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Franconia: Nuremberg to Regensburg: 3-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive
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The 3-day version for June: every day fits real transit, opening hours and daylight. Prefer more or fewer days? 3-day plan · 4-day plan · 5-day plan · best time to go.
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3
days
250 km
distance
9.5 h
driving
18
curated stops
💡 Good to know for this plan
- ~16.1 hours of daylight in June — the plan keeps days inside a realistic window.
- Beer-cellar season on Bamberg's seven hills, Wagner's festival fills Bayreuth in late July, and Regensburg's Danube terraces stay warm into October.
Day 1 Nuremberg → Bamberg
- Transit
- 2h36
- Finish
- ~17:55
- Temperature
- 12.0°C–22.9°C
- Rainy days
- ~9
- Daylight
- 16.1h
09:00
Explore the sprawling fortress that dominates the old town, with three distinct historic sections.
50 min · Nuremberg · Castle €10, concessions €9, under-18s free; combi with Cadolzburg Castle €16 (conc €14)
open: Daily Apr-Sep 09:00-18:00, Oct-Mar 10:00-16:00
10:00
Stand beneath the towering 18m Gothic Tabernacle in the heart of the south-side old town.
50 min · Nuremberg
open: M-Sa 09:00-17:30, Su 13:00-15:30
11:00
14:05
Marvel at the intricate Bamberg Rider sculpture within this stunning cathedral.
50 min · Bamberg
15:05
Explore rare books and manuscripts in a temporary exhibition of historical treasures.
50 min · Bamberg · Free of charge
16:05
16:55
Ambräusianum ambraeusianum.de map ↗
Relish fresh beer from the inn's own brewery in a cozy, traditional setting.
60 min · Bamberg
Overnight: Bamberg
e.g. Brauerein Fässla · Hotel garni Berliner Ring
Day 2 Nuremberg
- Transit
- 2h46
- Finish
- ~17:10
- Temperature
- 12.0°C–22.9°C
- Rainy days
- ~9
- Daylight
- 16.1h
10:00
Step inside the home where Dürer lived and worked, showcasing his life and art in a period residence.
50 min · Nuremberg · Adults €7.50, children: €2.50, with Nürnberg-Pass, Fürth-Pass, Erlangen-Pass und Schwabach-Pass: €2.00
open: Tu W F 10:00-17:00, Sa Su 10:00-17:00. M only open July-Sept & for Christmas Market, 10:00-17:00
11:00
Behold this medieval tower-house with its ornate oriel window and historic Romanesque cellars.
50 min · Nuremberg
12:00
Contemplate this monumental outdoor sculpture connecting the new and old buildings of the Germanisches Nationalmuseum.
50 min · Nuremberg
13:00
14:00
Reflect on the trials of Nazi high command held here, chosen for Nuremberg's symbolic role and intact Palace of Justice.
50 min · Nuremberg · €6, concessions €1.50 (incl. audio guide)
open: W-M 10:00-18:00
15:20
Wander through one of Europe's most beautiful zoos, set in forests and old quarries, featuring a Dolphinarium.
50 min · Nuremberg · Adult €13.50, child €6.50, adult with Bahnpass €11.50, child with Bahnpass €4.80, Family with one adult €18, Family with 2 adults €31.50
open: Every day, summer 08:00-19:30, winter 09:00-17:00
Overnight: Bamberg
e.g. Brauerein Fässla · Hotel garni Berliner Ring
Day 3 Bayreuth → Regensburg
- Transit
- 4h10
- Finish
- ~17:50
- Temperature
- 12.0°C–22.5°C
- Rainy days
- ~12
- Daylight
- 16.0h
10:00
Walk through plants displayed in environments mimicking their natural habitats.
50 min · Bayreuth · Free
11:00
12:00
12:50
Señor Taco senor-taco.de map ↗
Savor flavorful tacos and burritos in a casual Mexican setting.
60 min · Bayreuth · From €7
open: daily 11:30-21:00
17:00
See the dark north portal and historic Irish and Scottish influences.
50 min · Regensburg · free
open: Daily 08:00-18:00
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