🇩🇪 Erlangen, Germany
Schwarzer Adler
📍 1, Herdegenplatz, Erlangen, 91056
Photo: official website
Il tuo soggiorno — Schwarzer Adler
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La proprietà — Schwarzer Adler
The Schwarzer Adler is a straightforward, no-frills 3-star hotel on Erlangen's main pedestrian drag, Hauptstraße. Its lobby is modest, with a wooden counter and a small sitting area, giving off the vibe of a reliable, family-run inn rather than a boutique hotel. It suits solo business travellers or couples on a tight budget who want to sleep centrally and step straight into the city's baroque core. The USP is its location, not the decor: you’re a two-minute walk from the Hugenottenplatz and the old town’s breweries.
Cronache di Erlangen
Erlangen was largely rebuilt by Huguenot refugees in the late 17th century, who stamped the city with a grid-like, baroque street plan known as the Neustadt—rare for Germany. The old margrave's palace (Schloss) anchors a leafy square, and the university, founded in 1743, has since made Erlangen a modern science and engineering hub, dominated by Siemens and FAU. Its cultural identity today is a relaxed, green town of beer gardens and bike lanes, with a palpable student energy. The historic core remains intact, with pastel-coloured townhouses and a lively market square.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Erlangen →I migliori mesi
May, June, September: warm but not hot, crowds moderate, beer gardens open, and the Bergkirchweih festival (late May/June) hasn’t peaked.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August; August especially due to the Erlangen Summer Festival and lingering Bergkirchweih spirit, plus university closures. Hotel prices spike by 20-30%, and rooms at 3-stars like the Adler book out early.
Stagione di spalla
April and October; cheaper rates, still pleasant weather (10-18°C), fewer tourists, and you can enjoy quiet walks through the castle gardens.
Meteo e imballaggio
Erlangen has a continental climate with sudden summer thunderstorms, so expect a quick cool-down after 4pm. Pack a lightweight rain jacket and closed-toe shoes for cobbles, even in July.
Briefing della città — Erlangen
- Erlangen's Hauptstraße tram stop is fully rebuilt and reopened as of late 2025, so no more bus replacement services along the main drag.
- A new wine bar, 'WeinKontor', opened on Friedrichstraße in May 2026, specialising in Franconian Silvaner—good for a pre-dinner glass near the hotel.
- The Hugenottenbrunnen fountain in the old town is undergoing a summer-long cleaning project from June to August 2026, with scaffolding up around it.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Schwarzer Adler, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top floor (third floor) for the best chance of a quieter stay. Given the hotel's historic structure, rooms on the top floor may be slightly more insulated from street noise from Herdegenplatz.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the first floor are not recommended due to potential noise from foot traffic on the street below, and the lack of a lift may make it more inconvenient to access these rooms.
Best views
Unfortunately, there is no information provided about the hotel's orientation or specific views from the rooms. Given the hotel's address, it's likely that some rooms may have views of Herdegenplatz, but this is uncertain.
Quietest floors
The second floor is likely the quietest, being nestled between the potentially noisier first floor and the top floor. However, this is an inference based on the hotel's layout and not explicitly stated.
🔊 Noise notes
Herdegenplatz is a relatively busy street with local businesses and pedestrian traffic, which may generate noise that could be audible in rooms, especially on the first floor.
Insider tips
If you're driving, consider using the Parkhaus Altstadt car park, even though it's a short walk away, as the €12 fee is a relatively standard rate for on-street parking in Erlangen. Given the hotel's historic structure, it's essential to be prepared for stairs-only access. If you have heavy luggage, consider asking the hotel staff for assistance or consider a hotel with elevator access if this becomes a concern.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
strutture alberghiere — Schwarzer Adler
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi for all guests; no login or time limit, average speed 25 Mbps
No lift. The building is a historic 3-floor structure with stairs only; no ground-floor rooms (all rooms are on upper floors)
No physical newspapers offered; digital news via a shared tablet in the lobby only
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 08:00 at reception; late check-out (after 12:00) costs €20 until 18:00, subject to availability
Free storage at reception for same-day arrivals and departures
No step-free access; one small step at entrance and no ramp. Not suitable for wheelchair users or those with mobility issues
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parkhaus Altstadt (Rathausplatz), €12 per night (24h); no EV charging at the hotel or nearby public chargers within 500m
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night, mandatory for all guests over 18
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a €50 incidental hold is placed on your card at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Klosterkirche St. Matthäus (106 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: St. Albertus Magnus (613 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Friedhofskapelle (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
5 minuti di radio essenziali
VR-Bank — 232 m · ~3 min walk
Fleming-Apotheke — 198 m · ~2 min walk
Lukullus — 871 m · ~11 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Most travellers use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Nuremberg Airport or main train station, which mark up rates by 5-10%.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets, chain shops, and restaurants; contactless with phone or card is standard; many smaller cafes and bakeries still prefer cash or have a minimum for card payment (often €5-10).
Restaurants: round up the bill or leave ~5-10% (say 'stimmt so' if paying cash); taxis: round up to the next euro; hotel housekeeping: €1-2 per night left in room.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a bakery or cafe is about €2.50–€3.00.
Döner kebab or falafel wrap from a takeaway, around €5–€6.50.
Pizza or pasta in a casual Italian restaurant, main course €9–€12.
Döner shops and Asian takeaway stalls near the main square (Rathausplatz) and Hugenottenplatz offer filling meals under €7.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto — all common in this part of Erlangen.
C&A and H&M at the city centre (Nürnberger Straße / Hauptstraße) for budget basics; second-hand shops like Oxfam are good for cheap finds.
Single bus/tram ride €1.80 (sold at machines at stops); day pass for Erlangen zone (Kernzone) €4.80; from Nuremberg Airport take the U-Bahn (U2) to Nürnberg Hbf then S-Bahn (S1 to Erlangen) — total about €8-10 one-way.
Buy a day pass if you take more than two bus/tram rides in a day; fill a reusable bottle at public fountains (tap water is safe); skip restaurants right on the tourist plaza for better value a block away.
Buono da sapere — Erlangen
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Erlangen, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Schwarzer Adler
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · VR-Bank — 232 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Fleming-Apotheke — 198 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
Find train tickets →Erlangen Hauptbahnhof (tram stop 'Hauptbahnhof') → Altmann's Stube Hotel (tram stop 'Rathaus', then 5 min walk)
💡 Get off at 'Rathaus'—walk 2 minutes east along Hauptstraße, then turn left into Schenkstraße. The tram is slightly slower than the bus but avoids traffic jams in the old town. Validate your ticket in the machine by the doors before boarding.
Erlangen Hauptbahnhof (bus stop 'Hauptbahnhof') → Altmann's Stube Hotel (bus stop 'Schenkstraße')
💡 Use the VGN app for live departure times. The bus drops you 100m from the hotel—turn right onto Schenkstraße. If you're carrying heavy luggage, this is better than walking from the station.
Flughafen Nürnberg (Nuremberg Airport) arrivals → Altmann's Stube Hotel (40 Schenkstraße, Erlangen)
💡 Book in advance with Taxi Erlangen (+49 9131 81112) for a flat €48. Avoid hailing from the stand during peak hours (17:00-19:00) on Fridays—traffic on A73 can push it to 40+ minutes.
Flughafen Nürnberg (Nuremberg Airport) → Altmann's Stube Hotel (Erlangen Hauptbahnhof, then 10 min walk)
💡 Buy a VGN single ticket from the machine at the airport. The train runs directly from the airport underground station (U-Bahn level, take escalator down from arrivals). Get off at Erlangen Hbf, exit south onto Bahnhofplatz, walk straight along Schenkstraße for 8 minutes—hotel is at 40 Schenkstraße.
Informazioni su Erlangen
Wikipedia ↗
Erlangen (German pronunciation: [ˈɛʁlaŋən] ; Mainfränkisch: Erlang, Bavarian: Erlanga) is a Middle Franconian city in Bavaria, Germany. It is the seat of the administrative district Erlangen-Höchstadt (former administrative district Erlangen), and with 120,646 inhabitants (as of 31 December 2025), i...
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Schwarzer Adler?
Request a room on the top floor (third floor) for the best chance of a quieter stay. Given the hotel's historic structure, rooms on the top floor may be slightly more insulated from street noise from Herdegenplatz.
Which rooms should I avoid at Schwarzer Adler?
Rooms on the first floor are not recommended due to potential noise from foot traffic on the street below, and the lack of a lift may make it more inconvenient to access these rooms.
Is Schwarzer Adler noisy?
Herdegenplatz is a relatively busy street with local businesses and pedestrian traffic, which may generate noise that could be audible in rooms, especially on the first floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Schwarzer Adler?
Unfortunately, there is no information provided about the hotel's orientation or specific views from the rooms. Given the hotel's address, it's likely that some rooms may have views of Herdegenplatz, but this is uncertain.
What are insider tips for staying at Schwarzer Adler?
If you're driving, consider using the Parkhaus Altstadt car park, even though it's a short walk away, as the €12 fee is a relatively standard rate for on-street parking in Erlangen. Given the hotel's historic structure, it's essential to be prepared for stairs-only access. If you have heavy luggage, consider asking the hotel staff for assistance or consider a hotel with elevator access if this becomes a concern.
What time is check-in at Schwarzer Adler?
Check-in at Schwarzer Adler is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Schwarzer Adler have Wi-Fi?
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi for all guests; no login or time limit, average speed 25 Mbps
Is there a city or tourist tax at Schwarzer Adler?
€3.50 per person per night, mandatory for all guests over 18
Where can I eat cheaply near Schwarzer Adler?
Döner kebab or falafel wrap from a takeaway, around €5–€6.50.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Schwarzer Adler?
Single bus/tram ride €1.80 (sold at machines at stops); day pass for Erlangen zone (Kernzone) €4.80; from Nuremberg Airport take the U-Bahn (U2) to Nürnberg Hbf then S-Bahn (S1 to Erlangen) — total about €8-10 one-way.
When is the best time to visit Erlangen?
May, June, September: warm but not hot, crowds moderate, beer gardens open, and the Bergkirchweih festival (late May/June) hasn’t peaked.
Principali attrazioni a Erlangen
💡 Admission is free every first Wednesday of the month. Check their website for guided tours in English (usually free on the same day). No photography in most rooms.
💡 Visit on a sunny weekday morning for near solitude. Free public toilets by the eastern entrance open during daylight hours.
💡 The tower spiral staircase is narrow—go early to avoid meeting others coming down. Park at Burgbergstraße for the easiest access.
💡 Pick up a free printed map from the tourist office (Rathausplatz 1). Best on a Sunday morning when traffic is light and you can actually see the architectural details.
💡 The alpine house is kept cooler than most greenhouses—wear a light jacket even in summer. No café, so bring your own water.