The story
The Goldenes Posthorn in Nürnberg dates back to 1498, preserving a legacy of Franconian cooking across centuries. Records confirm the tavern served as a gathering point for cultural icons like Albrecht Dürer, Hans Sachs, and Richard Wagner, who composed sections of Die Meistersinger within these walls. A bombing raid in the Second World War destroyed the building, yet the reconstruction around 1960 saved significant artifacts, including Dürer's drinking glass and Sachs' original playing cards from 1560. Guests seated on the terrace view St. Sebald's church, dining under the same skyline that inspired generations of artists.
The kitchen presents a well-known Franconian menu centered on robust regional classics. Guests find the ofenfrische Schweineschäufele, a crispy roasted pork shoulder sliced from the joint and served with potato dumplings. The Bratwurstturm features six Nuremberg sausages prepared in multiple styles, combining grilled and smoked varieties with those braised in onion broth. Seasonal produce drives the autumn offerings, where fresh chanterelles appear as fried portions with scrambled eggs or in a cream sauce with bread dumplings. The Sauerbraten distinguishes itself through a gingerbread-infused sauce that follows a traditional preparation method, offering a savory contrast to the rich meats. Sunday brings the Bratentag feast, highlighting roasted duck.
Beverage selections match the cuisine with Tucher beers poured from the tap and wines drawn from premier Franconian estates, ensuring local flavor in every glass. Starters often begin with the Postillonsvorspeise, a platter displaying Franconian beer sausage and Obatzter cheese, accompanied by apple greaves lard and pickled vegetables. Desserts finish the meal with Kaiserschmarrn, a shredded pancake dish topped with sultanas and apple sauce, served in a cast iron pan. Oven-heated apple strudel arrives with vanilla ice cream, and homemade strawberry parfait rests on a vanilla custard base. The venue accommodates groups across seven individual rooms, ranging in capacity from twelve to one hundred seventy-five people.
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In Germany's oldest wine tavern, Albrecht Dürer was a regular around 1500; today, you can enjoy hearty dishes à la Schäufele and grilled sausage.
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