Explore the Grandeur of Alte Universität

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving to Alte Universität from anywhere in Spessart, head towards the A3 motorway. Find the nearest exit leading to Würzburg (Exit 64: Würzburg/Eisenheim). Once on the A3, follow the signs for Würzburg and take the B19 exit towards Würzburg-Zentrum. Continue straight onto Rottendorfer Str. which becomes Bahnhofstraße. Drive towards the city center, and follow the signs to Domerschulstraße. The Alte Universität is located at Domerschulstraße 16, 97070 Würzburg. Parking is available at nearby parking garages, which may incur a fee (approximately €1.50 per hour).

• Public Transportation

  To reach Alte Universität using public transportation, you can take a train from Spessart to Würzburg Hauptbahnhof (main train station). The journey typically takes around 30 minutes. Once you arrive at Würzburg Hauptbahnhof, exit the station and head towards the bus stop in front of the station. Take bus number 4 or 14 towards 'Zellerau' and get off at the 'Domerschulstraße' stop. From there, it is a short 5-minute walk to Alte Universität at Domerschulstraße 16. A one-way ticket costs around €3.00.

• Bicycle

  For those who prefer cycling, there are designated bike paths from Spessart to Würzburg. You can follow the Main river path, which is scenic and safe for cyclists. The distance is approximately 20 km and will take about 1-1.5 hours, depending on your cycling speed. Once you reach Würzburg, follow local bicycle signage to Domerschulstraße 16. Make sure to lock your bike at designated bike racks near Alte Universität.

• Walking

  If you are already in the city center of Würzburg, you can easily walk to Alte Universität. From the Marktplatz, head southeast onto Domstraße, continue onto Domerschulstraße. The walk is about 10-15 minutes, and it is a pleasant stroll through the historic part of the city. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes as some streets may be cobblestoned.