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Hauptmarkt, Nuremberg

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Flea Market · Hidden Gem · Shopping
A busy market year-round, Hauptmarkt contains the Beautiful Fountain with 40 stone figures representing the world from the perspective of the Holy Roman Empire. If you're there at noon, you can also see intricate clockwork figures on a church tower in action. Shop for fresh fruit and veggies, flowers, and bread, as well as regional and international specialties at this market, which covers some 465 sq m (5,000 sq ft). Arrange your visit to Hauptmarkt and discover more family-friendly attractions in Nuremberg using our Nuremberg online tour itinerary planner.
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  • By EvaF2Eva
    There are several beautiful buildings around the square, amazing fountain and it is a really nice place but what made it unforgettable was a big market we visited there on Saturday with plenty of...  more »
  • By WeakKneeTraveler
    During usual days, this market which is located intl the center of the old town will be selling fruits and vegetables but during X'mas season, this market will be transformed into the main section of....  more »
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