Middle Franconia

Bavaria

A historic stone bridge over a river, with traditional half-timbered buildings on either side.
A stone bridge over a river with a waterfall, surrounded by historic buildings and a church with twin spires.
A historic town square with cobblestone streets, traditional buildings, and a prominent church spire.
A tower with a red roof and a clock, surrounded by houses with red roofs, against a sunset sky.
A stone bridge over a river, with a wooden walkway and a historic building in the background.

Popular cities in Middle Franconia

A stone bridge over a river, with a wooden walkway and a historic building in the background.
Nuremberg
Known for Historical, Castle and Museums
Stroll through a city with a grand and turbulent history, where an imperial fortress overlooks visionary museums and the deep scars of World War II.

Reasons to visit

  • Nuremberg Christmas Market
  • Main Market Square
  • Nuremberg Castle
A cobblestone street lined with historic half-timbered buildings, a clock tower, and a stone archway.
Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Known for Historical, Shopping and Walking
Medieval architecture, curious museums, music festivals and a year-round celebration of Christmas make this one of Bavaria’s must-see destinations.

Reasons to visit

  • Market Square
  • Rothenburg Town Walls
  • Rothenburg Plonlein
A traditional wooden Christmas market stall with a star-shaped lantern, set against a historic stone building with a tower.
Ansbach
Known for Trendy, Excursions and Monuments
Get away to upscale Ansbach! Enjoy the monuments, history and museums.

Reasons to visit

  • Ansbach Residence
A historic building with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by other classic architecture and a clear blue sky with clouds.
Erlangen
Known for Business, Universities and Theatres
Erlangen awaits: its theatre, festivals, castle and more!
A fountain with water jets in a park with trees and buildings in the background.
Fuerth
Known for Festivals, Theatres and Art
Experience the theatre, art and jazz in Fuerth!
A traditional European town with half-timbered houses and a prominent tower with a clock.
Dinkelsbuehl
Known for Small town, Romantic and Beer
Experience romantic Dinkelsbuehl: its museums, monuments, beer and more!

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