Schifffahrtsmuseum im Ex-Wrack (Ruthof)

Museum Regensburg, Bavaria, Germany
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What to expect

The Schifffahrtsmuseum im Ex-Wrack, also known as the Regensburg Museum of Danube Shipping, is a maritime museum located in Regensburg, Germany. The museum is situated on board two historic Danube ships: the paddle steamer Ruthof/Érsekcsanád and the motor train ship Freudenau. Visitors can explore the original rooms on board, including the boiler room, engine room, command and steering position, and ship's galley. The museum provides an insight into the history of navigation on the German-speaking Danube, with dioramas, models, and display boards. The Freudenau is also technically fully functional and can be chartered. The museum is a great place to visit with family and friends to learn about the history of shipping on the Danube

Plan your family visit to the Schifffahrtsmuseum im Ex-Wrack (Ruthof) with these blog insights 👇

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Day trip: 8 hours in Regensburg with children

Day trip: 8 hours in Regensburg with children
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the small museum. We learned about the peculiarities of Danube shipping and were able to explore the old steamboat from top to bottom. Models and other exhibits convey the history of local shipping. We saw the machine room and the crew quarters

Highlights: We didn't regret this decision. The boys were enthusiastic about the old technology in the engine room. Also, the team quarters and galley were worth a look ✨