SORAT Insel-Hotel Regensburg

Regensburg cathedral

Dom St. Peter cathedral is a great building of the period from Gothic style. The cathedral was built around 1250, inspired by other wonderful cathedrals such as in France. Whilst the building sports an imposing west facade with main entrance and its two towers rising 105 meters, the church vault with 32 metres height is dominated by its valuable glass windows painted on more than 100 panes.

Steinerne Brücke with Brückentor

Stone bridge is the oldest usable river crossing of the country. From 1135 onwards the path of the bridge swings on fifteen arches over the Danube and is a masterpieces of medieval architecture. The Wurstkuchl, the oldest sausage grill tavern, is situated behind bridge's gate, next to Salzstadl – and already served construction workers in middle ages.

Porta Praetoria

The Porta Praetoria city gate is considered one of the oldest buildings in the city today. It dates from 179 before Christi and was the Northern access to the former Roman encampment.

Baumburger Turm

Baumburger Turm tower located at Watmarkt was built in the 13th century and is one of the most beautiful genus tower. These towers, each one possessed by a patrician family, were fortifications within a town. Particularly attractive the open arcade.

Walhalla memorial

The imposing castle complex on the Walhalla river has been known as domicile for trading routes monitoring since the 10th century. Destroyed by the Swedish in 1634, Bavarian king Ludwig I built this columns temple for honouring great leaders from 1830 to 1842.

Bayern Hopper Ticket

Natural beauty, cultural wealth, impressive architecture, The special feeling when you visit Regensburg and the Upper Palatinate area is indescribable. In order to experience the beauty – the surrounding areas are worth a trip. As basis we recommend the Bayern Hopper train ticket.

Wellness in the hotel

Get pampered in our wellness area. This is exactly what you need to get your relaxation on.

• Sauna with relaxing room and showers [Third floor]
• Sauna times by arrangement
• Massage and beauty offers
• Appointments and prices on request

Running along the Donau river

Distance: 20 m

Regensburg is a paradise for runners. There are endless running tracks. For example from our hotel to the Donaupark park. But also the Winzerer running track with beautiful views over the town. Depending on your route you will find woodland, gravel, crushed rock or asphalt. All have one thing in common: They are almost free of cars – at any time of year.

Swimming in Wöhrdbad

Distance: 650 m

Wöhrdbad is a small summer open-air bath and green nature oasis, near Danube river. The 50-metre swimming pool, pool for non-swimmers and children, paddling pool, playground, a channel with a running current, a diving platform and a wide with old trees give the bath its special character. It guarantees bathing enjoyment for young and old.

Golfing at Minoritenhof convent estate

Distance: 14 km

The 18-hole course with well-kept fairways is wonderfully situated directly at the Danube river. One part of the course of the all in all 140 hectares large terrain is situated sloped landscape in the Danube valley. The other part runs very flat and partly directly along the shore. The course is sportively challenging and requires a good physical condition.

Biking on the Donauradweg trail

Distance: 500 m

From source to estuary into Black Sea, the popular Danube cycle path refers a length of 2.840 km. 12 km running through Regensburg. Breathtaking views and sights await you on that cycle path; takes you past a variety of sites and traces of Roman times in Regensburg. If you plan to hire a bike or looking for more touring advices, it's up to you to ask us.

Relaxing on the water

Distance: 600 m

Shipping to the Walhalla hall of fame and back? Or for ears and eyes to the whirling currents in the Danube with stories about bygone times and present. Head for the destination that is a dream for discoverers and take a Danube river mini-cruise. Your Danube steamer has already docked at Marc-Aurel-Ufer landing stage and awaits you.

Segway in Regensburg

Distance: 650 km

Lean forward and then glide, spin and twist your way along the Danube river or through the old town of Regensburg on a Segway. Discover the delights of its Unesco-listed historical center or pose for photos next to the river. Hang ten as you cruise past the spectacular views of the river. A fun, fresh way to sightsee or to relax.