For art lovers and history enthusiasts, the region in northern Bavaria is a little gem thanks to its abundance of outstanding sights. The cities shaped by centuries of building and craftsmanship, such as Nuremberg, Bamberg, Bayreuth, Coburg, Würzburg, and Rothenburg, alone justify a visit. They are nestled in a diverse landscape with high recreational value - foremost the Steigerwald, the Franconian Switzerland, the Frankenhöhe, the Rhön, and the Fichtel Mountains. Local orientation is provided by city maps and floor plans, such as those of Nuremberg Castle or the rock garden "Sanspareil" of Margravine Wilhelmine of Bayreuth. The book also includes practical information about the numerous museums in the region. In addition to art and nature, enjoyment is not neglected in Franconia: a special chapter is dedicated to Franconian cuisine and Franconian wine.