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Nurnberg, Germany!

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When spelling the name of Nurnberg Germany, it is important to know the difference between Nuremberg and Nurnberg. The proper spelling of Nurnberg has two 'e's and is often written as Nuremberg. When you write the city's name as a location description, you can use either ending. Nurnberg, the city's most famous landmark, is a great place to visit if you're interested in its history. St. Sebaldus Church The oldest church in Nurnberg is the St. Sebaldus Church, which was consecrated in 1273. It is famous for its shrine to the hermit saint, St. Sebald. Sebald, who is said to be the son of a Danish king, abandoned his wife on her wedding night and lived as a hermit in the forests of Nurnberg. He was also renowned for turning icicles into fuel, which made him popular among the poor peasants. Today, you can visit his tomb designed by local artist Peter Vischer, who worked on it for 11 years. Located in the historic district of St. Sebald, the St. Sebaldus Church contains