Nuremberg Town Hall

The Old Town Hall is one of the famous sights of Nuremberg, it is located on the city's main square. The town hall is made of 2 parts: Gothic, which was built in the XIV century, and Renaissance - in the XVII century. Until 1806, the town hall held meetings of the city court and the Grand Council, also held solemn events. The town hall burned almost all in 1945, only a small hall survived. The restoration of the building took place in the 60s.

The facade of the building is sure to attract your attention with a long, luxurious decorated gate. There is a cupid fountain nearby.

The building of the town hall is now given as a toy museum. The main halls of the building are used for official receptions. In the basement of the town hall there is a torture museum. At 11 a.m., the tower’s bell rings every day, at which time 32 figures of human height appear on it, depicting scenes from the history of the city.