About the Port
Straubing and Vilshofen serve as twin gateways along the Danube to the Bavarian Forest, a vast wooded region stretching along the border with the Czech Republic. Straubing's arcaded old town, with its Gothic town hall and medieval gate tower, invites a stroll within easy reach of the pier, while Vilshofen offers a quieter, timbered riverside charm at the confluence of the Danube and Vils rivers.
Inland lies the Bavarian Forest National Park, established in 1970 as Germany's first national park and part of the largest continuous forested area in Europe. Trails wind through unspoiled woodland, past moorland and granite ridgelines, home to lynx, deer, and a wealth of birdlife. The pairing of historic riverside towns and untamed natural scenery makes this stretch of the Danube a rewarding contrast for travelers seeking both culture and open-air exploration.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Straubing.
Hike the Bavarian Forest National Park
Follow marked trails through moorland and granite ridgelines in Germany's first national park, with a good chance of spotting lynx, deer, and varied birdlife along the way.
Climb the Straubing Gate Tower
Ascend the medieval Stadtturm rising over the arcaded market square for sweeping views of the old town and the Danube beyond; just steps from the pier.
Wander Vilshofen's Riverside Old Town
Stroll timbered lanes at the meeting point of the Danube and Vils rivers, where colorful facades and quiet squares offer an unhurried counterpoint to Straubing's bustle.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Straubing
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 26, 2026 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 7 | $6,349 | |
| Aug 9, 2026 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 14 | $10,949 | |
| Aug 16, 2026 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 7 | $4,499 | |
| Sep 13, 2026 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 9 | $5,949 | |
| Sep 13, 2026 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 7 | $5,249 | |
| Sep 18, 2026 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 9 | $6,749 | |
| Sep 20, 2026 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 7 | $6,049 | |
| Oct 4, 2026 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 14 | $12,799 | |
| Oct 4, 2026 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 16 | $13,499 | |
| Oct 11, 2026 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 9 | $4,699 | |
| Oct 11, 2026 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 7 | $3,999 | |
| Dec 1, 2026 | Uniworld | S.S. Beatrice | 7 | $9,149 | |
| Dec 15, 2026 | Uniworld | S.S. Beatrice | 7 | $6,449 | |
| Dec 22, 2026 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 12 | $6,999 | |
| May 23, 2027 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 14 | $8,699 | |
| May 23, 2027 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 16 | $9,299 | |
| May 30, 2027 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 9 | $5,299 | |
| May 30, 2027 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 7 | $4,599 | |
| Jun 4, 2027 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 16 | $8,399 | |
| Jun 4, 2027 | Uniworld | S.S. Emilie | 9 | $5,049 |
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