The wall in front of me looks as if it could be in Game Of Thrones. Big blocks of rugged stone, pitted with time, are fused together on top of one another. Scroll down for video. Picturesque surroundings: Regensburg is a Bavarian Disneyland of terracotta-tiled towers, Gothic churches and cobbled streets.
Tasty treat: Head to the historic Sausage Kitchen to enjoy beer and sausages after a busy day exploring the Roman city. It is becoming an unlikely destination for those interested in viewing the relics of ancient Rome. This stretch of uncompromising wall can be found just off Dachauplatz, where a multi-media display tells the story. Touch a screen and you will see a spear-and-shield-carrying legionnaire standing outside the walls two millennia ago.
He is looking towards the Danube where the Teutonic tribes then lived. After the wall, we head straight for the north gate of the fort, Porta Praetoria. Visitors to Regensburg enjoy a spectacular view of the medieval town from Romanesque Stony Bridge over theriver Danube.
These include a bronze statue of Mercury, believed to have belonged to a high-ranking Roman official. This unassuming approach to history is as enchanting as anything Hansel and Gretel ever did. Ryanair , ryanair. More information at regensburg. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Privacy Policy Feedback. Fourteen cities and towns around the world with breathtaking waterways - including a surprising British metropolis with more canals than VENICE Inside the luxurious Bavarian spa resort that has welcomed Boris Johnson - who swam in the lake - and Joe Biden who had a massage Sit back, relax and roam: How to get the MOST from an escorted European tour, whether travelling by road, rail or river What happens when you try to hide on a cruise ship, according to crew members and people who've tried it!
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