Old Court

The Alte Hofhaltung is an absolute must-see for anyone interested in medieval and Renaissance architecture. A former episcopal palace offers a breathtaking inner courtyard surrounded by picturesque half-timbered houses and a magnificent Renaissance gate. The courtyard also serves as the setting for open-air concerts and other events.

Old Court was built in 1007 on the site of a fort used by Henry II as a residence. By 16th century it was replaced by current Renaissance building under Bishop of Wurtzburg. Courtyard is open to the public from 9am to sunset. Nice example of half-timbered houses architecture. There are free restrooms in the courtyard.

Nice tour, great events and lovely place to enjoy a quiet pause after opening time !

Lovely medieval architecture. It is a few steps away from Bamberg Cathedral and next to New Residence. The historical museum is housed here and visitors can see it by buying a ticket at the entrance.

Another classical medieval era building. Worth a visit if you love old historic buildings and architecture. Built in 16th century, still carries the fragments of history with a cobblestone courtyard and a large half-timbered building decorated with big baskets of blooming flowered. Standing there will definitely make you feel going back in time. A part of the movie Three Musketeers was filmed here in this courtyard. Located next to Bamberg cathedral and New residence so, you cannot miss this place.

Beautiful medieval yard with eye-catching exterior of half-timbered houses. It is free to visit and wander around but I did not particularly enjoy my time here - there was a huge podium built in the middle of the courtyard blocking the views, also many cars were parked here, huge trash cans and temporary construction housing were visible - making it less attractive than I could have been. I understand that might have been there only due to festivities. Nevertheless I did enjoy the stunning front façade of a building that is currently housing the historical museum (can be entered for a fee) and the views of the cathedrals towers. There are some interesting engravings on the front gate to the court yard that are not to be missed. Public toilets are available at the premises. Visited in July 2022.

This is the historic Old Court at Domplatz in the historic city centre of Bamberg. The Old Court was originally a palace made by the order of Emperor Henry II for the Bishop of Bamberg at the beginning of the 11th-century. The row of half-timbered buildings in the rear date back to 1475 while the Renaissance style Ratsstubenbau building and main entrance gate date back to around 1568. This is where you find the City of Bamberg History Museum occupying much of the Alte Hofhaltung. Opening hours 10am to 5pm daily (closed on Mondays). If you don't have time to visit the museum, you can also pass through the entry gate, taking a look at the old half-timber buildings and other structures within inner courtyard before moving on to other intended sightseeing like Neue Residenz or Bamberg Cathedral.

the old court was the first seat of the Bishop. a series of half timbered houses from 15th century with a large medieval square for old courting rules. today host a museum and a guided tour historical events.