Grand Danube tour
Complete route A+B (3.5 hours) or the sections A (South, 2 hours) and B (North, 1.5 hours) – departure depending on the route from Schwedenplatz (A) or Reichsbrücke (B).
Schedule 2026
Period: 28.03. – 01 Nov 2026, daily
| Season | Days | Trip (DEP → ARR) | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28.03. – 01 Nov 2026 | daily |
A+ B10:30→13:50
A+ B14:00→17:20
from/to Schwedenplatz — complete round trip A+B
|
€ 50.00Go to the Shop |
| 28.03. – 01 Nov 2026 | daily |
A10:30→12:25
A14:00→15:55
from Schwedenplatz · to Reichsbrücke — section A (South)
|
€ 35.00Go to the Shop |
| 28.03. – 01 Nov 2026 | daily |
B+ A12:30→15:55
from/to Reichsbrücke — complete round trip B+A
|
€ 50.00Go to the Shop |
| 28.03. – 01 Nov 2026 | daily |
B12:30→13:50
B16:00→17:20
from Reichsbrücke · to Schwedenplatz — section B (North)
|
€ 35.00Go to the Shop |
Notice: The Grand Danube River Cruise will not operate on 21 and 22 July 2026.
Combi tickets
Combine your Grand Danube Round Trip with a tasty extra.
COMBITICKET
COMBINED SHIP + SCHNITZEL TICKET
Freshly prepared on-board chicken schnitzel with potato salad and lingonberries.
COMBITICKET
COMBINED TICKET SHIP + APPLE STRUDEL
A relaxing Danube cruise with the sweet indulgence of apple strudel – hot drink on request.
COMBITICKET
COMBINED TICKET SHIP + LUNCH
Danube meets culinary delights: sail on a boat and enjoy a delicious lunch!
COMBITICKET
COMBINED TICKET SHIP + PROSECCO FREE FLOW
Danube cruise with unlimited prosecco – the perfect combination for a relaxing break on the water.
COMBITICKET
COMBINED TICKET SHIP + APEROL FREE FLOW
Unlimited Aperol refills during the Danube cruise – perfect for after-work get-togethers and sunny days.
Route maps & directions
A Section A – Schwedenplatz → Reichsbrücke
With Freudenau lock passage · approx. 2 hours · boarding: Schwedenplazu
B Section B – Reichsbrücke → Schwedenplatz
With Nussdorf lock passage · aaprox. 1,5 hours · boarding: Reichsbrücke
Arrival A Vienna/Schwedenplatz
Vienna / City shipping station · Franz-Josefs-Kai 2, 1010 Vienna · U1/U4 "Schwedenplatz"
Arrival B Vienna/Reichsbrücke
Vienna Shipping Center · Handelskai 265, 1020 Vienna · U1 “Vorgartenstraße”
Two lock passages – the highlight of the Grand Danube River Cruise
On the complete tour, you experience two locks: the Freudenau lock on section A and the Nussdorf lock on section B. A fascinating feat of engineering – safe and impressive.
Freudenau Danube Power Plant
Our ship enters the lock chamber, is securely moored and gently rises or descends – then the gates open to the great Danube.
Nussdorf lock
Historic and picturesque at the entrance to the Danube Canal – where the difference in water level between the canal and the Danube is balanced.
Note: Lock times may vary depending on traffic and water levels.
Sights along the route
B
Urania & Danube Canal
Historic observatory at the entrance to the Danube Canal. Art Nouveau meets street art – especially photogenic when viewed from the ship.
B
Ringturm
An architectural icon with changing artistic “wrappings”. A landmark of the skyline along the Danube Canal.
B
Zaha-Hadid-House & Spittelau waste incineration plant
Futuristic lines by Zaha Hadid meet Hundertwasser design – a colorful contrast at Spittelau.
B
Graffiti scene along the Danube Canal
Vienna’s longest open-air gallery: ever-changing murals – best viewed from the open deck.
A
Danube Tower
252 m high – with a revolving restaurant and panoramic views over all of Vienna. An iconic landmark on the Old Danube.
A
DC Tower & Danube-City
Austria’s tallest skyscraper shapes the modern skyline – perfectly visible from the water.
A
Millennium Tower
171-metre landmark at Handelskai — marking the northern end of Section A.
B
Spittelau Waste Incineration Plant
Hundertwasser architecture with colorful mosaics — one of the canal’s most popular photo spots.
UNIQA Tower
Striking glass façade with media projections — a nighttime eye-catcher on the canal.
Badeschiff
Floating pool deck with bar & events — moored directly on the Danube Canal.
Roßauer Kaserne
Historic 19th-century military complex — a distinctive brick ensemble in Alsergrund
Flex
Legendary club on the canal — home to international live acts & DJ nights for decades.
Restaurant on board
All DDSG Blue Danube ships offer full on-board service with classic Austrian cuisine, seasonal dishes and Viennese coffeehouse culture — freshly prepared on board.
- Typical Austrian cuisine
- Freshly cooked on board
Tip: Combi Tickets
Culinary delights & cruise in one package — ideal for food lovers.
from € 44,50Buy nowReserved table
For dinners & celebrations we recommend booking your table with the on-board service in advance.
Note: Menu options vary by ship & season.Experience Vienna by boat!
On the Grand Danube Round Trip you’ll feel Vienna’s contrasts most vividly — including two impressive lock passages.
Matthias Krista
Captain, DDSG Blue Danube
Good to know
Where can I buy tickets?
In the online shop, at the piers or by phone: +43 1 588 80.
Is there dining on board?
Yes, with freshly prepared dishes & drinks. For set menus we recommend combo tickets.
Accessibility & children
Please register wheelchairs in advance. Children’s discounts as shown in the shop.
Can I bring my dog?
Dogs travel free. Muzzle & leash are required.
Ready for the full loop?
The Grand Danube Round Trip combines the Danube Canal and the great Danube — relaxed, informative and with two true engineering highlights.
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