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Cruise port Ybbs

Info for port Ybbs on 27 Oct 2026

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Port information & tips for Ybbs

Ybbs an der Donau is a charming jewel in Lower Austria and marks the picturesque transition from the Strudengau to the Nibelungengau. The history-steeped town delights visitors with its medieval flair and an idyllic location directly on the river, which invites relaxed strolling along magnificent promenade paths. Cultural highlights include the fascinating Bicycle Museum, which vividly presents the evolution of mobility, as well as the magnificent Stadtpfarrkirche St. Lorenz with its famous organ. River cruise ships dock directly at the Donaulände pier, which is located immediately on the edge of the historic old town and simultaneously allows convenient access to all sights in just a few minutes on foot.

Arrival & Departure
Getting around
Highlights & Districts
Useful tips
Returning to the ship

Ybbs an der Donau, a picturesque town in Lower Austria, is a popular destination for river cruises and is exceptionally accessible thanks to its central location in Austria. The ship pier is idyllically situated near the historic old town, allowing for a convenient embarkation.

Car

Travelers from the DACH region can easily reach Ybbs an der Donau via the Westautobahn A1. Take the Ybbs exit and follow the B25 directly into the town area. Free parking is available directly at the Donaulände, not far from the Stadthalle. In addition, the Ybbs an der Donau train station offers free Park & Ride facilities with over 520 parking spaces.

Train

The Ybbs an der Donau train station is a stop on the important Westbahn route and offers Regionalexpress connections to Vienna Westbahnhof, among others. Although the station is located slightly outside the center, you can easily reach the city center and the ship pier thanks to local bus lines.

Airplane

The nearest major airport is Vienna International Airport (VIE), located approximately 129 kilometers from Ybbs an der Donau. The journey by car or taxi takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can travel from Vienna Airport to Ybbs an der Donau by train, which takes about 2 hours and 18 minutes to 2 hours and 28 minutes and costs around 20 to 50 euros. For a particularly relaxed start to your cruise, we recommend booking a private transfer or an overnight stay in the region if arriving by plane.

Check-in & Embarkation

Please note that your travel documents usually include a fixed time slot for check-in, which is mandatory for your embarkation. Please plan sufficient time for your journey to the port and take into account that the latest embarkation time - depending on the cruise line and destination area - is generally about one hour before the scheduled departure.

The same applies during the journey: for shore excursions, you should be back on board at least one hour before departure. Always pay attention to the current announcements as well as the postings on board, as mooring and departure times can change at short notice.

Arrival & Departure

Ybbs an der Donau, a picturesque town in Lower Austria, is a popular destination for river cruises and is exceptionally accessible thanks to its central location in Austria. The ship pier is idyllically situated near the historic old town, allowing for a convenient embarkation.

Car

Travelers from the DACH region can easily reach Ybbs an der Donau via the Westautobahn A1. Take the Ybbs exit and follow the B25 directly into the town area. Free parking is available directly at the Donaulände, not far from the Stadthalle. In addition, the Ybbs an der Donau train station offers free Park & Ride facilities with over 520 parking spaces.

Train

The Ybbs an der Donau train station is a stop on the important Westbahn route and offers Regionalexpress connections to Vienna Westbahnhof, among others. Although the station is located slightly outside the center, you can easily reach the city center and the ship pier thanks to local bus lines.

Airplane

The nearest major airport is Vienna International Airport (VIE), located approximately 129 kilometers from Ybbs an der Donau. The journey by car or taxi takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can travel from Vienna Airport to Ybbs an der Donau by train, which takes about 2 hours and 18 minutes to 2 hours and 28 minutes and costs around 20 to 50 euros. For a particularly relaxed start to your cruise, we recommend booking a private transfer or an overnight stay in the region if arriving by plane.

Check-in & Embarkation

Please note that your travel documents usually include a fixed time slot for check-in, which is mandatory for your embarkation. Please plan sufficient time for your journey to the port and take into account that the latest embarkation time - depending on the cruise line and destination area - is generally about one hour before the scheduled departure.

The same applies during the journey: for shore excursions, you should be back on board at least one hour before departure. Always pay attention to the current announcements as well as the postings on board, as mooring and departure times can change at short notice.

Getting around

The landing stage in Ybbs an der Donau welcomes you directly on the picturesque riverside promenade and offers an ideal starting point for discovery. Thanks to its central location, you can reach the heart of the historic old town without any detours.

On Foot

The charming old town with the bicycle museum and the parish church is only a few minutes' walk away and can be easily explored during a stroll. The paths are flat and lead directly along the Danube, which simultaneously provides a wonderful view of the river.

Regional Buses (VOR)

The Verkehrsverbund Ost-Region offers regular connections from the stops located near the city and links the port to the nearby Ybbs-Kemmelbach railway station. These buses represent an uncomplicated way to visit the surrounding Mostviertel region as well as neighboring villages.

Taxi

Local taxis are available for individual transfers and can be conveniently ordered by telephone or via your ship's reception. You will find the vehicles at central locations near the port and can reach more remote sights in the region within a short driving time.

Highlights & Districts

To make the most of your stay in Ybbs, it is recommended to focus on the charming old town directly on the banks of the Danube, combined with unique cultural and technical sights that are easily accessible on foot.

Historic Old Town & Danube Promenade

The medieval center of Ybbs impresses with its lovingly restored townhouses and the preserved city wall, inviting you to take a relaxing stroll with a wide view over the Danube thanks to its direct riverside location.

Bicycle Museum in Palais Lodron

Housed in the magnificent rooms of a Baroque palace, this museum holds one of the most significant collections of historical bicycles and, thanks to its central location, is perfect for an inspiring insight into the history of mobility.

Ybbs-Persenbeug Hydroelectric Power Plant

This imposing pioneer structure of Austrian hydropower offers fascinating insights into the technology of energy production and is also a striking landmark that can be ideally integrated into a shore excursion due to its location on the river.

Useful tips

Bicycle Museum and Historic Old Town

The fascinating bicycle museum in the heart of Ybbs is easily accessible from the ship pier in just a few minutes on foot and houses an impressive collection of historical exhibits in a magnificent 16th-century building. Its central location is perfect for a relaxed stroll through the medieval alleys and also offers cozy places to stop in traditional cafés directly on the town square. Ideally, visit the museum right after arrival in the morning to view the unique rarities in peace and, thanks to the short distances, return to the ship completely stress-free in the early afternoon.

Returning to the ship

Returning to the port in Ybbs is very relaxed and safe thanks to the central location of the pier. The paths within the charming Old Town are short and reliably lead you directly back to your ship on the Danube Promenade.

On Foot

Since the pier is located directly on the Donaulände, you can reach your ship from sights such as the Fahrradmuseum or the Hauptplatz in just a few minutes. The river promenade serves as an ideal orientation guide and allows for a pleasant walk under the trees right up to the gangway.

Taxi

Local taxi companies such as Taxi Gstettenhofer are available for excursions into the surrounding area. Central meeting points for pick-up are the Hauptplatz or the hotels in the town center, from where the driver will take you directly and punctually back to the pier.

Bus and Rail

The Ybbs-Kemmelbach station is well connected to the center via regional bus services. Thanks to the regular connections to the bus station at Rathausplatz, you can easily reach the vicinity of the piers and cover the remaining short distance to the ship comfortably on foot.

In port on 27 Oct 2026

M/S Belvedere
27 Oct 2026
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27 Oct 2026
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