Walhalla — Attraction in Donaustauf (VGem)

We parked car, got our ticket (2,50€), and then began to head up the stairs. Once we reached the top after a short walk, I instantly spotted the main building and wow, it’s impressive.

To the right are toilets, which were surprisingly clean, and a bit further ahead was the option to get some drinks and ice-cream. To the left is the Walhalla itself, and you can either take the stairs or head up the ramp to reach the inside.

You can walk along the arcade, and head around the building to reach the front. There you can either enjoy the scenery and fantastic view, or head down the stairs to enjoy a different perspective. I walked down all of the stairs, and then decided to take the ‘forest’ walk back up. And gosh, that really wasn’t the best decision I ever made. Only take this walk if you are prepared for a steed walk up.

If you want to, you can then head inside, which costs 4,50€ for a standard adult ticket. Currently only 35 people are allowed inside, and due to that I was able to take photo with not a lot of people walking around. I don’t know what numbers are usually allowed in, but if you want to enjoy it without masses of people, head there now or during the week.

The hall had been built in the style of Greek temples, and inside you can find busts of “great men and women” important to German history. I personally found the older ones really interesting look-wise, but the more modern ones rather lacking in comparison. Inside you will also find a statue of Ludwig I. who was the one responsible for this building. You have to wear a mask inside, and on the outside you need to be a bit careful as most visitors didn’t really pay attention to keeping distance or wearing their masks where they should have.

Overall the Walhalla is really worth a visit, especially if you like to take photos and enjoy the Greek...

……What an incredible experience to come and witness this picturesque site which the Neoclassical Temple is built on the top of the hill overlooking the Danube River flowing through the valley below! When you arrive at the parking area which has ample parking spaces for many vehicles there is a Parking Meter Machine where you pay first and display your voucher in the cars windscreen before making your ascent via more than a hundred long steps to the top! It’s so beautiful as the pathway is lined by very tall trees 🌲 displaying its autumn 🍂 colorful leaves 🍁 and the grass is lashes and green. When you arrive at the top in the distance you see what you are about to encounter the “PARTHENON” a massive Neoclassical temple. There are benches for you rest and catch your breath after the steep climb. The surroundings are impressive-lii beautiful with the well maintained landscapes surrounding the Temple. It’s really huge with many large marble pillars meters high. When you eventual-lii arrive at the front door and entrance you are overwhelmed by the beauty of the Danube river flowing below and the picturesque valley. It cost €4.50 per adult to gain entry to this Parthenon-like memorial to noted Germans! There are 130 bust the likes of Mozart, Einstein, Beethoven etc, etc. It’s really a fascinating experience to behold….a must visit when in this area near Regensburg! NB! There are very clean and...

I recently visited Valhalla with friends and family, and it was an incredible experience. This impressive monument near Regensburg, Bavaria, sits on a hill with a stunning view of the Danube River. Commissioned by Ludwig I of Bavaria in the early 1800s and designed by Leo von Klenze, it was completed in 1842. Valhalla resembles the Parthenon in Athens and celebrates famous Germans, with busts and plaques of big names like Goethe, Beethoven, and Einstein.

The structure itself is breathtaking, with grand columns and statues, and the view from the top is spectacular. You can see the beautiful countryside and the river stretching out below.

Getting there was part of the adventure. We took a boat trip on the Danube, which included a stop at Valhalla. Seeing the monument from the water was a unique and impressive perspective before heading up. Once we arrived, we enjoyed a short hike up the hill to the monument.

One of the highlights of our visit was having a picnic at the top. It's a great idea to bring some food and enjoy a meal while taking in the amazing views. There’s plenty of space to spread out a blanket, and the setting is perfect for relaxing and soaking up the scenery. We all agreed it was a memorable outing, combining stunning architecture with the beauty of the...