Regensburg

Regensburg is a district capital in Bavaria where three rivers – the Danube, Naab, and Regen – converge and more than a thousand protected buildings fill the streets. Narrow lanes wind between gothic towers and stone facades, while the northern district of Stadtamhof sits across an old bridge.

Romans founded a fortress called Castra Regina around the year 90, which later grew into a free imperial city. Between 1663 and 1806 the Perpetual Diet of the Holy Roman Empire met here continuously.

Students gather in beer gardens along the river after lectures, sharing tables with visitors who stop for sausages and conversation. On weekends the Neupfarrplatz fills with market stalls where neighbors buy vegetables and linger to chat with vendors.

Walking works best in the old town since many streets are closed to cars and most landmarks cluster within a short radius. Crossing the Stone Bridge leads directly to restaurants and shops on both riverbanks.

The Wurstkuchl beside the bridge has grilled sausages over beech wood since the 12th century, making it one of the oldest continuously operating kitchens in the world. The tiny cookhouse serves locals and travelers the same simple meal every day.

Location: Upper Palatinate

Elevation above the sea: 346 m

Shares border with: Regensburg

Address: Rathausplatz

Website: https://regensburg.de

GPS coordinates: 49.01667,12.08333

Latest update: December 3, 2025 07:04