Passau (Passau) — a historic german town & cultural hub in Bavaria at 366 m elevation, served by Berchtesgaden Hbf.
Why Visit Passau (Passau)
Passau is a historic german town & cultural hub in Bavaria. Renowned for Passau Historic Center & Marktplatz, Passau Historic Altstadt, Marktplatz & Rathaus, Passau Parish Church (Stadtkirche), Timbered Lanes & Town Gates, Bavaria Regional Museum, Brauhaus & River/Forest Promenade in Passau, Bavaria Architecture & Gastronomy, Passau rewards travelers over 1–3 days with walkable historic squares, regional markets, and easy rail links via Berchtesgaden Hbf.
Best Neighborhoods & Quarters in Passau
Passau Altstadt & Marktplatz Quarter
Key historic quarter and dining area in Passau.
Passau Bahnhofsviertel (DB Rail & Regional Bus Hub)
Key historic quarter and dining area in Passau.
Passau Stadtpark, Wine/River Terrace & Heritage Lanes
Key historic quarter and dining area in Passau.
Top Sights & Things to Do in Passau
- Passau Historic Altstadt, Marktplatz & Rathaus — signature landmark and cultural highlight in Passau.
- Passau Parish Church (Stadtkirche), Timbered Lanes & Town Gates — signature landmark and cultural highlight in Passau.
- Bavaria Regional Museum, Brauhaus & River/Forest Promenade in Passau — signature landmark and cultural highlight in Passau.
Local Food & Where to Eat in Passau
In Passau (Bavaria), traditional German bakery culture—featuring crusty sourdough Brot, warm Brötchen, and afternoon Kaffee und Kuchen—meets classic Bavaria (Bayern) Gasthaus and Brauhaus dining. Expect hearty seasonal menus priced around €14–€26 for a main course, plus €0.08–€0.25 refundable Pfand on bottled drinks.
Signature Local & Regional Dishes to Try
- Weißwurst mit Brezn & Süßem Senf: Traditional Munich veal-and-parsley white sausage served before noon in warm broth with a fresh lye pretzel and sweet mustard.
- Schweinshaxe & Knödel: Crispy slow-roasted pork knuckle with crackling skin, potato dumplings (Kartoffelknödel), and rich dark beer gravy.
- Nürnberger Rostbratwürste & Schäufele: Marjoram-seasoned finger-sized sausages grilled over beechwood and Franconian crispy pork shoulder.
Recommended Dining Quarters, Markets & Brauhäuser in Passau
Passau Altstadt & Marktplatz Gasthäuser
Family-run taverns and historic inns in the walkable center of Passau serving regional Bavaria (Bayern) dishes (€14–€26).
Passau Traditional Bäckerei & Konditorei
Neighborhood bakeries offering warm morning Brötchen, pretzels (Brezeln), and afternoon Kaffee und Kuchen.
Food markets & dining streets: Viktualienmarkt (Munich), Hauptmarkt (Nuremberg) & Bamberg Green Market · Regional drinks: Helles Lager, Weißbier (Wheat Beer), Franconian Silvaner in Bocksbeutel & Bamberg Rauchbier
Getting to Passau & Local Transit
By Train: Berchtesgaden Hbf. Check our DB ICE & BahnCard Calculator (€) and €58 Deutschlandticket Calculator to compare Super Sparpreis fares with regional passes. By Air: Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Closest Neighboring Towns to Passau
Combine Passau with these nearby German towns calculated by direct geographic distance:
- Salzweg (6.8 km away)
- Fürstenzell (9.7 km away)
- Ortenburg (15.5 km away)
- Hauzenberg (17.1 km away)
- Untergriesbach (17.4 km away)
More Cities & Towns in Bavaria
Explore other destinations across Bavaria:
Munich · Nuremberg · Rothenburg ob der Tauber · Füssen & Neuschwanstein · Füssen · Dinkelsbühl · Bamberg · Mittenwald · Garmisch-Partenkirchen · Berchtesgaden · Lindau (Bodensee) · Regensburg