Things to do in Wurzburg

Welcome to Wurzburg

The once-powerful Bishops of Würzburg, clearly not shy of worldly pleasures, endowed their city with one of the great Baroque palaces of Europe. Once past the imposing yet elegant exterior set in sweeping landscaped gardens, the great staircase rising from ethereal white to the celestial visions of Tiepolo’s ceiling fresco (the largest in the world) is just the first of the decorative feats which await you.

Despite wartime damage, Würzburg’s historic center lining the River Main also has its fair share of sights, mostly ecclesiastical. But bear in mind this is also a major wine center, so head for one of the authentic weinstuben where you can sample hearty local cuisine and fine Franconian vintages (word of advice: remember to refer to your hosts as Franconians, not Bavarians).

As you cross the old statue-lined bridge and look back at Würzburg’s sharp spires, you may get a hint of Prague. Once on the other side, a quick climb takes you to the old fortress, Festung Marienberg, within whose walls nestles the red-and-white Marienkirche, Germany’s oldest surviving church.

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Franconia

Spanning the northern part of Bavaria, the Franconia region of Germany is best known for its picturesque medieval towns and large number of breweries. Locals refer to themselves as Franconians rather than Bavarian and the region has maintained its own culture, cuisine, and dialect. With vineyard dotted countryside, idyllic riverside towns, and plenty of hilltop castles, the region is undeniably scenic.

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Famous Neuschwanstein Castle on the Romantic Road in Bavaria.

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Romantic Road

Driving along the Romantic Road is like flipping through a postcard book of Bavariaó: you'll see fairytale castles, picturesque medieval villages, and elegant walled towns all set against the dramatic backdrops of the Bavarian Alps and the Franconian vineyards. The 220-mile (355-km) tourist route runs all the way from Wurzburg in the north to Fussen in the south, passing through some of southern Germany's most scenic towns.

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Marienberg Fortress

Marienberg Fortress is a castle on a hilltop overlooking the Bavarian city of Wurzburg. Dating back to the 12th century, the castle is a symbol of the city’s resilience as it has been damaged and painstakingly rebuilt over the years. The vast fortress includes a museum, formal gardens, a baroque armory, and magnificent viewpoints, too.

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Old Main Bridge reflected in the River Main, Würzburg, Germany.

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Old Main Bridge (Alte Mainbrücke)

Castle views, a party atmosphere, and baroque saint statues are all features of Würzburg’s beloved main bridge. The pedestrianized crossing, best known as the Alte Mainbrücke, has linked the altstadt (old city) to the Marienberg Fortress hill for centuries, with its original 12th-century structure replaced in the 15th century. Today it’s a popular hangout to sip Franconian wine, against a River Main backdrop.

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Wertheim Village

Wertheim Village is an open-air outlet mall with over 100 retailers, designed to resemble a Bavarian village, complete with Tudor-style edifices. Here, you'll find a mix of German and global brands and plenty of restaurants and cafes.

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