Things to do in  Passau

Yes, it is worth visiting Passau, Germany. Passau is a beautiful, walkable city, with great tourism infrastructure. It’s also home to lovely Gothic and baroque architecture, particularly in the old town (Altstadt). You'll find one of the largest church pipe organs in the world inside St. Stephen's Cathedral.

Passau is known for many things. It's home to the University of Passau, which means there's a large student population in the city. Travelers tend to come here to see Passau's many churches and historic buildings. Passau is also where the Danube meets the Inn and Ilz rivers.

It’s a good idea to have two days in Passau, but you’ll still be able to experience many of the Bavarian city’s highlights in just one day, particularly if you join a tour. With two days, however, you’ll have enough time to slow down and take in the scenery at a leisurely pace.

Passau is known for its Bavarian specialties, including sausages, pretzels, and schweinsbraten, Bavarian pork roast. The beer flows freely in Passau, with local breweries such as Hacklberg brewing up tasty beverages. If you come in November or December, stop by a Christmas market for some steaming hot glühwein (mulled wine).

With one day in Passau, you can wander through the old town and along the banks of the Danube River, try out some local specialties, and visit attractions such as Veste Oberhaus. Don't miss St. Stephen's Cathedral in the heart of town—it houses one of the world's largest church organs.

Passau's top attractions center around its old town (Altstadt) and include its town hall and Höllgasse, an artist's alley lined with galleries. Aldstadt is also home to St. Stephen's Cathedral, which houses one of the largest church organs in the world. Other highlights include Veste Oberhaus and Mariahilf Monastery.