Curious about when the next boat departs? Or how much a trip to Weltenburg or Riedenburg costs? Here you’ll find everything you need to plan your cruise through the scenic Danube and Altmühl valleys. From daily departure times to ticket prices for all our routes – it’s all just one scroll away.
Whether you’re heading to the famous Weltenburg Abbey, cruising to historic Regensburg, or enjoying the calm waters of the Main-Danube Canal – your adventure starts with the right info.
Let’s set course together – check the schedules, grab your ticket, and come aboard!
Danube Gorge / Weltenburg
Here you’ll find the current departure times from Kelheim to Weltenburg and back.
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Kelheim / Donau – Weltenburg Abbey
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ticket prices
| Person Type | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | €11.50 | €19.50 |
| Reduced fare (Disabled with ID, Children aged 6–16) | €9.00 | €16.50 |
| Family (2 adults & up to 3 children aged 6–16) | €32.00 | €55.50 |
| Children under 6 (accompanied by an adult) | Free | Free |
| Dogs | €4.00 | €6.00 |
| Bicycles | €7.00 | €12.00 |
| Tandem bikes | €14.00 | €24.00 |
| Bicycle trailers | €7.00 | €12.00 |
| Group Type | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten children | €5.00 | €8.00 |
| School classes up to 16 years | €8.50 | €15.00 |
| First Communion & Confirmation trips | €8.50 | €15.00 |
| Groups of 15 or more | 5% discount* | 5% discount* |
| Pass Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults | €110.00 |
| Children up to 16 years | €99.00 |
| Family** | €229.00 |
The annual pass is valid on all routes operated by Vereinigte Schifffahrtsunternehmen Kelheim GbR. It is non-transferable.
- Line Kelheim – Weltenburg Abbey
- All routes in the Altmühl Valley (Kelheim – Riedenburg)
- Line Kelheim – Regensburg
*Groups of 15 or more receive a 5% discount when purchasing all tickets together. No discount on family tickets or gastronomy services. Bus companies and travel agencies please inquire by phone: +49 9441 5858, fax: +49 9441 294847, or email: info@schifffahrt-kelheim.de.
**Family passes are valid for 2 adults and up to 3 children aged 6–16. Coffee & cake included for adults only.
All prices in Euro. Subject to change and errors. No liability for schedule changes or cancellations due to high or low water levels. All services are subject to the general terms and conditions of Personenschifffahrt im Donau- und Altmühltal.
Altmühl Valley Cruises
Ready to explore the charming Altmühl Valley by boat? Here you’ll find all departure times and prices for our scenic cruises between Kelheim and Riedenburg.
Kelheim - Essing - Prunn - Riedenburg
May 6 to October 2, 2026 –
Wednesday to Friday
| Departure Kelheim/Altmühltal | 11:00 | |
| Departure Essing | 11:50 | 13:50 |
| Departure Prunn | 12:10 | 14:10 |
| Arrival Riedenburg | on 12:35 | 14:30 |
Also on saturdays and sundays during Bavarian whitsun holidays (May 23 to June 7, 2026)
Also on sundays during Bavarian summer holidays (August 1 to September 14, 2026)
Riedenburg - Prunn - Essing - Kelheim
May 6 to October 2, 2026 –
Wednesday to Friday
| Departure Riedenburg | 13:00 | 15:00 |
| Departure Prunn | 13:20 | 15:20 |
| Departure Essing | 13:50 | 15:50 |
| Arrival Kelheim/Altmühltal | 16:45 |
Also on saturdays and sundays during Bavarian whitsun holidays (May 23 to June 7, 2026)
Also on sundays during Bavarian summer holidays (August 1 to September 14, 2026)
Round Trips from Essing
May 6 to October 2, 2026 –
Wednesday to Friday
wooden bridge
| Departure Essing | 11:50 | 13:50 |
| Arrival Essing | 13:45 | 15:45 |
castle round trip
| Departure Riedenburg | 13:00 |
| Departure Essing | 13:50 |
| Arrival Riedenburg | 14:30 |
Also on saturdays and sundays during Bavarian whitsun holidays (May 23 to June 7, 2026)
Also on sundays during Bavarian summer holidays (August 1 to September 14, 2026)
ticket prices
| Route | One Way – Adult | One Way – Reduced* | One Way – Family** | Round Trip – Adult | Round Trip – Reduced* | Round Trip – Family** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelheim → Essing | 13,50 € | 10,50 € | 36,50 € | 20,50 € | 16,50 € | 57,00 € |
| Kelheim → Prunn | 16,00 € | 13,00 € | 44,00 € | 26,50 € | 21,50 € | 73,50 € |
| Kelheim → Riedenburg | 19,00 € | 15,00 € | 52,00 € | 30,00 € | 23,50 € | 82,00 € |
| Essing → Prunn | 7,50 € | 5,50 € | 19,50 € | 12,50 € | 9,00 € | 32,00 € |
| Essing → Riedenburg | 13,00 € | 9,50 € | 34,50 € | 19,00 € | 15,00 € | 52,00 € |
| Riedenburg → Prunn | 7,50 € | 5,50 € | 19,50 € | 12,50 € | 9,00 € | 32,00 € |
| Riedenburg → Essing | 13,00 € | 9,50 € | 34,50 € | 19,00 € | 19,00 € | 52,00 € |
| free tickets | |
|---|---|
| birthday guests on their special day | 0,00 € |
| dogs | 0,00 € |
| price group | one way | round trip |
|---|---|---|
| flatrate for kindergarten groups | 5,50 € | 9,00 € |
| seniors (older than 65) | ermäßigter Fahrpreis | |
| group discount (more than 15 people) | 5% |
| round trips (wooden bridge / castle round trip) | ticket price |
|---|---|
| adults | 19,00 € |
| families** | 52,00 € |
| reduced | 15,00 € |
| children (6-16 years) | 15,00 € |
*Reduced fares apply to: Children aged 6–16, persons with disabilities (ID required, with “G” entry), and seniors aged 65 and over.
**Family tickets are valid for 2 adults and up to 3 children aged 6–16.
Children under 6 years travel free when accompanied by an adult.
Bicycles: €2.00 each (one way or round trip)
Groups of 15 or more receive a 5% discount when purchasing all tickets together. No discounts available on family or senior tickets or on gastronomic services. Coach companies and travel agencies please inquire by phone: +49 9441 5858, by fax: +49 9441 294847 or by email: info@schifffahrt-kelheim.de.
All prices in Euro. Subject to change and errors. No liability for cancellations due to high or low water, changes to the timetable, punctuality, or resulting delays. All services are subject exclusively to the general terms and conditions of passenger shipping in the Danube and Altmühl valleys. View General Terms and Conditions.
Boat Trips to Regensburg
Discover the beauty of the Danube on a relaxing cruise from Kelheim to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Regensburg. Along the way, you’ll enjoy picturesque landscapes, historic sights, and the peaceful rhythm of the river.
Kelheim – Regensburg (5 May to 29 September 2026)
Every Tuesday
| Departure Kelheim/Donau: | 10:00 |
| Arrival Regensburg: | 12:45 |
During the Bavarian summer holidays (1 August – 14 September 2026), also on Saturdays!
Regensburg – Kelheim (5 May to 29 September 2026)
Every Tuesday
| Departure Regensburg: | 14:30 |
| Arrival Kelheim/Donau: | 17:45 |
During the Bavarian summer holidays (1 August – 14 September 2026), also on Saturdays!
ticket prices
| price per person | one way | round trip |
|---|---|---|
| adults | 26,00 € | 36,00 € |
| children (under 16) | 15,50 € | 21,50 € |
| families* | 67,50 € | 93,50 € |
| Seniors** and persons with disabilities*** | 20,00 € | 30,00 € |
*Family tickets are valid for 2 adults and up to 3 children aged 6–16.
**Seniors aged 65 and over.
***Persons with disabilities holding an ID with entry „G“.
Bicycles: € 2.00 each (one way or round trip)
Groups of 15 or more receive a 5% discount when purchasing all tickets together. No discounts on family or senior tickets or on gastronomic services.
Coach companies and travel agencies are kindly asked to inquire by phone at +49 9441 5858, by fax at +49 9441 294847, or via email: info@schifffahrt-kelheim.de.
All prices are in Euro. All prices and timetables are subject to change and error. We accept no liability for cancellations due to high or low water, schedule changes, delays, or their consequences. All services are subject exclusively to the General Terms and Conditions of passenger shipping on the Danube and Altmühl rivers. View General Terms and Conditions.
Boat landings and nearby parking
Mit dem Laden der Karte akzeptieren Sie die Datenschutzerklärung von Google. Near Stadtknechtstr. 5, 93309 Kelheim The boat landing is the starting point for cruises through the Danube Gorge to Weltenburg Abbey. A large parking lot for cars and buses is located directly at the landing site.
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Coordinates: N 48°54'55, E 11°52'11Parking:
Free parking is available at the "Volksfestplatz" (fairground), about a 400-meter walk from the landing.
The fairground also offers a paid motorhome parking area with fresh water and waste disposal facilities.
Mit dem Laden der Karte akzeptieren Sie die Datenschutzerklärung von Google. Niederdörfl 1, 93309 Kelheim The boat landing is the starting point for cruises through the Altmühl Valley towards Essing, Prunn, and Riedenburg. A large parking area for cars and buses is located directly at the landing site.
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Coordinates: N 48°55'06, E 11°52'32Parking:
Free parking is available at the "Volksfestplatz" (fairground), about 400 meters on foot from the dock.
The fairground also offers a paid motorhome parking area with fresh water and waste disposal facilities.
Mit dem Laden der Karte akzeptieren Sie die Datenschutzerklärung von Google. Asamstraße 20, 93309 Kelheim / Weltenburg The boat landing is located approximately 400 meters on foot from Weltenburg Abbey. The Weltenburg parking lot is about 800 meters away and subject to parking fees for cars and buses.
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Coordinates: N 48°53'34, E 11°49'30Parking:
Mit dem Laden der Karte akzeptieren Sie die Datenschutzerklärung von Google. 93343 Essing
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Coordinates: N 48°55'49, E 11°47'30
Mit dem Laden der Karte akzeptieren Sie die Datenschutzerklärung von Google. 93339 Riedenburg / Prunn The landing stage is located below Prunn Castle.
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Coordinates: N 48°56'57, E 11°44'21
Mit dem Laden der Karte akzeptieren Sie die Datenschutzerklärung von Google. Uferpromenade, 93339 Riedenburg A large free parking lot for cars and buses is located directly next to the landing stage.
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Coordinates: N 48°57'45, E 11°41'04Parking:
Mit dem Laden der Karte akzeptieren Sie die Datenschutzerklärung von Google. Am Protzenweiher, 93059 Regensburg
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Coordinates: N 49°1'34, E 12°5'20
