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Franconia: Nuremberg to Regensburg: 5-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive
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5
days
250 km
distance
6.9 h
driving
32
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
- Transit
- 0h43
- Finish
- ~16:00
- Temperature
- 12.0°C–22.8°C
- Rainy days
- ~10
- Daylight
- 16.0h
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
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
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
13:00
14:10
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
15:00
Red Curry House red-curry-house.de map ↗
Enjoy aromatic Southeast Asian flavors in a cozy setting.
60 min · Nuremberg · starting at €4 per dish (price listed 2017)
open: M-Sa 11:30-20:30, closed on Su and public holidays
Day 2 Around Nuremberg
- Transit
- 0h36
- Finish
- ~16:35
- Temperature
- 12.0°C–22.8°C
- Rainy days
- ~10
- Daylight
- 16.0h
09:00
10:00
Contemplate this monumental outdoor sculpture connecting the new and old buildings of the Germanisches Nationalmuseum.
50 min · Nuremberg
11:00
Enjoy changing art exhibitions in a modern space.
50 min · Nuremberg · Adult €6 concession €4
open: Tu Th-Su 11:00-18:00 W 11:00-20:00 M closed
12:00
Experience interactive exhibits focused on human perception in this unique science museum.
50 min · Nuremberg · Adults €12.50 concessions €8.50
open: Sa Su 12:00-17:00
13:00
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
14:05
Blue Night (Blaue Nacht) blaue-nacht.de read more
Enjoy museums and cultural venues staying open till dawn with special installations.
90 min · Nuremberg
open: In May
15:35
Suppdiwupp suppdiwupp.com map ↗
Savor fresh, traditional soups and hotpots with local bread.
60 min · Nuremberg
open: M-Th 11:00-18:00, F 11:00-16:00, Sa 12:00-17:00
Day 3 Bamberg
- Transit
- 1h15
- Finish
- ~14:50
- Temperature
- 12.0°C–22.9°C
- Rainy days
- ~9
- Daylight
- 16.1h
10:00
Marvel at the intricate Bamberg Rider sculpture within this stunning cathedral.
50 min · Bamberg
11:00
Explore rare books and manuscripts in a temporary exhibition of historical treasures.
50 min · Bamberg · Free of charge
12:00
Admire this unique town hall perched gracefully over the Regnitz River.
50 min · Bamberg
13:00
13:50
Ambräusianum ambraeusianum.de map ↗
Relish fresh beer from the inn's own brewery in a cozy, traditional setting.
60 min · Bamberg
Overnight here
e.g. Brauerein Fässla · Hotel garni Berliner Ring
Day 4 Bayreuth
- Transit
- 1h27
- Finish
- ~17:50
- Temperature
- 10.9°C–21.3°C
- Rainy days
- ~10
- Daylight
- 16.1h
10:00
Walk through plants displayed in environments mimicking their natural habitats.
50 min · Bayreuth · Free
11:00
Cool off in a classic outdoor swimming pool loved by locals and visitors.
90 min · Bayreuth · Grown-up whole-day ticket: €4.30
open: May to Sep: daily 07:00–20:00
13:00
Experience an Afro-cultural center housed within the University of Bayreuth.
50 min · Bayreuth · €5 for exhibitions, free every first Sunday of the month
open: Tu-Su 13:00-17:00
14:00
15:00
New Palace bayreuth-wilhelmine.de map ↗
Explore this elegant residence built for the Margrave and his wife, filled with history.
50 min · Bayreuth · €5.50
open: Apr-Sep: Tu-Su 09:00-18:00; Oct-Mar: Tu-Su 10:00-16:00
16:00
16:50
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
Day 5 Regensburg
- Transit
- 2h51
- Finish
- ~17:10
- Temperature
- 12.0°C–22.5°C
- Rainy days
- ~12
- Daylight
- 16.0h
10:55
Discover a hall of fame for distinguished German figures in neo-classical style.
50 min · Regensburg · Adults €4,5, Concessions €4
open: Apr-Sep 09:00-17:45, Oct 09:00-16:45, Nov-Mar 10:00-11:45 & 13:00-15:45
12:20
Admire Rococo interiors and a stunning altar in this historic church.
50 min · Regensburg
13:20
Marvel at Gothic architecture in this massive, centuries-old cathedral.
50 min · Regensburg · free
open: Apr-May & Oct 06:30-18:00, Jun-Sep 06:30-19:00, Nov-Mar 06:30-17:00
14:20
Taste traditional sausages in the world's first sausage kitchen by the Danube.
50 min · Regensburg
open: Daily 08:00-19:00
15:20
Walk across a medieval masterpiece linking the city center to Stadtamhof.
50 min · Regensburg
16:20
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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