Regensburg
MEDITERRANEAN FLAIR IN THE SOUTH

The town’s most famous square is Neupfarrplatz in the city centre. This is the site of the Neupfarrkirche, a tiny church with an interesting background. In the 16th century, a Jewish synagogue existed here before the Neupfarr church was built. Market stands around the church regularly sell regional products such as strawberries and asparagus. Many of the squares in the old part of town, like Neupfarrplatz, are connected by a network of small alleys. You might get lost when you first arrive in town. But it’s these little streets and squares that give the town its appealing and distinctive character.

Close to the town centre is Steinerne Brücke. The bridge is the town’s most famous landmark, and something the people of Regensburg are especially proud of. It has been a permanent fixture in Regensburg since the Middle Ages, and links downtown Regensburg with the Stadtamhof district. Both districts were declared UNESCO World Heritage sites in 2006 and are visited by thousands of tourists every year.

Stadtamhof is separated from the old part of town by the river Danube and for many locals is the most beautiful part of town. The mix of shops, restaurants and cafés in the many colourful little houses gives the district an especially attractive character: you sometimes feel like you’re on holiday in the Mediterranean.

On your way over the bridge, watch out for the “Bruckmandl“ (bridge mannikin). The statue has become a city emblem, hence Bruckmandl guesthouses, Bruckmandl schnitzel (served with mustard and horseradish) and Bruckmandl beer.

Not far from Regensburg is another important landmark, the hall of fame. The hall houses busts of some 130 distinguished people from German and European history, most notably writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and reformer Martin Luther. From the Walhalla, you have a magnificent view of the city, the surrounding area and the river Danube. 

The Jahninsel is a popular place for barbecues. The island is in the middle of the Danube between Altstadt and Stadtamhof and attracts both students and locals who like to hang out, relax and enjoy barbecues with friends. The island also becomes music venue for one weekend in the summer. All kinds of bands perform at the Jahninselfest, and you can attend concerts at relatively modest ticket prices – festival atmosphere right in the middle of Regensburg.

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