Regensburg, Germany

Regensburg Germany

Regensburg, located in Bavaria, Germany, is one of the country’s oldest towns, founded by the Romans in 179 A.D. Today it is a prosperous city of about 137,000 inhabitants, home to three universities and many landmarks, most dating back to the Middle Ages, such as St. Peter’s Cathedral, the Old City Hall and Imperial Diet, and the Stone Bridge. Since July 2006, Regensburg’s old town has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city center is compact and largely pedestrianized, making it best explored on foot. The main attraction of Regensburg is its exceptionally well-preserved medieval city center, with the cathedral and the Stone Bridge as the highlights. As one of the few German cities largely undamaged during the Second World War, Regensburg boasts the largest preserved medieval city center in the country. It is sometimes called “the northernmost city of Italy” because of its lively squares and streets with charming outdoor cafés in summer, as well as the many Italian-style medieval merchant houses and towers. The historic center lies along the Danube River, and crossing the medieval Stone Bridge into town offers a perfect introduction to the city.
Recommended airport
Nurnberg (NUE)
Nearby destinations
  • Roding a 37.23 km
  • Kelheim a 18.63 km
  • Nabburg a 49.18 km