Landshut, Germany – A Bavarian Gem with Medieval Magic
Landshut, located in Lower Bavaria, is one of Germany’s most beautiful and historically rich towns. Nestled on the banks of the Isar River, it charms with colorful Gothic buildings, a majestic hilltop castle, and a walkable old town full of character. It’s less touristy than Munich, but just as captivating.
🏰 Top Things to See in Landshut
👑 Trausnitz Castle
- Built in the 13th century and perched above the town
- Offers panoramic views over the red rooftops of Landshut
- Explore medieval halls, Renaissance arcades, and quirky art collections
⛪ St. Martin's Church
- Home to the tallest brick tower in the world (130m!)
- A soaring example of Gothic architecture—stunning inside and out
🏘️ Old Town (Altstadt)
- Lined with pastel-colored townhouses and bustling cafés
- Walk the Altstadt street, full of shops, bakeries, and history
- Don’t miss Ländtor, the medieval city gate that once guarded the town
🎭 Landshuter Hochzeit (Wedding Festival)
- Every four years, Landshut hosts one of Europe’s biggest historical reenactments
- Locals dress in 15th-century costumes to recreate the wedding of Duke George and Princess Hedwig (1475)
- Expect jousting, feasting, parades, and pageantry—pure medieval magic!
🍺 What to Eat & Drink
- Try Bavarian specialties like Weißwurst, pretzels, and Schweinshaxe (pork knuckle)
- Wash it down with a cold beer from one of the local breweries—Landshuter Brauhaus is a classic
- Grab a coffee at a riverside café or enjoy cake at a traditional Konditorei
🚆 How to Get There
- Just 1 hour by train from Munich
- Easily explored on foot or by bike
- A great day trip or stopover on your way to/from southern Bavaria or Austria
🌼 Best Time to Visit
- Spring and summer for festivals, riverside walks, and sunny beer gardens
- December for cozy Christmas markets and fairy-lit old town streets
- Any time of year for history lovers and slow travel fans
