Free self-guided walk · Nuremberg

Castle to the Hauptmarkt

A free self-guided walk in Nuremberg, from the Imperial Castle past Dürer's House to the Hauptmarkt and St Lorenz.

Distance
1.4 km
Walking time
18 min
Allow
About 1.5 hours with stops
Stops
5

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About this walk

This walk covers the heart of Nuremberg on foot.

Cross the river for the half-timbered houses.

  • Terrain: Steep near the castle.
  • Best time: Morning.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Imperial Castle

    Start at the castle.

  2. Albrecht Dürer's House

    The artist's home.

  3. Hauptmarkt

    The main square.

  4. Museum Bridge

    Over the Pegnitz.

  5. St Lorenz

    Finish at the church.

Tips

  • Turn the brass ring on the Beautiful Fountain for luck.
  • The castle charges entry.
  • Try Nuremberg sausages.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.