Museum
Regensburg Museum of History
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The Regensburg Museum of History offers a comprehensive journey through the city's rich past, housed in a former Minorite monastery. Visitors can trace Regensburg's evolution from a Roman military camp (Castra Regina) to a medieval free imperial city and a modern cultural hub. The museum's collections include Roman stone monuments, medieval sculptures, sacred art, and everyday objects from various eras. A standout feature is the detailed model of the medieval city, showing how Regensburg looked in its heyday. The museum also covers the city's role in the Reformation and its survival through World War II. With well-curated exhibits and clear explanations, it provides context for the UNESCO-listed Old Town you'll explore outside its walls.
Don't miss
- Roman stone monuments from Castra Regina, including altars and tomb inscriptions
- The large-scale model of medieval Regensburg, showing the city's dense urban fabric
- Medieval sculpture and panel paintings from local churches
- Exhibits on the city's role as a free imperial city and meeting place of the Imperial Diet
- Everyday objects and crafts from the 19th and 20th centuries
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Regensburg Museum of History
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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