Altdorf bei Nürnberg

Altdorf bei Nürnberg is a town in the Nürnberger Land region situated on elevated ground about 444 meters above sea level. It features a central market square with historic buildings and residential areas alongside green spaces throughout.

The town gained importance when a university was founded here in 1578, establishing it as a center of learning. This institution operated until 1809, when it merged with Erlangen University.

The market square at its heart is lined with timber-framed and stone buildings that shape how the town looks and feels today. These structures show how people have lived and worked here for generations.

The town is easily reached by train from Nuremberg with regular services running several times per hour. The center is compact and walkable, making it straightforward to explore on foot.

The former university building now houses the Wichernhaus, an education center that carries on the town's academic heritage. This building shows how the community has preserved its past as a place of learning.

Location: Nürnberger Land

Elevation above the sea: 444 m

Website: https://altdorf.de

GPS coordinates: 49.38581,11.35643

Latest update: December 13, 2025 21:17