Amberg, Medieval town in Upper Palatinate, Germany
Description
Amberg is a town in the Upper Palatinate region of Bavaria, enclosed by an almost complete circuit of medieval walls with defensive towers still standing along the perimeter. The Vils River runs through the old center, bordered by narrow lanes and stone houses that radiate from the central market square.
History
The settlement was first recorded in writing during the 11th century and grew into a trading hub for iron ore during the late medieval period. It later became a residence town for the Wittelbach dynasty and endured multiple sieges during the Thirty Years War.
Culture
Locals gather in the old market square for weekly markets and festivals, keeping traditions alive in a setting shaped by centuries of Upper Palatinate heritage. The Gothic parish church serves as a focal point for the community, with its interior reflecting the devotional life that has continued through generations.
Practical
The old center is compact enough to explore on foot, with most points of interest located within easy walking distance inside the wall circuit. Parking areas are found outside the historic core, and signposted paths lead through the gates into the main streets.
Did you know?
The fortified bridge crossing the river creates a symmetrical reflection in the water below, forming an image that resembles a pair of spectacles when viewed from the right angle. The two arches run parallel and gave the structure its local nickname, now a recognizable symbol throughout the region.
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St. Martin
56 m
Wallfahrtskirche Maria Hilf in Amberg
1.3 km
Rosenthalstraße 12
2.8 km
Erasmus-Gymnasium
823 m
Mariahilf-Berg
1.8 km
St. Georg
606 m
Luftmuseum
139 m
Schulkirche
223 m
Electoral Palace
301 m
Stadtbrille Amberg
287 mFranziskanerkloster Amberg
312 m
Town Hall of Amberg
51 m
Paulanerkloster Amberg
183 m
Stadttheater Amberg
301 mAlte Veste Amberg
42 m
Jesuitenkolleg Amberg
574 m
Nabburger Tor
337 m
Katholische Nebenkirche, sogenannte Frauenkirche, ehemalige Hofkapelle
258 m
Schloss Moos
3.8 km
Provincial Library Amberg
576 mStaatsarchiv Amberg
693 m
Burg Amberg
1.3 km
Synagogue (Amberg)
141 m
St. Michael
5.1 km
St. Michael
1.4 kmAmberger Skulpturenweg
294 m
Wingershofer Tor
351 m
Vilstor
396 m
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