Splendor of Nuremberg in December

2024 Author: James Gerald | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 14:00

Despite the fact that Christmas celebrations in Europe are already coming to an end, you still have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the light in Nuremberg, Germany, to look at the most crowded fair in Europe, ride an old carriage and drink mulled wine with rum from the largest in the world bowls.

The Bavarian town of Nuremberg is packed with tourists from all over the world in December, who come here to admire one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in Europe. Despite the fact that Nuremberg is a small city, the fame of its fairs goes far beyond the borders of both Germany and the whole of Europe. The reason for this is the luxurious stalls with souvenirs and Christmas-tree decorations, which the entire main square is set on in December, and the unique atmosphere of the medieval city in which the great artist Albrecht Durer lived and worked.

Nuremberg by German standards is a fairly large city, the second in Bavaria after Munich. But to the traveler accustomed to megacities, it will seem like a cozy and cute little Bavarian town. It is precisely for this comfort that it is appreciated by numerous visitors and not only. It was in Nuremberg that Hoffmann settled his Nutcracker, paying tribute to the rich puppet history of this town. After all, Nuremberg is the birthplace of doll furniture and the railway, and in the Middle Ages was the capital of the production of dolls and toys. It is no coincidence that today in city shops you will find a lot of doll paraphernalia: furniture, utensils, accessories, and such that not every real housewife has.

Therefore, if you want to bring unusual gifts from Nuremberg to your household, choose doll utensils that can please both children and adult collectors.

Many Bavarians are also looking forward to Christmas because at this time you can eat up to the gingerbread for which Nuremberg is famous. At the end of November, the city's numerous ice cream parlors will be redeveloped as sales points for Nuremberg gingerbread. So don't miss the tent called Lebkuchen, their range has rightfully earned the title of local landmark.

At the end of November, the city's numerous ice cream parlors will be redeveloped as sales outlets for Nuremberg gingerbread.

The main symbol of Christmas in Nuremberg is the golden angel, which can be seen more than once in the city's New Year's decor. And with the hoisting of such an angel on the main cathedral, the celebration of the expectation of Christmas begins in the city at the end of November. The angel also has a completely earthly incarnation, so do not be surprised when you meet him on the streets of the city. The role of the Christmas angel is traditionally chosen by a girl, a native of Nuremberg, who, throughout December, until Christmas, appears from time to time in the main city square to fulfill her duties.

The Nuremberg market is also famous for the fact that in addition to traditional Bavarian decorations and souvenirs, you can admire Christmas tree decorations, souvenirs and even delicacies from other countries. On the main square, a market for Nuremberg friendly cities is open for this, where this year products from 22 cities in 15 countries are presented.

The main attraction of the corner is by far the largest bowl in the world for making local mulled wine with the addition of rum.

Finally, a separate mention deserves a corner with food, where tents with mulled wine, local Franconian sausages and other delicacies are located. The main attraction of this corner is by far the largest bowl in the world for making local mulled wine with added rum. This drink is served in special cups with a tongue or notch. Inexperienced visitors think that the notch follows the pattern of a human nose to make it easier to drink from a cup. But this is not the case. According to the rules, a piece of sugar poured with rum is placed in this recess. Sugar must be set on fire so that it melts and flows into the cup, adding aroma, sweetness and strength to your mulled wine. At the stall where this hot drink is poured, at the end of November they build the world's largest bowl, ready to hold up to 900 liters of this winter cocktail.

Finally, another tourist attraction of Christmas Nuremberg is a carriage ride through the city center. The coachman has been driving the carriage for decades and will gladly take you along the streets of Nuremberg.

Helpful advice: postpone the carriage ride until dark to fully capture the splendor of city illumination, immerse yourself in the fabulous atmosphere of a cozy Bavarian town and see the ornate windows and walls of houses.

Pay attention not only to the decorated windows and balconies, but also to the ubiquitous Santa Claus who here and there climb walls, climb through windows and climb roofs. And finally, before heading home, get lost in this cozy city, walk through its small alleys, pass the gingerbread half-timbered houses and soak up its elegant and cozy atmosphere of waiting for the main holiday of the year.