Podcast Tour Regensburg's Invisible Fortress

Regensburg, Germany
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Duration1h 33m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Among the Gothic towers and medieval streets of Regensburg lies a secret geometric spirit : Castra Regina . This tour reveals the massive Roman military fortress that still dictates the layout of the modern city. Join us to trace the walls of Legio III Italica hidden in car parks and cellars, and discover how a military machine turned into a Bavarian Capital of Culture. We will explore how Roman wine became monastic beer, how a headquarters became the Jewish Quarter, and how the city's stones tell a story of empire, destruction, and rebirth
1.4 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 93 min.
Ideal for those interested in history & memory and urbanism & innovationExcitingly told in podcast style by experts and locals Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation via the app

What's included

  • Interactive guide in the app for questions about history and surroundings
  • Exciting podcast-style audio output with experts and locals
  • Accurate navigation between stops
  • Verified facts embedded in an exciting story

What to expect

  1. 10m
    A massive section of the original Roman fortress wall, preserved in a modern car park.
  2. Historisches Museum
    10m
    Home to the 'foundation stone' of Castra Regina (179 AD), which proves the military origin of the city.
  3. 10m
    A quiet street where the curvature of the buildings follows exactly the line of the Roman wall.
  4. Porta Praetoria
    10m
    The north gate of the camp, facing the Danube and the enemy, shows massive military technology.
  5. Document Niedermuenster
    10m
    An excavation site under the church showing layers from the Roman HQ to the ducal residence.
  6. Goliathhaus
    10m
    A medieval patrician house in the north sector with a mural referring to Roman 'giants'.
  7. Neupfarrplatz
    10m
    The former Roman headquarters, then Jewish quarter, now a square. The Band-Aid marks history.
  8. 10m
    A medieval tower built on Roman foundations that connects defensive needs for centuries.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Regensburg Hauptbahnhof take the local public transport towards the Dachauplatz car park. From the nearest stop, walk the last few minutes to Parkhaus Dachauplatz, Regensburg, Germany. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.

End point

From Römerturm am Kornmarkt first walk to the nearest stop and take the local public transport back to Regensburg Hauptbahnhof. Starting point is Römerturm am Kornmarkt, Regensburg, Germany. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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