Located in Bavaria, this historic German city has deep connections to the Brothers Grimm. Its vibrant Turkish quarter includes local mosques, markets, and authentic eateries.
In northern Bavaria, Fürth invites you to explore its 19th-century streets and squares. Walk past Art Nouveau mansions on Königstraße, climb the 45-meter tower of St. Michael's Church for city views, or join locals at the beer gardens along Gustavstraße. The city has preserved more than 2,000 historic buildings, from the red-sandstone Town Hall with its 55-meter tower to the former Jewish school on Hallemannstraße.
Getting Around Fürth
Take the U1 subway line between Fürth and Nuremberg, with trains every 10 minutes. The main stops at Fürth Hauptbahnhof and Rathaus put you close to key sights. You can walk through most central areas in 15-20 minutes, while buses run to outer districts every 20 minutes from 5:30 AM to midnight. Rent a bike from stands near the main station or city center to explore the flat streets at your own pace.
Exploring the Old Town
Walk down Gustavstraße to see half-timbered buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries, now home to Franconian restaurants and pubs. In the evening, tables fill with locals enjoying beer and regional food. At Waagplatz square, you'll find restored merchant houses from the 1600s and working craft workshops where you can watch artisans at work.
Parks and Nature Trails
Walk through Stadt Park's Japanese garden with its stone lanterns and koi pond, or smell the roses in the summer garden. Two marked trails start at Stadthalle station: a 3-kilometer route through community gardens and past historic fountains, and a 7-kilometer path along the riverside. Stop at information boards to learn about local plants and wildlife, with rest spots at regular intervals.
Cultural Venues
Watch theater performances and concerts at the Stadttheater, built in 1902 with gilded balconies and ceiling frescoes. The Jewish Museum (open Tue-Sun, 10 AM-5 PM) tells the story of Fürth's Jewish community through personal objects and photographs. At the Radio Museum, examine over 2,000 pieces of broadcasting equipment dating back to the 1920s. Find books about local history at the municipal library's main branch on Königstraße.
Markets and Events
Shop at wooden stalls during the December Christmas market in Fürther Freiheit. Join the Michaelis Kirchweih festival in October, when food vendors, carnival rides, and music fill the streets for 12 days. Buy fresh produce, flowers, and crafts at the Wednesday and Saturday markets in the city center.
Food and Drink Scene
Try Franconian dishes like schäufele (pork shoulder with potato dumplings), local bratwurst, and river fish at restaurants around Gustavstraße. Small breweries in the area make both classic lagers and new craft beers. Stop at the 1920s Stadtparkcafé for Black Forest cake and apple strudel while looking out over the park's trees and paths.
