[2025 Wurzburg Attraction] Travel Guide for Old Main Bridge (Updated Jul)

Würzburg is a large city located in the northwest of Bavaria, Germany, right between Frankfurt and Nuremberg. It is also an ancient capital with a history of more than a thousand years, making it very suitable for a day trip. In this one-day trip to Würzburg, let’s take a look at the must-see attractions in this town on the Main River! Main content: Würzburg Old Town: The main tourist area of ​​Würzburg is not big. It takes about 2.5-3 kilometers to walk from the station through the old town to the farthest Marienburg Fortress. I have never taken the tram in the city. I just walked slowly and took pictures at will. Although this is an ancient German city, it was also a bishopric with high status during the Holy Roman Empire. There are many churches and museums to visit, but I mostly did not go inside to visit, and only captured the street scenes from outside. Here are a few scenic spots that are easier to take photos: Würzburg Cathedral (Würzburger Dom / The Cathedral of Saint Kilian / Würzburg Cathedral, that is, the Cathedral): This church is the most important church in Würzburg, with a tower that soars into the sky about 103 meters high. The exterior is in ancient Romanesque style. When the church was first built (the 11th century), it had not yet entered the Gothic style period. Although there are churches everywhere, the special thing about this church is that it has many sculptures by the famous German sculptor Tilmann. Riemenschneider's works, I will introduce him later The Chapel of Our Lady and the Falcon House: These two adjacent buildings are also must-see attractions. The Chapel of Our Lady (Marienkapelle), completed in the late 16th century, is in Gothic style and also has many Tilmann. Riemenschneider's stone sculptures, with his sculptures of Adam and Eve at the entrance (the one in the church is a replica); the Falkenhaus is unmistakable, the only building in the old town with intricate Rococo sculptures on the exterior. It is currently a library and tourist center, and its history dates back to the 18th century. It used to be the only ballroom and banquet hall in Würzburg. Old Town Hall Wine Cellar Restaurant: Most of the old town halls in Germany have attached wine cellar restaurants (Ratskeller), and Würzburg is no exception. I dined here on my first night. It is next to the old town hall, but... the wine cellar restaurant is much more conspicuous, and there is a magnificent clock on the outer wall. Old Main Bridge (Alte Mainbrücke): As the name suggests, it is the old bridge on the Main River. By the way...Frankfurt's full name is Frankfurt on the Main. Compared with Frankfurt, Würzburg is located upstream of the Main River, but the two cities are not far apart. The Old Main Bridge is my favorite attraction in Würzburg. It was completed in 1543 and in 1730, 12 statues of historical figures or saints were added to it, making it about 4.5 meters high. This place is really a paradise for photography enthusiasts. It is located on the main road leading to the fortress from the old town. In addition to being able to overlook the fortress on the opposite bank from the bridge, you can also walk to the riverside and take pictures of the bridge and the fortress at the same time. Of course, you can also take pictures of the endless vineyards on both sides of the river from the bridge. The most important thing is... remember to take pictures of the old town from the bridge. It is the representative scenery of Würzburg. It is no problem to take pictures here for an hour!

【Würzburg 3-Day, 2-Night Romantic Getaway】A Hidden Gem in Bavaria, Germany! Slow Living with Wine, Castles, and the Main River Hey, fellow travel enthusiasts! I just got back from Germany and can't wait to share this seriously underrated fairytale town with you—Würzburg! 🍷 As the starting point of the Romantic Road, it not only boasts the World Heritage Site Residenz Palace, but also super delicious Franconian wine. The key is that it's less crowded, has beautiful scenery, and reasonable prices! Follow my freshly baked guide to explore this riverside gem~ 🚗【Transportation Guide】 ✈️ Airplane: It is recommended to fly to Frankfurt Airport (1.5 hours by direct train) 🚂 Train: About 1–2 hours from Munich/Frankfurt 🚶 City: The old city can be explored on foot 🚲 Recommendation: Rent a bicycle and cycle along the Main River for a super pleasant experience 🏰【DAY 1: Encounter with Palaces and Vineyards】 🕙10:00 Würzburg Residence Germany's largest Baroque palace! A must-see is the world's largest ceiling fresco. The symmetrical aesthetics of the back garden will cure your obsessive-compulsive disorder~ The garden is super fragrant in September during the grape harvest season. 🕑2:00 PM Old Main Bridge "Würzburg's Charles Bridge"! The 12 statues of saints on the bridge are full of stories. Buying a glass of local wine at the bridgehead and strolling around while drinking is the right way to experience it. 🍷6:00 PM Vineyard Sunset It is recommended to go to the vineyard at the foot of Marienberg Fortress. September is the harvest season, so you can participate in the picking experience! The sunset view from the top of the mountain is breathtaking. 🍴 Food Recommendations: ▪️Alte Mainmühle (riverside restaurant by the bridge, must-order rainbow trout) ▪️Juliusspital Winery (300-year-old wine cellar) 🌈【DAY 2: Fairytale Streets and Markets】 🕘9:00 AM Market Square A healing square surrounded by colorful houses! The farmer's market on Saturday morning is great for strolling around. It is recommended to buy local specialty smoked sausages and handmade cheese. 🕛12:00 PM Neumünster Church The green dome is super eye-catching! The tomb of Saint Kilian in the underground is full of mystery, and a light art exhibition has recently been added. 🕒3:00 PM Little Venice Colorful boathouses on the banks of the Main River! Taking a boat tour is super romantic (EUR 10/person). A river lantern festival will be held here in September. 🍻 Dinner Recommendations: ▪️Würzburger Hofbräu (try the local beer) ▪️Backöfele (medieval cellar restaurant) 🌉【DAY 3: Secret Realms and Panoramic Views】 🕗8:00 AM Marienberg Fortress It's worth the 20-minute hike to the top! 360-degree panoramic view, the Prince's Garden inside the castle is a hidden photo spot. 🕐1:00 PM Court Garden The "back garden" of the Residenz Palace! Fountains, sculptures, and maze-like hedges—bring a book and you can relax for an afternoon. 🕠5:00 PM Würzburg Cathedral The twin-towered red sandstone building is super stunning! You can see a panoramic view of the city from the top, and the evening bells are super healing. 🔥【Top 5 Must-Play List】 1️⃣ Würzburg Residence (the pinnacle of luxurious Baroque) 2️⃣ Old Main Bridge (perfect match of wine + sunset) 3️⃣ Marienberg Fortress (king of panoramic views) 4️⃣ Market Square (the most local atmosphere) 5️⃣ Little Venice (colorful boathouses are super healing) 💡【Precautions】 ▪️The temperature difference is large in September, so bring a jacket 🧥 ▪️Prepare some cash (some small shops do not accept cards) 💰 ▪️Wine can be checked in, but there is a weight limit 🍷 ▪️Most shops are closed on Sundays ⌚️ ▪️Dress appropriately when visiting churches 🤵 Sitting by the Old Main Bridge, drinking local Silvaner white wine, and watching the sunset dye the Main River golden, I suddenly understood what "German romance" is. I already miss that mellow Franconian wine!

I walked around the Old Main Bridge in Wurzburg. Sightseeing in Wurzburg is centered around this bridge. The Marienberg Fortress, which can be seen from the bridge and the riverside, is impressive and beautiful. There are many restaurants and cafes along the river, so if you have time, I recommend taking your time to look around. Compared to other Romantic Road towns, the cityscape is more robust and grand than cute. You can also enjoy a cruise on the Main River. 📍Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3n6XdhYQyURv471k6 #0yentravelFebruary2025

#GetDiscountWithoutLuck When we arrived in Germany, our first destination was #Würzburg. We set our GPS to Residenzplatz, which is the location of Würzburger Residenz, the former residence of Prince-Bishop Johann Philipp Franz von Schönborn, Prince of Würzburg. We parked our car in front and went for a walk. Taking pictures is not allowed inside, so it didn't fit in. We walked to the side of the palace and almost screamed. We also saw German cherry blossoms (is that right?), but they were beautiful. We continued walking to Dom St. Kilian (Würzburg Cathedral), the 4th largest cathedral in Germany. It stands out with its twin towers, which are 105 meters high. This Roman Catholic church was built in honor of Saint Kilian at Kiliansplatz. After leaving Dom St. Kilian (Würzburg Cathedral), I really liked the walkway to Alte Mainbrücke Bridge. There was a tram running through it, which was exciting. Today, there weren’t many people, so it was very easy to walk. Next, let’s go to the Old Main Bridge or Alte Mainbrücke. This old Romanesque bridge in Würzburg is very impressive. There are many statues, and it looks very impressive. The view is also very good. The weather is cool and comfortable. I don’t know if it’s because the rain just stopped or not, but they sell wine here because I heard that it is the wine capital of the land of Frankonia, located on the Main River. However, we didn’t try it. From the bridge, you can see the old palace and the nearby fortress Festung Marienberg or Marienberg Fortress, which is standing tall on a hill. It is now the Princes’ Building Museum. However, we have to go up a hill, so we decided not to go up. We’ll save our energy for the next trip because the next day we plan to go to Heidelberg and then walk back to visit the market and find some food before going back to the car to continue our trip. I’ve fallen in love with this city already! #Travel: Rent a car and pin the GPS to Residenzplatz. #TravelGermany #TravelWürzburg

This is the Main River, a very famous attraction in Germany.

Wrzburg is known as Little Prague. This bridge is naturally a replica of the Charles Bridge. Old Main Bridge Alte Mainbrucke was built in 1473-1543. In order to save maintenance costs, the wood was arched in stone in 1512. on. During the Baroque period, the bridge gates and towers were demolished. Around 1730, the typical 4.5-meter-high Baroque saint statue was refurbished. Although the old bridge was badly damaged in the bombing in 1945, it has been repaired. It is now a pedestrian bridge, from which you can see not only the Marion Castle, the grape fields on the hills, the clear waters of the beautiful rivers, but also the spires of the churches in the old town of Wrzburg, Wrzburg. The most beautiful scenery. I always thought that the people on the market square were already the highest in Wrzburg. When we arrived at Main Bridge, we were really scared. The most densely populated place was on this century-old bridge. Its not too much to shoulder! On the same day, there were many mobile stalls selling crafts and ornaments on the old bridge of Maine, tourists who stopped to shop, and Germans who used the side rails as a wine table, which made it not too wide. The bridge is more crowded. If there is a lot of time, you can actually walk down the bridge along the river, or sit on a bench by the river to see the scenery. It is very pleasant. Vehicles and bicycles on the bridge can pass, but there are very few vehicles, so everyone is running around on both sides. At 4 or 5 in the afternoon, the bar at the bridgehead is a crowd of people. Everyone raises a glass of wine and chats at the entrance of the bistro, or standing on the edge of the bridge and drinking and watching the distance is really an enviable life. To be honest, the most beautiful angle to see the fortress is on the bridge. This type of fortress castle on the mountain must be kept at a distance, leaving enough visual space to see its awkward momentum. Otherwise, if you really get a fortress, you will understand what the ancients said is "only in this mountain."

See ## Going to Wrzburg, Wrzburg is a city that has been ruled by the bishop for centuries and is also the starting point of Germany's famous Romantik Avenue. During the bishop's reign, many magnificent castles were built in this place. Among them, Maria Fort is the most representative, and the Old Bridge is connected to the old city and the Fort Maria. Standing on this bridge, you can admire the many sculptures standing on the bridge. Many of them are sacred characters in religious beliefs. They are complete and representative. The tired guests have a stone bench on the side of the statue to rest. The ancient lampposts are very distinctive. If you are lucky, you can see hot air balloons in the sky. Some of them are advertising companies. Kind, but it is pretty. In addition, the Old Main Bridge is also the best place to look out for Maria Fort. It takes about 10-15 minutes to walk from the Bishops Palace. For the self-driving, it is also the classic romantic path from Frankfurt to Swan Castle, Heidelberg and other famous attractions. #Where to go to New Years Day