Walhalla

Walhalla is near the village of Donaustauf, approximately 10 km or 6 miles east of Regensburg. If you're driving, allow an extra 15 or 20 minutes to visit the ruined fortress in Donaustauf.

Excursion boats: The best way to reach Walhalla is by boat from the Steinerne Brücke (Stone Bridge) in Regensburg. Klinger GmbH offers a roundtrip voyage with a 1¼-hour layover at Walhalla, where you'll need to climb up the hill to visit the monument. The boat tour's narration is in German and English.

On some days, Klinger offers a boat excursion that substitutes a harbor tour for the layover at Walhalla. This is a good alternative if you aren't able to climb 358 steps and are willing to settle for a view of the monument from the river as the boat turns around.

Walhalla's opening hours

• April - September: 9 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.

• October: 9 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.

• November, March: 10 - 11:45 a.m., 1 - 3:45 p.m.

• Closed December 24, 25, and 31 and Shrove Tuesday.

• Note: Fees are charged for admission to the temple of fame and for parking.