Erlangen
Erlangen

Erlangen Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | August 2026

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What to do

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Deutsches Museum
Deutsches Museum
4.6/5239 Reviews
The Baroque Treasury-Green Vault
The Baroque Treasury-Green Vault
4.7/525 Reviews
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Historic landmark
LEGOLAND Deutschland Resort
LEGOLAND Deutschland Resort
4.6/546 Reviews
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Europa-Park
Europa-Park
4.8/516 Reviews
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Amusement parks
Linderhof Palace
Linderhof Palace
4.6/581 Reviews
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Historic landmark
Hellabrunn Zoo
Hellabrunn Zoo
4.6/519 Reviews
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Zoos & aquariums
Leipzig Zoo (Zoologischer Garten Leipzig)
Leipzig Zoo (Zoologischer Garten Leipzig)
4.8/523 Reviews
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Prague Zoo
Prague Zoo
4.5/531 Reviews
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Wilhelma - Zoological-botanical garden
Wilhelma - Zoological-botanical garden
4.7/540 Reviews
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The State Chateau of Hluboká
The State Chateau of Hluboká
4.2/549 Reviews
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Historic landmark
Waldstein Garden
Waldstein Garden
4.8/514 Reviews
Sea Life Munich
Sea Life Munich
4.2/527 Reviews
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Zoos & aquariums

Where to stay

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What to eat

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Kitzmann Brauschanke
Kitzmann Brauschanke
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Western cuisine
Avg. PLN97/person
Mireo
Mireo
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Western cuisine
Avg. PLN84/person
Galileo Bar & Restaurant Erlangen
Galileo Bar & Restaurant Erlangen
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Western cuisine
Avg. PLN50/person
Gasthaus Zum tapferen Bayern
Gasthaus Zum tapferen Bayern
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Western cuisine
Avg. PLN58/person
Bistro da Bahiana
Bistro da Bahiana
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Latin American cuisine
Avg. PLN59/person
Modo Mio da maurizio
Modo Mio da maurizio
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Western cuisine
Avg. PLN69/person
Restaurant ilias
Restaurant ilias
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Western cuisine
Avg. PLN42/person
Salz und Pfeffer
Salz und Pfeffer
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Western cuisine
Avg. PLN41/person
Restaurant Muskat Erlangen
Restaurant Muskat Erlangen
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Western cuisine
Avg. PLN128/person
Buongiorno Italia Erlangen
Buongiorno Italia Erlangen
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Western cuisine
Avg. PLN24/person
Thai Food 2 Erlangen
Thai Food 2 Erlangen
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Asian cuisine
Avg. PLN33/person
Gambrinus
Gambrinus
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Bars/bistros
Avg. PLN22/person

Erlangen Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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Erlangen, a university town in Bavaria, Germany, is located about 20 kilometers from Nuremberg and has a population of nearly 120,000, making it the eighth largest city in the state. Its history dates back to the Middle Ages, but its rapid development began in the 17th century. After World War II, the German technology giant Siemens relocated a large amount of its research and development and production operations here, gradually transforming Erlangen into a major global research and development center, thus earning it the nickname "Siemens City." Coupled with the influence of Friedrich Alexander University, the city boasts one of the highest proportions of highly educated people in Germany. Near the main university campus is a university chapel that serves as both a place of worship and a venue for university activities. Besides holding services, it has also been used as an examination hall and frequently hosts lectures and concerts. During exam season, many students come here to pray for good luck, leading to a reputation among students for its effectiveness.

Erlangen, a university town in Bavaria, Germany, is located about 20 kilometers from Nuremberg and has a population of nearly 120,000, making it the eighth largest city in the state. Its history dates back to the Middle Ages, but its rapid development began in the 17th century. After World War II, the German technology giant Siemens relocated a large amount of its research and development and production operations here, gradually transforming Erlangen into a major global research and development center, thus earning it the nickname "Siemens City." Coupled with the influence of Friedrich Alexander University, the city boasts one of the highest proportions of highly educated people in Germany. Near the main university campus is a university chapel that serves as both a place of worship and a venue for university activities. Besides holding services, it has also been used as an examination hall and frequently hosts lectures and concerts. During exam season, many students come here to pray for good luck, leading to a reputation among students for its effectiveness.

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