Nuremberg facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Nuremberg
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| Country | Germany | |
| State | Bavaria | |
| Admin. region | Mittelfranken | |
| District | Kreisfreie stadt | |
| Subdivisions | 7 Stadtbezirke | |
| Elevation | 309 m (1,014 ft) | |
| Population
(2022-12-31)
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| • Total | 523,026 | |
| Time zone | CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2) | |
| Postal codes |
90001 – 90491
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| Dialling codes | 0911, 09122, 09129 | |
| Vehicle registration | N | |
| Website | www.nuernberg.de | |
Nuremberg (German: Nürnberg) is a big city in the German state of Bavaria. It is located in a region called Middle Franconia. The city sits on the Pegnitz River and the Rhine-Main-Danube Canal. It is the largest city in Franconia. Nuremberg is about 170 kilometers (105 miles) north of Munich. In December 2012, about 495,121 people lived there.
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Nuremberg's Past: A Quick Look
How Nuremberg Grew in the Middle Ages
From 1050 to 1571, Nuremberg became a very important city. It was located on major trade routes. Many meetings of the Holy Roman Empire, called Reichstage, took place at Nuremberg Castle. These meetings were a key part of how the empire was run.
In 1219, Emperor Frederick II made Nuremberg an Imperial Free City. This meant the city was directly ruled by the Emperor. It was not controlled by local lords or princes. Nuremberg also gained a seat in the Imperial Parliament.
In 1298, a terrible event happened. Nearly 700 Jewish people were killed in a violent attack. This event allowed the city to connect its northern and southern parts. Today, this area is home to the City Market, Frauenkirche, and City Hall.