Fascinating historical landmark, famous for its unique location. According to legend, the city's citizens built it on an artificial island in the middle of the Regnitz River after the bishop refused to grant them land. It now houses the Ludwig Collection, a museum of porcelain and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

One of the iconic images of Bamburg. Really pretty building and a really scenic view. Detailed decorative architecture and fresco-ish external painting. The best view is from the bridge that shows the front of the building. Which is by the Tower Lots of cool stuff in that area to see as well.

Nice town like little Venice. 🏘️🛶😊 And nice to see the very old Rathaus in between a bridge that cross the river. 🌉🏰😍 Very nice views in town 👍😎✨

Beautiful landmark in the heart of Bamberg. The unique location on the river and the colorful façade make it an absolute must-see.

Very nice! You need to see it at day and night. Just gorgeous.

A well preserved medieval town. We enjoyed our visit to Bamberg.

Amazing city and architecture lots walks and lots of to see

Bamberg is a town in northern Bavaria, Germany, laid out over 7 hills where the Regnitz and Main rivers meet. Its old town preserves structures from the 11th to 19th centuries including the muraled Altes Rathaus (town hall), which occupies an island in the Regnitz reached by arched bridges. The Romanesque Bamberg Cathedral, begun in the 11th century, features 4 towers and numerous stone carvings

It's so awkward, the tourist information office of the medieval UNESCO heritage site is in the only modern building in the area. 🙄

In response I'll comment a fellow tour guide "K O" that mentioned there isn't English tour guide and gave just 1 star. Wrong! They have it and I heard in 2 occasions yesterday just as I walked passed by some people receiving guide in English language at Grüner Markt where fruits and vegetables are sold outside under red umbrellas. Secondly Bamberg is Germany, and one should expect things to be in German language (yes I know tourists don't have to learn German). Be fair, you can't go to USA or UK and expect local tour guide in German language. Third, this city offers so much. People are friendly and they won't mind stopping by to answer your questions. Worth mentioning, at the tourist information desk I was spoken to in English language by the woman at the desk and handed an English language city info paper. I didn't have internet on my phone but bunch of people outside used their phone to get directions and help me know where to go. Yes it's Germany and yes people are good and more than willing to help. Check out my pics.

Helpful staff member gave us some great advice.

Very nice city, very good beer

Pretty medeival town, so much to see. The river is crystal clear Would love to come back ♡

The old town is very nice with its distinct beer taverns. The public toilet of the defunct St. Michaels monastery was closed and there is a lack of parking space in the courtyard of the former monastery. Our hotel room at the Residence Castle was not properly heated.

This is a Baroque style statue of Neptune situated in the pedestrian area at Grüner Markt. Locally known as Gabelmann (Fork Man). It is the work of sculptor J.K. Metzner (1697-98). What you see is the Roman God of the Sea with his trident standing amongst dolphins from which water spouts into a ground level basin. The basin is surrounded by delicately designed wrought-iron grill. It is an attractive fountain to see even during winter visits when the fountain is not in operation.

fountain in the middle of this busy street representing a stone statue of Neptune from Roman Mythology.

Beautifully crafted statue of the god Neptune. Worth a visit if you are in the area!

One of the historical landmarks that must be visited if you intend to visit Bamberg ! It's in the most busiest market ( Grüner Markt) in Bamberg where u can do shopping, eat , coffee or have some drinks with friends. Or prefekt meeting point too😉✌. Enjoy the wonderfulness of Bamberg ❤ . Happy first Advent 🎄.

A pretty cool statue/ fountain, worth a look if you’re passing by 🐻🐾🗽😊👍

A cool statue on a busier street with shopping and Farmers Markets. I couldn’t get too close because of Christmas decor and whatnot but liked what I could see!

Beautiful little fountain in the city centre.

The smoked beer was great, very unique. Taste like smoked sausage. Definitely a must try when in Bamberg. There were many people just chilling outside the restaurant chatting, while drinking. If you want to do the same, how it works is that you will need to pay a deposit “pfand” when ordering your beer, if not mistaken its €2, then they hand you the mug of beer. When you’re done, just head back to the counter, return the mug and get back your deposit. Enjoy!

Famous for their Rauchbier I now got to try their food. They got the typical local dishes. We had the Krustenbraten and Tafelspitz. Both dishes were well prepared. They are quite busy in summer, but they made space for our large group. Great hospitality. But for some reasons they do not entertain bachelor parties.

An authentic Bamberg brewery and restaurant. Because it’s ranked at the top of almost every tourist guide, it does get very crowded with visitors – many of whom just wander through or have a quick beer while standing. But if you take the time to sit down, order and enjoy the excellent beer, it’s well worth it. The food is hearty and tasty, service is fast, and while the staff aren’t overly friendly (a bit of an assembly-line feel), they are attentive. The only real downside to dining outdoors is the sheer number of flies – you’ll be busy fighting them off for your meal.

Great beer garden. Ate here both nights I spent in Bamberg. Managed to get through the entire list of smoked beers. The red lager was my favourite

It is the Bock season. We travel from far and wide, Scotland in my case, to sample the glorious Urbock? What happens? Finished by 19.30. No new Faß, bottles only. I can drink them in my own country. If a fridge can retain the chill of the Märzen overnight, why not the Urbock? You are letting so many people down.

We visited this place for lunch and sample Franconian kitchen and the legendary smoked beer. We were greeted by a very pleasant man in glasses who told us many interesting things. Overall, the staff was very welcoming and friendly. We didn't have to wait for a table; we were seated right away. The atmosphere is very authentic, in the old German style. We ordered sausages with cabbage and beef brisket with potato ball in a creamy cranberry-horseradish sauce. Everything was delicious, I highly recommend it!

Great food! We tried the stuffed onions with minced meat and potato purée — delicious. The waitress was very kind, and the food arrived just two minutes after we ordered. The menu doesn’t offer a huge variety, but we were happy with our choices. They also have a good selection of beers, from classic options to some special limited-edition ones.

Extremely beautiful town. Driving is complicated so sort out where you’re going to park before you come. Parking is 2-2.50€/hour. Plenty of hotels, cafes, restaurants, bars, markets and services as it is also has a University campus with plenty of facilities, libraries, etc.

We had an absolutely wonderful time in this beautiful city. From the moment we arrived, the charm of the streets, the stunning architecture, and the vibrant atmosphere made the experience unforgettable. The food was incredible—every meal felt like a highlight, full of authentic flavors and local specialties that left us wanting more. What really stood out was the overall vibe of the city: lively yet welcoming, with a perfect balance of culture, history, and modern energy. It was the kind of trip where every moment felt special, and we left already planning our return.

Bamberg is a really nice city with a lot of old and beautiful things to see. It feels like you're walking through history with its old streets and buildings. There's a big church and a cool old town hall on an island. People are friendly, and Overall, Bamberg is a fun and interesting place to visit.

We were advised to visit Bamberg before visiting Bavaria, and were not disappointed. We found the area busy and touristy, but with good reason. Our trip included a drive to Altenburg the next morning for lunch.

Great place with very nice old houses, small roads, and great shops. The river crosses the center of the old town, there are several beautiful bridges from which you can see the sunset. Very beautiful.

It's a very historic and charming city. Exploring its streets was a delight. It's a city with its own unique character and a must-see. Parking is readily available throughout the city center. You can easily explore on foot.

Bamberg has been a city of my heart for years. The smoked beer, the charm of the ancient city, the typical Bavarian welcome...the city during this season is absolutely a dream!🍂🍁

No if you want to get a sense of the towns history visiting the Cathedral and exploring the connected / nearby buildings is a great place to start. We visited on a busy weekend but found it easy to move through the Cathedral at our own pace on a self guided tour. There were people available to answer questions and were were free to roam respectfully. Walking down to the catacomb was also a unique way to get a sense of history through the life of the space, which has had multiple fires. The stonework and scale is massive. I’m told they have music with the pipe organ on Saturdays but don’t know the details. I can only imagine what the massive organ sounds like during services.

Beautiful cathedral. Make sure you go inside and see the only pope remains in Germany. Very cool!

Pope is buried in the back and on the square side door is relief of Jesus return. Worth the visit and cool on top of the hill.

Beautiful cathedral. Fine location to sit and reflect and lots of history! No crowds at all during the week.

We were not able to go inside the cathedral during our visit. Only took some pictures from outside. There was alot of constuction going on. The architecture is exquisite yet somehow feels depressing. Just my opinion. Much more beautiful things to see in Bamberg.

Bamburg Catheredal of St Peter and St George. Construction of the church was completed in the 13th century. Great to visit.

It was much bigger than I realized. Perhaps not as beautiful as other cathedrals but seeing Der goldener Reiter inside was a Highlight.

Superb location, great service, and decent Apple strudel. The hot chocolate was remarkably average at best though. There are also a ton of other great looking options on the menu- definitely worth checking out.

Flavorful Gelato in a great location to people-watch. They have a couple of benches, and tables for full-service if you prefer. Fast line, kind staff and standard price of $1.90 for basic flavors- higher for specialty ones.

The cafe has a best location, right on the tourist spot. Only ordered coffee and homemade Apfelstrudel, it was perfect.

Order in English, German or Italian, you will get your croissant crispy, your coffee hot and flavoured and your desserts fresh and tasty. Sit inside to feel cosy or out in the terrace to just watch people passing by. Beautiful location, right next to the old Town Hall.

Delicious ice cream ,nice view from the bar .

Amazing desserts and cakes. We went on a cold December evening and had probably the best Tiramisu I have eaten anywhere. The other cakes, ice creams and sundaes were also delicious. Drinks are good too.

Beautiful terrace with great ice cream cups!

It was simply the best.. We came to this place after asking some local guy, where can we eat meat.. He said this is the place if you wish to try local franconian kitchen... It was great.. EVERYTHING WAS DELICIOUS! We tried pork shoulder / knees and "lion" medalions, Onion soup and Apple Shtrudel with ice-cream DELICIOUS!!! P. S Beautiful waitress was alone but she still managed to do everything very fast and with a smile!

Beautiful location with equally beautiful scenery. The restaurant was very clean and very cozy. The staff was exceptional and very friendly. The food was delicious and well priced. I'd definitely recommend if you are in the area and looking for good German food.

Awesome location, fair price and marvelous bedroom.

Simple, very tasty and friendly place with a lot of German-style heart in it. You can read different opinions here, about the the stuff and meals, but for me this place is an essence of Bavarian kitchen and hospitality.

Stunning detail and worth visiting

Good food! Not too expensive. But minimum €25 to be able to use card. I found that an inconvenience. Hence changed from 5 to 4

Serves good solid Franconian cuisine, offers a selection of local beers and the atmosphere resembles typical rural Gaststätte. My favorite Franconian place in Bamberg!

Ice cream is a great way to cool off. Loved the STRAWBERRY FIELDS FOREVER, and the ISLAND IN THE SUN. Flavors were excellent and it hit the spot.. The JOE EXOTIC was low on the flavor and more milky than expected. The popcorn was more Styrofoam than kernel. Served ice in the water which while not usual for Europe, was very welcome.

Beautiful grilled chicken and salmon, potatoes and vegetables, Italian Rose and sparkling apple juice😘. The guy who served us spoke English, friendly (the best trait for customer service) and very efficient. Colin & Josie-Australia

Children's play corner only gets service when you walk down and ask for something. Entrées came last and were cold, we had to order everything ourselves so they decided to make everything at the same time even though we asked them to bring it after one another. For the food its nice otherwise maybe pick something else

Definitely worse places to go if you want some decent Italian food. The pizza and pasta were good. The big benefit of this place is the great location, familiar food options for travelers, and the fact it opens on Sundays. Really no complaints. We could see ourselves visiting again if we find ourselves in Bamberg. It’s worth a quick stop.

Took ages to get our food. 30% were not served. Two of them needed to repeatedly ask for their order. Waiter promised compensation in form of smaller drinks or shots. They never arrived, even when hewas remembered actively. Food is way too expensive. Very small servings with a lack of tasting or even quality. Everything is massively overpriced. Not a good experience. They want to be something, they don't achive. I could go to Vapiano to get the same quality and just pay half of what is asked here.

The place has a good atmosphere, even if you haven’t make a reservation they find a way you can enjoy. Good choice of drinks, pizza and pasta. The seasonal Punk your pizza has good options. I like the tower of three desserts.

Can highly recommend. Great food. Nice staff. Atmosphere is great. Dim lighting and music that is just right in volume. Great place to chill and relax with friends. I will be back for sure when I am in Bamberg visiting again. Not sure how I missed this place but now I know. Been a while but nothing has changed. Still very good.

Lovely place, very chic and stylish, delicious food, great service. When the sun is shining and in the evening, it's better to make a reservation as it's a very popular restaurant, especially the sun terrace with a spectacular view of the Old Townhall.

Amazing food. Really well done. However it pasta and burgers for lunch....

Really a cool place by the river in Bamberg. Easily reachable . Great staff and really good food !

I’ve being there few times, great selection of wine and cocktails, so the steak sides. Sitting outside is good in summer but the view is not the best, but who café when the food is great.

Sunday evening. Steak dinner, very nicely cooked medium rare. Good service, enjoyable evening.

Steak salad and tiramisu were fantastic! The handmade citrus and rosemary lemonade wasn’t very sweet which was nice because it was refreshing, especially on a hot day.

Premium experience and location. Set over the river in historic Bamberg.