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Castles of Passau
Explore Passau's historic castles and ruins.
5 StopsEstimated Duration: 73 minutes
Embark on a captivating 3.6 km journey through Passau's rich history of castles and ruins. Start at the impressive Veste Oberhaus, overlooking the Danube since 1219, once the residence of the prince-bishop. Next, immerse yourself in the past at Schloss Freudenhain, originally a summer retreat for a bishop. Conclude with the striking ruins of Burgruine Hals, perched dramatically on a narrow ridge. In just 73 minutes, you'll uncover the intriguing stories and stunning architecture of these historic landmarks.
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Did you know? — Veste Oberhaus
The site includes the Jugendherberge Oberhaus 125.
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Veste Oberhaus
Castle
521 mStraight-line estimate from stop 1 to stop 2
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Neue Residenz
Castle
76 mStraight-line estimate from stop 2 to stop 3
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Alte Residenz
Castle
1.4 kmStraight-line estimate from stop 3 to stop 4
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Schloss Freudenhain
Castle
1.6 kmStraight-line estimate from stop 4 to stop 5
