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Batavis – Boiodurum – Passau

Many times I passed this city when driving down or up to or from Graz in Austria. Many times I bought the Vignette ​(road tax/toll sticker) for the Austrian highways outside of Passau. But I never stopped to have a … Continue reading

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A Concert of the Largest Cathedral Organ of the World

One of the main attractions in Passau is for sure the St. Stephen’s cathedral. It is located right in the heart of the old city and gives a wonderful example of Baroque architecture. We were very much lucky as we … Continue reading

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Fortified Bishop’s Seat – The Veste Oberhaus in Passau

The fortress of Passau is overlooking the Altstadt (old city) within the three rivers of Inn, Ilz and Danube. It looks like it was built yesterday, so well maintained. But actually it was founded in 1219. What was once a … Continue reading

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