Sightseeing in Passau, Germany

To learn about local history while seeing the sights in Passau, Germany, visitors might sign up for a docent-led walking tour with the Passau Tourist Association. // © 2014 Passau Tourist Association

Reflecting historic changes, St. Stephen's Cathedral combines Gothic and Baroque architecture. // © 2014 Passau Tourist Association

The lavish main organ in St. Stephen's Cathedral is itself a major attraction for visitors. // © 2014 Passau Tourist Association

Passau welcomed more than one million visitors in 2013, and some of them arrived via river cruise ship. Located on the crossing of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers, Passau is also known as “The Three Rivers City.” // © 2014 Passau Tourist Association

The New Bishop’s Residence opens on to a pleasant square and fountain and is home to Rococo-style stairways. // © 2014 Passau Tourist Association

Attractive Bavarian handicrafts are among the shopping choices for visitors. // © 2014 Passau Tourist Association