Top Things to do in Upper Franconia
Top Hotels in Upper Franconia
- 1. H4 Hotel Residenzschloss Bayreuth
- 2. Hotel Nepomuk
- 3. Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg
- 4. Best Western Plus Kurhotel An Der Obermaintherme
- 5. Ibis Styles Bamberg
- 6. Best Western Hotel Bamberg
- 7. Hotel Rheingold
- 8. Ibis Bamberg Altstadt
- 9. Hotel Europa Bamberg
- 10. Romantik Hotel Weinhaus Messerschmitt
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The 10 Best Things to do Good for Big Groups in Upper Franconia, Bavaria
Discover the best top things to do in Upper Franconia, Germany including Theater der Schatten, Hermitage Castle (Altes Schloss Ermitage), Festspielhaus, Markgrafliches Opera House, New Castle, Veste Coburg mit Kunstsammlungen, Plassenburg, Schloss Ehrenburg, Marktplatz, Festung Rosenberg - Deutsches Festungsmuseum.
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1. Theater der Schatten
2. Hermitage Castle (Altes Schloss Ermitage)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 304 reviews
Reviewed By cmbreuer2016 - Queensland, Australia
We visited in winter, a lot of the statues and fountains were covered but it was still stunning. I imagine that in a few months the gardens and parklands would be wonderful. It is well worth a visit.
3. Festspielhaus
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 273 reviews
Reviewed By U211HOricharda - Marietta, United States
To be in the auditorium so rich in history is an unparalleled joy for any Wagner lover. The audience sits in a dreamy trance for hours sweltering and never uttering a sound or movement least it bring attention to you. Once when I coughed I was given a backward glance of disapproval. It really surprised me the large amount of formal attire but everyone was very nice in the theatre, attendees and staff. One day when I was there not attending a performance but walking the grounds observed they keep ushers posted at every entrance around the theatre whose job it is stand during each act making sure no one enters the theatre during a performance. They stand in the heat guarding the doors. It's really fascinating all the traditions of the theatre. Looking forward to returning this summer.
4. Markgrafliches Opera House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 199 reviews
Reviewed By degtravel - Tervuren, Belgium
This theater is just AMAZING. I have never seen anything like it, it is incredibly beautiful and moving. The guide gave a great explanation about who built it, why etc etc. I have visited 241 Unesco World heritage Sites at the time of writing and I think this is the one which blew me away the most. (apart from the Houses from Horta - Art Nouveau in Belgium).. Simply outstanding and a must see for seasoned travelers.
5. New Castle
6. Veste Coburg mit Kunstsammlungen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 416 reviews
The “Fränkische Krone” (Franconian Crown) is one of the largest medieval castle buildings in Germany. Martin Luther lived within its walls in 1530. Today, internationally significant art collections are housed there.
Reviewed By ionam558
This is the largest castle in Germany and really superb. Allow at least two hours for a visit. The route through the rooms is rather confusing but it is all very well done. The highlight is the renaissance art collection - really special. Also really good for glass, armour and cannons. And the exhibition of sledges is amazing! I recommend walking up from the park through the trees to really appreciate the castle on the hill. Nice café just outside the castle - not really a proper one inside.
7. Plassenburg
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 143 reviews
Reviewed By samuel8248 - Nuremberg, Germany
Really nice castle up the hill. Great view of the town from up. Museums were closed but still was able to walk around, sit and take pictures. Must visit if stopping in Kulmbach.
8. Schloss Ehrenburg
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 110 reviews
It was the city residence of the dukes of Coburg from 1547 to 1918. Splendid chambers, the living rooms of Queen Victoria, the large hall, Gobelin room, red room, throne room, palace chapel, royal living rooms with precious furniture, and numerous portraits portray the impressive family connections of the Coburg dukes.
Reviewed By 3019882 - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
We went to Schloss Ehrenburg on a Saturday for the 5pm tour. The young tour guide was very knowledgeable and passionate, throwing lots of jokes into the tour. (They were in German, which we don’t understand, but it was still nice). We were offered sheets with English explanations, which were very useful. The palace was beautiful and the history was fantastic, especially as someone particularly interested in Queen Victoria and Prince Albert and Ernst II. The 4 main attractions in Coburg offer ‘combi’ tickets for €13 to enter all, on any days. We visited 2 locations each day with the ticket. The palace is next to a large park where we sunbathed waiting for the tour to start (on the hour). Would recommend this tour for all!
9. Marktplatz
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 198 reviews
In the centre of the historical old town with historically preserved architecture: City Hall, City House, court pharmacy (first and therefore Coburg’s oldest pharmacy), statue of Prince Albert. Every Wednesday and Saturday a weekly market takes place here and during Advent is the Coburg Christmas market.
Reviewed By Traveling_with_Hank - Eugene, United States
I visited the Marktplatz for the Christmas Market December 2019. It's in the center of the Marktplatz, and the Christmas Market has stalls placed in a way that forms multiple circles. It was so pleasant to walk around and around and around again. Of course, there is the delicious Coburger Bratwurst (don't miss it!), and lots of other foods and drinks and shopping. Mostly, I just enjoyed it for the people-watching (and the Bratwurst!) Down a nearby street, there are WCs for all the tourists. Coburg is a lovely town, and I can't wait to get back to its Christmas Market in 2021!
10. Festung Rosenberg - Deutsches Festungsmuseum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
