Regensburg
Regensburg is a Danube city where the medieval old town, the 12th-century Stone Bridge and a Gothic cathedral sit within a short walk of each other.
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Regensburg is a city on the Danube in Bavaria, in southeastern Germany. Its old town is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and its medieval streets are the main reason to visit. The Stone Bridge, built between 1135 and 1146, crosses the river at the edge of the old town. St. Peter's Cathedral, a Gothic church, stands among the narrow streets close by.
A day trip works, but one or two nights allow a slower pace. Walk the old town at an easy speed, cross the bridge for views back over the river, and visit the cathedral. Trains from Munich, Nuremberg and Passau reach the city. Late spring to early autumn suits walking and sitting outdoors best. Regensburg suits travelers who want history, quiet streets and a short itinerary.
Regensburg in five
- Cross the Stone Bridge on footThe medieval bridge links the old town to the Danube's north bank and is closed to cars, so it is a good walk at sunrise or after dinner. The view of the cathedral is from the far side.
- Visit the cathedral for the stained glassSt. Peter's Cathedral is a Gothic landmark, and its boys' choir sings on set occasions. Check the cathedral's official page for visiting times before you plan around a service.
- Eat at a beer garden by the riverRegensburg has a strong brewing and sausage tradition, and the riverside gardens fill on summer evenings. A weekday lunch is quieter and cheaper.
- Take the train from Munich in about 1.5 hoursA regional express links Munich and Regensburg, and ICE trains on the Nuremberg line stop here. Check the timetable for the fastest option.Nuremberg travel guide
- Use Regensburg as the Danube linkFrom here you can continue east to Passau or north to Nuremberg, so it fits on a Bavarian rail loop.Passau travel guide
Things to do in Regensburg
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Need to know
- Airport
- Munich (MUC), about 1.5–2 hours by train and regional connections
- Getting there
- Munich about 1.5 hours by regional express; Nuremberg about 1 hour
- Getting around
- On foot; the old town is compact
- Best base
- Inside the old town, near the cathedral
- Time needed
- Half a day to 1 night
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Snowy days
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryCloudy12 rainy days3 snowy daysHigh3°Low-2°Cold, foggyJanuaryCloudy
Poor
- High
- 3°
- Low
- -2°
- Precipitation
- 65 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 3
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, foggy
- FebruaryPartly cloudy10 rainy days1 snowy dayHigh6°Low0°Cold, quietFebruaryPartly cloudy
Poor
- High
- 6°
- Low
- 0°
- Precipitation
- 53 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 1
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, quiet
- MarchPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh10°Low1°Cool, thawMarchPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 10°
- Low
- 1°
- Precipitation
- 46 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, thaw
- AprilPartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh15°Low4°Spring, mildAprilPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 15°
- Low
- 4°
- Precipitation
- 44 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Spring, mild
- MayRain14 rainy daysHigh19°Low8°Warm, greenMayRain
Best
- High
- 19°
- Low
- 8°
- Precipitation
- 83 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, green
- JuneRain13 rainy daysHigh24°Low13°Beer gardensJuneRain
Best
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 13°
- Precipitation
- 83 mm
- Rainy days
- 13
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Beer gardens
- JulyRain13 rainy daysHigh25°Low14°Hot, busyJulyRain
Best
- High
- 25°
- Low
- 14°
- Precipitation
- 74 mm
- Rainy days
- 13
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, busy
- AugustRain13 rainy daysHigh25°Low15°Hot, busyAugustRain
Best
- High
- 25°
- Low
- 15°
- Precipitation
- 87 mm
- Rainy days
- 13
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, busy
- SeptemberPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh20°Low11°Mild, clearSeptemberPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 20°
- Low
- 11°
- Precipitation
- 66 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, clear
- OctoberPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh15°Low7°Fall colorOctoberPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 15°
- Low
- 7°
- Precipitation
- 52 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Fall color
- NovemberPartly cloudy10 rainy days1 snowy dayHigh8°Low2°Gray, dampNovemberPartly cloudy
Poor
- High
- 8°
- Low
- 2°
- Precipitation
- 58 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 1
- Days with storms
- 0
Gray, damp
- DecemberPartly cloudy12 rainy days1 snowy dayHigh4°Low0°Christmas marketsDecemberPartly cloudy
Poor
- High
- 4°
- Low
- 0°
- Precipitation
- 64 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 1
- Days with storms
- 0
Christmas markets
Average daily high and low in Regensburg, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
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- Thu8°2°0%Thursday: Clear. High 8°, Low 2°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Fri8°0°0%Friday: Cloudy. High 8°, Low 0°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Sat6°-1°3%Saturday: Partly cloudy. High 6°, Low -1°. Chance of rain 3%.
- Sun5°1°16%Sunday: Fog. High 5°, Low 1°. Chance of rain 16%.
Updated 09:08 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Day trips by train
Before you go to Regensburg
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Rules for Regensburg, checked
- Schengen 90/180-day rule: non-EU visitors may stay 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen Area, including Germany. Count your days before booking a long stay.
- EU Entry/Exit System: non-EU visitors have their passport details and fingerprints recorded at the German border. Check the current status on the official EU travel site.
- Dial 112 for police, ambulance or fire in Germany. The number is the same across the EU, so save it in your phone before you arrive.
- Most shops in Germany close on Sundays, so buy groceries on Saturday. Check each shop's hours before you go.
Plan around Regensburg
A castle city and history museum, 1 hour north
Read the guidePassau travel guideThe three-rivers town, downstream on the Danube
Read the guideMunich travel guideThe Bavarian capital, 1.5 hours south
Read the guideBamberg travel guideA UNESCO old town in Upper Franconia
Read the guideAll of GermanyRegions, trains, entry rules and money for Germany
Read the guideIs a Eurail Pass worth it?When single tickets beat a pass in Germany
Read the guideRegensburg FAQ
Is Regensburg worth visiting?
Yes. It is one of the least damaged medieval cities in Germany, with a UNESCO old town, a cathedral and a river setting. It is quieter than Munich or Nuremberg and works well for a slow stop.
How many days do you need in Regensburg?
A day covers the cathedral, the Stone Bridge and a riverside meal. Stay one night for the evening light on the old town and a calmer morning.
Can you visit Regensburg as a day trip from Munich?
Yes. Regional express trains run in about 1.5 hours each way. You will have 6 to 8 hours in the city, which is enough for the main sights.
Is Regensburg the same as Ratisbon?
Yes, Ratisbon is the old English name. You will meet it in history books, but signs and timetables all say Regensburg.
What should you eat in Regensburg?
Try the small grilled sausages and the local Bavarian beers, both found at the riverside garden restaurants. Many menus offer a mixed plate and a vegetarian option.