Regensburg, Germany

Regensburg

A medieval old town with a stone bridge across the Danube.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Regensburg

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk across the Stone Bridge, Germany's oldest, for the view of the old town.
  2. AfternoonVisit the cathedral and wander the medieval lanes and patrician towers.
  3. EveningHave dinner in a beer garden on the river.

Day 2

Take a boat to the Walhalla memorial or Weltenburg Abbey.

What to eat

Grilled sausages at the Historic Sausage Kitchen by the bridge.

Local tips

Make the most of Regensburg

Beat the crowds

The old town is busiest on summer weekends and when river cruises stop.

Best photo spot

The Stone Bridge and the cathedral over the Danube, especially at sunset.

Getting there

Trains from Munich and Nuremberg take about 1-1.5 hours. The old town is walkable.

Don't miss nearby

Walhalla, a Greek-style temple above the Danube, about 20 minutes away.

Good to know

Regensburg's medieval centre is a UNESCO site. The old sausage kitchen by the bridge is one of the oldest in the world.

Plan your visit

Getting to Regensburg

Getting there

  • Munich Airport (MUC)75 km away
  • Nuremberg Airport (NUE)90 km away
  • Nuremberg90 km away
  • Munich105 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryGermany

Questions

Regensburg: good to know

Is Regensburg worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. A medieval old town with a stone bridge across the Danube.

How many days do you need in Regensburg?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Regensburg?

You can visit all year. The old town is busiest on summer weekends and when river cruises stop.

How do you get to Regensburg?

The nearest airport is Munich Airport (MUC), about 75 km away. Trains from Munich and Nuremberg take about 1-1.5 hours. The old town is walkable.

What is there to see near Regensburg?

Nearby hidden places include Nuremberg (89 km), Munich (105 km) and Bamberg (131 km).

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