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Thurnau

Bavaria, Germany · Europe

About Thurnau

Thurnau sits on the route: 15 minutes from Neudrossenfeld, 39km from Bamberg Old Town.

Thurnau is a town located in Bavaria, Germany. With a population of 4,502, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Thurnau sits in Germany, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Berlin time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Thurnau to your route.

About Thurnau

Thurnau is a municipality in the district of Kulmbach, Germany. It is known for golfing as well as its potteries. Thurnau is known for transmitter Thurnau, the medium wave transmission site for Deutschlandfunk, a German national information radio station.

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Where is Thurnau located?

Thurnau is located in Bavaria, Germany, Europe. The coordinates are 50.0254 latitude, 11.3935 longitude.

What is the population of Thurnau?

Thurnau has a population of approximately 4,502 people, making it a town in Germany.

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Quick Information

Population
4,502
Continent
Europe
Country
Germany
Region
Bavaria
Timezone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
50.0254, 11.3935

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Germany

Police
110
Ambulance
112
Fire
112
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

ADAC roadside assistance: +49 89 22 22 22. No general speed limit on some autobahn sections but advisory 130 km/h.

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Worth the detour from Thurnau

1 notable place within an hour's drive.

landmark

Bamberg Old Town

A UNESCO World Heritage city built on seven hills, known for its medieval architecture, Rauchbier, and the iconic old town hall on a bridge.

39 km · about 45 min drive

Driving roads near Thurnau

  • 67 kmSchleizer DreieckGermany's oldest road racing circuit, in use since 1923, a triangle of Thuringian public roads still raced on today. The public sections make an atmospheric drive with the racing surface underfoot.

Driving in Germany

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.78/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Thurnau.

Eckersdorf

🇩🇪 Germany

0 km awayPop. 5,071

Kasendorf

🇩🇪 Germany

3 km awayPop. 2,602

Neudrossenfeld

🇩🇪 Germany

8 km awayPop. 3,895

Mainleus

🇩🇪 Germany

8 km awayPop. 6,836

Wonsees

🇩🇪 Germany

9 km awayPop. 1,219

Kulmbach

🇩🇪 Germany

9 km awayPop. 27,565

Trebgast

🇩🇪 Germany

12 km awayPop. 1,704

Hollfeld

🇩🇪 Germany

12 km awayPop. 5,206

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