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Regensburg

Regensburg: Roman, Medieval and Jewish Heritage

Three chapters of the city's history in one walk

Durationabout 2.5 hours, extendable on request
Group sizeup to 25 people
LanguagesEnglish, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Meeting pointCathedral Square, Stone Bridge or cruise berth

From the Porta Praetoria of the Roman legionary fortress Castra Regina to the medieval merchant city and the Jewish quarter at Neupfarrplatz, this tour traces the layers of Regensburg's history in one walk.

Highlights

  • Roman traces at the Porta Praetoria
  • A medieval merchant city of towers
  • Jewish heritage at Neupfarrplatz
  • Three eras linked in a single walk

The route

  1. Porta Praetoria
    surviving traces of the Roman legionary fortress Castra Regina.
  2. Cathedral Square and surroundings
    the shift from Roman outpost to medieval bishop's city.
  3. Merchant houses and towers
    the wealthy trading city of the Middle Ages.
  4. Old Town Hall
    exterior view and context on the seat of the Perpetual Diet.
  5. Neupfarrplatz
    centre of the medieval Jewish quarter before 1519.
  6. Stone Bridge
    a link between the eras, with views out over the Danube.

Included

  • Certified local guide
  • Tour in the language of your choice
  • Individual route and timing
  • Contact person around the clock

Not included

  • Entrance fees and tickets
  • Food, drinks and tastings
  • Travel allowance outside the guide's home town (min. €30)
  • Tour guide system (€3.75 per person)

Who this tour suits

For history-minded guests who want more than a surface look at the old town, and well suited to study trips.

Meeting point

Cathedral Square, Stone Bridge or cruise berth

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Do we need prior knowledge for this tour?

No, the tour works well without any prior knowledge, your guide moves chronologically and puts each era into context.

Is the history of Jewish Regensburg covered in depth?

Yes, the medieval Jewish quarter around Neupfarrplatz is a fixed part of the tour, and this section can be expanded on request for interested groups.

Does the tour suit school or study groups?

Yes, the thematic structure works well for groups with a historical focus, and content and language can be adjusted to the group's level.

from
165 €
group rate, not per person
20262027
Guided tour up to 2 hours165 €180 €
Half day up to 4 hours285 €310 €
Full day up to 8 hours500 €550 €
Additional hour60 €65 €

All prices net, group rate for up to 25 people. Not included: entrance fees, travel allowance (min. 30 €) and third-party services. Full price list

Enquire now
  • Reply usually within a few hours
  • Certified local guides
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before
  • Booking hotline around the clock

Enquire about this tour

Tell us date, group size and language. You will receive a binding quote by email.

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