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Located on the Main River, Wuerzburg features 17C-18C architecture, and even older gems, despite WWII devastation.

Würzburg is a city in Northern Bavaria, Germany. Located on the Main River. Some of the city's "100 churches" survived intact. In style they range from Romanesque (Würzburg Cathedral), Gothic (Marienkapelle), Renaissance (Neubaukirche), Baroque (Stift Haug Kirche) to modern (St Andreas). Museums of note are the Mainfranken Museum, which houses artifacts from prehistoric to modern times, as well as the Cathedral Museum, and the "Kulturspeicher", dedicated to modern classics and contemporary art, which opened in 2002.

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Wuerzburg, Germany

Blick über Würzburg by Ralf

Located on the Main River, Wuerzburg features 17C-18C architecture, and even older gems, despite WWII devastation.
Historic Center, Wuerzburg

IMG_6023 by Groundhopping Merseburg

This historic center has been proudly restored to its original charm and historical atmosphere, making for cheerful goings-on.
Mainfrankisches Museum, Wuerzburg

Würzburg - Festung Marienberg am 19.2.2011 by pilot_micha

This 18C arsenal now houses a museum that contains arts and crafts, Riemenschneider sculptures, winepresses, and much more.
Alte Mainbrucke, Wuerzburg

Wurzburg Alte Mainbrucke by Chienchia Chien

Make sure to take the time to walk this 15C bridge to admire its Baroque statues and views of the town.
Hofkirche, Wuerzburg

Hofkirche by nuffcumptin

This bold church features elements of rococo, as well as pink-veined marble columns, charming angels, and colorful frescoes.
Marienberg Fortress, Wuerzburg

Taking the path to the Marienberg Fortress, Wurzberg, Germany by Frank Kovalchek

This looming fortress was occupied between 1253 and 1719 and today holds much of its original furnishings and artifacts.
Martin von Wagner Museum, Wuerzburg

Fürstbischöfliche Residenz Würzburg by Heribert Pohl > 3 million Views, Thanks

This museum has an exceptional gallery of 14C-20C works by European masters, as well as an admirable antiquities collection.
Veitshochheim Castle, Wuerzburg

Sommersitz by Mundus Gregorius

This 17C castle is a delight to tour, with its rococo furnishings and special park that features comical statues.
Wuerzburg Residence

Fürstbischhöfliche Residenz Würzburg by Heribert Pohl > 3 million Views, Thanks

This 18C Baroque palace is an exquisite destination; explore its lavish interior, church, park-like grounds, and renowned gardens.

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