Stand inside St. Peter's, Bavaria's purest Gothic cathedral, where original 13th–14th-century stained glass throws color across the nave and the Domspatzen — the world's oldest boys' choir, founded in 975 — still sing. Then walk the Steinerne Brücke, the 12th-century Stone Bridge that was an engineering marvel of its age and the model for medieval bridge-builders across Europe. Together they are the postcard of Regensburg and a free, unmissable pairing.
What to expect
The cathedral's twin openwork spires dominate the skyline; inside, the medieval glass and the famous 'Smiling Angel' figure reward a slow look. The Stone Bridge is a flat, easy walk with the classic view back to the cathedral and the old-town rooftops — the best photo in Regensburg. Both are in the dead center of town and free to enter. Donations support the cathedral's upkeep.
Good to know
Steps from the river-cruise berths — the Stone Bridge quay is where the Walhalla boats also dock. Cathedral entry is free; the Treasury and tower/cloister tours cost a few euros at the door. For the Domspatzen, check the cathedral's service schedule (typically Sunday). Combine with the Historische Wurstkuchl beside the bridge for lunch.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Regensburg — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Regensburg
- Walhalla by Danube riverboat — the marble Hall of Fame above Donaustauf
- Weltenburg Abbey through the Danube Gorge — Bavaria's most dramatic river canyon
- Regensburg UNESCO old town with a licensed city guide
- St. Emmeram Palace (Thurn und Taxis) — the princely state rooms
- document Neupfarrplatz — underground through Roman, medieval Jewish, and WWII Regensburg