Moving to Nürnberg: costs, moving companies and tips

Depending on the size of the apartment, moving within Nuremberg costs between €450 (1-room apartment) and €2.500 (house or large 4-room apartment). A long-distance move from Nuremberg to another major German city costs around €765 to €3.375 This information is a guideline - the actual price depends on the moving volume, floor, distance and additional services booked.

Housing market and districts in Nuremberg

Nuremberg offers a diverse mix of historic old buildings and modern residential areas. In districts like Gostenhof, St. Johannis, or Südstadt you can find many classic old buildings from the Wilhelminian era. These often feature high ceilings, stucco and a special charm, but can also mean narrow stairwells and the lack of an elevator, making moving to higher floors more challenging.

Districts like Langwasser, which mainly consist of large post-war housing estates, or new development areas like Lichtenreuth Park, which offer more modern living concepts with elevators and underground parking garages, present themselves completely differently. In the north of the city, in areas such as Erlenstegen or Laufamholz, single-family homes and terraced houses often dominate, which can mean more space but also longer distances to the city center. Nuremberg's city center itself is characterized by historic buildings, pedestrian zones and limited parking options, which requires precise logistical planning when moving.

Parking and no-parking zone when moving in Nuremberg

In Nuremberg, the city administration, in particular the road traffic office, is responsible for approving a no-parking zone. The application for such a zone can be submitted online via the City of Nuremberg website or in person at the office. It is important to submit the application early, ideally at least 14 days before the planned moving date, to ensure smooth processing.

The pure administration fee for a no-parking zone in Nuremberg is usually between €20 and €50 If you do not want to organize the signage yourself, but rather have a specialist company set it up and remove it again after the move, this will cost an additional €80 to €150 This means that most people in Nuremberg incur a total cost of around €100 to €200 for a professionally installed no-parking zone. The traffic signs must be put up at least four days before the actual moving date to ensure the validity of the zone. A separate permit may be required for access to private property or courtyards.

How much does moving in Nuremberg cost? Price table according to apartment size

Apartment size	Local (within Nuremberg)	Long distance move (throughout Germany)
1-room apartment (~15 m³)	450–700 €	765–1.190 €
2-room apartment (~25 m³)	€600–1.000	€850–1.400
3-room apartment (~38 m³)	€900–1.500	€1.275–2.125
4-room apartment / house (~52–70 m³)	€1.250–2.500	1.800–3.375 €

These values ​​are indicative guidelines, not fixed prices. The actual price depends on the moving volume in cubic meters, the floor and elevator situation, the distance, any packing service and the time of year.

Special challenges when moving to Nuremberg

Nuremberg uniquely combines medieval history with modern city life. This brings with it special challenges for relocations. The historic old town is surrounded by an impressive city wall and has many narrow streets that are often difficult to access for large moving vans or are only pedestrian zones. Detailed route planning and, if necessary, special permits or the use of smaller vehicles are essential here.

In addition, the parking situation in the more densely populated Wilhelminian style districts, especially in Gostenhof or the Südstadt, can be tense. Applying for a no-parking zone in a timely manner is essential here. The geographical location in the heart of Bavaria and the importance as a business and university location also leads to a constant influx, which keeps the demand for moving services high, especially at peak times.

What influences the price of a move in Nuremberg?

Several factors can significantly influence the cost of your move in Nuremberg:

• Moving volume:The more furniture and boxes you have transported, the larger the moving truck has to be and the more staff is required.
• Floor and elevator:Moving to a higher floor without an elevator requires more work time and physical effort, which increases costs.
• Distance:The distance between the old and new apartment plays a role, especially when moving long distance.
• Additional services:Services such as packing and unpacking, furniture assembly, clearing out or setting up a no-parking zone increase the price.
• Time of move:Weekends, month ends and the summer months are more expensive due to high demand.
• Access options:Difficult access, narrow streets or a lack of parking can cause additional costs.

Best and worst time to move in Nuremberg

The choice of when to move can have a significant impact on the costs.

• Best time:Moves during the week (Tuesday to Thursday) and outside of the peak season (October to June, excluding public holidays) are generally cheaper. Moving in the middle of the month can also be cheaper because demand is lower.
• Worst time:The summer months (July to September), especially the holiday periods, are the most expensive because many people move during this time. Month-ends and weekends also tend to have higher prices due to high demand. The start of the semester at the Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU) in autumn can also lead to increased demand for smaller moves.