Passau Cruise Port Guide
Photos: Aconcagua (CC BY-SA 3.0) · via Wikimedia Commons; Manfred Kohl Smile and Click, Henryk Pierzchała, Mohammad Alibazi, nguyensminiaturen Michael Nguyen, Christine Multerer · via Google Maps
- Country:
- Germany
- Region:
- Danube
- Coordinates:
- 48.5748° N, 13.4610° E
About Passau
Passau is a city in Lower Bavaria, Germany, where the Danube is joined by the Inn from the south and the Ilz from the north. This distinctive position on three rivers has shaped its character and earned it the local name Dreiflüssestadt. As a Danube cruise destination, Passau offers a compact historic centre with attractions within easy reach of the port.
The closest sights to explore include Domplatz Passau, just 0.2 km away, which has a 4.7 rating from 481 reviews. Höllgasse Artists Alley is 0.4 km from the port and offers a museum experience in a characterful setting. The Schaiblingsturm historical landmark sits 0.8 km away and carries a 4.6 rating based on 465 reviews.
Nearby Danube Ports
Passau connects easily to other major Danube region ports including Vienna, Budapest, Bratislava, and Melk, making it an ideal stop on a longer river cruise itinerary.
Passau is a city in Lower Bavaria, Germany. It is also known as the Dreiflüssestadt, as the river Danube is joined by the Inn from the south and the Ilz from the north.
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Things to do in Passau on a port day
Top-rated sights within reach of the cruise terminal. Ratings, hours and reviews from Google — check opening times before you go.
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Photo: Manfred Dorner · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Domplatz Passau
4.7 (481) 0.2 km from port
Near: Cafe ANTON (68 m) · Café Stephan's Cathedral (74 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “What a great experience” — Doni
- 5 · “Wonderful Christmas Market, but very crowded in the evening (mostly with locals). St. Stephan's Cathedral is a must-visit, even while…” — John Tucker
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Photo: Valentino Anzanello · via Google Maps Historical landmark
Schaiblingsturm
4.6 (465) 0.8 km from port
Once used for defense & storage, this restored 13th-century riverside tower hosts occasional events.
Near: Grundschule St. Nikola (78 m) · Gymnasium Leopoldinum (125 m)
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “This Place is good to visit but for the better commute & experiences, Public transportation systems should be improved!” — Mahin Adnan Majumder
- 5 · “On the river side of the Scheiblingsturm, the waters rise and swallow the banks, turning stone and current into one…” — UMAs World
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Photo: Rano Bestawros · via Google Maps Museum
Höllgasse Artists Alley
4.6 (50) 0.4 km from port
Near: Hotel Residenz Passau (20 m) · Königlich Bayrisch (76 m)
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “The whole town is just lovely. The Artists walk is filled with clever, creative pieces. recommended visit.” — Shirley Raven
- 5 · “Beautiful alley :) we met a beautiful lady dressed locally here.” — Mahdi Tahsildari
Map of Passau and nearby attractions
Best time to visit Passau
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