In addition to folklore sections and permanent exhibitions, you can see paintings by the famous North German painter Otto Modersohn (1865-1943) and his painter friends. Spitz Tower The “Spitz Tower” (height 36.5 m) was built in the 13th century as a watch and guard tower. It also served as a prison for “drunkards” and “quarrelsome women”. Today, spectacular guided tours take place inside. Kittsteintor The view of the collegiate church and castle from the Kittsteintor is one of the most famous views of the city. All the flood marks since 1595 are engraved on the north side.
Highlights along the Romantic Road
Wine museum
The Julius-Echter ceiling in the wine museum in Burg Brattenstein Castle has been restored to its original 16th century colours…
UNESCO Geopark Ries
15 million years ago, there was a huge “bang” in the Nördlinger Ries: a rock from outer space hit with…
Nördlingen Hospital with church
Hospital with church and inside courtyard (early 13th century): large complex of buildings with town museum.
Craftsmen’s rooms
Craftsmen’s rooms in the west wing of the cloister with six complete workshops (confectioner, dyer, potter, pewterer, shoemaker and weaver).
Staatsgalerie im Hohen Schloss
Collection of late Gothic panel paintings and sculptures from the Swabian-Bavarian and Allgäu region in the Knights’ Hall; special exhibition…
Museum ‘Schlösschen’ in the Court Garden
‘Schlösschen im Hofgarten’ – Museum of fine art Not far from the historic old town, in a magnificent park, stands…