Regensburg

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Regensburg is one of Germany's oldest towns, founded by the Romans in 179 AD. It's in the German federal state of Bavaria, at the northernmost point of the river Danube. As capital of the neighborhood of Upper Palatinate and also its biggest settlement, Regensburg today is a thriving city of about 137,000 inhabitants. It has two universities and many monuments and little chapels, most dating back to the Middle Ages (e.g. the Gothic Church of St. Peter and the Old City Hall and Imperial Diet, and the Stone Bridge). According to legend there are so many chapels here, that there would always be at least one church bell ringing. Since 2006 the historic downtown of Regensburg and Stadtamhof has been a UNESCO site. Because of its narrow alleys Regensburg is often called the northernmost city of Italy.

Historical Facts about Regensburg

The earliest settlements in the area date back as far as 5000 BC and the first Celtic settlement, called Ratisbona, was in the city's present-day vicinity since the first millenium BC.

The official history starts in 179 AD, when the Romans built the fortress Castra Regina at the northernmost bend of the river Danube. For the following 200 years the fortress served as the Romans main military base in the province of Raetia. After the Romans left the area during the Barbarian Invasions and the town became a civil settlement.

From about 500 Regensburg was the seat of the Bavarian dukes and was therefore referred to as the first Bavarian "capital". In 739 and the bishopric of Regensburg was founded by St. Boniface, making it one of the oldest on German soil.

Regensburg grew to strength and prosperity during the Middle Ages. In the 9th century Regensburg was one of the most important cities in the Kingdom of the East Franks. Through the long-distance trade to Paris, Kiev and Venice Regensburg experienced an economic boom in the 12th and 13th century and was one of the most populous and prosperous cities. A sign of the prosperity of the time is the construction of the Stone Bridge (c. 1135-1146). In 1245, Emperor Frederick II raised Regensburg to the Free Imperial City, and remained so until 1803.

The constructions of the cathedral started in 1273, and the building continued for nearly 600 years until 1872 when the structure was complete. Both the Stone Bridge and the Regenburg Gothic Church have survived unchanged and are the city's main sights today.

When the Empire dissolved during the Napoleonic Wars. Napoleon forced Regensburg to agree to become a part of the Kingdom of Bavaria in 1810, which ended to the city's political importance. This decline in importance in the 19th century, meant that industrialisation and modernisation of that time had a limited effect on the city, and many building prior to this period were preserved.

Regensburg economically regained some strength because of its role as a river port for crude oil imports from Eastern Europe. Although Regensburg was target to 20 allied bombings during World War II, because it was home to one of Messerschmitt's main aircraft factories as well as an oil refinery and the historic downtown took only little damage. There were two sub-camps of the Flossenbürg concentration camp located in the vicinity of the town for a brief period of time in early 1945. In 1960 the university was founded and several large companies like Siemens, BMW, Infineon, and Toshiba built factories in the city. In 2006 Regensburg's historic downtown was appointed a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Regensburg was also home to the German Pope -Joseph Ratzinger. He spent a long time in Regensburg and from 1969 on he taught theology at Regensburg University.

Travel to Regensburg

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Regensburg

There are two airports that are convenient for a trip to Regensburg:

  • Munich_Airport|Munich International Airport (IATA Flight Code: MUC), one of the busiest airports in Europe and is located 100 km (60 mi) to the south of the city with many international connections. The quickest way to reach the city from the airport by public transportation is taking bus 635 to the city of Freising and change to a train to Regensburg there. Plan around 90 min for the trip. By vehicle via autobahns A 92, A 9, and A 93 it's 120 km (75 mi) and about the same time as by train. Additionally and there is a much more expensive shuttle bus between this airport and Regensburg.
  • Nuremberg International Airport (IATA Flight Code: NUE) is situated 100 km (60 mi) to the north-west of Regensburg and has mostly domestic and a few European connections. If you are travelling by public transportation, take subway U2 to Nuremberg Central Station (Hauptbahnhof) and change to a train to Regensburg there. The trip will take approx. 90 min. If you are going by car, drive along autobahn A 3 all the way down to Regensburg, which will take you around 60 min.

Muslim Friendly Rail Holidays in Regensburg

Hauptbahnhof_in_Regensburg_-_panoramio - Regensburg Hauptbahnhof

  • Regensburg Hauptbahnhof - Regensburg main station | Generally has a traveler friendly infrastructure, including several restaurants, a tourist office and a Deutsche Bahn ticket office and travel agency. It is served by numerous regional trains, many national high-speed ICE and IC long-distance trains and also offers two direct international connections

By car

Regensburg is easily accessible via the German autobahn network, with two autobahns intersecting in the city:

  • A 3: Cologne - Frankfurt - Würzburg - Nürnberg - Regensburg - Passau - Linz|Linz (Austria) - Vienna (Austria)
  • A 93: (Munich via A 9 -) Hallertau - Regensburg - (Prague via A 6) - Hof (- Berlin via A 72 & A 9)

There are also major national highways passing the city:

  • B 8: Nürnberg - Regensburg - Straubing - Passau
  • B 15: Weiden - Schwandorf - Regensburg - Landshut
  • B 16: Ingolstadt - Regensburg - Cham

Travel on a Bus in Regensburg

Travelers that go to Regensburg by bus usually arrive at the big bus station in Stadtamhof, on the other side of the Danube. The city has many regional services and also a few national and international connections, most notably an express bus to Prague (Czech Republic), which is much faster than the respective train connection.

Travel by ship/cruise to Regensburg

Regensburg is located on the banks of the river Danube, that runs via Vienna (Austria), Belgrade|Belgrade (Serbia) and Budapest|Budapest (Hungary) to the Dobruja|Black Sea. Regensburg is the starting and end point of regular river cruises down the whole length of the Danube.

How to get around in Regensburg

As the downtown is reasonably compact, it's best explored by foot. The historic downtown is a pedestrian zone, so if you arrive by vehicle you will have to park in one of the several parking garages around the center. All major points of interest are within a 1 km (1,100 yd) radius.

To reach Walhalla, you also can take a ship, which is leaving from the pier close to the Stone Bridge (Steinerne Brücke) twice daily. See below for information.

Travel on a Bus in Regensburg

For longer distances, Regensburg features a comprehensive public bus network, operated by RVV and RVB. Buses are frequent (10 min intervals during peak hours) and run until around midnight every day. The centre of the bus network is Albertstraße bus station just opposite the train station. There's also a Altstadtbus taking you through the inner city. The price for a usage of 90 min is €2.40 in Zone 1 (central). You can get an all day pass for all zones for €5.00.

What to see in Regensburg

As one of the few cities in Germany that remained mostly undamaged during World War II, Regensburg boasts the largest preserved medieval downtown in Germany. It contains the highlights of the city: the Regensburg Gothic Church and the Stone Bridge. The city is sometimes called "the northernmost city of Italy" due to the lively places and streets with lovely outdoor cafes during summer, as well as the large number of Italian-style medieval merchant houses and towers. The historic centre lies next to the river Danube (Donau), and crossing the medieval stone bridge into the town provides a perfect entrance to the city and a great view over the whole historic downtown.

Churches

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  • Regensburg Gothic Church - Regensburger Dom - The Gothic Church of St. Peter is the seat of the Catholic diocese of Regensburg and the prime example of Gothic architecture in Bavaria. Construction commenced in 1273 and the church was finished in 1872, after more than 600 years of work. The cathedral is open for visitors outside mass. Tours are available for individuals as well as groups.
  • Regensburg Domspatzen - A highlight of a visit to the cathedral is a concert or rehearsal of the world famous boys' choir Domspatzen who perform during the Sunday mass - except in the summer season.
  • Scots Monastery - Jakobskirche - Founded around the year 1070 by Hiberno-Scottish missionaries and the church was in the hands of Irish and Scottish monks most of its history. The most famous architectural element of the structure is the dark north portal with its enigmatic composition of ornamental and figural sculptures. Contrary to the dark outside and the interior is very bright and friendly.

Buildings

  • Palace St. Emmeram - Schloss St. Emmeram - GPS : 49.01472, 12.09285 - +49 941 50480 | Opening Hours: Tours: Daily 10:30, 12:30, 14:30, 16:30

St. Emmeram is a palace of the Princely House of Thurn and Taxis, a former key player in postal services in Europe. The palace can only be visited as part of a tour, as the owners still live here. The treasure chamber and royal stables can be visited daily 11:00-17:00 without booking a tour.

  • Porta Praetoria - The Porta Praetoria is claimed as Germany's most ancient stone building (although the Drususstein tower in Mainz can be certainly dated to 9 BC). It is dating back to 179 AD and was the northern gateway of the Roman settlement and military camp Castra Regina.
  • Stone Bridge - Steinerne Brücke - The Stone Bridge is Regensburg's most important landmark, besides Regensburg Gothic Church, and a masterpiece of medieval architecture. It was built 1135-1146 and today is a pedestrian bridge that connects the downtown with Stadtamhof.

Museums and Monuments

  • Old Town Hall and Museum of the Imperial Perpetual Diet - Reichstagsmuseum - Regensburg was the seat of the Perpetual Diet of the Holy Roman Empire 1663-1806. The museum, which is located in the Old Town Hall, focuses around the Holy Roman Empire and its influence on German and European history.
  • Walhalla memorial - Walhalla - The Walhalla is a hall of fame that honours laudable and distinguished people, and famous personalities in German history – politicians, sovereigns, scientists and artists. The neo-classical structure was built 1830-1842 and is considered to be the most important building commissioned by King Ludwig I. It is located outside the city of Regensburg on a hill next to the Danube. The most scenic way to get there is by ferry, which docks close to the Stone Bridge. Another option you can take the local bus route 5 to the "Walhallastraße" stop in Donaustauf. Both routes require you to climb about 358 steps on the most direct route up the hill.

Best things to do in Regensburg

  • Visit the theatre
  • The Bürgerfest is taking place in Stadtamhof every 2 years
  • Every year in December the Christmas Market is at the Neupfarrplatz.
  • Domspatzen boys' choir - Visit a mass in the Gothic Church on Sunday mornings when the world-famous boys' choir Domspatzen is singing.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Regensburg

There are several shopping malls in Regensburg:

  • Regensburg Arcaden directly connected to the main station. Handy if you have some time to spend at the station, and has many food shops including Halal Turkish restaurants.
  • Donaueinkaufszentrum (DEZ). Very big shopping mall, you can find almost everything in it
  • The Alex Center
  • The KÖWE Center

Halal Restaurants in Regensburg

Regensburg has a superb variety of Muslim restaurants to eat, from Snacks to launch and dinner.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

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Stay Safe

Regensburg is, like many Bavarian cities, a very safe place.

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Travel Next

  • Cham is based in Upper Palatinate, 60 min away by train form Regensburg to the north-east, close to the Czech border.
  • Landshut and the capital of Lower Bavaria, is a short 40 min away by train to the south. The city's main attractions are the quadrennial Landshut Wedding, which takes place in the well preserved medieval downtown, and St. Martin's Church and the highest church in Bavaria.
  • Munich is the capital of Bavaria and its only city of over a 1,000,000. It is best known for the annual Oktoberfest, but is foremost a city of culture and arts. It's located to the south Regensburg and a 90 min train ride away.
  • Passau is a quaint university town at the confluence of the rivers Danube, Iller and Ilz. Passau is located close to the Austrian border and it takes approx. 60 min by train to get there.
  • Weltenburg|Weltenburg Abbey (Kloser Weltenburg) and the Danube Gorge are two famous sites, located upstream of the Danube to the west.

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