Come on along for some more sight-seeing in Nuremberg . . .
The
Nuremberg Kinderweihnacht is the children’s market and
has an old-fashioned carousel, ferris wheel and steam train. The
Nativity scene trail runs between the two
markets.
The Christmas Angel opens Nuremberg’s famous
Christkindlesmarkt on Hauptmarkt square in the old
quarter. Medieval charm surrounds you along with the aroma of gingerbread,
Nuremberg bratwurst and glühwein.
A Christmas Pyramid (German: Weihnachtspyramide) is a Christmas decoration that has its roots in th Erzgebirge (Ore Mountains) of Germany, but has become popular throughout the country. It is suggested that the
Christmas pyramid is a predecessor of the Christmas tree
Before we spend too much time sightseeing, don't forget to have plenty of Euros in your pocket just in case you need to visit the WC.
The Frauenkirche (in English, "Church of Our Lady") is one of the churches in Nuremburg. It stands on the eastern side of the main market. An example of brick Gothic architecture, it was built on the initiative of Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor between 1352 and 1362.
Schöner Brunnen (beautiful fountain) is a 14th Century fountain
located on Nuremburg's main market next to the town hall and is
considered one of the main
attractions of the city's Historical Mile. The fountain is approximately
19 meters high and has the shape of a Gothic spire.
The two brass rings embedded in the fence surrounding the fountain on
opposite sides are said to bring good luck to those who spin them.
Lebkuchen has been mentioned in an earlier post, but it bears repeating ! Some has a cake-like texture but my favorite has a chewy inside with a crusty outside and a fondant-type icing on the bottom. It is especially tasty when eaten warm and with a cup of hot Glühwein.(Pronounced "glowvine" . . . or something like that.)
As you can see in this photo, EVERYONE has a cup of Glühwein.
Glühwein is a hot mulled wine, semi-sweet with lots of spices.
Some people, whose name won't be mentioned, but his initials are H.A.N.S., like his Glühwein with a 'dash' of rum.
It makes strolling around 100's of booths and through a crowd of 1,000's of people more tolerable.
In case you can't visualize just how many people are here, this photo might help.
Wow, such history but oh my there would not be enough Glühwein with more than a 'dash' of rum to get me to wade thru that crowd :) Enjoy!!
Posted by: Lisa L | December 21, 2012 at 08:11 AM