Located in the southeastern corner of Bavaria near the Austrian border, Passau and Vilshofen an der Donau are historic riverfront towns defined by their unique geographical confluences. Passau, known as the “City of Three Rivers” (Dreiflüssestadt), sits at the dramatic meeting point of the Danube, Inn, and Ilz. Its Italian-influenced baroque architecture and the St. Stephen’s Cathedral, which houses one of the world’s largest church organs, give it the nickname “Venice of Bavaria”. Just about 20 kilometres upstream, Vilshofen an der Donau is often called the “Little Three Rivers Town” because it lies at the confluence of the Vils, Wolfach, and Danube rivers. This 1,200-year-old town is characterized by its Schweiklberg Benedictine Abbey and a strong brewing heritage, featuring a “Beer Underground World” in its historic vaulted cellars. Both towns serve as significant hubs for Danube river cruises and scenic cycling paths that stretch toward Vienna.
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