The sculpture Centurione I was created by the Polish artist Igor Mitoraj in 1987. It stands near the Old Town Hall of Bamberg at the eastern end of the Untere Brücke (Lower Bridge). [German]
Tag: Bamberg
Old town hall of Bamberg
The first mention of the old town hall (Altes Rathaus) in Bamberg dates back to 1387. The building is famous for its location on an artificial island in the Regnitz River and the façade created by Johann Anwander. [German]
Michelsberg Abbey in Bamberg
You have this view of Michelsberg Abbey (Kloster Michelsberg) in Bamberg from the rose garden of the New Residence (Neue Residenz). The Benedictine monastery changed into an almshouse in 1803. Today, it houses a retirement home. [German]
City of Nativity Scenes
More than thirty nativity scenes are visible in the city of Bamberg. These are spread over the entire town and invite you to an exciting exploration of cribs. The range extends from historical to modern models. [German]
New Residence in Bamberg
The New Residence (Neue Residenz) of the Bamberg Prince-Bishops has over 40 staterooms featuring stucco-work ceilings. The furniture and the tapestries originate from the 17th and 18th centuries. The rose garden of the residence offers a fine view of Michelsberg Abbey.