Danube Strudel Cruise in Regensburg: Historic MS Bruckmadl

Sail under the Stone Bridge and hear Regensburg's history from the water

The Strudel cruise is a 45-minute sightseeing boat tour on the Danube in Regensburg aboard the MS Bruckmadl, a restored vessel that has operated since the 1920s. The route passes the old town, Unterer Wöhrd and Grieser Spitz, and passes directly beneath the Stone Bridge while an English audio guide explains the city's past. The boat is wheelchair accessible, suitable for all fitness levels, and welcomes infants in prams and service animals.

Step-by-step itinerary

Historic Danube boat sightseeing

• Board the MS Bruckmadl
• Enjoy 45-minute cruise on Danube
• Pass old town, Unterer Wöhrd, Grieser Spitz
• View Stone Bridge from below
• Listen to history via onboard loudspeakers

The experience

The Stone Bridge anchors Regensburg's skyline, and this cruise takes you directly under it. The MS Bruckmadl departs from the city center and heads downriver past the medieval old town, then turns toward Unterer Wöhrd and Grieser Spitz before looping back. The boat itself carries the history: it arrived in Regensburg in the 1920s under the name MS Agnes Bernauer and has kept its original character despite a modern refresh. You stay on deck or inside the casual maritime cabin while the audio guide, broadcast over the loudspeaker system, walks you through what you're seeing: the layers of Regensburg's past, the river's role in the city's trade, and the architecture that lines the banks.

Forty-five minutes is the full trip, long enough to move downriver and back without feeling rushed, short enough to fit into a morning or afternoon in the city. The boat runs regardless of season, and because it's a fixed route with scheduled departures, you know exactly when you'll be back. Wheelchair users can board and stay on the accessible deck; families with infants can bring prams; service animals travel free. The only real constraint is the weather (rain doesn't cancel the tour, but rough water might), and the audio guide is in English, so you don't need to speak German to follow along.

What’s included

• 45-minute boat cruise on the Danube.
• English audio guide explaining Regensburg's history.
• passage under the Stone Bridge and past the old town.
• access to the deck and indoor cabin.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 11:00, the last at 15:00Last departure this season: 8 Nov

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AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (14 to 17 years) · Child (6 to 13 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupUp to 120

Audio guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 17 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Donauschifffahrt Wurm & Noé

Is this one for you?This cruise suits mixed groups and families with young children, since the boat is fully accessible and the fixed 45-minute route keeps everyone together without physical demands. The audio guide means you don't need a live narrator, so you can move around the deck and set your own pace while you listen.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (14 to 17 years); Child (6 to 13 years); Infant (under 6): free.

What does the MS Bruckmadl actually pass on this cruise?

The boat travels past Regensburg's old town, then downriver toward Unterer Wöhrd and Grieser Spitz, and passes directly beneath the Stone Bridge before returning. The Stone Bridge is the landmark you pass under, not a stop where you get off.

How long is the cruise, and can I book a specific departure time?

The cruise lasts 45 minutes total. Departure times are scheduled in advance by the operator. You'll select your preferred time when you book.

Is the audio guide in English, or do I need to understand German?

The audio guide is in English and plays over the loudspeaker system throughout the trip, so you'll hear the history and facts about Regensburg as you sail.

Can I bring a stroller or wheelchair on the boat?

Yes. The MS Bruckmadl is wheelchair accessible, and infants can travel in prams or strollers. Specialized infant seats are also available if you need one.