Regensburg Cathedral, officially Dom St Peter, is a Gothic cathedral and the seat of the Bishop of Regensburg, located at Domplatz in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Regensburg, Bavaria. This guide covers opening hours, guided tours, transport, parking, accessibility, and practical visitor tips for 2026.
Last updated: May 2026. All information has been verified directly on the official cathedral information centre website. Entry to the cathedral is free of charge. The Cathedral Treasury (Domschatz) was closed for renovation and, as of May 2026, remains closed; check for the latest reopening date before including a treasury visit in your plans.
Quick facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Opening hours (June–September) | Mon–Sat 6:30am–7pm; Sun/holidays 1pm–7pm |
| Opening hours (Apr, May, Oct) | Mon–Sat 6:30am–6pm; Sun/holidays 1pm–6pm |
| Opening hours (Nov–Mar) | Mon–Sat 6:30am–5pm; Sun/holidays 1pm–5pm |
| Entry | Free |
| Daily guided tour | Mon–Fri at 12:30pm; with cloister: daily 2:30pm (May–Oct) |
| Address | Domplatz, 93047 Regensburg, Germany |
| Nearest transport | Bus line A to Domplatz; Regensburg Hauptbahnhof ~20 min walk |
| Typical visit length | 1–2 hours |
Regensburg Cathedral opening hours
Regensburg Cathedral is open every day of the year, with hours that vary by season and day of the week. From June to September, it opens from 6:30am to 7pm Monday to Saturday. From April, May, and October, hours are 6:30am to 6pm. From November to March, the cathedral closes at 5pm.
On Sundays and public holidays, the cathedral does not open to visitors until 1pm, as the morning hours are reserved for church services. This is a significant difference from weekday hours that affects many visitors’ plans. Mass takes place on Sundays at 10am and 12 noon, and on weekdays at 7am. Short-term partial closures for important events may occur without advance notice.
Regensburg Cathedral ticket prices and guided tours
Entry to Regensburg Cathedral is free. Donations are welcomed. There are no paid admission zones inside the cathedral itself. The Cathedral Treasury (Domschatz) is a paid, separate institution located in the Bishop’s Courtyard, but it is currently closed for renovation; check domplatz-5.de for the latest update.
Guided tours are offered daily by authorised cathedral guides and are the recommended way to understand the building’s art and architecture. Tours must be booked through the Information Centre at Domplatz 5 (email: [email protected]). The public schedule for 2026 is as follows:
- Cathedral only (without cloister): Monday to Friday, 12:30pm; runs 8 January to 18 December 2026. Duration: 45 minutes in summer, 60 minutes in winter.
- Cathedral only (without cloister): Saturday, Sunday, and holidays, 2:30pm; runs 1 November to 20 December 2026. Duration: approx. 60 minutes.
- Cathedral with cloister: Monday to Sunday, 2:30pm; runs 1 May to 31 October. Duration: 75 minutes.
- Groups of up to 20 people can book tours in English, Italian, and French by contacting the information centre directly.
A Midday Meditation session of 15 minutes featuring organ music runs Monday to Friday (not public holidays) at 12pm, from 2 May to 31 October. This is free and requires no booking.
Regensburg Cathedral is not included in any city pass scheme.
Opening hours and touring information were checked on the official website and last updated in May 2026.
How to get to Regensburg Cathedral
By train, Regensburg is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes from Munich on a direct service from Munich Hauptbahnhof. The cathedral is in the heart of the UNESCO-listed old town, approximately a 20-minute walk from Regensburg Hauptbahnhof through the medieval streets, or a short ride on bus line A, which stops at Domplatz directly in front of the cathedral. Several other city bus lines stop at Dachauplatz, a 5-minute walk away.
By car from Munich or Nuremberg, Regensburg is accessed via the A3 motorway. The old town is a pedestrianised zone, so the cathedral cannot be reached by car; park on the edge of the old town and walk. The nearest parking is described below.
Parking near Regensburg Cathedral
There is no parking at the cathedral. The surrounding Domplatz and old town streets are pedestrianised. The most convenient car parks are Parkhaus Dachauplatz and Parkhaus Petersweg, both approximately a 10 to 15-minute walk from the cathedral. A further option is the Donaumarkt car park. All three are multi-storey facilities; check current rates and availability via the city’s parking information or Google Maps before travelling.
How long to spend at Regensburg Cathedral
Most visitors allow one to two hours for the cathedral. This covers the main nave and crossing, the stained glass, the key sculptures, and the Sailer Chapel. Those taking the guided tour with the cloister should allow 90 minutes to two hours in total. The cathedral is compact enough to walk through independently in 45 to 60 minutes, though the density of medieval artworks rewards a slower pace.
The adjacent document Niedermünster – an archaeological excavation site beneath the cathedral square exposing Roman and early medieval remains – can be visited as an extension, adding another 30 to 45 minutes.
Accessibility at Regensburg Cathedral
Regensburg Cathedral has a dedicated barrier-free entrance on the northeastern side of the building, off Domgarten Street. The main interior is accessible by wheelchair via this entrance. The cathedral floor is largely level, and the majority of the nave and side chapels can be reached without steps. The cloister, accessed during the 75-minute guided tour, has level paths.
For specific accessibility enquiries, contact the information centre at Domplatz 5 by phone on (0941) 597-1662 or by email at [email protected].
Inside Regensburg Cathedral – what to see
The stained glass windows are the cathedral’s most significant artistic treasure. Regensburg holds the largest preserved collection of medieval stained glass in the German-speaking world: 39 windows containing over 1,100 individual panes, dating from 1310 to 1450. The coloured light they cast across the nave changes throughout the day and in different weather conditions.
The Annunciation Group – known as the Virgin Mary and the Smiling Angel – stands on two pillars of the west crossing piers. Carved around 1280 by the cathedral master builder Ludwig (formerly known as the Erminold Master), these two sandstone sculptures are considered masterpieces of medieval European sculpture. The angel’s expression, faintly joyful, is one of the most cited examples of Gothic naturalism in Germany.
The silver high altar in the choir was built between 1675 and 1785, funded over decades by donations from successive bishops and the Cathedral Chapter. It stands as an example of the Baroque additions later removed from much of the rest of the interior.
The Domkreuzgang (cloister) is a Gothic cloister attached to the south side of the cathedral, primarily characterised by its 15th-century ribbed vaulting. Within the cloister, the All Saints’ Chapel (built 1140) was constructed by Italian builders from the Como region. It is an early Romanesque burial chapel with a trefoiled apse and remains one of the oldest surviving parts of the cathedral complex.
The Eselsturm (Donkey Tower) on the north side of the cathedral is the surviving remnant of the 11th-century Romanesque predecessor, still used today to transport construction materials to upper levels by pulley.
The Regensburger Domspatzen – the world’s oldest boys’ choir, with a documented history of over 1,000 years – sings at the Sunday 10am mass and during major festivals. Attending this service is free.
Practical visitor tips
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| Do not plan a Sunday morning visit | On Sundays and all public holidays, the cathedral does not admit visitors until 1pm. The morning hours are reserved for the 10am and 12 noon masses. Arriving at 9am will mean a wait outside. |
| The Cathedral Treasury is closed | The Domschatz was still closed for renovation as of May 2026. Do not include it in your itinerary until reopening is confirmed |
| Take the daily guided tour for the full experience | The cathedral’s stained glass and sculptures are complex. The 12:30pm weekday tour (45–60 minutes) provides context that significantly enhances the visit. No pre-booking required for public tours; meet at the cathedral. |
| Hear the Domspatzen at Sunday mass | The world’s oldest boys’ choir sings at the 10am Sunday mass, which is open to all. Arrive by 9:30am to be seated before the service begins. |
| Come before midday on weekdays for quiet viewing | Organised tour groups arrive throughout the morning. Early weekday mornings between opening and 9am offer the quietest conditions for viewing the windows and sculptures. |
Frequently asked questions about Regensburg Cathedral
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is Regensburg Cathedral free to enter? | Yes. Entry to the cathedral is free of charge at all times outside of services. The Cathedral Treasury (Domschatz) charges a separate admission fee, but is currently closed for renovation. |
| Can you visit Regensburg Cathedral on a Sunday? | Yes, but not until 1pm. The morning hours on Sundays and public holidays are reserved for services. The cathedral is open to visitors from 1pm until closing. |
| Is Regensburg Cathedral wheelchair accessible? | Yes. A dedicated barrier-free entrance is located on the northeastern side of the building, off Domgarten Street. The main interior is accessible by wheelchair. |
| How do you book a guided tour of Regensburg Cathedral? | Public guided tours run daily without pre-booking – meet at the cathedral at the scheduled time. Group tours in English, Italian, and French can be booked by emailing [email protected]. |
| Is Regensburg Cathedral a UNESCO World Heritage Site? | Yes. It is part of the Old City of Regensburg and Stadtamhof ensemble, which was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2006. |
Things to do near Regensburg Cathedral
Steinerne Brücke (Stone Bridge) – A medieval bridge over the Danube dating from around 1135–1146, approximately 5 minutes’ walk north of the cathedral. One of the oldest stone bridges in Germany; free to cross on foot. The Historische Wurstküchl sausage kitchen at its south end has operated since the 12th century.
document Niedermünster – An archaeological excavation beneath the cathedral square, revealing layers of Roman, early medieval, and Carolingian structures. Guided tours available; entrance adjacent to the cathedral.
Schloss Thurn und Taxis – A large palace still owned and occupied by the princely Thurn und Taxis family, 10 minutes’ walk from the cathedral. Museum tours and guided visits available.
Altes Rathaus and Reichssaal – The medieval town hall and Imperial Hall, where the perpetual Diet of the Holy Roman Empire met from 1663 to 1806, approximately 5 minutes’ walk from the cathedral on Rathausplatz.
Schottenkirche St Jakob – A Romanesque church with a remarkable 12th-century carved north portal, a 10-minute walk from the cathedral. The portal sculptures are among the most complex in Germany.
What to visit tomorrow – more cathedrals within two hours
Passau Cathedral (Dom St Stephan) – A Baroque cathedral at the confluence of three rivers, approximately 1 hour by train from Regensburg. Home to the world’s largest cathedral organ, with daily midday organ concerts from May to October.
Frauenkirche Munich (Dom zu Unserer Lieben Frau) – Munich’s twin-towered Gothic cathedral, approximately 1 hour 15 minutes by train. The south tower is open to visitors for panoramic views; entry to the cathedral is free.
Bamberg Cathedral (Bamberger Dom) – A Romanesque and Early Gothic cathedral in Bamberg, a UNESCO city, approximately 1 hour by train north of Regensburg. Contains the famous Bamberg Rider equestrian sculpture (c.1230) and the tomb of Pope Clement II – the only papal tomb north of the Alps.
Nuremberg (St Lorenz and St Sebaldus) – Two major Gothic churches in Nuremberg’s old town, approximately 1 hour by train from Regensburg. St Sebaldus contains the elaborate bronze shrine of the city’s patron saint; St Lorenz is notable for Adam Kraft’s stone tabernacle.
Augsburg Cathedral (Hoher Dom Mariä Heimsuchung) – A Romanesque and Gothic cathedral in Augsburg, approximately 1 hour 15 minutes by train. Contains the world’s oldest figurative stained glass still in its original location, dating from the 11th century.
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