FESTIVE DANUBE

Having escaped major damage during World War II, the picturesque town of Regensburg is one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval cities, the oldest city along the Danube and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Old Stone Bridge, constructed in the 12th century, is a masterpiece of medieval engineering with its 16 arches. St. Peter’s Cathedral is widely considered Bavaria’s best Gothic architectural work. The Old Town’s Neupfarrplatz square is a cross section of history - it was once a thriving Jewish quarter, a bustling marketplace and the site of Nazi book burnings

Located in Germany at the confluence of three rivers, as the river Danube is joined by the Inn from the south and the Ilz from the north, the Bavarian town of Passau has a charm that attracts tourists from far and wide. Passau is an exciting tapestry of old and new – a place that is modern and welcoming with many ancient traditions. The town can trace its roots back to the 2nd century AD when it was established as a colony of the Roman Empire. Pretty little lanes and beautiful squares, Passau has much to discover in the way of art and architecture, great places to eat and drink as well as fantastic places to party, shop, stroll and relax.

The Danube River changes the direction of its flow, due to a bend in the river, in the Austrian city of Linz. Visitors to Linz on the Danube will enjoy the Donaupark which forms a part of the city's 'cultural mile'. The park is located between the Brucknerhaus music venue and the Kunstmuseum. The whole city can be viewed from the Pöstlingberg mountain.

Sitting on the majestic Danube River, Vienna is one of the most cultural cities in Europe. Austria's capital has long been Europe's spiritual home of classical music. The heritage of famous composers seems to exude from the streets that are packed with magnificent architecture reflecting the grandeur of the imperial Hapsburgs. Must-see attractions include the Hofburg Palace, Schönbrunn Palace, City Hall and the Vienna State Opera. Don't forget to sample the Viennese cuisine. Be sure to try Vienna's famous Sacher Torte chocolate cake. Naschmarkt on the edge of Vienna's old town is a true foodie paradise! At around 5km long, it is the largest inner-city market and one of the most popular attractions.

Sitting on the majestic Danube River, Vienna is one of the most cultural cities in Europe. Austria's capital has long been Europe's spiritual home of classical music. The heritage of famous composers seems to exude from the streets that are packed with magnificent architecture reflecting the grandeur of the imperial Hapsburgs. Must-see attractions include the Hofburg Palace, Schönbrunn Palace, City Hall and the Vienna State Opera. Don't forget to sample the Viennese cuisine. Be sure to try Vienna's famous Sacher Torte chocolate cake. Naschmarkt on the edge of Vienna's old town is a true foodie paradise! At around 5km long, it is the largest inner-city market and one of the most popular attractions.