Castles Near Nuremberg | 2 Guides

Franconia's landscape is crowned with castles—hilltop fortresses that controlled medieval trade routes, robber baron strongholds hidden in forested valleys, and the palatial seats of prince-bishops who ruled this region for centuries. Our castle guides take you beyond Nuremberg's famous Kaiserburg to discover the concentrated castle heritage of Franconian Switzerland, the imposing fortresses along the Main River, and the romantic ruins that inspired 19th-century artists. Discover why this region has one of the highest castle densities in Germany and find the castles that match your interests, from military architecture to royal splendor.