Brothels

As a smaller city, Bamberg has a limited selection of brothels and erotic establishments. The existing addresses lean more toward bar and table dance concepts than classic Laufhaus venues. For a wider selection, Nuremberg is recommended, reachable by train in about 45 minutes.

Legal Framework

• Sex work has been fully legal in Germany since 2002.
• The Prostitute Protection Act (ProstSchG) of 2017 regulates registration and operating permits.
• Condom use is mandatory for all sexual services.
• Prices and services are always discussed directly and in advance.

Tips

• Polite, respectful behavior is a baseline expectation.
• Cash is the preferred payment method.
• In table dance bars, ordering a drink is considered good form.