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One of the world’s seven most beautiful cities, said the
great traveller and scientist Alexander von Humboldt,
and it would be difficult to find a handsomer location
than the one Passau enjoys at the confluence of the
rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz, on the Austrian border.
Passau is a jewel of a town, with its beautiful and
historic city centre full of narrow, winding streets and
alleyways dominated by a massive, mainly Baroque
cathedral containing the largest church organ in the
world (17,774 pipes and 233 stops) offering regular
concerts in the main season.
The Passau Glass Museum possesses one of the world’s
largest collections of Bohemian glass - some 20,000
pieces. The annual Passau European Weeks festival
(June-August) offers a wide range of musical events,
whilst the “Passauer Kabarettage“ offers sparkling
cabaret of quality.
By the nature of its unique location, Passau is ideal
for river cruising - within Germany or even beyond, to
such famous places as Linz and Vienna. Passau is also a
real paradise for those who enjoy walking or cycling.
Idyllic Beer Gardens, cosy inns and numerous street
cafés with their wonderful atmosphere ensure an
unforgettable stay in Passau. |
