Location: Passau
Top Things to do in Passau
The 6 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks in Passau, Bavaria
Known as Dreiflüssestadt (City of Three Rivers), Passau is the place where the Danube meets the Inn and the Ilz. The picturesque city lies in Germany’s far southeast corner near the Austrian border. Settled since prehistory and a former hub of the salt trade, it became the Roman village of Batavis, then later the Holy Roman Empire’s largest diocese and a sword-making center. Saint Stephan’s Cathedral, home of the world’s second-largest cathedral organ, is one of Passau’s favorite attractions.
Restaurants in Passau
1. Veste Oberhaus
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4.5 based on 435 reviews
Within the almost 800-year-old fortification Veste Oberhaus you can experience living history. With an enclosed area of 65.000m2 it is one of Europes’s largest preserved castle complexes. High above Passau within the historic walls of the fortification the Oberhausmuseum presents exciting exhibitions from the Middle Ages to the present day. The displays of ancient archaeological finds, medieval weapons and armoury as well as stunning gothic panel paintings invite you on a journey through the past. The Veste Oberhaus also houses a Youth Hostel, an observatory and a restaurant. From the castle’s view point “Linde Battery” you can enjoy the unique panorama of Passau’s picturesque old town and the confluence of the city’s three rivers, the Danube, the Inn and the Ilz. Another highlight of this impressive European cultural monument is the chapel of St. George at the heart of the castle with its magnifcent gothic frescoes.
Reviewed By AoonS - Berlin, Germany
One of the finest castles in Europe and the view of the Passau is on a next level. Highly recommended to go to the top of the hill to have the panoramic view of this majestic city.
2. Schaiblingsturm
3. Stadtgalerie
4. Hollgasse Artists Alley
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4.0 based on 138 reviews
Reviewed By dsdmontana - Whitefish, United States
There was colored blocks painted into the coble stone road so you just fallow that. We stoped at a gallry where the owner was woking on a painting. She was very good ( i try to paint and draw so I am a critical craticer. She had paintings that reminded me of Van Gough and also soft ones like Monet. Fun place to go.Also there is a great big glass collection at the Windermarkt hotel.
5. Dackelmuseum
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4.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By yomintyfresh - Passau, Germany
I moved to Passau a few years ago and this is one of my top places to take guests (and I have even hosted guests who explicitly wanted to come here). I haven't been yet this season, but my understanding is that the museum's collection has expanded. It's a private collection of artfully arranged dachshund memorabilia. There are some interactive displays as well. Dachshunds get free admission. Human admission is €5 and includes a postcard. Dachshund fans can easily spend 45 minutes to an hour here. The owners are really passionate about their stuff. Don't miss the annual dachshund parade, which is planned for October 3 of each year.
6. Kath. Kirchenstiftung St. Korona
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
