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Our Danube river cruises include wine tasting at private vineyards... visits to medieval towns and riverside castles... and private palace evenings that come alive with music and merriment.
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This picturesque "river of kings" carves a winding path through a total of ten modern-day European nations with landscapes characterized by vineyards, forested slopes, wine-producing villages and imposing fortresses that remain a testimony to kingdoms and culture... regal, romantic and ready to welcome Tauck river cruisers.
Tauck exclusive – imperial evening at palais pallavicini, our gala imperial evening at a private palace in vienna.
Built in 1784, the sumptuous Palais Pallavicini is a grand private palace in the heart of Vienna whose magnificent Baroque touches transport you to another time. Join us at the Palais for a gala evening featuring a reception, dinner and classical performances sure to sweep you off your feet... and let you experience firsthand how Europe's cultured classes lived and were entertained centuries ago. And film fans will note that the Palais and its elegant facade served as rogue Harry Lime's postwar Vienna apartment in the Cold War classic "The Third Man."
Bicycling along the Danube
What could be better than a leisurely bicycle ride along the danube.
A leisurely bicycle ride through countryside along the Danube River with your local guide is a perfect way to experience the centuries-old castles and lush vineyards of the Wachau Valley wine-growing region – declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its well-preserved medieval landscapes. Our river cruises offer numerous opportunities for cycling along Europe's rivers; every Tauck riverboats has bicycles aboard for use by guests ashore.
Passau, Germany
Beautiful, baroque passau, the "city of three rivers".
The charming Bavarian riverside city of Passau – situated at the confluence of the Inn, Ilz and Danube rivers – is the kind of town in which you'll set off on a walking tour with a local guide… and your guide's passion for his or her hometown makes your visit that much more special. Must-sees in this "City of Three Rivers" include the 17th-century Baroque Dom St. Stephan (St. Stephan's Cathedral), with its magnificent pipe organ – the largest in Europe – and the 14th-century Town Hall. Enjoy time on your own exploring Passau's pedestrian walkways through tunnels and archways and along ancient cobblestone streets, to find its wealth of Baroque architecture and beautiful churches, many of which are known for their exquisite stained glass.
Austria's Wachau Valley
The joys of austria's wachau valley along the danube.
Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its well-preserved medieval landscapes, the Wachau Valley, formed by the Danube River in Austria, invites a leisurely cruise past the lush vineyards of one of the country's premier wine regions… fairy-tale castles… ancient monasteries, like famed Melk Abbey, with its Baroque "facelift" from the 18th-century… and typical, post-card perfect villages like Dürnstein. Take a closer look at its Baroque houses and Romanesque church as you stroll down its one main street… then challenge yourself to an invigorating climb up centuries-old steps to the ruins of hilltop Kuenringerburg Castle, where England's King Richard the Lionhearted was once held for ransom by Austria's Duke Leopold V. The views from up here say all that need to be said about the Wachau Valley…
Hungarian State Opera, Budapest
Enjoy a special tauck visit to budapest's opulent hungarian state opera house.
Andrássy Avenue in the Pest section of Budapest is lined with grandiose public buildings. One of them is the Hungarian State Opera House, commissioned by Austro-Hungarian Emperor Franz Joseph and opened in 1884; its imposing façade is adorned with statues of great composers like Beethoven, Verdi and Mozart, and Hungarian favorite sons Ferenc Erkel and Franz Liszt greet you at the main entrance. The Emperor himself only attended one event here, but the imprint of his wife, the Empress Elisabeth (known fondly to her subjects as "Sisi"), a great patron of the arts and of the opera in particular, is all over the place – from the general grandeur of its interiors to the private box in which she attended many performances. If you love opera, this is the place to hear it, enjoying some of the best acoustics in Europe. But even if you don't, its sheer opulence makes it a must-see.
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The Danube River rises in Germany’s Black Forest and flows through or along the borders of 10 countries. A Danube River cruise may include spectacular cities like Vienna, Budapest, Munich and Prague. Danube river cruise ships wander through scenic old-country villages, stop at fairytale-esque castles, medieval fortresses, churches, museums, concert halls and more - to say nothing of the amazing food, wine and beer. River cruises on the Danube are sure to leave you with lifelong memories.
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Calm waters through europe's stormy history..
From Engelhartszell (Passau) to Vienna, Esztergom, Budapest, Bratislava, Krems and Melk to Engelhartszell (Passau).
Wouldn’t it be nice to experience several cities and landscapes in one single trip, and to discover that any one of these destinations would have made the trip worthwhile? This is exactly what you’ll experience on the almost 3,000-km stretch of the Danube between the Black Forest and the Black Sea. In irrepressible Bratislava, Renaissance meets socialism, and science fiction thrives alongside Baroque. Budapest – so majestic yet so quirky – has an improvisational feel, with its “ruin pubs” and former schools and factories converted into offices. And then there is the Hungarian language! Also: Vienna. Resembling an ornate pink confectionery creation, this is another city whose mixture of oriental, German and French influences make visitors fall in love with it. In fact, one trip to Vienna is not enough: you’ll want to keep coming back to discover more. And you’ll probably want to keep coming back for the Wäschermäderln, Vienna’s famous marzipan-stuffed apricots, too.
Explore Vienna individually - Private people carrier with driver for up to 5 people
Had an idea for a special tour? Your private people carrier for up to five people will take you to the exact sights that you want to see. You can also book an expert tour guide at the same time if you wish.
€ 399 per reservation for max. 5 people
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Explore Vienna individually - Private car with driver for up to 2 people
Would you like to explore Vienna by yourself? Your private car for up to two people will take you to the exact sights that you want to see. You can also book an expert tour guide at the same time if you wish.
€ 359 per reservation for max. 2 people
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Private Tour to the Viennese Coffee Houses - An experience for up to 5 people
When visiting Vienna, the coffee houses should not be left out. On a private tour you will experience the Viennese coffeehouse culture and everything that goes with it. Where does the delicious coffee come from, what roasts and varieties are used, and what is the celebration of coffee making all about? Trace the spirit of the old literati and artists and send your sense of taste on a journey of pleasure through the world of coffee in three of Vienna's best-known and most popular coffee houses.
€ 829 per reservation for max. 5 people
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Classic car ride through Vienna - An experience for up to 5 people
Enjoy a nostalgic ride through the beautiful city of Vienna. Discover the city in comfort, protected from the elements in an electrically powered classic car that travels at a maximum speed of 10 km/h. Sit back and relax as you explore the city. After a short taxi ride into the city centre, your tour will begin and you'll take in sights such as the Hofburg Palace, the Town Hall, the elegant street, Herrengasse and Stephansplatz Square. The classic cars are modelled on originals from the 1920s.
€ 259 per reservation for max. 5 people
approx. 1.5h
Taxi, Oldtimer and walking
With the alpaca to the sky meadow - A private experience for up to 5 people
Experience the special magic and calmness that alpacas exude on people. After getting to know each other, halter your companion and set off in the direction of sky meadows. As you walk across country lanes and meadows, you can enjoy a wonderful panorama and discover that the sky meadows live up to their name. During a short rest, you can fortify yourself and your alpaca friends and watch them graze. Enjoy the tranquillity before walking along woods to the end of the hike. Say goodbye to your new friends before heading back to the ship.
€ 499 per reservation for max. 5 people
approx. 3.5h
People carrier and walking
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Discover Vienna as a history detective
Get active and go on an exciting journey of discovery together with the whole family. What is this trail all about or why was a spy window actually needed back then? Almost 2,000 years of Viennese history are within reach. It's the details that reveal so much - sharpen your eye and experience Vienna as a history detective!
Takes place only on the following cruises:
3 April | 9 April | 15 July | 16 July | 22 July | 23 July | 29 July | 30 July | 5 August | 6 August | 12 August | 13 August | 19 August | 20 August | 14 October | 15 October | 21 October 2023
€ 32 per person
Coach and walking
Roundtrip through the historical Vienna
On this tour, you will get to know Vienna's most historically significant sights. We will begin with a drive along the Ringstrasse with its magnificent buildings, such as the State Opera, the Museum of Art History and the Museum of Natural History, the Hofburg Palace, the Parliament Building, the city hall, the university, the stock exchange and past numerous palaces and monuments to famous composers, poets and artists. We will then continue to travel along the Prater with its famous Ferris Wheel to the Hundertwasser house, to St. Charles's Church and the Viennese Music Association. One of Vienna's landmarks can only be reached by foot due to its location - St. Stephen's Cathedral. After a brief tour of the outside, you will be taken back to your cruise ship.
This excursion does not take place on the following cruises: 1 Nov | 5 Nov 2023 A-ROSA BELLA Danube Mini Cruise Vienna & Bratislava
€ 55 per person
Concert at the Kursalon - Category A
It will be an evening of superlatives! The Kursalon, built in the style of the Italian Renaissance in the 19th century by Johann Garben, is one of central Vienna's most beautiful concert halls. Once the location for musical events such as the Strauss brothers' famous Promenadenkonzerte or creations by the Waltz King, Johann Strauss. The Salon's own orchestra Alt Wien, one of Vienna's most well-known classical music ensembles, will doubtlessly provide you with a veritable musical firework, comprising the best works of Johann Strauss and the most well-known arias by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Virtuoso musicians, excellent opera singers and enchanting ballet soloists make for a truly unforgettable evening of highest artistic quality. A night to remember!
€ 79 per person
Concert tickets only; transfer can be organised separately on board
Concert at the Kursalon - Category B
€ 65 per person
Dinner in a Viennese Fiaker - An experience for up to 2 people
Experience a very special experience in Vienna: a ride on a Viennese Fiaker (horse-drawn carriage) through the beautiful city centre. Let yourself be pampered with culinary delights during the trip and enjoy a three-course menu, served by your personal butler. The Viennese Fiaker have been specially rebuilt for this unique experience, so that you can comfortably enjoy the menu, champagne and wine during the ride. Listen to the horse's hooves on the cobblestone and watch many Viennese sights passing by.
€ 799 per reservation for max. 2 people
Viennese Fiaker and walking
A traditional rustic Heurigen evening - a tour for up to 5 people
A stay in Vienna would not be complete without a visit to a Heuriger (traditional wine tavern). Located within the city limits but with rural character, the picturesque old winegrowing villages even win over the Viennese. On a private excursion for up to 5 people, we take you to a Heuriger. During a guided tour through the wine cellar, you will, of course, also get to taste some wines. Enjoy a relaxed stay, with a cosy atmosphere, delicious wine and typical specialities such as house bread with Liptauer, Grammelschmalz and cheese.
€ 799 per reservation for max. 5 people
approx. 4.5h
Private people carrier/car and walking
Enchanting Vienna by Night
In the evening, Vienna unfolds a very special magic. Just the artfully illuminated magnificent buildings that you pass on the Ringstrasse. And then this sea of lights! You can enjoy a breathtaking view of the thousands of twinkling lights from the Kahlenberg. At its foot you will find the wine-growing village of Grinzing. In a typical wine tavern you enjoy the evening with two glasses of wine, delicious snacks and traditional Schrammel music.
€ 69 per person
Meals and drinks: 2x 1/4l wine, small appetizers
In the footsteps of world-famous musicians - Vienna Central Cemetery
Follow in the footsteps of world-famous musicians and experience the unique atmosphere of the Vienna Central Cemetery. The Vienna Central Cemetery has many faces: On the one hand, it is the last resting place, not least of Ludwig van Beethoven or Udo Jürgens, and the most important cemetery of Vienna. On the other hand, it is an impressive park and recreation area as well as a place of contemplation. This diversity makes it a very special sight in the city.
Explore Budapest individually - English-speaking privater tour guide for up to 5 people
To Margaret Island, a little shopping afterwards and ending at Castle Hill? Or would you prefer to leisurely stroll along the Váci Utca and then enjoy a coffee at Café New York? You can plan your perfect day in Budapest on your own. It's up to you. With your personal guide and driver, you can explore Budapest individually.
€ 229 per reservation for max. 5 people
Explore Budapest individually - Private people carrier with driver for up to 5 people
Travel in comfort and visit all the parts of Budapest that you really want to see. You can also book an expert tour guide at the same time if you wish.
€ 359 per reservation for max. 5 people
Explore Budapest individually - Private car with driver for up to 2 people
Your driver will take you and your partner or travel companion to various places of interest such as Castle Hill, Gellert Baths and Spa or Heroes Square. You can also book an expert tour guide at the same time if you wish.
€ 349 per reservation for max. 2 people
Discover Budapest's culinary highlights exclusively - A private experience for up to 5 people
Join us on an exclusive tour of Budapest's culinary highlights. Not far from our berth is one of Budapest's most distinctive buildings. With approximately 10,000 square metres, the Budapest Market Hall is one of the largest in Europe and should not be missed during a visit to Budapest. In addition to the market hall, a trip to one of the strudel houses is also one of Hungary's culinary highlights. Take the tram along the banks of the Danube to a strudel house. There you can try the typical strudel with meat and sauerkraut. Finally, walk to Café Gerbaud, where all the sweet treats await you, before walking back to the ship.
walking and tram
Scenic flight over Budapest for up to 2 people
It's not just the destination that's the reward here, but the journey too. Especially over such an impressive metropolis as Budapest! After a short drive to the airport, you will board your helicopter and enjoy the 'Queen of the Danube' for 20 minutes from a bird's eye view.
€ 899 per reservation for max. 2 people
Transfer and flight
Budapest city tour
While you are sitting relaxed on your coach, the highlights of Budapest will pass by: the Millennium Monument on the spacious Heroes' Square, the magnificent opera, the former stock exchange and the imposing parliament building. Here you start a short walking tour, as this venerable building wants to be admired more closely. The tour continues to St. Stephen's Basilica, the largest church in the Hungarian capital, which is an UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Danube panorama. There is much to discover in this lively city!
Budapest by night
At night, the "Queen of the Danube" shows her sparkling side. Already a feast for the eyes during the day, its sights, illuminated in the dark, are hard to beat in terms of beauty. When you stop opposite the Parliament building, the Danube and the Pest district lie as a glittering carpet at your feet.
€ 39 per person
With the rickshaw through Budapest - A private experience for up to 2 people
Up close, but comfortably leaned back, discover one of the most beautiful cities in Europe on this private rickshaw tour. Whether Chain Bridge, Parliament or Margaret Island - there is so much to discover in the Hungarian capital Budapest. Let yourself be enchanted by this beautiful city with its thermal springs and art nouveau buildings and in the middle of it all the blue Danube.
€ 199 per reservation for max. 2 people
Rickshaw and walking
No rain protection. This excursion is only bookable on request. We recommend that you make a reservation online.
With the children's railway to the Budaer Hills
Get out of the city hustle and bustle and into the Hungarian low mountain range called Transdanubia. Escape the big city with your family, head to the Buda Mountains for the famous children's railway and get a taste of mountain air on short hikes. The children's railway is a narrow-gauge railway operated by children. For example, the conductors are children who accompany you through the beautiful mountain landscape. After a short ride, you get off and start your hike to a lookout tower from where you have a fantastic panoramic view. After a picnic break, you walk on to the next station of the children's railway. Back at the original railway station, the coach will take you back to the ship.
Takes place only on the following cruises: 3 April | 9 April | 15 July | 16 July | 22 July | 23 July | 29 July | 30 July | 5 August | 6 August | 12 August | 13 August | 19 August | 20 August | 14 October | 15 October | 21 October 2023
The wide land of the Puszta
What would Hungary be without the Puszta? Immerse yourself in the almost untouched hinterland and visit the Apajpuszta with its unique grasslands. Experience the flair of this area, which is part of the Kiskunzang National Park, from a horse-drawn carriage on a short tour. After a horse show by the Csikos, which is well worth seeing, taste typical Hungarian snacks.
Bratislava, home to approximately 450,000 inhabitants and located on the left bank of the Danube, is a young capital city – the youngest in Europe, in fact. Throughout the old town, you’ll see traces of the Austro-Hungarian Empire wherever you go. This leisurely city of baroque and rococo, palaces and palisades, and art and coffee houses is a perfect place to wander around, marvel at impressive sights, relax and unwind.
Explore Bratislava individually - Private people carrier with driver for up to 5 people
Booking a private people carrier will ensure that you travel through the city in comfort, whether you choose to visit Castle Hill, the old town or the UFO restaurant with its observation deck. You can also book an expert tour guide at the same time if you wish. Enjoy getting to know the fantastic city of Bratislava on a tour that's as individual as you are.
Explore Bratislava individually - Private car with driver for up to 2 people
Would you like to go on a customised tour with your partner or travel companion? Your driver will take you to various sights and attractions including Castle Hill. You can also book an expert tour guide at the same time if you wish.
€ 399 per reservation for max. 2 people
Explore Bratislava's culinary highlights exclusively - A private experience for up to 5 people
This excursion combines the sights of the city with the culinary highlights of Bratislava. As you stroll through the old town, typical Slovak specialities await you. Look forward to Slovak liquor, delicious appetisers and the Slovak national dish "Brimser Nockerl". In addition to explanations of Slovakian food culture, dessert is also a must. For this, you will walk to a historic bakery where delicious sweets called "Bratislava Bajgel" are waiting for you.
A visit to the Bratislava Zoo
Join us on an adventure for young and old at Bratislava Zoo. In the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains, the Bratislava Zoological Garden is 96 square metres in size and is home to over 1000 animals. Stroll through the leafy forest and marvel at the variety of animals, from tropical monkeys to sloths, rhinos, flamingos and many more! In addition to the zoo, the Bratislava Zoo also houses a dinosaur park. Here you can marvel at an exhibition of life-size dinosaur models.
€ 49 per person
City Walk through Bratislava - Included excursion
Discover the beautiful old town of Bratislava, which you you can find not far from our berth. Old and new mix together in this unique city. Numerous students enjoy their time in idyllic cafés in front of a historical scenery. You will pass Renaissance town houses and baroque palaces. Right next to those, you can also find modern statues throughout the old town.
This excursion is not included in the Basic rate. You can add it for € 19 per person.
This excursion is included in the Premium rate. Please register for this excursion anyway so that we can register the number of participants.
Krems an der Donau is not far from the Austrian capital of Vienna. The city is part of the Wachau, a stretch of the Danube valley and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your Danube cruise will take you through Krems, passing through the Wachau on the way to and from Vienna.
Discover the Wachau individually - Private English-speaking tour guide for up to 5 people
Discover the unique Wachau with your private English-speaking guide and learn interesting and exciting information about the beautiful landscape and villages. Whether the story of the blue and white baroque church in Dürnstein or everything about the landmark of the Wachau, Melk Abbey. You choose the programme and your tour guide will provide you with anecdotes and facts.
€ 459 per reservation for max. 5 people
Can only be booked in combination with a van or car. This excursion is only bookable on request. We recommend that you make a reservation online.
Discover the Wachau individually - private car with driver for up to 2 people
Are you travelling as a couple and would like to explore the beautiful Wachau region individually? Then book your private car for up to 2 people and discover the unique region. You can also book an expert tour guide at the same time if you wish.
€ 459 per reservation for max. 2 people
Excursion to Dürnstein and Melk Abbey
Dürnstein's main sight is the church with its blue and white baroque spire. Artful reliefs show the suffering of Christ and four obelisks with the images of the apostles' tower into the sky. The Collegiate Church was built in the 15th century and was originally an Augustinian monastery, before it was rebuilt in baroque style. The fortress, which towers over the city, was built in the middle of the 12th century and became the prison of King Richard I (Richard the Lionheart) about fifty years later. The fortress was widely destroyed in the 17th century and today, only the fascinating and romantic ruins remain. You will then continue along the Danube to one of Europe's most magnificent baroque buildings and the highlight of this excursion: the Benedictine Abbey Melk. Situated on a 60-metre-tall ridge, it offers a fantastic view over the Danube and the dreamlike landscape of the Wachau.
A visit to Melk, the ‘Gateway to the Wachau’, brings you to the Danube Valley UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can marvel at glorious landscapes. And no trip to the Wachau would be complete without a trip to Melk Abbey, a Benedictine monastery. This is a region where towns and landscapes appear to exist in perfect harmony.
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Danube water levels 2023 and similar topics - plus tips and info
By notamermaid , January 24, 2023 in River Cruising
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Hello everyone,
here is the thread on the Danube for 2023.
We will look again at the weather and most importantly the river levels. Do join us this year with your comments and tips and share your excitement about cruising on this European river that flows through many countries on its long journey East.
Safe travels.
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Praying for great water levels on the Danube this year...we may actually be able to cruise, and even if we end up on a bus, I'm sure we will love it. Just don't want it cancelled again!
I'm scheduled for 2024 but will be interested to follow this one to see how it goes. I originally selected Early August but now I think I might change it to late June.
We are due to board AmaMagna in 2 moths, Mar 27th, at Vilshofen, Germany. 2 weeks to Giurgia, Romania.
We'll let you know...
Changed my cruise to June/July so hopefully the heat and river levels will be better.
We are excited to board in Budapest to Passau with Uniworld. Hopefully the water levels will cooperate. thank you notametermaid for all your posts.
26 minutes ago, vino100 said: thank you notametermaid for all your posts.
My pleasure. Have a fantastic time on the river. Coming up: a first look at the water levels, meaning January 2023.
What was January at Pfelling like? Here is the gauge:
The month started at a level well above the mean and then went down. The middle of January saw much rain and a small peak is visible in the graph but the level did not return to the previous high. Although it has been raining (and snowing) since then it has not been substantial enough to keep the level up. The temperatures are too cold for much snow melt - and frost is what we want to see in January. A standard month overall I would say. But a bit more precipitation in the higher regions of Bavaria would be good now.
Let us start the tips in this thread this year with a snow scene, the magnificent Neuschwanstein Castle in white surrounded by white rocks: https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2023/jan/26/bavaria-walking-holiday-hiking-germany-south
It is my preferred season for photos of the Schloss. A quieter time I expect, too. One of the most visited sights in Germany it can get a bit busy...
Now, the castle is quite a distance from the Danube but offered as an excursion pre- or post-cruise with some river cruise lines.
Is it worth the detour or add-on? In my opinion, yes! Far from being old, the building is still a masterpiece of one man's dream castle and the mountains are nice to look at, too.
@notamermaid I love that castle. One of my favorite. I remember pushing my daughter in her stroller while prego with my son. By the time we got up there I thought I was going in labor. I would love to see it again one day.
Let us stay in Germany and pre- or post-cruise, I know many of you are interested in Nuremberg and certain infamous and trying times, or the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam. Here is a tip for you that came to me as it is an anniversary, the 80th anniversary of the arrest of Sophie Scholl. It is quite present in the news in Germany right now. The young woman studied in Munich so if you want to see this, there is a memorial to her. I think this article explains it well: https://www.nationalww2museum.org/war/articles/sophie-scholl-and-white-rose
It was turned into a film: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0426578/
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Fasching! Let us stay a bit longer in Munich and have a look at a tradition that will take place on Shrove Tuesday. It is the Dance of the Market Women: https://www.iamexpat.de/lifestyle/expat-events-festivals/dance-market-women
Fasching (Carnival) starts on 11 November but street carnival with parades and other activities really gets going today, which is Weiberfastnacht or "fat Thursday".
Apparently the biggest parade in Bavaria takes place in Würzburg on Sunday.
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In the U.K. it’s pancake day some! Race down the road tossing pancakes from a frying pan. For me it’s making pancakes for DH the only day of the year I make them, wish me luck, or maybe it should be him.
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It is March and time to look at how the Danube in Bavaria has been doing. Here is the graph for Pfelling:
The month started with a good level and before it could fall to low, rainfall saw the river react with a sharp rise to figures way above the mean but not yet substantial flooding. The decline followed promptly but the Danube at Pfelling has stayed at a pleasant level since. The month finished at around 340cm which is not as high as one may expect at this time of year but it is good enough to look promising for the first river cruise sailings, meaning the level is stable. Flooding in Germany or Austria? Nowhere to be seen and not predicted to come for a few days. Tuesday will be a rainy day all over the valley in Germany so the river should react to that, perhaps with more than just a tiny rise?
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Thanks so much for the update! Our Danube cruise departs the end of March, and I specifically chose the Spring season to avoid the lower water levels that often occur in the Summer.
I did hear this has not been the best year for snowfall for ski resorts in the Alps, so the melting snow may not help the rivers as much.
Please continue to share your important and useful information. DANKE!!
I will be cruising onboard the Amadeus Silver iii on the 6th April from Passau to Budapest and back to Passau. We will be calling in at Emmerdorf, Durnstein, Vienna, Budapest, Bratislavia and Linz. Hopefully the water levels will allow safe navigation as my previous cruise on the Amadeus Silver iii on the Main had to be amended due to low water levels on the Rhine and the Danube.
2 hours ago, braemar12 said: Passau to Budapest and back to Passau.
That should be fine, definitely in (mild) low water as you are not going into the stretch from Straubing to Vilshofen. There is of course a risk of flooding which does not look too likely right now. But April is a long way away yet for the weather conditions and river levels. As a side note for river cruisers: during official flooding the authorities stop river traffic (in Germany) so no chance of company or captain doing anything about that. I am not familiar with the other countries' regulations. When the river rises a notorious bridge in Passau can stop your ship from sailing, passage may be difficult to impossible before there is an actual ban on traffic.
I have not heard of Emmersdorf as a port before, it appears it will be used on your Amadeus itinerary for access to Melk and its magnificent abbey. Went there on my cruise at the beginning of April 2013. Amazing place. I enjoyed almost everything about my Passau return cruise, I did more or less your itinerary. The company I went with is defunct, but the MS Belvedere stills sail on the Danube and sometimes the Main. Passau return trip is typical with German river cruise companies. One of the great things was seeing winter turn into early spring within that week. Falling asleep in a deck chair wrapped in a blanket in early spring sunshine one afternoon. Bliss.
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It is cold in Germany, but we have a weather situation you may not expect, although it is not that uncommon an occurrence. While the West and North are cold, Southern Bavaria actually sees little snow compared to the rest of Germany and Munich's temperatures are set to rise possibly into the double digits. After snow and much rain, this warmer weather will get to other regions of Germany, too. And we can expect the Danube to rise quite a bit, the forecast for the upper Danube before Ingolstadt is already showing this.
I mentioned Ingolstadt in my last post. This town, administratively classified as a city, is in Bavaria, the region is Oberbayern. Before the Danube becomes an international waterway it has already run through Germany for 500km. Ingolstadt is one of several towns along that stretch. It is somewhat a pity that river cruisers hardly ever get to see anything of the "young" Danube. Would people be interested in exploring the region I wonder? You could actually fly into Basel or Stuttgart and take a coach to the Danube. However, all exploration would have to be on land as there is no boat with an engine allowed on the Danube up to Kelheim. With a tiny exception. But that is for another time. This is Ingolstadt as described in an English brochure: https://newcityplatform.de/wp-content/uploads/ingolstadt-tourismus-historic-city-tour-online.pdf
Quite a bit to see. Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, ring a bell? Yes, the doctor studied in Ingolstadt in her novel. This is the place, now the German Museum of Medical History: https://www.dmm-ingolstadt.de/ One could offer a pre-cruise to Ulm, Ingolstadt and Kelheim and then board a river cruise ship in Regensburg.
2 hours ago, notamermaid said: I mentioned Ingolstadt in my last post. This town, administratively classified as a city, is in Bavaria, the region is Oberbayern. Before the Danube becomes an international waterway it has already run through Germany for 500km. Ingolstadt is one of several towns along that stretch. It is somewhat a pity that river cruisers hardly ever get to see anything of the "young" Danube. Would people be interested in exploring the region I wonder? You could actually fly into Basel or Stuttgart and take a coach to the Danube. However, all exploration would have to be on land as there is no boat with an engine allowed on the Danube up to Kelheim. With a tiny exception. But that is for another time. This is Ingolstadt as described in an English brochure: https://newcityplatform.de/wp-content/uploads/ingolstadt-tourismus-historic-city-tour-online.pdf Quite a bit to see. Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, ring a bell? Yes, the doctor studied in Ingolstadt in her novel. This is the place, now the German Museum of Medical History: https://www.dmm-ingolstadt.de/ One could offer a pre-cruise to Ulm, Ingolstadt and Kelheim and then board a river cruise ship in Regensburg. notamermaid
Very interesting you are posting about Inglostadt. In April we are flying into Frankfurt, then Aschaffenburg, Karlstadt, Wurzburg, Inglostadt, Berchtesgaden, Chiemsee, Rosenheim and back to Frankfurt. I have a painting from my Grandparents of St. Sebastian in Ramsau. Not sure why they got the painting, they were both from Germany/Poland, must of been in the 1950's. We certainly will look forward to Inglostadt, thanks for all your postings!
Danube water level graphs are now showing the rises in the forecast. Tomorrow afternoon we will see a significant jump in figures, not just along the upper reaches but also at Kelheim, Regensburg and Straubing. Pfelling is getting a little low, now at 312cm and likely to remain stable for the next few hours, meaning not a significant further decline. Rise to follow in due course after Regensburg and Straubing so probably tomorrow evening.
The level at Pfelling did indeed stay stable overnight, The rise started a bit earlier than forecast. It is now at 340cm and anticipated to rise to 400cm and above during tomorrow.
I suggested going from Basel on the Rhine to the young Danube. You may think this is a bit of an unusual suggestion - it is - seeing that the Danube is quite a distance from the Rhine - it is not. I have marked it on the map, the town I chose is Donaueschingen, the name says it, is already the Danube:
Konstanz with Lake Constance - highly recommended - is to the right of the photo, I have cut off nearly half of it.
From Stuttgart on the Neckar you get there even faster as a motorway is conveniently close by.
The level at Pfelling has peaked and is now at 443cm. Passau was still rising earlier this morning but the graph indicates it may be levelling off. 481cm now, that is somewhat lower than I had expected it would be today. No problem getting through under the bridges.
A somewhat unusual and "curious" accident is in the headlines in Germany. A ship sank yesterday in the lock "Geising", that is in the district of Regensburg. The barge "Achim" loaded with iron ore sank and it was first not clear what had happened. It is assumed that it broke in two. The captain and another crew member still on the ship were able to save themselves but sustained injuries. They were both taken to hospital. Does not look too bad though. Diesel is in the lock and the water was tested. No harm to the environment so far outside of the lock, it seems. Needless to say the lock is not usuable and both ship and heavy load will be a bit of a task to lift. Any possible damage to the lock will have to be assessed as well.
It will cause some disruption to traffic, but the locks on the Canal are due for maintenance soon anyway. Scheduling for the maintenance may be affected.
Here is a report: https://www.br.de/nachrichten/bayern/gueterschiff-an-schleuse-in-der-oberpfalz-untergegangen,TY6okAs
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Paddlewheel ships aren’t just found on US rivers. CroisiEurope is the only cruise line to run paddlewheel cruises on two European rivers – the Elbe and the Loire. Other boats are few and far between – these rivers are notoriously shallow but the latest paddlewheel technology means CroisiEurope’s boats can sail these stretches of water year-round.
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Viking Cruises’ fleet has both ocean and river boats
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Excursions are varied, with smaller groups
Because river cruising ships are smaller, the chances of having to join tour groups the size of a Glastonbury crowd are slim, and excursions are more intimate. A case in point is European Waterways , known for their passion for slow travel. Excursions include a tour of the Château de la Motte led by the resident Baroness and visits to the Dalwhinnie whisky distillery, which you’ll travel to in an air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz minibus.
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More river cruise lines are heading to remote rivers. One example is Seabourn . In 2023 the line launches a 14-day Wild Guianas To The Amazon Basin cruise, which sails along Brazil’s Guajará River, a tributary of the Amazon. Excursions include a trip to meet local Indigenous groups – a reminder that Amazon river cruises are great options for getting off the beaten path.
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American river cruises have become incredibly popular in recent years, and in 2023 the American Queen Voyages launches the longest itineraries offered by this historic cruise line. The 23-day itineraries (the first one departs in July) will sail along the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers and take in lesser-known destinations such as Maysville in Kentucky, Madison in Indiana, Point Pleasant in West Virginia and Marietta in Ohio.
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Experts will join passengers onboard Ponant ships
Uniworld’s decision to combine sailing with luxury railway trips onboard Golden Eagle’s trains is a sign of the times – we’ll see more collaborations designed to enhance guests’ experience. In 2023 Ponant is collaborating with Smithsonian Journeys to offer sailings with onboard experts, such as world-renowned climate specialist Steve Paton, who will provide further insight into areas such as the San Blas archipelago.
Riverside Luxury Cruises is the new kid on the block
River cruising might sound like a crowded market, but the launch of Riverside Luxury Cruises in April 2023 proves that there’s always room for more. This new line launched with one ship – Riverside Mozart – and offers cruises starting in Vienna, Budapest and Passau. The ship’s rooftop bar looks pretty special, although we’re equally excited about the cuisine, inspired by regions the ship sails through.
Even the busiest rivers have quiet spots
The landscape is fabulously diverse
Some river cruise companies cover lakes too
CroisiEurope is the only river cruise line operating on Lake Kariba in Southern Africa. There are two cruise ships to choose from – African Dream and Zimbabwean Dream. Both ships accommodate 16 passengers in eight cabins, and there’s a rooftop bar and restaurant from which guests can soak up the views.
Most river cruises are truly all-inclusive
We’ve all come across cruise lines which claim to be all-inclusive but are actually anything but. These days, more cruise lines are going all out to offer passengers better value for money by including everything from premium drinks to excursions. Scenic River Cruises is a great example – cruise prices include flights from the UK, transfers, premium drinks, all meals (including fine dining ones) and excursions.
You’re unlikely to feel seasick on a river cruise
River cruises will take you to the end of the world (almost)
River cruises can take you to some of the world’s most remote places, as well as waterways which simply aren’t explored very often. CroisiEurope, for example, is the only operator to offer cruises on Spain’s Guadalquivir River (pictured at Seville), while the Heritage Line’s new Upper Mekong cruise, which sets sail in August 2023, will focus on remote areas of Laos.
You can cruise the world’s longest river
The views are better
There are no interior cabins on river cruise ships – all cabins face outwards and most have floor-to-ceiling windows. Cruise lines make the most of the space in innovative ways, too. On several Uniworld vessels, for example, mirrors are actually concealed televisions. The cabins at the rear of riverboats are often the cheapest – but if you’re a light sleeper, remember that this is because the engines are located here.
Cruise lines are investing in air-filtering technology
One example is Amadeus River Cruises . In May 2023 the line launched Amadeus Riva, which has a hi-tech air filtration system with a two-stage purification system capable of removing aerosols – including any containing microscopic virus particles – from interior spaces.
The added extras are getting better
It's easier to avoid the crowds
There are no (or at least fewer) boring transfers
On ocean cruises, the excitement about seeing the local landmark/record-breaking attraction/ancient site quickly dissipates when there’s a one-hour bus journey between you and the site in question. Not so with river cruising, simply because of the increased accessibility. A great example is the iconic arch in St Louis, Missouri (pictured) – this feat of engineering is just a 10-minute walk from the dock used by river boats.
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