This beautiful city is situated on the confluence of three rivers and is often referred to as “heaven on earth”. With a history dating back over 2,000 years, it boasts a strong Roman influence and is one of the oldest cities in Bavaria. Additionally, it is a top choice for cruise ship travelers.
The tranquil water whirl together in a mirage of beautiful colors, which you can admire from the hills above or while taking a relaxing stroll along the Innpromenade. Ideal for bikers and pedestrians alike, this area boasts beautiful greenery and awe-striking historical landmarks. With a large variety of age-old churches, towers, and authentic Roman buildings, Passau is sure to make for an insightful and nostalgic trip.
To discover all the unparalleled attractions in this lovely German city, explore the list below and fill your vacation with memorable visits and activities.
The 46 Most Popular Things To Do In Passau, Germany
46. Sankt Anna-Kapelle Kunstverein Passau
1.0 (1 review)
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Location: Heiliggeistgasse 4 Passau
Tel: 851-9664666
Web Address: http://kunstverein-passau.de/
45. Aussichtsturm Ebersberg
5.0 (2 reviews)
Location: 94575 Windorf
44. Batterie-Linde
5.0 (3 reviews)
Location: Alstadt Passau
43. Hochwassermuseum Passau
3.5 (4 reviews)
Location: Unterer Sand 2 Passau
42. Gaißa
4.0 (7 reviews)
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41. Erlau
4.6 (10 reviews)
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40. Franz Josef Strauss Bridge
3.4 (11 reviews)
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Location: 94034 Passau
39. Höllgasse Artists Alley
4.6 (14 reviews)
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Location: Hollgasse 16 18 Passau
38. Passauer Tölpel
4.4 (14 reviews)
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Location: 94032 Passau
37. Press Office of the Diocese of Passau
4.1 (15 reviews)
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Location: Domplatz 7 Passau
Tel: 851-3930
Web Address: http://bistum-passau.de/
36. Domschatz- and Diocesan Museum
4.3 (15 reviews)
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Location: Residenzpl 8 Passau
Tel: 851-3933330
Web Address: http://bistum-passau.de/dom-st-stephan/domschatzmuseum
35. Emerenz Meier
4.4 (17 reviews)
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Location: 94032 Ort Passau
Web Address: http://emerenz-meier.de/html/biografie.html
34. Ilzstausee Oberilzmühle
4.2 (22 reviews)
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33. Donau-Nixe
4.5 (22 reviews)
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Location: 94034 Passau
32. Die Neuburg
4.7 (23 reviews)
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Location: 94127 Neuburg am Inn
31. Abbaye de Thyrnau
4.5 (25 reviews)
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Location: Abteistrasse 1 Thyrnau
Tel: 8501-939090
Web Address: http://kloster-thyrnau.de/
30. Oberhausmuseum
4.5 (27 reviews)
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Location: Oberhaus 125 Passau
Tel: 851-396800
Web Address: http://oberhausmuseum.de/
29. Veste Niederhaus
4.7 (28 reviews)
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Location: Ferdinand Wagner Streetrasse 1 Passau
28. Wald-Erlebnis-Park Passau
4.1 (38 reviews)
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Location: Karlsbader Streetr 17 Passau
Tel: 851-37932495
Web Address: http://sjr-passau.de/
27. Quintuple Bridge
4.5 (42 reviews)
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Location: Innsteg Passau
26. Aussichtsturm Stoabruch Büchlberg
4.8 (44 reviews)
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Location: Bergholz Buchlberg
Web Address: https://stoabruch-buechlberg.de/
25. Wittelsbach Fountain
4.4 (46 reviews)
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Location: Residenzpl 11 Passau
24. Residenz
4.5 (61 reviews)
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Location: Residenzpl 8 Passau
23. Pont du Prince Régent Luitpold
4.8 (64 reviews)
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Location: Prinzregent Luitpold Brucke Passau
22. Church of St Michael
4.7 (69 reviews)
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Location: Schustergasse 14 Passau
Tel: 851-955980
21. Heiligenbrunn
4.8 (89 reviews)
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Location: 94081 Furstenzell
Tel: 8502-91150
Web Address: http://pfarrei-jaegerwirth.de/heiligenbrunn1.htm
20. Iglesia de Peregrinacion Maria Auxiliadora
4.5 (101 reviews)
Location: Mariahilfberg 3 Passau
Tel: 851-2356
Web Address: http://mariahilf-passau.de/
19. Passau, Old Town Hall
4.4 (170 reviews)
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Location: Rathauspl 2 Passau
Tel: 851-3960
Web Address: http://passau.de/Rathaus-Politik/Behoerdenwegweiser.aspx
18. Schloss Ortenburg
4.4 (175 reviews)
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Location: Vorderschloss 1 Ortenburg
Tel: 8542-8987432
Web Address: https://schloss-ortenburg.de/
17. Roman Museum Castle Boiotro
4.5 (193 reviews)
Location: Lederergasse 43 Passau
Tel: 851-34769
16. Marien Bridge
4.7 (193 reviews)
Location: Marienbrucke Passau
15. Schanzlbrücke
4.5 (237 reviews)
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Location: Schanzlbrucke Passau
Web Address: https://geoo.me/Schanzlbr%C3%BCcke
14. Iglesia parroquial de San Pablo
4.6 (242 reviews)
Location: Steinweg 15 Passau
Tel: 851-2372
13. Bschuett Park
4.6 (264 reviews)
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Location: Halser Streetr 32 Passau
12. Schaibling Tower
4.5 (300 reviews)
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Location: Innkai Passau
Tel: 851-9885940
Web Address: https://passau.de/
11. Vogel- und Tierpark Irgenöd
4.6 (1,325 reviews)
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Location: Irgenod 3 Ortenburg
Tel: 8542-7130
Web Address: http://vogelpark-irgenoed.de/
10. Wild Park Castle Ortenburg
4.5 (2,130 reviews)
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Location: Vorderschloss 3 1 2 Ortenburg
Tel: 8542-7171
Web Address: http://wildpark-ortenburg.de/
9. peb – Passauer Erlebnisbad
4.3 (2,220 reviews)
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Location: Messestrasse 7 Passau
Tel: 851-560260
Web Address: http://passauer-erlebnisbad.de/
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8. Ilz
4.6 (25 reviews)
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7. MMK Passau – Museum of Modern Art Wörlen Passau
4.2 (75 reviews)
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Location: Braugasse 17 Passau
Tel: 851-3838790
Web Address: http://mmk-passau.de/
6. TouriSpo GmbH & Co. KG
4.6 (88 reviews)
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Location: Brunngasse 4 Passau
Tel: 851-49083954
Web Address: https://tourispo.com/
5. Glasmuseum Passau
4.4 (220 reviews)
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Location: Schrottgasse 2 Passau
Tel: 851-35071
Web Address: http://glasmuseum.de/
4. Passau Dachshund Museum
4.6 (399 reviews)
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Location: Grosse Messergasse 1 Passau
Tel: 851-30439
Web Address: http://dackelmuseum.de/
3. Three River Conjunction
4.7 (3,645 reviews)
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Location: Ort 19 Passau
Web Address: http://passau.de/Tourismus/SehenundErleben/Sehenswuerdigkeiten.aspx
2. Veste Oberhaus
4.6 (3,822 reviews)
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Location: Oberhaus 125 Passau
Tel: 851-396800
Web Address: http://oberhausmuseum.de/
1. St. Stephan’s Cathedral
4.7 (4,602 reviews)
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Location: Domplatz Passau
Tel: 851-3930
Web Address: https://bistum-passau.de/dom-kultur/dom-st-stephan-passau
Final Words:
Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Passau, Germany! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!
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