Surprisingly, many locals from Nuremberg don’t know the golden pig. It is located on the roof of the Bratwurstküche and is a perfect photo motif. A large zoom or a long focal length is recommended. At certain times of the day, you can even incorporate the sun into the picture. Just give it a try :)
St. Elisabeth and its majestic dome is an absolute eye-catcher! Whether close or far away, it sets the scene for countless compositions. A tip: Twice a year, there is the opportunity to shoot the sun directly behind the cross on the dome (from the Dr.-Kurt-Schumacher-Straße). A fantastic photo!
The Weißer Turm is one of the highlights in St. James’s Quarter that is steeped in history. From a photography point of view, it is not easy to shoot from the front, as there is always a lot going on in the Karolinenstraße and Breite Gasse. Instead, try to approach from the opposite side. From there, you will often have more luck capturing the tower in its full splendor.
Where the Hefnersplatz meets the Josephsplatz you’ll find this spectacular building which has drawn the eyes of most who live in Nuremberg. Here, you can create a wonderful composition with the line of the structure, depending on if you stand close or far away. Tip: For straight lines, use either a tilt and shift lens or the editing function “Geometry” in Lightroom.
The statue next to the Ehekarussel (Marriage Carousel) is often covered with pigeons which make an amusing picture in combination with the figure or otherwise can be easily “cropped” from the surrounding background.
The Ehekarussel (Marriage Carousel) is the highlight on this square and a treat to photograph as it offers thousands of different subjects. Try with an extreme wide angle to capture unfamiliar perspectives to let the well-known shine in a new light.
Throughout the neighborhood you’ll find great old buildings, some combined with modern architecture: In both cases worth a photo. Focus here on symmetries, parallel lines and lines running to the corners to make the design of your picture more meaningful.
