Nuremberg city would always be associated with the Nazi Party in our recent history. Nuremberg is where the Nazi Party took to power and Nuremberg is where it stood trial for its war crimes for the world to see.
Beyond its infamous recent history. Nuremberg has a glorious past as the center of the Holy Roman Empire, build around the banks of River Pegnitz. The vibrant trade brought excellent artisans and craftsmen thus established itself as the cradle of the German Renaissance.
Nuremberg Castle: Heathen’s Tower on the right and Sinwell Tower on the left. notice the fortified medieval sandstone walls
St Sebaldus Church, a medieval church has been a Lutheran parish since the Reformation.Frauenkirche of Gothic style architecture stands in front of the main market. Most notable is the church clock which would strike at mid-day. At which time the figurines of trumpeters and drummer and electors of the city would encircle the figure of the Holy Roman Emperor. In front would be the marketplace which would be especially active around Christmas time. Aside from normal wares, there will be the famous gingerbread cookies (Lebkuchen).The Gothic style Schoner Brunnen (Beautiful Fountain) spire stands 62 feet tall n the center of an octagonal pool enclosed by an ornated Renaissance grill. It is said that your wish would come true if you turn the golden ring on the grill three timesChain bridge of Nuremberg. Chain bridge ( Kettensteg) of Nuremberg, footbridge to cross the Pegnitz River. First built-in 1824, the oldest chain bridge on the European continent, It was recently fortified and re-opened in 2010.
A walkabout revealed a picturesque town as you can see below.
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of course, a walk should always end in food and enjoy the most notable Bratwurst and beer.
awesome retirement 