The historical city of Upper Franconia awaits you
Take a holiday to Upper Franconia and enjoy the area's history, museums and festivals. Well known for its monuments, opera houses and theatres, this walkable city won't disappoint. With a holiday rental, you get a home away from home – many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Activities and attractions in and around Upper Franconia
Are you hoping to discover top things to see and do while you're in town? Venture out of your holiday home and check out everything that makes Upper Franconia a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Obermain Therme (28.4 mi / 45.7 km)
- Tierpark Rohrensee (0.8 mi / 1.3 km)
- Greifvogelpark Falknerei Katharinenberg (20.3 mi / 32.6 km)
- Bikepark Osternohe (26.2 mi / 42.2 km)
- Skischaukel Hempelsberg und Geiersberg (10.9 mi / 17.5 km)
- Gehrenlift (12 mi / 19.4 km)
Exploring the natural features in Upper Franconia
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to appreciate the scenery, Upper Franconia is a great place to spend some time outside. These are a few of the area's most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Sanspareil Rock Garden (11.8 mi / 19.1 km)
- Ochsenkopf (12 mi / 19.3 km)
- Fichtelsee (13.5 mi / 21.7 km)
- Fichtel Mountains Nature Park (18.9 mi / 30.5 km)
- Luisenburg Rock Labyrinth (19.2 mi / 30.8 km)
- Stone Forest (21 mi / 33.7 km)
How to get to and around Upper Franconia
If you're travelling by train, Bayreuth Central Station, Bayreuth-St Georgen Station and Laineck Station are the main stations in the area. Walk to nearby metro transport at Altendorf Buttenheim Station or Forchheim Kersbach Station and easily see more of the city.