Like most German cities, Nuremberg was hit by bombing during World War II, which significantly changed the face of the historic centre.

One of the few streets that remained virtually intact was Weissgerbergasse, which winds for about 120 metres on the western edge of the Old Town.

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When wandering around Nuremberg, don't miss this street. It is here that you will see what the whole city looked like in the Middle Ages.

Typical half-timbered houses

The alley is lined with 22 typical medieval half-timbered houses with colourful wooden beams.

The oldest houses date from the 14th to 15th centuries, but all have undergone continuous renovations. The street saw its greatest renovations in the 19th century and after the Second World War. However, the original medieval character of the houses has never been disturbed.

The name of the street comes from the most common craft that used to be practised here. The street was home to many so-called 'white tanners', who processed rawhide into a fine and light-coloured leather called 'white leather' using a stone.

The last tanneries disappeared during the 19th century.

Today, Weißgerbergasse is full of period restaurants, cafés, bars and small galleries.

Which way to Weißgerbergasse?

The alley leads from Maxplatz in a northeasterly direction and ends at Weinmarkt near St. Sebald's Church. You are unlikely to miss it as you travel through the small historic centre, as there are signs pointing in its direction in many places.

The nearest Hallertor tram stop for lines 4 and 6 is about 50 metres from the southern start of the street.