Nuremberg holidays

The state of Bavaria is the largest state in Germany and is perhaps most well known for the capital, Munich, famous for its annual Oktoberfest. But if you think that Bavaria is all about sausages, beer and lederhosen, think again! Bavaria has some of the most beautiful towns and beautiful villages in Germany, with medieval buildings, half timber houses and impressive fairytale-style castles nestled in the hillsides. ...

Last year about this time, I highlighted Christmas in Cologne as one of my wintertime favourites. This year I’ll mention another one of my top German Christmas Market hotspots: Nuremberg.Nuremberg is by many accounts the biggest and most popular Christmas markets in all of Germany. Set in the city’s main square, it is actually a few separate markets but like urban sprawl, the stands full of shiny toys, steaming mugs of mulled wine, and merchants serving up tasty dishes extends out down...