Medieval and Imperial History of Nuremberg with Expert Guide

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About this activity

Embark on a medieval adventure in Nuremberg’s Old Town! Discover old legends, visit a medieval village & imperial castle courtyards, & admire the old city walls & stunning Gothic churches. Optional: visit St. Lorenz Church.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs & interests:

2-hour: Medieval Old Town

Discover the medieval history and highlights of Nuremberg's Old Town. See the Imperial Castle, Handwerkerhof, St. Sebald, the Albrecht Dürer’s House & more.

3-hour: Medieval Old Town & St. Lorenz Church

Discover the medieval history & highlights of Nuremberg's Old Town. Visit St. Lorenz Church & see the Imperial Castle, Handwerkerhof, St. Sebald, the Albrecht Dürer’s House & more.

Immerse yourself in the history & legends of the Dark Ages, from imperial intrigue to rumored UFO sightings, on a walking tour of the Imperial City of Nuremberg. Experience the medieval ambience of the Old Town and learn about the four pillars of the Holy Roman Empire.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Rosotravel - Munich

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Free entry to the courtyards of Imperial Castle
Included: Medieval history, legends and highlights
Included: Private Walking Tour of Medieval Nuremberg (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
Included: Entrance fee to St. Lorenz Church (3-hour tour only)
Included: 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the chosen language

Not included

Not included: Tickets to Imperial Castle
Not included: Entrance fee to St. Lorenz Church (in 2-hour tour)

Itinerary

Stop 1

10 min

Meet your guide in front of the Le Méridien Grand Hotel Nuremberg, Bahnhofstraße 1-3, 90402, Nuremberg, Germany. Please do not enter the hotel as it is only a meeting point and the reception is not informed about the tour.
Handwerkerhof

one hour

Walking tour of medieval Nuremberg. Your adventure begins at Handwerkerhof (Craftyard), an enclosed shopping village where you can learn about traditional crafts and trade that became popular during the Middle Ages. Your Expert Guide will tell you all about the medieval way of life as you explore the cobblestone streets of the Old Town, admiring its medieval and Gothic monuments.
St. Lorenz

one hour Admission included

Enhance your medieval adventure with an entry to St. Lorenz Church (also known as St. Lawrence). This 15th-century Evangelical church is Nuremberg’s most renowned Gothic structure, filled with stunning artworks such as the Greeting from the Angels (1517/1518) by Veit Stoss, masterpieces of late Gothic sculpture by Adam Kraft, and Numerous altars with carvings and paintings. It’s a must-see treasure trove of medieval art!
Frauenkirche

10 min

Explore Frauenkirche.
St. Sebaldus Church

10 min

Explore St. Sebald.
Albrecht-durer-haus

20 min

You will learn about the 4 pillars that gave Nuremberg its wealth and authority during the Middle Ages as you pass the Main Market, City Hall and the Old Town Hall. Another point of interest will be the original medieval timber house of Albrecht Düre, a famous painter, printmaker and theorist of the German Renaissance. You will walk around the old city walls.
Stop 7

10 min

The tour will end in the courtyards of the Imperial Castle, which is considered to be one of Europe’s most formidable medieval fortifications.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of the Le Méridien Grand Hotel Nuremberg, Bahnhofstraße 1-3, 90402, Nuremberg, Germany. Please do not enter the hotel as it is only a meeting point and the reception is not informed about the tour.

End point

The tour will end in the courtyards of the Imperial Castle, which is considered to be one of Europe’s most formidable medieval fortifications.

Using your ticket

Information for the customer (Know before you go)

Please check your email the day before the tour for important information.
Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option.
Church tours during mass and special events (such as scheduled concerts) are limited, therefore the guide may provide all information outside.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please check your email the day before the tour for important information.
Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option.
Church tours during mass and special events (such as scheduled concerts) are limited, therefore the guide may provide all information outside.

Options

3H: MedievalOldTown&St. Lorenz

Duration: 3 hours: Discover the medieval history and highlights of Nuremberg's Old Town. Visit St. Lorenz Church and.

,: see the Imperial Castle, Handwerkerhof, St. Sebald, the Albrecht Dürer’s House, and more.

Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - DENU008.
2-hour: Medieval Old Town

Duration: 2 hours: Discover the medieval history and highlights of Nuremberg's Old Town. See the Imperial Castle.

,: Handwerkerhof, St. Sebald, the Albrecht Dürer’s House, and more.

Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - DENU008.