Vacation Rentals in Middle Franconia

Middle Franconia is a region, which does not only have some worth seeing cities ready for you, in which you can rent a centrally located apartment. You can also book a vacation rental with a garden in the vicinity of Nuremberg and in the vicinity of valleys, forests, lakes, ski areas and numerous hiking and cycling trails. Some landlords in Middle Franconia offer beside a bicycle rental also a breakfast service. Moreover, parking the vehicle in front of the accommodation is not a problem in many cases.

Middle Franconia is a government district in Bavaria, which consists of the five cities Erlangen, Fürth, Ansbach, Nuremberg and Schwabach. Here you will find numerous interesting tourist regions, such as the Altmühltal, the Franconian Lake District, the Franconian Alb, the Frankenhöhe, the Steigerwald and the Hersbrucker Switzerland, which invite you to explore.

In Middle Franconia there are some specialities that you should definitely try. These include above all the Nuremberg Bratwürste. Furthermore you will find the famous Schäufele on many menus. This is a roast shoulder of pork with potato dumplings and gravy. The Aischgründer Karpfen, which is baked out in beer dough, is also a real treat for the palate.

In the northwestern part of the old town of Nuremberg, the Kaiserburg Castle is enthroned on a rock which invites you to take a sightseeing tour. The castle dates from the late 15th century. However, the pentagonal tower, which used to serve as a granary, was built around 1050. Take a look at the Kaiserburg Museum with the Knights' Hall, the double chapel and the castle courtyard. From the castle garden you get one of the best views over the city.

Take your time to visit the Franconian Open-Air Museum in Bad Windsheim, which has many historical buildings, a museum shop and some gastronomic facilities ready for you. Here you will learn everything about the way of life of the people in Middle Franconia in former times.

The Christmas Market in Nuremberg, one of the most famous in the world, is absolutely worth a visit. It is held on the Main Market Square from the weekend of the first Advent until 23 December. At Whitsun there is always a 12-day festival in Erlangen, the so-called Bergkirchweih, which offers you a comprehensive entertainment programme. Also worth mentioning is the Michaelis-Kirchweih in Fürth, which is the largest street church festival in Bavaria and is celebrated with a harvest festival.

How much does it cost to book a vacation rental in Middle Franconia?

Middle Franconia is one of the cheapest destinations in Germany. The costs for a vacation rental here amount to around $135 per night.

During which months can you find the best price for vacation rentals in Middle Franconia?

Those who want to save as much as possible visit Middle Franconia in September, October, or August, the cheapest months of the year, with average prices of $130, $131, and $132 per night, respectively, based on the previous year.

When does the price of vacation rentals in Middle Franconia go up the most?

Following the data observed last year, costs per night for accommodation here are usually higher, on average, during the months of February ($144), January ($139), and March ($138).

Is it necessary to plan a trip to Middle Franconia well in advance?

If you decide to put Middle Franconia on your bucket list, we recommend organizing your travels ahead of time because it tends to be very high in demand, with an annual average of 60% of rentals booked the previous year.

What are the best months for a spontaneous getaway?

Last year, the months with the largest number of properties available of the year in Middle Franconia were April, May and February, with average availabilities of 57%, 54%, and 50%, respectively.

When will it be harder to find an available vacation rental in Middle Franconia?

The month with the highest average booked rental figures is August (only 11% of properties were available on average last year). Followed by September (22%), and then July (27%).

How many vacation rentals does Holidu have in Middle Franconia?

Our inventory features approximately 1,400 vacation rentals from 23 partners, giving you plenty of choices when searching for your next dream vacation rental!