Neighbourhood · UNESCO
Bamberg Old Town
Bamberg, Germany
A World Heritage old town of bridges, canals and medieval houses on seven hills.
Church, mosque or temple · Germany · Bavaria
Bamberg Cathedral
A four-towered medieval cathedral with the famous Bamberg Horseman statue.
UNESCO World Heritage Free to enter about 45 min
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Why Bamberg Cathedral matters
Bamberg Cathedral dominates the hill above the old town with its four towers. Inside you will find the Bamberg Horseman, a mysterious medieval statue of a rider whose identity is still debated, as well as the tomb of an emperor. The cathedral is the centrepiece of the World Heritage listing.
Talking points
- The Bamberg Horseman is a famous medieval statue
- It has four towers
- It is part of the World Heritage site
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Also nearby
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