Ingolstadt is a Bavarian town flourishing under the rule of Duke Henry the Elder. A member of the Wittelsbach dynasty, Henry fosters the arts and sciences, making Ingolstadt a cultural center. The prestigious Ingolstadt University, founded in 1472, is already attracting students eager for knowledge. Economically important, the town sits on the Danube River, a key trade route. Fortifications like the Kreuztor (Cross Gate) protect the town, ensuring its continued prosperity.