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Nuremberg's Secret Tunnels & City Wall Passages Tour

Descend beneath Nuremberg's medieval streets into a labyrinth of rock-cut tunnels and secret passages — used for centuries to brew beer, store wine, and shelter citizens. One of Germany's most extraordinary underground experiences.

What to expect

You'll slip below the Old Town through narrow passages carved into the red sandstone bedrock, discovering chambers that once cooled the city's legendary Franconian beer and later protected thousands of civilians during WWII bombing raids. Your guide illuminates each layer of the city's history with vivid storytelling and expert knowledge. The temperature underground is a cool 10°C year-round — a refreshing contrast to a summer day above. Emerging back into the sunlit medieval streets, you'll see Nuremberg in an entirely new light.

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Nuremberg City of Empires Tours
From approx. EUR 90–120 per person (small group guided tour)
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Good to know

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes and bring a light layer — it's cold underground regardless of season. The entrance is centrally located in the Old Town, easy to reach on foot from the river. Small group sizes keep the experience intimate. Allow 1.5–2 hours for the underground portion; combine with Old Town exploration.

Sail there

Luxury cruises that call at Nuremberg — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Avalon · Avalon Tranquility II
5 nights · round-trip from Nuremberg, Germany
from $2,789
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Avalon · Avalon Imagery II
5 nights · calls at Nuremberg
from $2,789
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AmaWaterways · AmaPrima
7 nights · calls at Nuremberg
from $2,879
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AmaWaterways · AmaReina
7 nights · calls at Nuremberg
from $2,879
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