Regensburg Things to Do

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A very informative and curious museum located in the actual premises of the old Regensburg snuff tabacco factory.
And yes, they let you try all those different kinds of tobacco. Not sure though that there's anything left to try after we, a group of 20 non-smokers all of whom suddenly felt like they absolutely MUST snuff tobacco at least once in a lifetime, visited there in May...

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I think that translates as stone bridge? anyway one of the earliest crossings of the Danube, mostly for pedestrians now but watch out for taxis and buses that are allowed to cross.
Excellent views of the city while walking over, and take a look how fast the river is flowing between the arches under your feet.........

This Gothic cathedral begun in the 14th century dominates the skyline of Regensburg like a medieval skyscraper. The interior is less impressive than its exterior, but well worth checking out (don’t miss the crypt underneath). You can take a tour in German if you'd like (see Regensburg Tourist website for times). The Domplatz in from of the cathedral still allows auto traffic, so watch out for lunatic taxi drivers as your crossing over to get a coffee, a bite to eat, or an ice cream at one the slightly overpriced restaurants or cafes across the street. While your on the other side, check out the statue of the eagle menacingly staring at the church - the story is that in medieval times, the plot of ground on which the Cathedral and bishop's residence stands, was its own state independent of Regensburg. The people of Regensburg were not huge fans of the Vatican, and one sculptor erected this statue right on the border between church land and city land to let them know that.
(Picture taken from goldener Turm)

King Ludwig II's replica of Athen's Parthenon. This picture of Wallhalla partialy swallowed up by the wooded hill was taken from the nearby ruins of Donaustauf. Inside there are busts of famous Germans such as Albert Einstein and Sophie Scholl. Even if you don't want to pay the couple Euro entrance fee, it is a great place to pinic or just walk around in the nature around it.

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This is a serious suggestion!

It is that kind of place. Relaxed, historic, cool (and I don't mean the March winds off the river).

The old narrow streets (many pedestrianised) lend themselves to it. So do the coffee shops.

Pop into the visitor centre at the Altes Rathaus for some information. Have a sausage sandwich by the river. Go out onto the old bridge for views of the river, and back towards the old town.

This impressive church takes centre stage in the old town.

It was built between 1250 and 1525. I don't think that means they worked slowly. I suspect it means bits were added at various stages of its history. The towers are 19th century.

Since I'm 100% non religious (even anti religious on a bad day) churches don't hold a huge attraction for me. However, this is part of the history of the city, and leaving that aside, is more appealing than some I've seen.

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This was built in 1830-41in a neo-classical style, modelled on the Parthenon in Athens.

It occupies a site high above the north bank of the Donau, and you get wonderful views up and down river.

We arrived too late to get inside, but I'm told it contains 121 marble busts of artists and scientists.

I'm told it is a favourite spot for Regensburg people to go for a picnic. I can understand why.

We took a guided tour around this place. Well worth it. Of course I didn’t pay.

No seriously, the guide was good and I learned a lot of stuff about the Holy Roman Empire.

That makes it a really medieval place. It has dungeons and a torture chamber to prove it.

Check out the website for more informed comment.

I really enjoyed it. I got a big sense of important history in there. Give it a go.