Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall)
Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall)
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Xav
Chalons-en-Champagne, France141 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Beautiful discovery, city to do on foot. Walks on each side of the banks, from the castle towards the Danube (city) then go up to the hermitage on foot via the steps. With impressive view of the famous difficult mixing of waters.
Written August 6, 2023
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annieok2014
Bergamo, Italy5,658 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
The narrow peninsula at the confluence of the three rivers looks like the bow of a majestic ship.
It owes its Baroque appearance to the Italian architects who modelled it on the ruins of the devastating fires of the 18th century.
Large squares, staircases, winding streets, an episcopal residence and those of the canons, numerous churches and bourgeois houses, the majestic St. Stephen's Cathedral, which houses the largest church organ in the world.
On the left bank of the Danube the Veste Oberhaus military fortress dominates the city from the hill; on the right bank stands the 14th-century town hall, later decorated by Bavarian and Austrian artists, with its 38-meter high tower.
Along the idyllic walk on the bank of the Inn, towards the tip of the peninsula, you can admire the remarkable Schaibling Tower, a medieval military building.
It owes its Baroque appearance to the Italian architects who modelled it on the ruins of the devastating fires of the 18th century.
Large squares, staircases, winding streets, an episcopal residence and those of the canons, numerous churches and bourgeois houses, the majestic St. Stephen's Cathedral, which houses the largest church organ in the world.
On the left bank of the Danube the Veste Oberhaus military fortress dominates the city from the hill; on the right bank stands the 14th-century town hall, later decorated by Bavarian and Austrian artists, with its 38-meter high tower.
Along the idyllic walk on the bank of the Inn, towards the tip of the peninsula, you can admire the remarkable Schaibling Tower, a medieval military building.
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Written September 8, 2024
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KathyMarch2011
Silverdale, WA11 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Passau is a delightful city on the Danube. We went there to begin a river cruise, but wandered around the town stopping in churches and walking through parks and along the River. (We recommend walking along the Inn River, which is on the other side of town from the Danube where all the cruise ships dock.) Most shops were closed because we were there on Sunday, but the town is beautiful!
Written September 20, 2023
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Tommo
Melbourne, Australia57,097 contributions
Sep 2022
The Town Hall is located on the Town Hall Square and consists of three buildings.There is the Old Town Hall , New Town Hall and the Town Hall Old Main Customs Office .
The Old Town Hall dates back to 1298.
On the side of the building are marks which depict the heights and dates of the various floods that have inundated the town throughout its history.
The Old Town Hall dates back to 1298.
On the side of the building are marks which depict the heights and dates of the various floods that have inundated the town throughout its history.
Written February 18, 2023
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RandyRoss
Ridgetown, Canada12,801 contributions
Dec 2022
Passau is a river port city at the confluence of the Blue Danube, Green Inn and Black Llz rivers. We stopped here on Dec. 13, 2022 as part of a Christmas Market river cruise. Passau has a history of major flooding the most recent and largest was in 2013 when the water level in Hollgasse Artists Alley reached 12.89 meters (42.29 feet).
Written January 19, 2023
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duck8to
Montville, NJ6,784 contributions
Oct 2020
Settled by the Celts more than 2,000 years ago Passau is located in the far west corner of Germany as it borders Austria. During the 2nd century BC. Germanic tribes (Batavi) were forced by Imperial Rome to flee cross the Alps into the area which is now Passau.
Today, Passau is a river port city at the confluence of the Blue Danube, Green Inn and Black Llz rivers. Passau has a history of major flooding the most recent was in 2013. It is also the site of many attractions. Perhaps the major attraction is Saint Stephen's Church pipe organ which boasts 17,774 pipes and 233 registers. It is the second largest pipe organ in the world. Performances of the pipe organ occur daily from May to November. To hear Bach selections played in this venue is extraordinary.
Other attractions include: the Veste Oberhaus (1219), which today houses a museum and shops. There are great views of the Altstadt of Passau from here. ST. Michaels and St. Paul (1667)' churches are worth exploring. The Scharfrichterhaus offers jazz and cabaret stage productions. The Old Town Hall (1446) has a tour option. Checkout the Schaibling Strum tower built in 1250. While walking the narrow cobble stone streets look for the Artist's alley. It is quaint, unique boutique shops and eating options. Passau is also a college town with over 12,000 students.
For those that enjoy biking. the bike path which runs along the Danube river called the Route of Emperors and Kings runs all the way to Vienna, Austria.
Today, Passau is a river port city at the confluence of the Blue Danube, Green Inn and Black Llz rivers. Passau has a history of major flooding the most recent was in 2013. It is also the site of many attractions. Perhaps the major attraction is Saint Stephen's Church pipe organ which boasts 17,774 pipes and 233 registers. It is the second largest pipe organ in the world. Performances of the pipe organ occur daily from May to November. To hear Bach selections played in this venue is extraordinary.
Other attractions include: the Veste Oberhaus (1219), which today houses a museum and shops. There are great views of the Altstadt of Passau from here. ST. Michaels and St. Paul (1667)' churches are worth exploring. The Scharfrichterhaus offers jazz and cabaret stage productions. The Old Town Hall (1446) has a tour option. Checkout the Schaibling Strum tower built in 1250. While walking the narrow cobble stone streets look for the Artist's alley. It is quaint, unique boutique shops and eating options. Passau is also a college town with over 12,000 students.
For those that enjoy biking. the bike path which runs along the Danube river called the Route of Emperors and Kings runs all the way to Vienna, Austria.
Written May 8, 2021
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Tommo
Melbourne, Australia57,097 contributions
Sep 2022
We visited Passau during a river cruise stop at this location.
The old town also known as the Altstadtand has a distinct Baroque flavour.
There was a devastating fire in 1662.
From 1892 until 1894, Adolf Hitler and his family lived in Passau.
Its known as the "City of Three Rivers" as the river Danube is joined by the Inn from the south and the Ilz from the north. As a result flooding is a common issue here.
The city is dotted with churches which are worth seeing.
The heart of the old town is the Residenzplatz (or Residence Square). Here you can see the Cathedral, Residence Building, cafes, shops, and a central fountain known as Wittelsbacherbrunnen.
As with all the other German cities we visited during our river cruise they are all historical and well preserved.
Another lovely old town.
The old town also known as the Altstadtand has a distinct Baroque flavour.
There was a devastating fire in 1662.
From 1892 until 1894, Adolf Hitler and his family lived in Passau.
Its known as the "City of Three Rivers" as the river Danube is joined by the Inn from the south and the Ilz from the north. As a result flooding is a common issue here.
The city is dotted with churches which are worth seeing.
The heart of the old town is the Residenzplatz (or Residence Square). Here you can see the Cathedral, Residence Building, cafes, shops, and a central fountain known as Wittelsbacherbrunnen.
As with all the other German cities we visited during our river cruise they are all historical and well preserved.
Another lovely old town.
Written November 4, 2022
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redeco
Warren, MA9,429 contributions
Dec 2010
The Altes Rathaus is worth the time and effort for a visit. Several of the public chambers are open to the public; rest rooms are free; and a small exhibit area is interesting. The largest of the chambers has lofty ceilings and stained glass windows and appears to be in use by the city. Seating and sound system is in place suggesting large gatherings.
Another smaller room appears to be a council chamber with a magnificent baroque ceiling fresco of the Danube, depicted by a Reubenesque nude figure attended by water nymphs. See it if you can.
Enjoy.
Another smaller room appears to be a council chamber with a magnificent baroque ceiling fresco of the Danube, depicted by a Reubenesque nude figure attended by water nymphs. See it if you can.
Enjoy.
Written February 19, 2011
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Weerobbie
Kingston, Canada914 contributions
Apr 2018 • Couples
Passau is a beautiful city to visit and great for walking tours. Walk up to the castle overlooking Passau across the Danube (30 mins) for an exceptional view of the Old Town and surrounding region. Next, walk around the Old Town, exploring all the churches and tight lovely streets. Finally, cross the River Inn and visit the Roman Museum for a great explanation of why Passau was so important to the Roman Empire. There are lots of good gasthofs with riverview for lunch or dinner.
Written April 18, 2018
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1234texas
Seabrook, TX5,350 contributions
Apr 2019
This is a charming little city with some great vistas from many different angles. This is but one of them! The views form the top are worth the hike!
Written December 4, 2019
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