Medieval Water Conduit

Wastewater and fresh water were often in close proximity in medieval cities. We know now of course that this was not going to end well. But what about Nuremberg's water supply and hygiene in the Middle Ages? The city's water conduit tells us more about the subject.

At that time there were countless wells in Nuremberg. Whether draw wells or scoopholes, water was brought to the surface. Since there was no sewage system, human and animal excrement and all wastewater was simply tipped into the street. In addition to building wells, the medieval master builders drove long water tunnels, a rock-cut water line, into the castle hill and channelled the extracted water via an advanced system of conduits to the town hall.

During our tour you will discover not only the relics of the past that are still visible above ground, but also the underground rock cut water line. Narrow passages led the water to where it was needed. With an original section of water pipe as an example, you will see what water pipes looked like at the time and how they were made.