Low Water Notice

Due to the current low water levels on the Danube, an alternative schedule is in effect for the Grand Danube River Cruise until further notice.

The cruise continues to operate at the regular departure times and runs between Schwedenplatz and Reichsbrücke via the Nussdorf Lock and back.

Section B continues to operate as usual. Section A cannot currently be operated.

Due to the current low water levels on the Danube in the Wachau, not all scheduled cruises can currently be operated. The cruises currently available can still be selected as usual in the ticket booking window.

The following cruises are currently available:

MS Dürnstein (daily)

10:30: Departure from Krems
Weißenkirchen Loop cruise
11:55: Arrival in Dürnstein
12:45: Departure from Dürnstein
13:45: Arrival in Krems

MS Dürnstein (October 17 & 24)

17:00: Departure from Dürnstein
Weißenkirchen Loop
18:30: Arrival in Krems

MS Austria (October 17 & 18)

11:00: Departure from Krems
Round trip via Weißenkirchen
14:00: Arrival in Krems

The Wachau Brunch departing from Krems on Sunday, 18 October 2026, will take place on board the MS Dürnstein.

Schedule:

10:30: Departure from Krems
Weißenkirchen Loop cruise
11:55: Arrival in Dürnstein
12:45: Departure from Dürnstein
13:45: Arrival in Krems

The Day Trip Vienna – Bratislava on Saturday, 17 October 2026, unfortunately has to be cancelled due to low water levels.

As an alternative, the Day Trip Vienna – Dürnstein is available on Sunday, 18 October 2026. Come on board and enjoy a relaxing cruise from Vienna to the picturesque Wachau Valley. In Dürnstein, you’ll have two hours to explore before returning to Vienna in the evening.