Neat medieval city core…read more The outskirts are like any other European small city, you tell where you are by the signage. The old city center, however, is unmistakably German. Surprisingly well preserved. Loads of nice little shops and eateries. They keep it pedestrian friendly. Loads of old churches, and they are thoroughly representative of their denomination. Great riverfront too.

There are many beautiful cities situated on the beautiful Danube river…read more Places like Vienna and Budapest come to mind. However there are also lots of beautiful little towns that dot this majestic European treasure .. and Regensburg is one of them. This is a great destination for people who are traveling from Bravaria to places like Prague since it's literally on the way (and vice versa). The town itself is not big and old town itself can be pretty much walked from end to end in a matter of hours (and this takes into account time spent wandering in and out of stores). There is a magnificent cathederal in the center of town. If you have a chance, make sure to visit inside and check out the beautiful old architecture. There is a beautiful bridge that leads to town which spans the Danube. You can take some great photos here, though the most picturesque part of the bridge is currently being renovated so you may need to take photos further out. Around town there are plenty of little shops and markets that sell local German fare. I also enjoyed the fact there are a few upscale shops in the central area that helps mix up the experience. There are also a few lovely cafes around town that are worth visiting. There is also a helpful tourist information center within old town that has plenty of maps and information. Personally I really enjoyed my time here. Even though I hit up a lot of cool cities along the way, Regensburg left a really lasting impression.