Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
German
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
May–Sep
Typical Duration
13-14 nights
Price Range
$1,594–$18,843 per person
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to the Wachau Valley UNESCO World Heritage region, featuring stunning riverside monasteries, terraced vineyards, and medieval architecture along the Danube.
Cruises that visit Melk
- cruises to Melk
- Melk sailings
- Melk cruises
- 7-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 7-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 7-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 8-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 8-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 9-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 10-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 10-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 10-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 11-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 11-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 11-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 13-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 13-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 14-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 14-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking River Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Melk
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 7:00 PM
Usually about 11 hours ashore
Getting around:
Belvedere Palace
18th-century palaces with art collection
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
Melk Abbey
Famous hilltop Benedictine monastery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
Aggstein Castle
Medieval castle with Danube views
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
Schnitzelwirt
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closes soon · 9 PM
Schallaburg
Historic castle museum & gardens
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
Rathauskeller - Der Melker Gasthof
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
MARIANDL Shopping
Mall has three floors, and shops are quite okay.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
LÖWENPARK
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Wed
BILLA PLUS
A great supermarket with good variety and exellent fresh produce.
Closed · Opens 7:15 AM Wed
Mole Melk
Dine-in·No delivery
Stifts-Restaurant
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
Haubis Backstube & Café Melk - Löwenpark
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 7 AM Wed
Hotel-Restaurant zur Post
Laid-back hotel with dining & a sauna
EUROSPAR
Nice selection, nice prices.
Closed · Opens 7 AM Wed
Madar Café Restaurant zum Fürsten
Great location, nice atmosphere, great beer, but food quite terrible.
Pasta e Pizza
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Cafe Teufner
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 5:30 AM Wed
KuK Stadtkaffee
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Wachauarena Melk
Quick
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
Madar Cafe Central
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Kalmuck Wein | Bar
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Wachaubad der Stadtgemeinde Melk
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
DDSG Blue Danube Schiffahrt GmbH
Closed · Opens 9:45 AM Wed
Mahlzeit in Melk
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
Closes soon · 9 PM
Schmankerlfleischer Josef Sdraule
In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery
Closed · Opens 7 AM Wed
Bäckerei Konditorei Johannes Mistlbacher e.U.
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Wed
Restaurant zur Post Melk
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Eissalon zur Post
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Bakery Teufner GmbH
Closed · Opens 6 AM Wed
INTERSPORT Melk
In-store shopping·In-store pickup
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
Gasthof Martin Jäger
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 8 AM Wed
Müller
In-store pickup·Debit cards
Closed · Opens 8 AM Wed
Corrado Cafe
Excelent wine, ice cream and coffee.
Stadtpark Melk
Das Kult in Melk
Absolutely amazing' perfectly salted fries beautiful vibes
Temporarily closed
Fussl Fashion Street Melk
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Wed
Tastedillery Melk
In-store shopping·Curbside pickup·Delivery
Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
Kasio
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Closes soon · 9:30 PM
Vinera
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Wed
Noodle King
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
Closes soon · 9 PM
DONAUPERLE Eisdiele
Dine-in·Takeout
Closes soon · 9 PM
Stadtpfarrkirche Mariä Himmelfahrt
Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
circle | Vielfalt unter einem Dach
Aussichtsplattform Stift Melk
IBO CAFÉ
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
Wachau Info-Center Melk
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
Barockgarten
H1 Melk
Closed · Opens 5 PM Wed
Flussstrand Luberegg
Open 24 hours
Restaurant Wachauerhof
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Wachauer Spezialitäten | Lechner | Melk
In-store shopping·Curbside pickup·Delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
Badestrand Pielachmündung
Wieser Wachau Café & Shop in Melk/Donau
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
Paradiesgarten
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
Robert´s Super Food
Dine-in·Takeout
Closed · Opens 11 AM Wed
Braunschaumrollen
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
Restaurant Wachauer Stube I diehipfingers
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Wachauer Kunsthandel
Must visit when in Melk!
Closed · Opens 9 AM Wed
Little Italy Beach
Goldhaubenvenus
ONLY
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Wed
Melk Abby Panorama
Gricht
Dine-in·No delivery
Vogelteich
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Melk
Melk stands as a vibrant hub on the Danube River, welcoming nearly 1,000 cruises annually from five major cruise lines including Viking River Cruises, Emerald Cruises, and Amadeus River Cruises. While primarily a port of call rather than an embarkation point, Melk serves as a strategic stop on some of Europe's most popular river itineraries, with most cruises running for 14 nights and visiting destinations like Vienna, Budapest, and Amsterdam. The port enjoys peak popularity during the warmer months from May through September, making it an ideal addition to your Danube River cruise experience.
Stepping ashore in Melk, you'll discover a charming Austrian town crowned by one of Europe's most spectacular Baroque monasteries perched dramatically above the river. The compact town center invites leisurely exploration, offering visitors the chance to wander cobblestone streets, sample local cuisine, and soak in the authentic atmosphere of the Danube Valley. Whether you're a history enthusiast, architecture lover, or simply seeking to experience authentic Central European culture, Melk delivers memorable experiences during your river cruise stopover.
Stepping ashore in Melk, you'll discover a charming Austrian town crowned by one of Europe's most spectacular Baroque monasteries perched dramatically above the river. The compact town center invites leisurely exploration, offering visitors the chance to wander cobblestone streets, sample local cuisine, and soak in the authentic atmosphere of the Danube Valley. Whether you're a history enthusiast, architecture lover, or simply seeking to experience authentic Central European culture, Melk delivers memorable experiences during your river cruise stopover.
Cruise Lines at Melk
- Viking River Cruises (355 cruises)
- Emerald Cruises (291 cruises)
- Riverside Luxury Cruises (130 cruises)
- Viking Ocean Cruises (2 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Melk
Cruises Visiting Melk
Ship Schedule at Melk
Melk Location
Other Cruise Ports in Austria
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melk best known for?
Melk Abbey, a Baroque monastery perched above the Danube.
Where is Melk located?
Melk lies on the River Danube in Lower Austria, west of Vienna.
What can visitors do in Melk?
Visit Melk Abbey, explore the Old Town, and enjoy Wachau Valley scenery and river cruises.
Is Melk part of the Wachau UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Yes, the Wachau Valley, including Melk, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000.