Nürnberger Land

Nürnberger Land is a rural district in Middle Franconia with forests including Rückersdorfer Forst and Engelthaler Forst that shape much of the terrain. Numerous municipalities form a patchwork of small towns and villages with varied countryside.

The district was established in 1972 through the merger of several municipalities, with Lauf an der Pegnitz becoming its administrative center. This creation shaped how the region is organized today.

Each municipality in the region maintains local traditions through festivals and Franconian architecture visible in town centers. People here take pride in regional food and customs that define their communities.

The area is well connected to major roads and provides access to schools, shops, and recreational facilities throughout the region. Visitors should plan time to explore the different towns and discover what each community offers.

The region includes about 40 distinct administrative areas, including specialized forest districts that together form a complex governance system. This diversity of smaller units makes the area interesting for exploring local structures and how communities operate independently.

Location: Middle Franconia

Inception: July 1, 1972

Capital city: Lauf an der Pegnitz

Elevation above the sea: 355 m

Shares border with: Erlangen-Höchstadt, Nuremberg, Roth, Neumarkt, Amberg-Sulzbach, Bayreuth, Forchheim District

Website: http://nuernberger-land.de

GPS coordinates: 49.50000,11.36667

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:09