Discover the Wachau with the NÖ-CARD

Enjoy a complimentary cruise through the Wachau with DDSG Blue Danube when travelling with the Niederösterreich-CARD.

Reserve Your NÖ-CARD CruiseTo the Niederösterreich-CARD
Graphic: A DDSG cruise ship sails on the Danube through the Wachau Valley. The Lower Austria Card logo is displayed in the foreground. The riverbank, vineyards and the UNESCO World Heritage landscape of the Wachau can be seen in the background.

Low Water Notice

Low Water Notice

Due to the current low water levels on the Danube, cruises between Krems and Melk are currently not possible. Thank you for your understanding.

For holders of the NÖ-CARD 2026/27 season

Plan Your Wachau Cruise for 2026

Spring departures are available for booking from 1 April 2026. Summer and autumn cruises can be booked from 1 July 2026.

Grand Wachau River Cruise

Krems – Melk – Krems (Ship: MS Dürnstein)

28.03.–09.05.2026 & 28.09.–01.11.2026

Departure from Krems: 10:15
Arrival in Krems: 15:30

Krems – Melk – Krems (Ship: MS Austria)

01.07.–31.07.2026 (Mon–Sat)
10.10. / 11.10. / 17.10. / 18.10. / 24.10. / 25.10. / 26.10. / 31.10. / 01.11. (Sat & Sun)

Departure from Krems: 11:00
Arrival in Krems: 16:25

Melk – Krems – Melk (Ship: MS Wachau)

25.04.–31.05.2026 & 21.09.–04.10.2026

Departure from Melk: 11:00
Arrival in Melk: 16:05

Small Wachau River Cruise

Krems – Spitz – Krems (Ship: MS Dürnstein)

02.05.–31.05.2026 & 01.09.–30.09.2026

Departure from Krems: 15:45 Uhr
Arrival in Krems: 18:10 Uhr

Notice

The complimentary cruise for Niederösterreich-CARD holders is only available with prior reservation.

After successful reservation, you will receive your online ticket with a QR code by email. Please present this ticket together with your valid Niederösterreich-CARD when boarding.

The number of available seats is limited and depends on the respective transport capacity.

Dates that cannot be selected in the online booking form are already fully booked.

Unforgettable Moments on the Danube

Photo: Two passengers on the open deck of a DDSG ship during a Danube cruise passing Schönbühel Castle in the Wachau Valley.
Photo: Two passengers on the open deck of a DDSG ship in the Wachau, overlooking Schönbühel Castle and the Danube.
Photo: Two passengers on the sun deck of a DDSG ship with drinks, overlooking the Danube and vineyards along the riverbank.
Photo: Two passengers on the open deck of a DDSG ship during a Danube cruise passing Dürnstein Abbey in the Wachau Valley.
Photo: Two passengers on the open deck of a DDSG ship near Dürnstein in the Wachau, with the Danube and vineyards in the background.
Photo: Close-up of two passengers on the open deck of a DDSG ship in the Wachau, with Dürnstein Abbey and vineyards in the background.
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Unforgettable Moments on the Danube

Discover the beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage Wachau Valley on a Danube cruise and enjoy breathtaking views of vineyards, historic landmarks and picturesque riverside towns.

Photo: Two passengers on the open deck of a DDSG ship during a Danube cruise passing Schönbühel Castle in the Wachau Valley.Photo: Two passengers on the open deck of a DDSG ship in the Wachau, overlooking Schönbühel Castle and the Danube.Photo: Two passengers on the sun deck of a DDSG ship with drinks, overlooking the Danube and vineyards along the riverbank.Photo: Two passengers on the open deck of a DDSG ship during a Danube cruise passing Dürnstein Abbey in the Wachau Valley.Photo: Two passengers on the open deck of a DDSG ship near Dürnstein in the Wachau, with the Danube and vineyards in the background.Photo: Close-up of two passengers on the open deck of a DDSG ship in the Wachau, with Dürnstein Abbey and vineyards in the background.
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