The detailed Tour

Start point A - The Lions

Lions are often found in Passau, especially in connection with the Bavarian coat of arms.

The most famous lions in Passau are probably those on Ludwigsplatz. They are a reminder of the former city gate. 

https://www.niederbayern-wiki.de/wiki/L%C3%B6wen_(Passau)

1 - Bankgässchen // Bank alley

very small strett, only feel the street in silence

2. Carlonegasse

A picturesque alleyway with partial views over the city rooftops.

Named after the Italian Carlone family of artists.

3. Stephandsdom // St. Stephen´s Cathedral

This magnificent Italian Baroque cathedral houses the world’s largest cathedral organ, boasting an impressive 17,974 pipes.
3D Scan from inside the Organ: https://passau.orgelpunkt.com/ 

4. Bischöfliche Residenz // Bischop´s Residence

The former seat of Passau’s prince-bishops, this grand palace now contains the Cathedral Treasury Museum and a stunning Rococo staircase. 

5. Zinngießergasse

One of Passau's most charming narrow lanes, it was historically home to the city's pewterers and metal craftsmen.
https://share.google/7c7gAHQe76Le5GiJw 

6. Blick auf den Stephandsdom // View of St. Stephen´s Cathedral

From this vantage point, you can admire the cathedral's iconic green onion domes dominating the city's skyline. 

7. Aussicht auf Maria Hilf // View of Maria Hilf

Mariahilf is a spiritual and historic place of pilgrimage. 

Pilgrims can climb the unique pilgrimage staircase with more than 300 steps from the Innstadt district directly up to the church and monastery complex.

8. Schaiblingsturm

The Schaiblingsturm in Passau is a historic round tower dating back to 1250, which stands as part of the medieval city fortifications on the Inn quay.

Functions: In addition to its function as a defensive structure, the tower served as a salt warehouse, powder magazine, accommodation for the guard personnel, and boat landing stage.

9.Alte Stadtmauer // Old City Wall

These remnants of the medieval fortifications illustrate how Passau protected its narrow peninsula from invaders for centuries. 

10.Dreiflüsseeck - Ortspitze // Three Rivers Corner

A unique natural spectacle where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz rivers meet, each displaying a distinct water color. 

11. Blick auf Veste Oberhaus // View of Veste Oberhaus

Look up to see one of Europe’s largest preserved fortress complexes, which served as the stronghold for the prince-bishops. 

Founded in 1219, it served for most of its history as the castle and residence of the prince-bishop of the Bishopric of Passau. The inscription 1499 (with the medieval spelling of 4 as a half 8) is visible from afar.

12. St. Gisela Kirche // St. Gisela Church

Dedicated to the Queen of Hungary, this church is a significant site for Passau’s historical and religious ties to the East.

Gisela of Hungary (or Gisele, Gizella and of Bavaria; c. 985 – 7 May 1065, 80 years old) was the first queen consort of Hungary by marriage to Stephen I of Hungary, and the sister of Henry II, Holy Roman Emperor.

King Stephen died in 1038. In 1046 Gisela, her attendants, and a number of many Bavarian settlers left Hungary to return to Bavaria, where she joined Niedernburg convent in Passau and became the abbess  
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisela_of_Hungary

Tomb of Saint Gisela. Please remain quiet in the church. You will see relics (bones)

13.Rathaus, Historische Hochwassermarken // Town Hall, Historical Flood Marks

The Gothic Town Hall features a facade marked with historical water levels, showing the incredible heights of past Danube floods.
Built between 1393 and 1683 (after a fire):

Would you like to visit the town hall chambers?
https://tourismus.passau.de/passau-sehen-erleben/sehenswuerdigkeiten-in-passau/altes-rathaus-und-rathaussaele/

14.Künstlergasse Passau // Art Alley Passau

Also known as Höllgasse, this colorful street is paved with a "rainbow" and lined with local galleries and artisan studios. 

15 Indian Restaurant - Final

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