Würzburg is synonymous with World Heritage, world-class wine and well-being. This lively city is known as the 'Gateway to the Romantic Road' and its skyline is dominated by its most prominent landmark, the Marienberg Fortress. Another spectacular highlight is the Baroque Residenz Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1982. Various museums, galleries and theatres will delight art lovers and the city is the centre of the Franconian Wine Country, a region whose vineyards are famous throughout the world. Three of Germany's largest and most renowned wineries are located here. A Juliusspital wine, for example, was served at the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. And it is Franconian wine that, in perfect harmony with Baroque splendour, always makes a visit to Würzburg a memorable experience.
Watched over by its landmark, the Marienburg fortress, this university city on the River Main in Germany is surrounded by lush vineyards. In addition to the former Prince Bishop's Residence, there are many sights worth seeing in the Old Town such as the Cathedral, St. Mary´s Chapel, the market place and The Old Bridge.
Würzburg - world heritage, world-class wine and well-being. This lively city is known as the 'Gateway to the Romantic Road'. The skyline is dominated by its most prominent landmark, the Marienberg Fortress. Another spectacular highlight is the Baroque Residenz Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1982. Various museums, galleries and theatres will delight art lovers. The city is the centre of the Franconian Wine Country, a region whose vineyards are famous throughout the world. Three of Germany's largest and most renowned wineries are located here. A Juliusspital wine, for example, was served at the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. And it is Franconian wine that, in perfect harmony with Baroque splendour, always makes a visit to Würzburg a memorable experience.
Watched over by its landmark, the Marienburg fortress, the university city on the River Main in Germany is surrounded by lush vineyards. In addition to the former Prince Bishop's Residence, there are many sights worth seeing in the Old Town such as the Cathedral, St. Mary´s Chapel, the market place and the old bridge over the River Main. The city offers numerous museums, theatres and attractive festival highlights.
