On the left bank of the Rhine lies the former imperial city of Speyer, a picturesque place that lures many tourists – especially history buffs. Founded by the Romans, it is one of Germany’s oldest cities. From afar it is already recognizable by the impressive silhouette of its four-towered two-domed Romanesque cathedral, the Speyerer Dom, the burial site of Salian, Staufer and Habsburg kings and emperors. It is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Not to miss as well is the Jewish Courtyard, at the centre of the Jewish quarter, one of the oldest Jewish baths of this type in Germany, and is richly decorated with Romanesque ornamentation. During the Middle Ages, Speyer was home to one of the greatest Jewish communities in Northern Europe.
Located in a wine-growing region, Speyer also is the birthplace of Pinot Gris (Grauburgunder in German). Speyer is always worth a visit, so, don’t miss the chance to discover all its highlights in a walking tour where you will learn more about this charming city.