Upper Franconia Travel Guide

Bavaria

A panoramic view of a historic city with red-roofed buildings, a river, and a prominent bridge.
A historic building with a prominent tower, a half-timbered structure, and a bridge over a river.
A large, historic building with multiple windows and a central entrance.
A large, historic building with symmetrical architecture, featuring multiple windows and a central entrance.
A historic castle with a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and traditional houses.

Popular cities in Upper Franconia

A historic European street with pedestrians, outdoor cafes, and bicycles.
Bamberg
Known for Historical, Beer and Monuments
The city on the River Regnitz is renowned for its historical World Heritage Sites of architecture, its breweries and its cultural events.

Reasons to visit

  • Bamberg Cathedral
  • Old Town Hall
  • New Residence
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An ornate theater with intricate ceiling frescoes and golden chandeliers.
Bayreuth
Known for Festivals, Opera and Gardens
Come to Bayreuth and enjoy its museums, festivals and gardens.

Reasons to visit

  • Margrave's Opera House
  • Hermitage Old Palace
  • Bayreuth New Palace
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A castle on a hill with autumn foliage, surrounded by a village.
Coburg
Known for Historical, Castle and Monuments
Coburg awaits: its monuments, culture, musicals and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Coburg Fortress
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Hof
Known for Relaxing, Spas and Fishing
Experience the “top of Bavaria” when you visit this cozy town known for its famous film festival, the best sausages in Germany and sublime specialty beer.
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A castle surrounded by lush green hills and a clear blue sky.
Staffelstein
Known for Spas, Monuments and Historical
Love spas, monuments and history? Get away to Staffelstein!
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A mountainous landscape with dense forests, a small village, and a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.
Pottenstein
Known for Natural parks, Monuments and Historical
Trip time! Discover the parks, monuments and history in Pottenstein.
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Bamberg Cathedral

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Bamberg Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Bamberg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its breweries.
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