A small university town at the eastern end of the Danube’s Wachau Valley, Krems is surrounded by terraced vineyards. In its heyday, during the 12th century, Krems held even more importance than Vienna for its iron, grain, salt and wine trade. As to the latter, the city has played a long and celebrated part in the popularity of the Wachau’s wine culture; the valley’s south slopes in Krems are bathed in sunlight all day and create some of the best Riesling and Veltliner wines in the world. The city’s cobblestone streets, taverns, wine bars and coffeehouses have a timeless appeal.
Shore Excursions
Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change.
Göttweig Abbey
Experience a Benedictine abbey where monks work and worship during an exclusive visit to Göttweig Abbey.
Danube Valley Wine Tasting
Discover the fine vintages and intriguing viticulture of Lower Austria during a tasting at a local vineyard.
Göttweig Abbey with Apricot Dumpling Demonstration
Enjoy an exclusive visit to historic Göttweig Abbey before learning how to make tasty apricot dumplings.
Flavors of Krems
Indulge in a taste of local favorites during a guided culinary exploration in Krems.
Videos
German Language Lesson
Learn a few useful German words and phrases with Rebecca, your Viking tutor. Prost!
Austria’s Göttweig Abbey
Journey to a working baroque abbey where Benedictine monks have worked and worshipped for more than 900 years on a hilltop overlooking the Wachau Valley, following The Rule of St. Benedict.