Flights to Nuremberg (NUE)

The beautiful town of Nuremberg is an old medieval German town, which is also home to the 1000-year-old castle and the famous Nürnberger bratwurst and Franconian beer. This city is paved with its rich history, both dark and important. The city of Nuremberg is always alive with visitors year-round, but it is especially lively during the spectacular Christmas season.

Airports available in Nuremberg

Nuremberg Airport

Nuremberg Airport (NUE), is the international airport of the Franconian metropolitan area of Nuremberg and it is also the second-busiest airport in Bavaria after Munich Airport. This airport is located approximately 5 km north of Nuremberg's city centre. The Nuremberg Airport offers flights to various destinations such as Paris, Lyon, Amsterdam, Zurich, Barcelona and many more. Some of the airlines that operate here include Aegean Airlines, Air France, Air Serbia, Lufthansa, Wizz Air and RyanAir. There are many amenities available at this airport, such as fast-food restaurants, cafes, ATMs, lounge and many more. Getting to the city from the airport is fairly easy as there are metros, buses and taxis available.

How to get cheap flights to Nuremberg

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When is the best time to fly to Nuremberg

You can visit Nuremberg at any time of the year as the weather is fairly temperate. However, if you prefer to visit during the warm season, it is best to visit Nuremberg, in July, August, and then June where the temperature can reach up to 29.6°C and dropping to 16.4°C at night. For those who prefer the dry season, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Nuremberg are February, March, and then April. However, it’s most likely to rain in July. It is recommended that you visit Nuremberg in December, as it is the least busy month. By contrast, it is most likely to be crowded in August, November, and September.

What are the top 3 things to do in Nuremberg

Kaiserburg – Located on the steep sandstone cliffs over the north side of Nuremberg’s Altstadt is a castle that was a prominent location during the Holy Roman Empire. This castle serves as the meeting place of the imperial courts and Imperial Diet of newly elected emperors. You can get to the observation platform on the topmost floor and enjoy the panoramic view of the city.

Germanic National Museum – The Germanic National Museum is the best place to visit if you would like to learn more about the country. There are more than 25,000 exhibits showcasing the history of the country. The galleries are located in a complex partly made up of the Nuremberg Charterhouse, where you can see medieval period arts, as well as decorative items, toys, armour, books, scientific instruments, clothing, musical instruments, liturgical treasures, prehistoric and ancient archaeology, toys, and many more. You will probably need to spend your entire day here because this museum is massive with many things to see. The entrance fee to this museum is RM36 for adults or you can also purchase the family ticket for RM46.

Schöner Brunnen – One of the wonders of Nuremberg is a 19-metre Gothic fountain located nearby the main market square. Heinrich Beheim, a famous architect and stonemason in the year 1385, creates this majestic fountain. The design of this fountain is inspired by the Gothic church spire and the forty polychrome figures on four levels symbolize the Holy Roman Empire's worldview. At the bottom of the fountain are statues that represent the philosophy and the seven liberal arts, below the four evangelists and the four church fathers. Crowning the fountains are Moses and the seven prophets. This fountain was encapsulated in concrete shell during WWII to protect it from being damaged.