Upper Franconia

Bavaria

A panoramic view of a historic city with red-roofed buildings, a river, and a prominent bridge.
A historic building with a prominent tower, a half-timbered structure, and a bridge over a river.
Upper Franconia
Upper Franconia
Upper Franconia

Popular cities in Upper Franconia

Bamberg
Bamberg
Known for Historical, Beer and Monuments
This UNESCO World Heritage riverside city is famous for its many breweries, historic architecture and live entertainment.

Reasons to visit

  • Bamberg Cathedral
  • Old Town Hall
  • New Residence
Bayreuth
Bayreuth
Known for Festivals, Opera and Gardens
Come to Bayreuth and enjoy its museums, festivals and beer.

Reasons to visit

  • Hermitage Old Palace
  • Margrave's Opera House
  • Bayreuth New Palace
A castle on a hill with autumn foliage, surrounded by a village.
Coburg
Known for Historical, Castle and Monuments
Coburg awaits: its monuments, culture, parks and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Coburg Fortress
Hof
Hof
Known for Relaxing, Spas and Fishing
Experience the “top of Bavaria” when you visit this cozy town known for its famous film festival, the best sausages in Germany and sublime specialty beer.
A castle surrounded by lush green hills and a clear blue sky.
Staffelstein
Known for Spas, Monuments and Historical
Love spas, monuments and history? Get away to Staffelstein!
Panoramaaufname von oben von der Fränkischen Schweiz in der Nähe von Pottenstein/Deutschland
Pottenstein
Known for Natural parks, Monuments and Historical
Trip time! Discover the parks, monuments and history in Pottenstein.