GermanyFree State of BavariaWurzburgMarienberg49°47’14” N 9°55’40” E GermanyFree State of BavariaWürzburgUnterdürrbachMainwiesen49°47’51” N 9°55’21” E GermanyFree State of BavariaRandersackerMarsberg49°45’15” N 9°58’52” E
GermanyFree State of BavariaWurzburgFortress Marienberg49°47’22” N 9°55’15” E
November 4, 2022 in Germany ⋅ ☁️ 11 °C
The mighty Fortress Marienberg is a symbol of Würzburg and served as a home of the local prince-bishops for nearly five centuries. It has been a fort since ancient times. Most of the currentRead more
GermanyFree State of BavariaWurzburgWürzburger Residenz49°47’34” N 9°56’20” E November 4, 2022 in Germany ⋅ ☁️ 9 °C
For centuries the Wurzburg prince-bishops wielded enormous power and wealth. The Residenz is UNESCO-listed; a fine baroque palace built between 1720 and 1744. No photos are allowed inside. There’s aRead more
GermanyFree State of BavariaWurzburgWürzburger Residenz49°47’34” N 9°56’19” E
March 24 in Germany ⋅ 🌬 5 °C
It is obvious that the bishop hired the best painter and architect. The fresco over the grand staircase depicts “The Four Continents”. The amazing frescos were done by Giovanni Tiepolo. TheRead more
GermanyFree State of BavariaWurzburgAlte Mainbrücke49°47’35” N 9°55’34” E
November 4, 2022 in Germany ⋅ ☁️ 11 °C
Walked along the Main Promenade to the Old Stone Bridge which is adorned with religious statues, like the Charles Bridge in Prague. Originally built in the 12th Century, the bridge was badly affectedRead more
GermanyFree State of BavariaWurzburgAlte Mainbrücke49°47’35” N 9°55’38” E
March 24 in Germany ⋅ ☁️ 8 °C
Aha, I caught Tom sneaking out of our tiny room…I am not going to miss an opportunity to shop!
We donned our 3 layers, toques and gloves and headed out for one last look around Würzberg. It hasRead more
GermanyFree State of BavariaWurzburgAlte Mainbrücke49°47’35” N 9°55’37” E
March 24 in Germany ⋅ 🌬 6 °C
Sights close the old Main (pronounced mine) Bridge over the Main river. It is a tradition to drink a glass of wine on the bridge as Würzburg is also famous for its local vineyard and wine. Lots ofRead more
GermanyFree State of BavariaWurzburgWürzburger Residenz49°47’35” N 9°56’15” E
March 24 in Germany ⋅ 🌬 5 °C
I thought that this would house a great number of bishops. I was wrong. Only one lived here. The residenz (palace) was built between 1720 and 1744. It took another 36 years to finish the interior.Read more
You might also know this place by the following names:
Kreisfreie Stadt Würzburg, Kreisfreie Stadt Wurzburg, Würzburg
Very interesting little town. I bet you had fun there. Thanks for sharing! Be well. [Frank]
Traveler nice pictures, "i fixed the computer problem", johnny tech smart. miss you!
heading off to Alaska in the morning. Glad you are having a fun trip! Love following along on the photos... [Scott]