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Eastern Bavaria's largest consumer and trade fair, held each August alongside the Gäubodenvolksfest.
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💡 Tips
- Use the 80-meter-high Stadtturm (City Tower) as your landmark; it divides the long market square into Ludwigsplatz and Theresienplatz.
- Park for free or very cheaply at the large 'Am Hagen' parking lot, which is only a 5-minute walk from the city center.
- Rent a bike and enjoy the flat paths along the Danube river, which flows right by the northern edge of the city.
- Plan ahead if visiting in August, as the Gäubodenvolksfest (Bavaria's second-largest folk festival) makes the city extremely busy.
- Make sure to visit St. Jakob's Basilica to see the famous stained-glass windows, some of which were designed by Albrecht Dürer.
🍽 Food
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Agnes-Bernauer-Torte
This famous nut-meringue cake with mocha cream is a must-try at the traditional Café Krönner.
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Wirtshaus Zum Geiss
The city's oldest inn serves authentic Bavarian dishes in a historic setting dating back to 1462.
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Straubing Weissbier
Enjoy a local wheat beer right on the main square, for example at the 1. Straubinger Weissbierhaus.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
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Ludwigsplatz & Theresienplatz
The city's central shopping hub with a mix of fashion chains, small boutiques, and specialty shops.
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Theresien Center
A modern shopping mall on the edge of the city center with around 30 stores for electronics, fashion, and groceries.
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Weekly Market on Ludwigsplatz
Held on Saturdays; first-rate for regional produce from the fertile Gäuboden region, such as cheese and meats.
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St. Peter's Cemetery
One of Bavaria's most atmospheric spots; the historic cemetery around the Romanesque basilica has absolute silence.
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Alfred-Dick-Park
A quiet park with a rose garden and wooden walkways over the pond, well-suited for relaxing away from the crowds.
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Danube Promenade
The paths along the river north of the center offer wide views and quiet spots for a picnic.
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Straubing, located on the banks of the Danube in Lower Bavaria, is an animated city with a rich history that stretches back to Roman times. It serves as the cultural and economic center of the Gäuboden region, a fertile plain known as the granary of Bavaria. The city's focal point is the impressive historic town square, split into the Ludwigsplatz and Theresienplatz, which is dominated by the iconic 68-meter-high Stadtturm (City Tower). This medieval watchtower has sweeping views over the red roofs and the surrounding plains. History enthusiasts will appreciate the Gäubodenmuseum, home to the famous Straubing Roman Treasure, an extraordinary collection of ancient parade armor and masks. Beyond its architectural and historical treasures, Straubing is widely known for hosting the Gäubodenvolksfest every August. As the second-largest beer festival in Bavaria after the Oktoberfest, it attracts over a million visitors with its lively atmosphere, traditional music, and regional food. For families, the Straubing Zoo, the only one in Eastern Bavaria, provides an engaging excursion featuring over 200 animal species.
- Location: Bavaria, Germany
- Top sights: City Tower (Stadtturm) · Ducal Palace · Gäuboden Museum
- Nearby: Bogen (9 km)
- Population: ~49.775
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -2 | -1 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 14 | 9 | 3 | -1 |
| Rain mm | 65 | 49 | 54 | 43 | 81 | 86 | 84 | 89 | 60 | 56 | 57 | 63 |
Geography
Facts
- Town tower height: 68 meters
- Gäubodenvolksfest: Founded in 1812
- Roman Treasure: Discovered in 1950
- Area: 67.59 square kilometers
- Elevation: 322 m above sea level
- Status: Independent city in Lower Bavaria
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Frequently asked questions
What is the most important event in Straubing?
The Gäubodenvolksfest in August, the second-largest folk festival in Bavaria after Oktoberfest.
What sights are there in the old town?
Visit the City Tower on Ludwigsplatz, the Basilica of St. Jacob, and the Gäubodenmuseum with the Roman treasure.
What can you do with children in Straubing?
The Straubing Zoo is a popular destination with over 200 animal species in an extensive park.
How to get to Straubing?
Straubing is located on the Danube and can be reached by train via the Regensburg-Passau line or by car via the A3.
Are there specialties in the local cuisine?
Try Bavarian delicacies like roast pork or dumplings in the brewery inns around the town square.
Straubing: where is it located?
Straubing is located in Bavaria, Germany.
Straubing: what is there to see?
Highlights include City Tower (Stadtturm), Ducal Palace, Gäuboden Museum.
Straubing: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Straubing: why is it worth visiting?
Straubing, located on the banks of the Danube in Lower Bavaria, is an animated city with a rich history that stretches back to Roman times.
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