Albrecht Dürer's House

Albrecht Dürer's House is a beautifully preserved half-timbered building where the famous German painter and printmaker lived and worked from 1509 until his death in 1528. Located on the edge of Nuremberg's historic old town, the museum offers a glimpse into the life and art of the Renaissance era. The house retains its original structure, with period furnishings, a reconstructed workshop, and a printing press demonstrating Dürer's techniques. Visitors can explore four floors, including a kitchen, living quarters, and an attic studio with natural light ideal for drawing. The museum also features rotating exhibitions of Dürer's prints and drawings, alongside multimedia displays that bring his world to life. The house's distinctive steep roof and timbered facade make it one of Nuremberg's most recognizable landmarks.

Don't miss

• The reconstructed workshop with a period printing press and engraving tools
• Original kitchen and living quarters with 16th-century furnishings
• Rotating exhibitions of Dürer's original prints and drawings
• The attic studio with large windows, designed for optimal light
• A multimedia guide that includes insights from a costumed actor portraying Dürer's wife

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