New Bishop's Residence & Cathedral Treasury
Neue Residenz & Domschatz
A Rococo bishop's palace beside the cathedral that houses the cathedral treasury, with a magnificent staircase hall of stucco and murals.
The New Bishop's Residence stands on Residenzplatz east of the cathedral. Built in the Rococo style in the mid-18th century, it was the seat of the Prince-Bishops of Passau. It now houses the Cathedral Treasury and Diocesan Museum (Domschatz- und Diözesanmuseum), displaying liturgical vessels, icons, and gold and silver work. The highlights are the Rococo staircase hall and ceiling paintings, and the route can also lead from inside the palace into the cathedral's upper gallery. In front of the palace, the Residenzplatz has a Wittelsbach Fountain and is surrounded by elegant noble mansions. Admission is about €4, and it is generally open only from May to October.
Opening hours
Approx. May–Oct 10:00–16:00; closed Sun
Nearby sights
- Höllgasse
- St. Stephen's Cathedral & Organ
- Glass Museum Passau
- Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus)
- Passau Old Town
- Danube Three Rivers Cruise
- Inn Promenade & Schaiblingsturm
- Veste Oberhaus