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© Germanisches Nationalmuseum (Germanic National Museum), Nuremberg, Photo: GNM, Dirk Messberger

Kaiserburg-Museum (Imperial Castle Museum)

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Open today 10:00-16:00
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Burg 17
90403 Nürnberg
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Weapons, astronomy and festivals are the focus of the Kaiserburg-Museum (Kaiserburg Museum). Important originals from the collection of the Germanisches Nationalmuseum (Germanic National Museum) are displayed here, which have one thing in common despite the thematic differences: They are directly related to Nuremberg Castle. And so, in addition to a cross-section through the history of weapons and armour, there are amazing astronomical measuring instruments from the Baroque period and even historical fireworks to marvel at. Information boards and illustrations point out window views and draw attention to interesting places in the castle surroundings.

Last edited on 19.05.2024

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Museum / Exhibition Centre: Kaiserburg Nürnberg (Imperial Castle Nuremberg)

Nuremberg Castle was one of the most important imperial palaces of the Holy Roman Empire in the Middle Ages. For centuries, it was at the centre of European history, a secure base and a prestigious...

Location: Nürnberg

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Inner courtyard with historic castle buildings, stairs and covered walkways. (opens enlarged image)
Exterior photograph of the Kaiserburg-Museum (Kaiserburg Museum) © Germanisches Nationalmuseum (Germanic National Museum), Nuremberg. Photo: GNM, Dirk Messberger
Two highly complex armours (opens enlarged image)
Exhibition at the Kaiserburg-Museum (Kaiserburg Museum) © Germanisches Nationalmuseum (Germanic National Museum), Nuremberg. Photo: GNM, Georg Janßen

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