Sights from A to Z

Built in the 13th century and originally one story taller, this Tower served as the city prison, the City Constable’s living quarters (on the top floor), and as a defensive tower for the city. ...

After the demolition of the old and dilapidated St. Mary´s Church, the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary was built in the 15th century in the Gothic architectural style. From 1861 to ...

In the 13th century, the Altmühl Gate was built in the north of Kelheim, directly in front of the former bridge that led over the river Altmühl. Back then, the old salt route from Landshut led ...

When we walk past the Matthias Kraus monument and cross the bridge over the Little Danube (“Kleine Donau “), we will be standing in front of the Danube gate. Its ogival access leads directly ...

Ducal Warehouse near the Danube The ″Herzogkasten″ (Ducal Warehouse) in Kelheim stands as a magnificent testimonial to the region’s rich history and proud architectural heritage. Constructed ...

When leaving Kelheim’s historic city centre through the “Danube Gate” (Donautor) and walking towards the embarkation point for the ships to Weltenburg, you may easily overlook a historic ...

The Mitter Gate (“Mittertor“) was built in the 13th century. In the 19th century, it was rebuilt. Originally, the Middle Gate had been constructed with a saddle roof, but now it shows a tent ...

On a tour through Kelheim's beautiful city center, Kelheim's monumental town halls on Ludwigsplatz attract everyone's attention because of their artistically and historically valuable facades. One ...

Turmhotel zum Erasmus - Romantische Destination für Brautpaare, Genießer und Familien Mit dem Turmhotel zum Erasmus beherbergt die Altstadt Kelheims eine romantische Unterkunft für Genießer, ...

Am 30. Juli 2021 hat das Welterbekomitee der UNESCO entschieden, dass der westliche Teil des Donaulimes als "Grenzen des Römischen Reiches - Donaulimes (westlicher Abschnitt)" in die Welterbeliste ...