Nuremberg Central Station, Nuremberg
Nuremberg Central Station stands as a prominent transportation hub in northern Bavaria, classified among the top 20 most significant stations due to its substantial role and historical significance. Situated on the southeastern edge of Nuremberg's Old Town (Altstadt), the station faces the historic King's Gate (K枚nigstor). This strategic location not only facilitates easy access to the city's core but also places it near notable landmarks such as the DB Museum and the Staatstheater N眉rnberg opera house.
The architectural evolution of the station is marked by its transition from neo-Gothic to neo-Baroque styles. Originally built in the neo-Gothic style, the station underwent a significant reconstruction in 1900 adopting a largely neo-Baroque aesthetic. A notable feature of the station is its Muschelkalk facade which provides a distinctive external appearance. The station's portals are intricately adorned, displaying symbols of technological advancement like the winged wheel above the Mittelhalle portal, embodying the era's industrial spirit.
The interior of the station boasts a Jugendstil lounge designed by Bruno Paul in 1904, which survived the devastations of the Second World War. This area is renowned for its elegant mosaics and subtle stucco work on the roof, presenting a historic ambiance that complements the modern-day travel center located within. Additionally, an advertising column from the early 20th century, placed above the main portal, adds to the historical charm of the station.
Despite plans in 1950 to revert the architectural style to neo-Gothic, these were largely halted before significant changes could be made, leaving only minor modifications. This decision preserved the unique Neo-Baroque character of the station, making Nuremberg Central Station not only a crucial transportation node but also a cultural and historical landmark in the heart of Nuremberg.
Why You Should Visit:
While the building itself is very nice it is worth noting that the reason Nuremberg was chosen for the Nazi rallying grounds was its ability to link Germany by rail, so this central station is historical as well.
The architectural evolution of the station is marked by its transition from neo-Gothic to neo-Baroque styles. Originally built in the neo-Gothic style, the station underwent a significant reconstruction in 1900 adopting a largely neo-Baroque aesthetic. A notable feature of the station is its Muschelkalk facade which provides a distinctive external appearance. The station's portals are intricately adorned, displaying symbols of technological advancement like the winged wheel above the Mittelhalle portal, embodying the era's industrial spirit.
The interior of the station boasts a Jugendstil lounge designed by Bruno Paul in 1904, which survived the devastations of the Second World War. This area is renowned for its elegant mosaics and subtle stucco work on the roof, presenting a historic ambiance that complements the modern-day travel center located within. Additionally, an advertising column from the early 20th century, placed above the main portal, adds to the historical charm of the station.
Despite plans in 1950 to revert the architectural style to neo-Gothic, these were largely halted before significant changes could be made, leaving only minor modifications. This decision preserved the unique Neo-Baroque character of the station, making Nuremberg Central Station not only a crucial transportation node but also a cultural and historical landmark in the heart of Nuremberg.
Why You Should Visit:
While the building itself is very nice it is worth noting that the reason Nuremberg was chosen for the Nazi rallying grounds was its ability to link Germany by rail, so this central station is historical as well.
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Sight Name: Nuremberg Central Station
Sight Location: Nuremberg, Germany (See walking tours in Nuremberg)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Nuremberg, Germany (See walking tours in Nuremberg)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Nuremberg, Germany
Create Your Own Walk in Nuremberg
Creating your own self-guided walk in Nuremberg is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Hitler's Nuremberg Tour
Despite Nuremberg's storybook appearance, the city's not so distant past is rather dark. Back in 1933, amid the rise of the Third Reich, the Nazis worked really hard to leave their stamp on the city, prettifying it and renovating the architecture in a bid to accommodate their massive rallies and bombastic military parades.
In fact, no other city in Germany is more intertwined with the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.9 Km or 3 Miles
In fact, no other city in Germany is more intertwined with the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.9 Km or 3 Miles
Nuremberg Introduction Walking Tour
The most "German" of all cities in Germany, Nuremberg has witnessed many historic events in its lifetime. Sadly, the first thing immediately associated with Nuremberg is the rise of the Third Reich, the Nazi rallies, and the postwar trials over the Nazi leaders. Indeed, the city was favored by Hitler, who planned to build here a grandiose architectural complex for his party.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour
The historical center of Nuremberg, Old Town (German: Altstadt) is easily differentiated from other parts of the city. Divided in two by the Pegnitz River, the district represents a complex architectural ensemble with a maze of historical lanes (e.g. Weissgerbergasse) packed with half-timber houses, linked by centuries-old bridges, such as Maxbr眉cke, and set against the picturesque backdrops of... view more
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles