Top 5 best motorcycle rentals in Nürnberg

Nuremberg rewards two wheels. Picture leaving the cobbled lanes below the Kaiserburg and, twenty minutes later, gliding along the quiet forest roads of the Reichswald with no traffic in sight. That's the appeal of a motorcycle here — you can start your morning at the imperial castle looking down over the old town, and by afternoon be tracing the Pegnitz riverside past the Henkersteg footbridge, with a whole city and its surrounding countryside open to you in between.

The old town itself is compact and largely pedestrianized, so a bike is easy to park at the edge and cover the rest on foot, while the ring road tracing the medieval walls lets you loop the centre in minutes rather than fighting one-way streets in a car. Beyond the walls, Nuremberg spreads out just enough that the major sights — the rally grounds, the zoo, the lakeside park — sit at a distance a scooter handles effortlessly and a bicycle makes into a slog. Add nearby towns like Fürth and Erlangen, both easy day-trip distances on good roads, and it's clear why so many visitors choose to **rent a motorcycle in Nuremberg** rather than rely on trams and trains alone.

Top 10 things to see in Nuremberg by motorcycle

1. Kaiserburg (Nuremberg Imperial Castle) — the hilltop imperial castle overlooking the old town, the classic first stop and photo point.
2. Nuremberg city walls and towers (Stadtmauer) — ride the ring road tracing the medieval fortifications before parking to explore the old town on foot.
3. Hauptmarkt and Frauenkirche — the central market square with the Schöner Brunnen fountain, a short hop from any pickup point.
4. Reichsparteitagsgelände and Documentation Center — vast former rally grounds with wide access roads on the city's south-east edge, a striking and sobering ride.
5. Dutzendteich lake and park — a flat lakeside loop right next to the rally grounds, an easy stop to stretch your legs.
6. Nuremberg Zoo (Tiergarten Nürnberg) — a short ride into the wooded Reichswald on the city's east side.
7. Pegnitz river promenade and Henkersteg — a riverside stretch through the old town past the picturesque Henkersteg footbridge.
8. Nürnberger Reichswald — the large forest ringing the city, with quiet roads perfect for a longer scenic loop.
9. Fürth Altstadt — a neighbouring town a short ride northwest, with a baroque old town and a change of scenery.
10. Erlangen — a university town about 20km north via country roads, a popular half-day round trip.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Nuremberg?

For scooters up to 50cc and 45 km/h, a class AM licence covers you, and a standard car licence (class B) already includes AM, so most visitors with a car licence can rent a small scooter without anything extra. For anything larger, you'll need class A1 (up to 125cc, from age 16), A2 (up to 35 kW, from 18) or full A. Rental companies usually set their own minimum age, typically 18 and up, and often require the licence to have been held for a minimum period on bigger machines. If you're travelling from outside the EU, bring an International Driving Permit alongside your home licence. Expect to leave a deposit, normally held on a credit card in the main driver's name.

How much does it cost to rent a motorcycle in Nuremberg?

Average prices run from EUR 25-30 per day in low season up to EUR 40-55 per day in high season, with premium and larger-displacement models reaching EUR 60-90 per day.

• Prices climb from June through September, the core summer riding season.
• December sees a smaller bump tied to Christkindlesmarkt city-break visitors.
• November through March is cheapest, with cold, wet weather keeping demand low.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Nuremberg?

High season runs May to September, busiest in July and August, so book your **motorcycle rental in Nuremberg** ahead if you're travelling then. Low season stretches from November to March, when many operators run reduced fleets or close for winter altogether. If you want the best of both worlds — mild weather, long daylight and lighter traffic — late May to June or September are the sweet spot.

Local traffic rules in Nuremberg

Germany drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for every rider and passenger on a motorcycle or scooter, and motorcycles must run with dipped headlights on at all times, day or night. Speed limits are 50 km/h in built-up areas and 100 km/h on roads outside them, with scooters capped at 45 km/h by construction. The blood alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l for motor vehicles, dropping to zero if you're under 21 or still in your first two years of licence-holding. At unmarked junctions, traffic coming from the right has priority — a rule that catches many first-time visitors off guard.

Types of motorcycles available

On our website you can rent the following types of motorcycles: cruiser, sport, touring, standard, classic, dual-purpose, dirt bikes, street, naked bikes or roadsters, choppers, custom, streetfighter, sport-touring, dual-sport, on-road, off-road, adventure motorcycles, supermoto, scrambler, motorcycle with sidecar, enduro, motocross mx, trail, motards, tricycles, bikes with automatic or manual gears, luxury motorbikes.

Models of motorcycles available

On our website you can hire motorcycles from the following manufacturers: BMW, Harley Davidson, Aprilia, Buell, Cagiva, Ducati, Gilera, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, KTM, Husqvarna, Jawa, MV Agusta, Moto Guzzi, Triumph, Benelli, Bajaj, Indian, Royal Enfield, TVS, Beta, Bimota.

Which insurance is provided?

Most providers include basic third-party liability insurance in the rental price, with options to upgrade to fuller coverage that reduces or removes your deposit liability in case of damage or theft. Always confirm exactly what is and isn’t covered before you set off.

Extra services available

When you make an online motorbike reservation you can also order the following extra services and equipment: integral helmet, GPS navigation, intercom, unlimited mileage, top case, side cases, boots, jacket, gloves, individual guide or tour, map, full insurance, one-way rental, or delivery to your chosen address.

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Most of our motorcycle rental providers have years of experience and will equip you with a well-maintained bike, helmet and insurance for the ride ahead. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a motorcycle locally, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!