Bamberg is a beautiful town in Upper Franconia, Germany. It dates from the 9th century and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993. We visited on a damp winter day.
Our walk from the railway station took us across the wide, brown Regnitz River.
We came to a small piazza where Neptune kept watch…he gets around.
A unicorn with golden eyes also looked over us.
Across a branch of the river we came to the Rathaus, town hall. It was first mentioned in 1387 and rebuilt between 1461 and 1467. It was redesigned between 1744 and 1756.
The facade paintings were originally created by Johann Anwander in 1755 and restored many times. Anton Greer repaired the paintings between 1959 and 1962.
Colourful buildings line the riverbank.
I wonder if this doorway was built crooked or is the result of regular refits as the building sank.
The old city is full of wonderful buildings, making for an interesting walk.
I was impressed with the ship over a shop.
And the young ladies and mermaids over the doorway, keeping with the ocean theme.
Dark clouds sent us back across the river and back to the station.
Bamberg is a lovely town. It must look very pretty in spring…a good reason to return.
Looks as a beautiful place to visit. Thank you for sharing!
By: mulinodominillo on January 18, 2022
at 9:09 pm
It is a very pretty town. We were only there for a short time, a longer visit is needed.
By: Debra Kolkka on January 19, 2022
at 5:45 am
I agree! I spent a couple of days in Bamberg many years ago and I have fond memories of the beautiful architecture and wall paintings, also of Franconian food.
By: karenincalabria on January 18, 2022
at 9:09 pm
We love the food in the area too. I could easily become addicted to the bratwurst sausages with mustard on a roll.
By: Debra Kolkka on January 19, 2022
at 5:46 am
Stunning Images Deb xx
By: junedallywatkinsbrisbane on January 18, 2022
at 11:28 pm
Thank you. It is a pretty town.
By: Debra Kolkka on January 19, 2022
at 5:46 am
Loved your photos of Bamberg. Agree with you it should look lovely in Spring.
By: Camillus Davall. on January 18, 2022
at 11:48 pm
I do like winter but spring is so lovely with new green leaves everywhere.
By: Debra Kolkka on January 19, 2022
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i hope you can blog about the food they have therw
By: paul on January 19, 2022
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The food is excellent in the area. The friends we stayed with are excellent cooks as well as the great food in restaurants. We needed a few days without eating much when we returned home.
By: Debra Kolkka on January 19, 2022
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Lovely old buildings and I always like winter-escapes.
By: Jan on January 19, 2022
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Winter-scapes!
By: Jan on January 19, 2022
at 10:02 am
Gorgeous! And now I’m hungry for a good bratwurst on a roll 😁
By: sheilasunshine on January 19, 2022
at 9:11 pm
Another beautiful city!
By: Kerry & Jim on January 20, 2022
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