What Food To Try in Nürnberg and Food Prices

Lebkuchen - Gingerbread Cookies (spicy, sweet) - Soft, spiced cookies made with honey, nuts, and a variety of spices, often decorated with icing. Locals enjoy these around Christmas, pairing them with warm drinks at festive markets.

Bratwurst - Nürnberger Bratwurst (grilled sausage) - Juicy, small sausages made from finely minced pork and spices, usually served in a bun with mustard. These are a popular street food, often enjoyed late-night after drinks with friends.

Schäufele - Pork Shoulder (slow-roasted) - Tender, slow-cooked pork shoulder with crispy skin, served with dumplings and sauerkraut. It’s a traditional Sunday dish in many Bavarian households, often enjoyed in cozy restaurants with family.

Fränkischer Sauerbraten - Franconian Pot Roast (marinated beef) - Beef marinated in a mixture of vinegar, water, and spices, then pot-roasted until tender; served with red cabbage and dumplings. Many locals savor it on special occasions, often reminiscing about how their grandmas made it.

Wurst mit Sauerkraut - Sausage with Sauerkraut (savory filling) - A robust sausage served atop a mountain of sauerkraut, embodying a flavorful mix of spices and textures. Street vendors typically serve it during festivals, where the aroma draws crowds in.

Weißwurst - White Sausage (pork and veal blend) - A light, flavorful sausage made from minced veal and pork back, traditionally enjoyed during breakfast with sweet mustard and pretzels. Locals often eat them around 11 AM, as it’s a customary brunch dish.

Krapfen - Seasonal Jelly-Filled Donut (fried pastry) - A fluffy, yeast-based pastry filled with fruit jelly and dusted with sugar, traditionally enjoyed before Lent. It’s common to see these pastries pop up in bakeries around Fasching, where people indulge before fasting.

By the way, if you're ordering sausages, remember that locals often skip the ketchup – it’s all about the mustard!

Glühwein - Glühwein (spiced mulled wine) - This comforting, warm red wine is infused with spices like cinnamon and cloves, often sweetened with sugar and enjoyed throughout winter. Locals sip it at Christmas markets, and the aroma of the spices wafting through the chilly air is a delight.

Schwarzbier - Schwarzbier (dark beer) - A rich, dark lager with malty flavors and slight hints of caramel, brewed locally with care. Typically enjoyed in cozy beer gardens during colder months, it's a favorite among those seeking something a bit more robust.

Lebkuchen - Lebkuchen (gingerbread cookie) - A sweet, spiced cookie made with honey, nuts, and spices, often decorated and sometimes even filled with fruit preserves. These are especially popular during the Christmas season, and are often gifted to friends and family—a true taste of Nuremberg's festive spirit.

Schnitte - Kirschenmichel (cherry bread pudding) - A warm, comforting dessert featuring slices of stale bread layered with cherries, and baked with a creamy custard. Perfectly suited for winter evenings, it's served with a dusting of powdered sugar and is often enjoyed as a comforting end to a meal.

Eiskugel - Eiskugel (ice cream ball) - A delightful, fluffy ball of ice cream that’s mostly popular in the summer, with local flavors ranging from rich chocolate to fruity variations. Grab one from a roadside stand while strolling the cobblestone streets—it's a sweet moment in Nuremberg's vibrant summer scene.

By the way, don’t be surprised if locals have Lebkuchen in their pockets throughout the winter! It’s a beloved treat that seems to make the cold days a little sweeter.