Werderau

Werderau is a residential district in Nuremberg located between the Main-Danube Canal and the city center, characterized by numerous single-family houses, abundant green spaces, and well-maintained gardens that create a village-like atmosphere within the urban environment.

The district was developed in the early 20th century between 1910 and 1930 according to plans by architect Ludwig Ruf, who also worked on Nuremberg's Congress Hall, with the intention of creating a green residential area for workers from the nearby MAN machinery factory.

The central Volckamerplatz serves as a community focal point designed in the 'worker baroque' architectural style, featuring daily necessity shops like bakeries, butchers, and pharmacies arranged around a square that deliberately resembles a traditional village center to foster neighborhood connections.

The district offers excellent connectivity to Nuremberg's city center through nearby tram and S-Bahn stations, while local shopping facilities at Dianaplatz and various residential options ranging from 180-square-meter rental apartments to single-family homes cater to diverse housing needs.

Werderau represents a rare example of early 20th-century worker housing that has evolved into one of Nuremberg's most desirable residential areas, successfully combining the tranquility of suburban living with urban accessibility and maintaining its original architectural character for over a century.

Location: Nuremberg

Elevation above the sea: 315 m

Shares border with: Dianastraße

GPS coordinates: 49.42230,11.05950

Latest update: July 25, 2025 19:17