Discover Bamberg
A medieval masterpiece nestled in the heart of Franconia, Bavaria
The Rome of Franconia
Bamberg is a town in northern Bavaria, Germany, laid out over 7 hills where the Regnitz and Main rivers meet. Its old town preserves structures from the 11th to 19th centuries including the muraled Altes Rathaus (town hall), which occupies an island in the Regnitz reached by arched bridges. The Romanesque Bamberg Cathedral, begun in the 11th century, features 4 towers and numerous stone carvings.
A medieval masterpiece and UNESCO World Heritage city, known for its smoked beer, historic architecture, and Franconian charm.
Why Visit Bamberg?
- UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993
- Over 2,000 listed historic buildings
- 9 local breweries producing unique smoked beer
- 7 hills - each crowned with a church
- Home to Bamberg Symphony Orchestra
- Otto-Friedrich-University since 1647
Historic Architecture
Medieval and baroque buildings spanning 1,000 years of history
Brewery Culture
9 local breweries producing unique Rauchbier (smoked beer)
Seven Hills
Each hill crowned with a beautiful church, like Rome
University Town
Vibrant academic community since 1647
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Discover Bamberg's Treasures
From historic landmarks to scenic cycling routes, find the perfect experience
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Altes Rathaus
Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus)
Mainradweg
Main Cycle Path (Mainradweg)
Klettern in der Fränkischen Schweiz
Franconian Switzerland Climbing
Heißluftballonfahrten Bamberg
Hot Air Balloon Bamberg
Bamberger Dom St. Peter und St. Georg
Bamberg Cathedral (Bamberger Dom)
Brauerei-Radtour
Brewery Cycle Tour
Joseph-Keilberth-Saal
Bamberg Concert Hall
Klein-Venedig
Little Venice (Klein-Venedig)
Regnitztal-Radweg
Regnitz Valley Cycle Path
Kajaktouren auf der Regnitz
Kayaking on the Regnitz
Neue Residenz
New Residence (Neue Residenz)
Hainpark Wanderwege
Hain Park Nature Trails
Schlenkerla Rauchbierbrauerei
Schlenkerla Smoke Beer Brewery
Kloster Michaelsberg
Michaelsberg Abbey
Michaelswanderweg
St. Michael's Pilgrimage Trail
Fäßla Brauerei
Fässla Brewery
Alte Hofhaltung
Old Court (Alte Hofhaltung)
Klosterbräu Bamberg
Klosterbräu Brewery
Mainau Park Zugang
Mainau Island Park Access
E.T.A. Hoffmann Haus
E.T.A. Hoffmann House & Gallery
Rhein-Main-Donau-Kanal
Rhine-Main-Danube Canal
Maxplatz Einkaufsviertel
Maxplatz Shopping District
Naturkunde-Museum Bamberg
Natural History Museum
Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
Bamberg Central Station (ZOB)
Stunning Bamberg
Explore Bamberg through stunning photos of its historic landmarks, scenic rivers, and cultural highlights.
Altenburg Castle
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Bamberg at Night
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Traditional Brewery
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Cathedral Interior
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Little Venice
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Market Square
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Michaelsberg Abbey
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Old Town
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Regnitz River
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Rose Garden
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Seven Hills View
scenicAltenburg Castle
architectureBamberg at Night
scenicTraditional Brewery
cultureCathedral Interior
architectureLittle Venice
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cultureMichaelsberg Abbey
architectureOld Town
architectureRegnitz River
natureRose Garden
natureSeven Hills View
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