Weißgerbergasse

Weißgerbergasse is a medieval street in central Nuremberg lined with timber-framed houses built between the 14th and 15th centuries. The buildings display characteristic construction with wooden frames and infill walls that were common for that era.

The street developed as a craft center where leather tanners processed and sold their goods. This trade was crucial for Nuremberg's prosperity and reputation as a major commercial city during the Middle Ages.

The street was the heart of the leather trade and shows how craft guilds organized their workshops and homes together. You can still see how the buildings were arranged closely and designed for working with hides and leather.

The street is located in the Old Town and easy to reach on foot from central museums and squares. The path is narrow and paved, so sturdy shoes are recommended when walking through.

On some buildings you can still see the names and symbols of original craft guilds carved into stone or wood. These marks help identify which masters worked there and what trades were practiced.

Location: Nuremberg

GPS coordinates: 49.45520,11.07300

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:45