Danube's Great Cities

Vienna

The capital of Austria is one of those cities that every traveler should have visited once in the course of his life. Hardly any other city in the world has to offer such an enchanting combination of magnificent architecture, world-famous museums and theaters and beautiful green spaces. No wonder, the entire city center of Vienna is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Vienna is known worldwide for its palaces of emperors, kings and nobles, such as Schönbrunn Palace, the Belvedere and the Hofburg. But the city's many churches, especially the landmark St. Stephen's Cathedral, are also worth a visit. Museum visitors come at the numerous world-class museums in the city, such as the Albertina, the Museum of Art History and the Museum Leopold anyway fully at their expense..

Esztergom

Esztergom is located in beautiful Hungary on the Danube and has numerous sights, such as the Basilica, the Castle Museum or the Mária Valéria Bridge. Near here is also the Danube Bend, a bend of the river and nature reserve. From the bridge you have a unique view of the Basilica. Outside the city is Lake Palatinus, a top-class recreation area. The border with Slovakia is also not far here. If you want thermal cures, you should go to Slovakia.

Budapest

"Pearl of the Danube" or "Paris of the East"? One thing is certain, Budapest has a lot to offer! From afar, the Parliament building on the banks of the river greets you and lets the Hungarian capital shine in its old splendor. The imposing Chain Bridge invites you to explore the districts of Buda and Pest, which are adorned with Art Nouveau buildings, wide avenues and thermal baths steeped in history. After a piece of the famous Baumkuchen, the breathtaking view from the Castle Hill with its Castle Palace and the impressive Fishermen's Bastion can be enjoyed even better.

Bratislava

The capital of Slovakia is located on the border with Austria and Hungary. It is home to about 450,000 people. The old town of Bratislava dates back to the 18th century and is a great place to stroll around thanks to its car-free zone. The cafés and bars there serve the city's famous dark beer. Bratislava's landmark - the Bratislava Castle - is located on a hill. From its terrace you have the best view of the city and the Danube.

Krems

Krems is considered one of the oldest towns in Austria: it was first mentioned as Chremisa as early as 995, and the town charter for Krems and Stein is documented for the year 1305. This centuries-long history, which has always been closely interwoven with the Danube, is reflected in the old towns, which have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with the Wachau since 2000. There is much to discover on a walk through Krems and Stein: be it the many churches from different eras or the narrow, cobbled streets and picturesque squares with their historic buildings, statues and small monuments - those who walk through Krems and Stein with open eyes will be richly rewarded! If the Wachau weather is not in such a good mood, the museums of the Art Mile Krems offer a varied program for young and old.

Linz on the Danube

Linz is the capital of the province of Upper Austria. Around around the central main square invite churches, pretty facades and charming stores invite you to a stroll through the old town. Who once here, should definitely stop at one of the cozy Kaffeehäuser and enjoy the world-famous Linzer Tortesince it tastes best in its homeland. A dreamhaftes panorama is offered by the Pörstlingberg, which can be reached on foot or convenient to reach by mountain railroad. From the viewplatform and the baroque pilgrimage church is recommended Detour to the Grottenbahn, an enchanting fairy-tale world that not only brings children's eyes to shine.

Engelhartszell

The market town of about 900 inhabitants on the Danube is located in the Upper Austrian Innviertel. The Engelhartszell is known for the Austria-wide only Trappist monastery Stift Engelszell. It was founded in the 13th century as a Cistercian monastery and was run as such until the 18th century. It was not until 1925 that it was repopulated by the Trappists. The impressive collegiate church is one of the most beautiful rococo churches in the country. A visit to the associated monastery brewery, the monastery store and the monastery grounds are highly recommended. The Engelhartszell Danube World with its large aquarium, sensory garden and the water experience Mini Danube is worth a visit. Here, the Danube can be experienced in an exciting way by young and old. Art lovers can view works by representatives of classical modernism in the Schütz Art Museum. Among the more than 600 works on display are works by Schiele, Kokoschka or Klimt. The district of Oberranna is crowned by the "Römerburgus", which is about 1700 years old. It is considered the best preserved building of the Roman period in Upper Austria and is part of the Danube Limes.

River Day

Vienna

The capital of Austria is one of those cities that every traveler should have visited once in the course of his life. Hardly any other city in the world has to offer such an enchanting combination of magnificent architecture, world-famous museums and theaters and beautiful green spaces. No wonder, the entire city center of Vienna is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Vienna is known worldwide for its palaces of emperors, kings and nobles, such as Schönbrunn Palace, the Belvedere and the Hofburg. But the city's many churches, especially the landmark St. Stephen's Cathedral, are also worth a visit. Museum visitors come at the numerous world-class museums in the city, such as the Albertina, the Museum of Art History and the Museum Leopold anyway fully at their expense..

Esztergom

Esztergom is located in beautiful Hungary on the Danube and has numerous sights, such as the Basilica, the Castle Museum or the Mária Valéria Bridge. Near here is also the Danube Bend, a bend of the river and nature reserve. From the bridge you have a unique view of the Basilica. Outside the city is Lake Palatinus, a top-class recreation area. The border with Slovakia is also not far here. If you want thermal cures, you should go to Slovakia.

Budapest

"Pearl of the Danube" or "Paris of the East"? One thing is certain, Budapest has a lot to offer! From afar, the Parliament building on the banks of the river greets you and lets the Hungarian capital shine in its old splendor. The imposing Chain Bridge invites you to explore the districts of Buda and Pest, which are adorned with Art Nouveau buildings, wide avenues and thermal baths steeped in history. After a piece of the famous Baumkuchen, the breathtaking view from the Castle Hill with its Castle Palace and the impressive Fishermen's Bastion can be enjoyed even better.

Bratislava

The capital of Slovakia is located on the border with Austria and Hungary. It is home to about 450,000 people. The old town of Bratislava dates back to the 18th century and is a great place to stroll around thanks to its car-free zone. The cafés and bars there serve the city's famous dark beer. Bratislava's landmark - the Bratislava Castle - is located on a hill. From its terrace you have the best view of the city and the Danube.

Krems

Krems is considered one of the oldest towns in Austria: it was first mentioned as Chremisa as early as 995, and the town charter for Krems and Stein is documented for the year 1305. This centuries-long history, which has always been closely interwoven with the Danube, is reflected in the old towns, which have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with the Wachau since 2000. There is much to discover on a walk through Krems and Stein: be it the many churches from different eras or the narrow, cobbled streets and picturesque squares with their historic buildings, statues and small monuments - those who walk through Krems and Stein with open eyes will be richly rewarded! If the Wachau weather is not in such a good mood, the museums of the Art Mile Krems offer a varied program for young and old.

Linz on the Danube

Linz is the capital of the province of Upper Austria. Around around the central main square invite churches, pretty facades and charming stores invite you to a stroll through the old town. Who once here, should definitely stop at one of the cozy Kaffeehäuser and enjoy the world-famous Linzer Tortesince it tastes best in its homeland. A dreamhaftes panorama is offered by the Pörstlingberg, which can be reached on foot or convenient to reach by mountain railroad. From the viewplatform and the baroque pilgrimage church is recommended Detour to the Grottenbahn, an enchanting fairy-tale world that not only brings children's eyes to shine.

Engelhartszell

The market town of about 900 inhabitants on the Danube is located in the Upper Austrian Innviertel. The Engelhartszell is known for the Austria-wide only Trappist monastery Stift Engelszell. It was founded in the 13th century as a Cistercian monastery and was run as such until the 18th century. It was not until 1925 that it was repopulated by the Trappists. The impressive collegiate church is one of the most beautiful rococo churches in the country. A visit to the associated monastery brewery, the monastery store and the monastery grounds are highly recommended. The Engelhartszell Danube World with its large aquarium, sensory garden and the water experience Mini Danube is worth a visit. Here, the Danube can be experienced in an exciting way by young and old. Art lovers can view works by representatives of classical modernism in the Schütz Art Museum. Among the more than 600 works on display are works by Schiele, Kokoschka or Klimt. The district of Oberranna is crowned by the "Römerburgus", which is about 1700 years old. It is considered the best preserved building of the Roman period in Upper Austria and is part of the Danube Limes.

River Day

Vienna

The capital of Austria is one of those cities that every traveler should have visited once in the course of his life. Hardly any other city in the world has to offer such an enchanting combination of magnificent architecture, world-famous museums and theaters and beautiful green spaces. No wonder, the entire city center of Vienna is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Vienna is known worldwide for its palaces of emperors, kings and nobles, such as Schönbrunn Palace, the Belvedere and the Hofburg. But the city's many churches, especially the landmark St. Stephen's Cathedral, are also worth a visit. Museum visitors come at the numerous world-class museums in the city, such as the Albertina, the Museum of Art History and the Museum Leopold anyway fully at their expense..

Esztergom

Esztergom is located in beautiful Hungary on the Danube and has numerous sights, such as the Basilica, the Castle Museum or the Mária Valéria Bridge. Near here is also the Danube Bend, a bend of the river and nature reserve. From the bridge you have a unique view of the Basilica. Outside the city is Lake Palatinus, a top-class recreation area. The border with Slovakia is also not far here. If you want thermal cures, you should go to Slovakia.

Budapest

"Pearl of the Danube" or "Paris of the East"? One thing is certain, Budapest has a lot to offer! From afar, the Parliament building on the banks of the river greets you and lets the Hungarian capital shine in its old splendor. The imposing Chain Bridge invites you to explore the districts of Buda and Pest, which are adorned with Art Nouveau buildings, wide avenues and thermal baths steeped in history. After a piece of the famous Baumkuchen, the breathtaking view from the Castle Hill with its Castle Palace and the impressive Fishermen's Bastion can be enjoyed even better.

Bratislava

The capital of Slovakia is located on the border with Austria and Hungary. It is home to about 450,000 people. The old town of Bratislava dates back to the 18th century and is a great place to stroll around thanks to its car-free zone. The cafés and bars there serve the city's famous dark beer. Bratislava's landmark - the Bratislava Castle - is located on a hill. From its terrace you have the best view of the city and the Danube.

Krems

Krems is considered one of the oldest towns in Austria: it was first mentioned as Chremisa as early as 995, and the town charter for Krems and Stein is documented for the year 1305. This centuries-long history, which has always been closely interwoven with the Danube, is reflected in the old towns, which have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with the Wachau since 2000. There is much to discover on a walk through Krems and Stein: be it the many churches from different eras or the narrow, cobbled streets and picturesque squares with their historic buildings, statues and small monuments - those who walk through Krems and Stein with open eyes will be richly rewarded! If the Wachau weather is not in such a good mood, the museums of the Art Mile Krems offer a varied program for young and old.

Linz on the Danube

Linz is the capital of the province of Upper Austria. Around around the central main square invite churches, pretty facades and charming stores invite you to a stroll through the old town. Who once here, should definitely stop at one of the cozy Kaffeehäuser and enjoy the world-famous Linzer Tortesince it tastes best in its homeland. A dreamhaftes panorama is offered by the Pörstlingberg, which can be reached on foot or convenient to reach by mountain railroad. From the viewplatform and the baroque pilgrimage church is recommended Detour to the Grottenbahn, an enchanting fairy-tale world that not only brings children's eyes to shine.

Engelhartszell

The market town of about 900 inhabitants on the Danube is located in the Upper Austrian Innviertel. The Engelhartszell is known for the Austria-wide only Trappist monastery Stift Engelszell. It was founded in the 13th century as a Cistercian monastery and was run as such until the 18th century. It was not until 1925 that it was repopulated by the Trappists. The impressive collegiate church is one of the most beautiful rococo churches in the country. A visit to the associated monastery brewery, the monastery store and the monastery grounds are highly recommended. The Engelhartszell Danube World with its large aquarium, sensory garden and the water experience Mini Danube is worth a visit. Here, the Danube can be experienced in an exciting way by young and old. Art lovers can view works by representatives of classical modernism in the Schütz Art Museum. Among the more than 600 works on display are works by Schiele, Kokoschka or Klimt. The district of Oberranna is crowned by the "Römerburgus", which is about 1700 years old. It is considered the best preserved building of the Roman period in Upper Austria and is part of the Danube Limes.

River Day

Vienna

The capital of Austria is one of those cities that every traveler should have visited once in the course of his life. Hardly any other city in the world has to offer such an enchanting combination of magnificent architecture, world-famous museums and theaters and beautiful green spaces. No wonder, the entire city center of Vienna is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Vienna is known worldwide for its palaces of emperors, kings and nobles, such as Schönbrunn Palace, the Belvedere and the Hofburg. But the city's many churches, especially the landmark St. Stephen's Cathedral, are also worth a visit. Museum visitors come at the numerous world-class museums in the city, such as the Albertina, the Museum of Art History and the Museum Leopold anyway fully at their expense..

Esztergom

Esztergom is located in beautiful Hungary on the Danube and has numerous sights, such as the Basilica, the Castle Museum or the Mária Valéria Bridge. Near here is also the Danube Bend, a bend of the river and nature reserve. From the bridge you have a unique view of the Basilica. Outside the city is Lake Palatinus, a top-class recreation area. The border with Slovakia is also not far here. If you want thermal cures, you should go to Slovakia.

Budapest

"Pearl of the Danube" or "Paris of the East"? One thing is certain, Budapest has a lot to offer! From afar, the Parliament building on the banks of the river greets you and lets the Hungarian capital shine in its old splendor. The imposing Chain Bridge invites you to explore the districts of Buda and Pest, which are adorned with Art Nouveau buildings, wide avenues and thermal baths steeped in history. After a piece of the famous Baumkuchen, the breathtaking view from the Castle Hill with its Castle Palace and the impressive Fishermen's Bastion can be enjoyed even better.

Bratislava

The capital of Slovakia is located on the border with Austria and Hungary. It is home to about 450,000 people. The old town of Bratislava dates back to the 18th century and is a great place to stroll around thanks to its car-free zone. The cafés and bars there serve the city's famous dark beer. Bratislava's landmark - the Bratislava Castle - is located on a hill. From its terrace you have the best view of the city and the Danube.

Krems

Krems is considered one of the oldest towns in Austria: it was first mentioned as Chremisa as early as 995, and the town charter for Krems and Stein is documented for the year 1305. This centuries-long history, which has always been closely interwoven with the Danube, is reflected in the old towns, which have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with the Wachau since 2000. There is much to discover on a walk through Krems and Stein: be it the many churches from different eras or the narrow, cobbled streets and picturesque squares with their historic buildings, statues and small monuments - those who walk through Krems and Stein with open eyes will be richly rewarded! If the Wachau weather is not in such a good mood, the museums of the Art Mile Krems offer a varied program for young and old.

Linz on the Danube

Linz is the capital of the province of Upper Austria. Around around the central main square invite churches, pretty facades and charming stores invite you to a stroll through the old town. Who once here, should definitely stop at one of the cozy Kaffeehäuser and enjoy the world-famous Linzer Tortesince it tastes best in its homeland. A dreamhaftes panorama is offered by the Pörstlingberg, which can be reached on foot or convenient to reach by mountain railroad. From the viewplatform and the baroque pilgrimage church is recommended Detour to the Grottenbahn, an enchanting fairy-tale world that not only brings children's eyes to shine.

Engelhartszell

The market town of about 900 inhabitants on the Danube is located in the Upper Austrian Innviertel. The Engelhartszell is known for the Austria-wide only Trappist monastery Stift Engelszell. It was founded in the 13th century as a Cistercian monastery and was run as such until the 18th century. It was not until 1925 that it was repopulated by the Trappists. The impressive collegiate church is one of the most beautiful rococo churches in the country. A visit to the associated monastery brewery, the monastery store and the monastery grounds are highly recommended. The Engelhartszell Danube World with its large aquarium, sensory garden and the water experience Mini Danube is worth a visit. Here, the Danube can be experienced in an exciting way by young and old. Art lovers can view works by representatives of classical modernism in the Schütz Art Museum. Among the more than 600 works on display are works by Schiele, Kokoschka or Klimt. The district of Oberranna is crowned by the "Römerburgus", which is about 1700 years old. It is considered the best preserved building of the Roman period in Upper Austria and is part of the Danube Limes.

River Day