Shore Excursion from Passau: Engelszell Abbey and the Schlögen Loop
A Trappist monastery and the Danube's most famous bend
Photo: Thomas Ledl, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Duration
- 4.0 hours
- Group
- up to 25 people
- Languages
- German, English, French, Italian, Spanish
This private shore excursion takes you from Passau into the upper Danube valley, to Engelhartszell with Engelszell Abbey and on to the Schlögen Loop. You see Austria's only Trappist monastery and one of the most impressive views along the entire Danube.
Engelszell Abbey was founded in the 13th century and is now home to Trappist monks who live and work here under a strict rule. The abbey church is a Rococo gem, and the beer brewed at the monastery carries the seal of authentic Trappist products.
Further downstream at Schlögen the Danube squeezes through the hard rock of the granite plateau and makes an almost complete U-turn. Your guide takes you to the Schlögener Blick viewpoint and explains how this river loop formed and why the Romans built a fort here.
This private shore excursion is planned around your ship's schedule. Your guide keeps an eye on the clock so you are back on board relaxed and on time.
Highlights
- Austria's only Trappist monastery
- The Rococo abbey church of Engelszell
- Trappist beer from the monastery
- The Schlögener Blick viewpoint
- Roman traces at Schlögen
The route
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1Passau
Departure from the ship's dock.
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2Engelhartszell
Engelszell Abbey and church.
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3Schlögen
The river loop and Roman fort.
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4Schlögener Blick
Short climb to the viewpoint.
Who this tour is for
Cruise passengers, nature lovers and anyone who wants to see the Danube valley from above.
Frequently asked questions
Are entrance fees included?
No. Entrance fees for the abbey shop or exhibitions are not included in the tour price and are paid on site. Your guide will let you know in advance which tickets you will need.
How is the price calculated?
This is a private tour, so you pay one price per group, not per person. The amount depends on the duration and group size, and you receive a quote with your request.
Can we rejoin the ship further downstream?
Depending on the schedule it may be possible to rejoin your ship at a later dock. We plan the return around your ship's timetable with a generous buffer.
