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Rent a motorhome in Nuremberg (Zirndorf)

Germany's unofficial capital in the Middle Ages

Favoured by the Holy Roman Emperors, Nuremberg is the largest city in the Franconia region and a centre of German heritage. The surrounding area features beautiful cliffs, lakes and woodland, historic villages, traditional breweries and wonderful food. A Nuremberg motorhome rental is your ticket to these attractions and more.

Centuries of Imperial patronage made Nuremberg one of medieval Germany's most significant cities. This power and splendour are reflected today in the vast Nuremberg Castle complex and the city's museums, art galleries and historic sites. But Nuremberg and Franconia are for nature lovers as well as history lovers, making this a great place to start your camper van journey.

Whether you're excited about strolling along the old city walls or can't wait to start hiking or cycling in nature, Nuremberg has something to offer, along with convenient motorhome rentals via motorhomebookers.com rental partners. Read on to learn more about the city's many attractions and surrounding area.

Top 5 facts about Nuremberg

  1. For generations, Nuremberg was the centre of Germany's toy industry; the Toy Museum chronicles this history for modern visitors.
  2. Nuremberg's central location has made it an important hub for transportation; Germany's first railway was opened here.
  3. Twice a year, Nuremberg becomes the site of Germany's largest flea market, with over 4,000 stalls and a dedicated area for children's stalls.
  4. South of the city, the Geopark Ries includes the region around Nordlingen, a town housed inside a huge crater formed by a meteorite impact.
  5. Franconia is one of Germany's major beer-producing regions and is home to over 300 breweries.

These highlights await you when you rent a camper van in Nuremberg

Your motorhome journey starts with an exploration of the city itself. Nuremberg Castle is a traditional destination for tourists and well worth a look. Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer was born in the city, and the Dürer House museum features exhibits about his life and work. At the same time, the Germanic National Museum houses a vast collection of artefacts from prehistory to the modern day.

Nuremberg offers food for all budgets, from fine dining to street food. If you want to try the city's unique delicacy, try the Nuremberger Bratwürste. If you're feeling adventurous, try them in vinegar and onion sauce with horseradish.

This makes Nuremberg particularly suitable as a starting point for your road trip

Nuremberg is within an easy camper van drive of one of Germany's most striking landscapes. The Franconian Switzerland region, north of the city, features tall cliffs, caves, and densely wooded hills. A favourite of 19th-century Romantic writers, who gave it its nickname, this area is home to a large nature park with many hiking and cycling trails and traditional breweries.

Camper van rental: Useful information for your trip to Nuremberg

Nuremberg is a well-connected city. Many travellers arrive by train at the station near the city centre. Others arrive by air or by road: the city is easy to get to on the A3, A6, A9 or A73 motorways. You can even reach the city by water; hundreds of cruise ships a year dock at the nearby port. These excellent transport links make Nuremberg a great place to start your motorhome journey.

Rent a motorhome now and discover the region around Nuremberg

The area around Nuremberg is rich in both history and natural beauty. Southwest of the city is the Franconian Lake District, with hiking trails, cycle paths, swimming, sailing and more. North of the city, the picturesque town of Bamberg, with its many canals and rivers, offers a very different kind of watery landscape. Known for its breweries and preserved half-timbered houses, Bamberg is also home to an impressive cathedral.

With centuries of history, good food, great beer, and plenty of natural beauty surrounding it, Nuremberg is a great place to begin your motorhome journey. To experience it, book your camper van rental with motorhomebookers.com today.