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Tours, excursions and extracurricular opportunities

Tours, excursions and extracurricular opportunities

Organised excursions offer you a chance to experience wonderful destinations in and around Passau. Get some fresh air and come along!

Tip: During the semester you can find important information, such as invitations for trips, on our Facebook page: International Office of Passau University - International Students.

Guided campus tours

Campus tours with AEGEE

Familiarise yourself with your new campus - and meet fellow students! AEGEE members will be offering campus tours at the following times:

  • Monday, 29 September 2025 at 14:00 (Nikolakloster)
  • Monday, 06 October 2025 at 16:00 (Nikolakloster)

The tours either start at the HS 10 of the Audimax (AM) building or the Upper Archway of the Nikolakloster (NK) building. To participate, please register with AEGEE in advance!

Virtual campus tour

If you missed the campus tours, or if you can't make it, our virtual campus tour can help you find your way. 

Passau: City tours

Discover your new home town together with student guides! AEGEE members will be offering guided tours through the city of Passau at the following times:

  • Dienstag, 30 September 2025 at 04 PM (Nikolakloster)
  • Wednesday, 11 October 2025 at 04 PM (Nikolakloster)

Unless stated otherwise, the tours start at the Upper Archway of the Nikolakloster (NK) building.

Trips and excursions

Walk to the Veste Oberhaus with AEGEE

  • Friday, 10 October 25 - 16:15

Immerse yourself in Passau's rich history! Our path winds its way to one of the most beautiful vantage points in the city of three rivers. From here, we can admire the many baroque buildings of the old town or let our gaze wander into neighboring Austria. The Veste Oberhaus is a 13th-century fortress that houses a museum and an observation tower, and is a great place to linger. If we're lucky, we will also have the chance to witness a beautiful sunset!

Meeting Point: Innwiese (Next to PHIL)

Hike around the Ilzschleife and ice bathing (River)

Saturday, 11 October 2025 at 11:00:

Join AEGEE on a beautiful autumn hike along the Ilz River. The trail leads through idyllic forests, past moss-covered rocks and the waters of the “Black Pearl of the Bavarian Forest.” Along the way, you’ll find picturesque viewpoints, quiet spots to pause, and the opportunity to discover the region’s unique flora and fauna. Bring your own lunch so we can enjoy a break together during the hike. Please wear sturdy footwear and bring a towel!

Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours
Meeting point: Innwiese (next to PHIL)

Day trip to Landshut

Saturday, 04 October 2025 - 10:00

This beautiful Bavarian city is located at the Isar river and worth a visit. By train it will take about 1 hour to get there. Have fun exploring some different sights.

Meeting Point: Passau Central Station

To participate, please register with AEGEE in advance!

Hiking Together to Café Blaas!

Sunday, 05. Oktober 2025 - 10:00

Fancy some fresh air, exercise, and a cozy break? Join us on our hike to Café Blaas near Passau! Enjoy a relaxed walk, wonderful views, and finish the day with delicious coffee and cake.

Meeting point: Upper archway (NK)

To participate, please register with AEGEE in advance!

Day trip to Munich

Friday, 03 April 2025 - 07:45

Join AEGEE on a trip to Munich, the biggest city in Bavaria! Explore its rich culture, history, and vibrant atmosphere.

Meeting Point: Passau Central Station

To participate, please register with AEGEE in advance!

Walk to Restaurant Mostbauer in Austria

Friday, 03 October 2025 - 11:00

After meeting at Innwiese, we will have a 1.5-2h walk to the restaurant garden Mostbauer. There you can have a refreshing drink or some lunch.

Duration: about 4-5 hours
Meeting point: Innwiese (next to PHIL)

To participate, please register with AEGEE in advance!

University Sport

Do you want to be active and meet your fellow students?

Sign up for a sports course at the University here (only in German language)!

Contacts for excursions and activities during the semester

AEGEE

AEGEE is looking forward to greet international students with useful and amusing tips, helping you to have a worthwhile time here in Passau during your studies. 

Student societies

If you want to meet with like-minded people, you can join one or multiple of the student societies.

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