Where is the meeting point

In front of the portal of the city residence in the old town, address Altstadt 79, 84028 Landshut.

How long does the city tour last

The tour lasts about 90 minutes and runs through the flat old town.

What does participation cost

The price is 12 euros per person; registration is recommended.

How do I best get there

By bus to the Altstadt stop; it is about a 12-minute walk from the large parking lot Grieserwiese. Parking garages and bus lines are well developed in the center.

Is the tour barrier-free

The route mainly leads over flat cobbled paths in the pedestrian zone; depending on individual needs, please contact the Tourist Information in advance.

In which language is the tour conducted

The public tour is conducted in German.

Discover Landshut: King Ludwig I. Trail with Expert Knowledge and City Experience on Foot

Name: City Tour: King Ludwig I.
Start: 2026-04-12T17:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-04-12T19:00:00+02:00
Location: Stadtresidenz (Treffpunkt vor dem Portal)

Discover King Ludwig I. in Landshut – following the trail of a visionary Bavarian

This city tour makes history tangible: Along stunning facades and peaceful courtyards, you will follow the life traces of King Ludwig I. – from a disciplined student life to the cultural milestones that shaped Bavaria. The starting point is the city residence, a Renaissance jewel in the heart of the old town.

Reading the cityscape – architecture as a stage for history

In front of the city residence, a public square opens up, sharpening the senses: Renaissance meets Gothic gables and the lively street panorama of the old town. Your guide will explain how Duke Ludwig X. had the residence built as the first Renaissance palace north of the Alps and why this is the ideal starting point for tracing King Ludwig I.

University City Landshut – Crown Prince's years of study

With knowledgeable insight, the city tour leads to places that recall the university days in Landshut. You will learn how the university shaped Bavaria and why Ludwig I. later initiated the relocation of the university to Munich – a key to understanding Bavaria's educational landscape.

Cultural heritage – of artistic sensibility and city identity

The tour highlights how Ludwig's art patronage and sense for monumental buildings influenced the Bavarian style. Between the town hall backdrop and old town passages, a lively discovery experience unfolds: history is told here in stone, stucco, and street names.

Practically on the road – compact, informed, rich in experience

The tour lasts about 90 minutes and is aimed at culture-interested city explorers. The meeting point is in front of the city residence; the route runs through the flat old town. Public transport, parking, and barrier-free paths are well developed in the center.

Conclusion: You can expect a cultural-historical city tour, sensory impressions, and an informed contextualization of the local history. Secure your spot now and see Landshut with new eyes!