Nuremberg Fortress – a detailed description of the castle Kaiserburg in Nuremberg, photo, history and location on the map, mode of operation.
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Castle Kaiserburg (Kaiserburg)
The imperial castle Kaiserburg or Nuremberg fortress is The real symbol of Nuremberg. From the depth of the middle ages its silhouette symbolizes the power of the Holy Roman Empire, as well as the enormous role in the history of Germany and the German nation.
Kaiserburg is located in the heart of the Old Town at the top rocky sandstone. From some points here opens stunning views of the old town. Often it is called the imperial the castle, although the remaining part is only fragments complex arrangement of the castle.
Kaiserburg in winter
Short story
Documented the castle’s history begins in 1050, when The first written records were found. In the 11th century the castle was possession of local nobles. In the 12th century, he was repeatedly the scene hassles and local conflicts got damaged and again rebuilt.
Due to its good location – at the junction of important trading ways, the castle quickly turns into a thriving city. Also this contributed to the attention of the royals who turned Kaiserburg in his residence. In the first half of the 13th century, Frederick II granted Nuremberg the status of an imperial city with broad by rights.
In the late Middle Ages, Nuremberg becomes one of the centers Europe, which also contributes published in 1354 by Charles IV the bulla that said that every new emperor of the Holy The Roman Empire should spend here its first Reichstag.
Kaiserburg remained imperial residence until 1663, when after the Thirty Years War the Reichstag moved to Regensburg.
After the cessation of the Empire, Nuremberg became part of Bavaria Kaiserburg becomes an important monument of German stories.
In the 19th century, the castle learned several reconstructions and reconstructions.
In the 30s of the 20th century, Nuremberg and the castle became one of the most important ideological cities for Nazi Germany.
Kaiserburg
In 1945 Kaiserburg was badly damaged. Although succeeded save many romance and gothic details. Castle was restored in the spirit of historical authenticity.
Kaiserburg Description
Kaiserburg – one of the most significant castles in Germany. The huge castle complex still amazes imagination.
Kaiserburg – courtyard with a round tower
One of the oldest buildings of the castle is the Imperial Twin. Chapel, which dates from the beginning of the 13th century.
Very interesting and the palace – the imperial residential and ceremonial rooms in which details of the late middle ages and Renaissance.
You should also pay attention to the deep well – the main water source in the castle from the 14th century. A magnificent round tower 13 century offers a beautiful panorama.
Kaiserburg can be divided into 3:
- The castle of the county is the oldest part
- Actually the imperial castle – palace, chapel, round tower, well.
- Additional facilities.
Kaiserburg Scheme
Operation mode
- April – September from 9.00 to 18.00
- March-October from 10.00 to 16.00
Ticket prices
Full ticket with visits to all museums and attractions. Kaiserburg – 7 euros. Children (under 18) are free.
