Regensberg, Bavaria

The fourth largest city in Bavaria, Regensburg has its roots as an Imperial Roman river fortress dating from 179 AD.

The Stone Bridge across the Danube was built at Regensburg. This bridge opened major international trade routes between northern Europe and Venice. The stone bridge, built 1135–1146, is a highlight of medieval bridge building. The knights of the 2nd and 3rd crusades used it to cross the Danube on their way to the Holy Land.Read more