Würzburg

Travel Guide
Würzburg
The home of one of Europe’s finest palaces as well as one of Germany’s oldest churches is also a perfect destination for wine lovers.

Würzburg is in the north Bavarian region of Franconia, and is situated on the Main River. The city was founded in the 10th century and was home to a number of powerful prince-bishops through the centuries. The Residence Palace where they lived is a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. It is also known as the “castle above all castles,” and is one of Europe’s most renowned Baroque castles. Here, you will also find one of Germany’s oldest churches, built in the 8th century. The fortress surrounding the church, Festung Marienberg, has served as a fort since ancient times and is one of Würzburg’s most famous structures.

Visit the Mainfränkisches Museum at the fortress, where you will see the world’s largest collection of works by Tilman Riemenschneider. He was a German sculptor and woodcarver who was known for his versatility during the transition between late Gothic and Renaissance periods.

Make your way to the Alte Mainbrücke (old bridge), for a view of the fortress Marienberg, as well as some of the famous local vineyards. But you don’t just have to view the vineyards from a distance. Take a winery tour and taste some of the local wines at cellar doors in the surrounding Franconian Wine Country. You can also hike through the area or take a more leisurely stroll. If you are visiting Würzburg between May and October, you will be there for the wine festivals, which are held every week in the picturesque grape-growing villages.

Visit Dom St. Kilian, the city’s cathedral, to see an example of the architectural style that was popular during the Salian kings’ reign. It is the fourth largest Roman cathedral in Germany and holds a number of artifacts collected over the centuries.

There are plenty of dining choices downtown, serving a variety of cuisines and local wines when you are ready for food or an evening out.

It is easy to get around the city on public transportation, with both bus and tram services. Würzburg’s main train station connects to Frankfurt, Nuremberg, Munich, Kassel, Hanover and Hamburg. There are also designated bicycle paths throughout the city.

Where to stay in Würzburg

Wuerzburg Cathedral which includes heritage elements and a city

Würzburg City Centre

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

Würzburg City Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Würzburg Cathedral and Neumünster.

Würzburg City Centre
Wuerzburg Residence featuring flowers, a garden and heritage architecture

Altstadt Würzburg

Altstadt Würzburg is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Staatlicher Hofkeller Würzburg and Franconia Fountain.

Altstadt Würzburg
GHOTEL hotel & living Würzburg
GHOTEL hotel & living Würzburg
3.5 out of 5
Schweinfurter Straße 3, Würzburg, BY
The price is €99 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
€99
per night
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Würzburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the breakfast in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel, clean, well situated, and staff very friendly."

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2024

GHOTEL hotel & living Würzburg
Maritim Hotel Würzburg
Maritim Hotel Würzburg
Pleichertorstr. 5, Würzburg, BY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €110 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
€110
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Würzburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Christmas markets in Werzburg
"Great hotel, clean and comfortable. Excellent breakfast although very busy at weekends. Perfect location for the city."

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2023

Maritim Hotel Würzburg
Hotel Melchior Park
Hotel Melchior Park
4.5 out of 5
Am Galgenberg 49, Würzburg, Bavaria
The price is €149 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
€149
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Würzburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (644 reviews)
"Charge for breakfast too expensive."

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2023

Hotel Melchior Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Chase Apartments Boutiquehotel Style I
Chase Apartments Boutiquehotel Style I
Bockgasse 3, Würzburg
Stay at this apartment in Würzburg. Enjoy an LED TV, a kitchen, and a bathtub or shower. Popular attractions Convent of the Franciscan Friars Minor and Franziskane ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"This was a great apartment in perfect location for seeing the town. I will try to stay there again when I return Wurzburg."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2023

Chase Apartments Boutiquehotel Style I
Würzburg city, large apartment, on the ground floor with parking spaces
Würzburg city, large apartment, on the ground floor with parking spaces
Sanderau
Stay at this beach apartment in Würzburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and onsite parking. Popular attractions tectake Arena and Flyeralarm Arena are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
Sanderson visit
"A beautiful, clean and comfortable property. The owners responded immediately to any questions and were so helpful.....providing me with antiseptic and bandages when I had a fall, going to a nearby restaurant and helping us order since I don’t speak German and generally being very pleasant and friendly. ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sep 2019

Würzburg city, large apartment, on the ground floor with parking spaces
Balthasar Neumann Apartment - by homekeepers
Balthasar Neumann Apartment - by homekeepers
Würzburg
Stay at this apartment in Würzburg. Enjoy WiFi, a Smart TV, and a kitchen. Popular attractions Museum am Dom and Falkenhaus are located nearby. Discover genuine ...
Balthasar Neumann Apartment - by homekeepers
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Reviews of Würzburg

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
22 Dec 2019

Beautiful Christmas Market!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
24 Oct 2019

Start of romantic car journey route to Fussen. Journey had a number of interesting places to visit although time was a problem because there were many diversions on the planned route. Enjoyed viewing the countryside rather than fast trip via motorway

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
3 Oct 2019

Very picturesque- would come back for a tourist visit as didn’t get chance to see much on this 3 day business trip. 1.5hrs on train from Frankfurt airport

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
11 Aug 2019

Lovely small town. Pretty cathedrals, fortress, Market. The Residenz is stunning and worth a look. The old Main Bridge (Alte Mainbrucke) is pretty and the place to hang out with a glass of local wine along with dozens of locals on any fine evening.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
15 Mar 2019

An old Bavarian town with some lovely sights to visit and a level of Bavarian welcome but also modern with clear modern football crowd issues and other social issues.