For a short time, Bamberg was the center of the Holy Roman Empire and today the city's churches, monasteries, and other old religious buildings are one of the main attractions.
Many are within one of Europe's largest intact old town centers which is ideal for walking. The narrow winding streets, half-timbered buildings and imposing squares make this a great place to visit.
Nine breweries, smoked beer, and the University of Bamberg are the flip side of the city. These give it a young vibe which you see on the streets.
We saw most of the city's attractions in one day with the exception of The Altenburg which is located on the highest of Bamberg's seven hills. It was constructed in the early 12th century and was the residence of Bamberg's bishops for 300 years. It was repaired in 1801 and today houses a popular restaurant.
Bamberg has a good range of accommodation and I urge you to stay close to the center so that you can walk to most sights. Many streets are pedestrianized so a car is not useful here. There are some buses and tours to places outside the main old center.
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