Weekend in Würzburg

A pedestrian stone bridge from the 1400s, lined with statues of saints. Perfect for a stroll and watching the river boats.

Tip: Bring a bottle of local Franconian wine — locals sit on the stone parapets drinking at sunset. Buy from a nearby Weinstube (try Bürgerspital on Theaterstraße).

Old stone bridge from 1473 lined with twelve sandstone saints. Connects the old town to the fortress. Foot traffic only. Lovely spot for people-watching with a bottle of wine.

Tip: Buy a wine from the Weinstube am Brücke at the base (€3–4) and drink it on the bridge wall like locals do. Best at golden hour when the sun hits the fortress.

Romanesque cathedral with twin towers, a peaceful interior, and a modern altar by sculptor Otto Herbert Hajek. One of Germany's largest Romanesque churches.

Tip: The crypt is free and often empty — look for the medieval fresco fragments. Free guided tour on Saturdays at 11am.

Old stone bridge across the Main, lined with statues of saints. A favourite spot for locals to sit, drink wine, and watch the river.

Tip: Buy a bottle of Franconian wine from a nearby shop (try the Weinhaus am Markt) and join the locals on the bridge rails at sunset.

The historic Rathaus building with its Gothic tower and arcaded courtyard. The main market square in front hosts a daily produce market (except Sunday) with regional fruit, cheese, and flowers.

Tip: The Rathaus courtyard is open to the public, but few people know you can climb the tower steps for a free view over the rooftops (ask the porter inside the main entrance). Market best on Saturday morning for local wine stalls.

The Old Main Bridge is Würzburg's busiest free attraction — a stone bridge from the 15th century lined with statues of saints. It connects the city centre to the fortress hill. People stand along the

Tip: Buy a half-bottle of local Silvaner from Bürgerspital or Juliusspital (€4–6), no glass needed — they'll give you a plastic cup. The bridge gets packed at sunset in summer; arrive by 7pm for a spot.

The 15th-century stone bridge across the Main river, lined with statues of saints. It's the city's main social hub, especially at dusk.

Tip: Buy a bottle of Franconian wine (€3–4 from nearby wine shops) and join locals on the bridge steps. Best spot: the eastern side for fortress views. Avoid Saturday evenings if you hate crowds.

A tiny, walled garden tucked behind the Neumünster church in the city centre. It's the former cloister garden, now a quiet oasis with old stone arches, a medieval well, and a bronz

Tip: Look for the carved stone 'Lusam' inscription near the flower beds — it's the old name for this plot. The garden is locked at dusk. Best visited on a sunny late afternoon when the church bells chime.

Baroque palace grounds behind the UNESCO-listed Würzburg Residenz. The free gardens include symmetrical flower beds, fountains, terraces, and a small orangery, all meticulously mai

Tip: Enter through the eastern gate on Balthasar-Neumann-Promenade for a quieter section. The main parterre has free classical concerts some summer weekends—check the tourist board noticeboard.

The UNESCO-listed palace courtyard and massive Hofgarten (court gardens) are free to enter. The gardens offer terraced paths, fountains, and views of the Marienberg fortress.

Tip: Skip the packed main courtyard at midday; go early morning for quiet walks past the orangery. The upper terraces have benches perfect for a picnic.