Nuremberg Castle
Kaiserburg Nürnberg
Fee required
Explore Nuremberg Castle, a majestic medieval fortress in Germany, featuring the Imperial and Burgraves' castles, offering panoramic city views and a journey through centuries of history. It's considered one of Europe's most important fortifications.

🏰 Majestic medieval fortress, one of Europe's most important fortifications.
🔍 Double castle complex, featuring Imperial and Burgraves' castles, with earliest elements from around 1000.

Why Go

👑 Explore the Imperial and Burgraves' Castle complex.
🔭 Climb the 41-meter Sinwell Tower for panoramic city views.
💧 Peer into the 50-meter deep Tiefer Brunnen (Deep Well).
🖼️ Visit the Imperial Chapel and Castle Museum.
🌳 Stroll through free-access castle gardens and courtyards.

Why Avoid

♿ Sinwell Tower has no elevator, stairs only.

Tips

⏰ Visit in the morning to avoid crowds.
🎟️ Consider a combined ticket for all areas.
🌳 Outdoor courtyards are free to access.

Cost

💰 Adults 7 EUR (full area), students 6 EUR. Children and youth under 18 free.

Hours

🕒 Daily, Apr-Oct 9:00 AM-6:00 PM, Nov-Mar 10:00 AM-4:00 PM. Last entry 45 min before closing.

Getting There

🚶‍♀️ About 1.5 km from main train station.
🚌 Nearest public transport (250m): Tiergärtnertor (Tram 4), Burgstr. (Bus 36).
🚇 From main station, U2/U3 one stop to Plärrer, then transfer to Tram 4 or Bus 36.

Managed By

🏛️ Managed by Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung.