Danube Delta Cruise

Passau

Due to its special geographical location at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers, Passau is undoubtedly one of the most unique cities in Germany. But not only the location of the city on the three rivers is exceptional, Passau also offers its visitors numerous remarkable sights. Towering above the city is the Veste Oberhaus, an impressive fortress dating back to the 13th century. The old town of Passau is known for its beautiful baroque architecture, especially the Cathedral of St. Stephen with its characteristic onion domes and the largest cathedral organ in the world with almost 18,000 pipes..

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..

Solt

The city of Solt is located in the eastern part of Hungary and lies directly on the Danube. It is a central shipping junction for the cities of Budapest and Baja. The town is surrounded by pastures and fields where gray cattle and sheep graze. It is especially impressive to look at the wild horses of the Puszta. Many surrounding horse farms offer guided tours on horseback or by carriage. The craftsman's farm, not far from Solt, shows its visitors old handicrafts.

Kalocsa

Stop to embark excursion guests.

Novi Sad

Novi Sad is the second largest city in Serbia and is located on the Danube River. The place is perfect for a stop to see sights like Petrovaradin Fortress. This is one of the best preserved fortresses in Europe, has a catacomb system and is located on a hill. A walk through the city center with its narrow streets, quaint cafes and the New Renaissance style city hall is also recommended..

Belgrade

The "white city", so the translation of the Serbian name Beograd, is anything but colorless. Its troubled pastshapes the Balkan metropolis. The scars of this time belong as much a part of the cityscape as the spirit of optimism that can be felt and seen. Belgrade is home to about 1.7 million inhabitantsner - and with the monumental Cathedral of St. Sava one of the largest Orthodox places of worship in the world. A stroll across the shopping street Knez Mihailova with its stores, cafés and an exciting mix of architecture leads straight to the fortress of Belgrade. Here you can not only enjoy the unique Enjoy the view down to the mouth of the Sava River, but also the quietness in the spacious Kalemegdan Park.

River Day

Giurgiu

The Romanian city of Giurgiu is very much influenced by the Soviet era. Worth seeing is the 2800 meter long "Bridge of Friendship" over the Danube, a joint project of Bulgaria and Romania. The old railroad station, former stop of the legendary Orient Express, is also worth seeing. If you have time, they visit the ruins of the abraded castle just outside Giurgius..

Fetești

If the words of a legend are to be believed, the name of the town derives from the Romanian "satul cu fete" and translates as "the village with the girls". Fetesti, located in the Wallachian Plain of Romania, is best known for the Anghel-Saligny Bridge, inaugurated by King Carl I, constructed for the railroad line from Fetesti to Cernavoda, and downright made for a day visit.

Sfântu Gheorghe

Sfântu Gheorghe in Romania, in German St. Georgen, is a city on the Olt River in the Szeklerland region of Transylvania. With a population of just over 60,000 today, Sfântu Gheorghe is a lively regional center. The old town is located slightly away from the Olt River. Its main sight is the fortress church (Romanian Biserică Fortificată, Hungarian Vártemplom), built in the 14th century in Gothic style and surrounded by an extensive park, Parcul Elisabeta. Other historic buildings in the city date mainly from the 19th century, such as the Beör Palace or the Municipal Theater. The Szekler National Museum has existed since 1875, making it one of the oldest museums in Romania. It displays a large collection on national history with an archaeological section worth seeing. In addition, there is also the National Museum of Eastern Carpathians and the Museum of Hunting in Sfântu Gheorghe.

Tulcea

On seven hills Tulcea nestles on the right bank of the Danube. Not only the modern architecture and the sacral buildings of the Romanian port city are worth seeing. Just outside its gates lies one of the greatest natural treasures in the world. Since In 1993 the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve is listed as a UNSECO Worldnatural heritage site. Far more than 5,000 animal and plant species have been counted so far. Many of them are considered threatened and are found in the approximately 5.800 square kilometers large estuary of the Danube a habitat of inestimable value.

Ruse

The city of Russe is located in the north of Bulgaria, on the border with Romania and is known for its industry, but also for the opera house and playhouse. In the city there are modern universities, as well as museums and a television tower. The city is located directly on the Danube and is thus the starting point for some Danube cruises. If you want to be enchanted once under the earth, take a tour of the Orlova Chuka Cave, one of the most popular caves in the Eastern countries.

Lom

Whoever comes to Lom in Bulgaria by riverboat enters the border town on the right bank in the second largest Danube port in the country. On the opposite side of the Danube, on the north bank, lies Romania. Lom is located 162 km north of the Bulgarian capital Sofia near the confluence of the Lom River with the Danube. It is tempting to walk along the green banks of the Danube and enjoy the vastness of the river landscape. The Danube Cycle Path also runs here. In the city itself, which has about 20,000 inhabitants, it is worth visiting the historical museum, which is housed in the old city hall. Furthermore, the Borunska Church and beautiful old houses as well as fountains and monuments in the city center are worth seeing. Lom in Bulgaria is a city founded in ancient times by the Thracians. Its history was shaped by Romans, Turks and Bulgarians. Thus, the foundation walls of the ancient fortress Almus can still be found here, as well as the remains of the Asparuch Wall four kilometers southeast of the city.

Vidin

The Bulgarian city of Vidin is located in the northwest of the country on the Danube River. It is considered one of the oldest cities in Bulgaria and you can find many influences of both Celts and Romans and Ottomans in the city. Worth seeing is especially the medieval fortress from the 13th century called "Baba Vida". Also a visit to the cathedral "Sveti Dimitir" or the mosque "Mustafa-Pasha" are recommended..

Donji Milanovac

The small town of Donji Milanovac in eastern Serbia is located directly on the right bank of the Danube. When the dam and hydroelectric power plant were built in 1970, the town had to be moved higher. This was already the second relocation, the first took place in 1830 from the Danube Island to a higher location due to frequent flooding. North of Donji Milanovac you can visit the archaeological site of Lepenski Vir, which is about 9,000 years old and dates back to the Middle Stone Age and Neolithic.

Golubac

The Serbian port city of Golubac is located on the Danube and is best known for its fortress with its eight towers, idyllically situated on the riverbank. Here the visitor can dive into the past, because it is one of the best preserved castles of the Middle Ages. Both the upper and lower castle as well as the various towers can be visited. In the surroundings of Golubac begins the Serbian National Park Derdap.

Vukovar

The Croatian city of Vukovar is located in the east of the country and is characterized by the Baroque era. The historical center of the city is therefore worth a visit. Very famous is also the Grand Hotel "Radnicki dom". You should not miss the baroque castle Eltz and the oldest and most famous water tower in Croatia. Also a stop at the church of St. Philip with the attached Franciscan monastery is recommended..

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.

Dürnstein

The small town belongs to the Lower Austrian cultural landscape Wachau, is located directly on the Danube and is surrounded by vineyards. Those arriving by boat have a beautiful view of Dürnstein's two main attractions: the ruins of Kuenringerburg Castle, towering high above the town, where Richard the Lionheart was held for several months in 1192/93, and Dürnstein Abbey. The latter is a monastery of the Augustinian canons, abolished at the end of the 18th century, and is known for its blue and white bell tower.

Melk

Melk has acquired a beautiful name: the gateway to the Wachau. Anyone approaching the historic town on the Danube will discover Melk Abbey perched high above the river very early on. The abbey is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and worth a visit in all seasons. The impressive Baroque ensemble has been cared for by the monks of the Benedictine order since the year 1089. Culture, faith and science are united in the magnificent rooms of the monastery.

Passau

Due to its special geographical location at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers, Passau is undoubtedly one of the most unique cities in Germany. But not only the location of the city on the three rivers is exceptional, Passau also offers its visitors numerous remarkable sights. Towering above the city is the Veste Oberhaus, an impressive fortress dating back to the 13th century. The old town of Passau is known for its beautiful baroque architecture, especially the Cathedral of St. Stephen with its characteristic onion domes and the largest cathedral organ in the world with almost 18,000 pipes..

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..

Solt

The city of Solt is located in the eastern part of Hungary and lies directly on the Danube. It is a central shipping junction for the cities of Budapest and Baja. The town is surrounded by pastures and fields where gray cattle and sheep graze. It is especially impressive to look at the wild horses of the Puszta. Many surrounding horse farms offer guided tours on horseback or by carriage. The craftsman's farm, not far from Solt, shows its visitors old handicrafts.

Kalocsa

Stop to embark excursion guests.

Novi Sad

Novi Sad is the second largest city in Serbia and is located on the Danube River. The place is perfect for a stop to see sights like Petrovaradin Fortress. This is one of the best preserved fortresses in Europe, has a catacomb system and is located on a hill. A walk through the city center with its narrow streets, quaint cafes and the New Renaissance style city hall is also recommended..

Belgrade

The "white city", so the translation of the Serbian name Beograd, is anything but colorless. Its troubled pastshapes the Balkan metropolis. The scars of this time belong as much a part of the cityscape as the spirit of optimism that can be felt and seen. Belgrade is home to about 1.7 million inhabitantsner - and with the monumental Cathedral of St. Sava one of the largest Orthodox places of worship in the world. A stroll across the shopping street Knez Mihailova with its stores, cafés and an exciting mix of architecture leads straight to the fortress of Belgrade. Here you can not only enjoy the unique Enjoy the view down to the mouth of the Sava River, but also the quietness in the spacious Kalemegdan Park.

River Day

Giurgiu

The Romanian city of Giurgiu is very much influenced by the Soviet era. Worth seeing is the 2800 meter long "Bridge of Friendship" over the Danube, a joint project of Bulgaria and Romania. The old railroad station, former stop of the legendary Orient Express, is also worth seeing. If you have time, they visit the ruins of the abraded castle just outside Giurgius..

Fetești

If the words of a legend are to be believed, the name of the town derives from the Romanian "satul cu fete" and translates as "the village with the girls". Fetesti, located in the Wallachian Plain of Romania, is best known for the Anghel-Saligny Bridge, inaugurated by King Carl I, constructed for the railroad line from Fetesti to Cernavoda, and downright made for a day visit.

Sfântu Gheorghe

Sfântu Gheorghe in Romania, in German St. Georgen, is a city on the Olt River in the Szeklerland region of Transylvania. With a population of just over 60,000 today, Sfântu Gheorghe is a lively regional center. The old town is located slightly away from the Olt River. Its main sight is the fortress church (Romanian Biserică Fortificată, Hungarian Vártemplom), built in the 14th century in Gothic style and surrounded by an extensive park, Parcul Elisabeta. Other historic buildings in the city date mainly from the 19th century, such as the Beör Palace or the Municipal Theater. The Szekler National Museum has existed since 1875, making it one of the oldest museums in Romania. It displays a large collection on national history with an archaeological section worth seeing. In addition, there is also the National Museum of Eastern Carpathians and the Museum of Hunting in Sfântu Gheorghe.

Tulcea

On seven hills Tulcea nestles on the right bank of the Danube. Not only the modern architecture and the sacral buildings of the Romanian port city are worth seeing. Just outside its gates lies one of the greatest natural treasures in the world. Since In 1993 the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve is listed as a UNSECO Worldnatural heritage site. Far more than 5,000 animal and plant species have been counted so far. Many of them are considered threatened and are found in the approximately 5.800 square kilometers large estuary of the Danube a habitat of inestimable value.

Ruse

The city of Russe is located in the north of Bulgaria, on the border with Romania and is known for its industry, but also for the opera house and playhouse. In the city there are modern universities, as well as museums and a television tower. The city is located directly on the Danube and is thus the starting point for some Danube cruises. If you want to be enchanted once under the earth, take a tour of the Orlova Chuka Cave, one of the most popular caves in the Eastern countries.

Lom

Whoever comes to Lom in Bulgaria by riverboat enters the border town on the right bank in the second largest Danube port in the country. On the opposite side of the Danube, on the north bank, lies Romania. Lom is located 162 km north of the Bulgarian capital Sofia near the confluence of the Lom River with the Danube. It is tempting to walk along the green banks of the Danube and enjoy the vastness of the river landscape. The Danube Cycle Path also runs here. In the city itself, which has about 20,000 inhabitants, it is worth visiting the historical museum, which is housed in the old city hall. Furthermore, the Borunska Church and beautiful old houses as well as fountains and monuments in the city center are worth seeing. Lom in Bulgaria is a city founded in ancient times by the Thracians. Its history was shaped by Romans, Turks and Bulgarians. Thus, the foundation walls of the ancient fortress Almus can still be found here, as well as the remains of the Asparuch Wall four kilometers southeast of the city.

Vidin

The Bulgarian city of Vidin is located in the northwest of the country on the Danube River. It is considered one of the oldest cities in Bulgaria and you can find many influences of both Celts and Romans and Ottomans in the city. Worth seeing is especially the medieval fortress from the 13th century called "Baba Vida". Also a visit to the cathedral "Sveti Dimitir" or the mosque "Mustafa-Pasha" are recommended..

Donji Milanovac

The small town of Donji Milanovac in eastern Serbia is located directly on the right bank of the Danube. When the dam and hydroelectric power plant were built in 1970, the town had to be moved higher. This was already the second relocation, the first took place in 1830 from the Danube Island to a higher location due to frequent flooding. North of Donji Milanovac you can visit the archaeological site of Lepenski Vir, which is about 9,000 years old and dates back to the Middle Stone Age and Neolithic.

Golubac

The Serbian port city of Golubac is located on the Danube and is best known for its fortress with its eight towers, idyllically situated on the riverbank. Here the visitor can dive into the past, because it is one of the best preserved castles of the Middle Ages. Both the upper and lower castle as well as the various towers can be visited. In the surroundings of Golubac begins the Serbian National Park Derdap.

Vukovar

The Croatian city of Vukovar is located in the east of the country and is characterized by the Baroque era. The historical center of the city is therefore worth a visit. Very famous is also the Grand Hotel "Radnicki dom". You should not miss the baroque castle Eltz and the oldest and most famous water tower in Croatia. Also a stop at the church of St. Philip with the attached Franciscan monastery is recommended..

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.

Dürnstein

The small town belongs to the Lower Austrian cultural landscape Wachau, is located directly on the Danube and is surrounded by vineyards. Those arriving by boat have a beautiful view of Dürnstein's two main attractions: the ruins of Kuenringerburg Castle, towering high above the town, where Richard the Lionheart was held for several months in 1192/93, and Dürnstein Abbey. The latter is a monastery of the Augustinian canons, abolished at the end of the 18th century, and is known for its blue and white bell tower.

Melk

Melk has acquired a beautiful name: the gateway to the Wachau. Anyone approaching the historic town on the Danube will discover Melk Abbey perched high above the river very early on. The abbey is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and worth a visit in all seasons. The impressive Baroque ensemble has been cared for by the monks of the Benedictine order since the year 1089. Culture, faith and science are united in the magnificent rooms of the monastery.