Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
German
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
Jun–Oct
Typical Duration
12-14 nights
Price Range
$2,195–$18,843 per person
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to Franconia's wine region and a UNESCO World Heritage old town, Würzburg is a premier stop on Rhine River cruises offering baroque architecture and Main River valley scenery.
Cruises that visit Würzburg
- cruises to Würzburg
- Würzburg sailings
- Würzburg cruises
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 10-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 10-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 10-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 10-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 10-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 10-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 10-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 10-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 10-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 10-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 11-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 14-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking River Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Würzburg
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 2:00 PM
Usually about 6 hours ashore
Getting around:
Wertheim Village
It has a good selection of brands with good discounts on the high street.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Old Main Bridge
Beautiful city with plenty to do and unlimited options of local wine.
Würzburg Residence
Sight seeing city tour mini train is close to the house entrance.
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Marienberg Fortress
The museum has great paintings, furniture and wonderful pottery.
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Backöfele
The food is also great for a fair price and the atmosphere is just perfect.
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Brauerei-Gasthof Alter Kranen
Wonderful food, friendly service and great location.
Closed · Opens 12 PM
St. Kilian's Cathedral
You can easily spend an hour here taking in every detail of this building.
Gasthaus Alte Mainmühle
Great food, great wine, excellent service, great location.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Galeria Kaufhof
A multistorey shopping complex, neat and clean with a variety of brands.
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Bürgerspital-Weinstuben
Great atmosphere, delicious food, generous portions and nice presentation.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Court Garden
The Garden is a beautiful and peaceful escape right next to the Residence.
Closed · Opens 8 AM
Café Wunschlos glücklich
Especially appreciate that they have decaf espresso
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Wirtshaus am Dom Würzburg
Nice atmosphere, great service and good food!
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Homepark Würzburg
A variety of shops with a huge parking lot
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Wohnzimmer Bar Würzburg
Nice friendly atmosphere with friendly service, good bar food and drinks.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
TK Maxx
Chaotic but tons of stuff and good prices
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Käppele Sanctuary
Everything is bright, welcoming and very harmoniously designed.
Restaurant & Weinhaus Stachel
Tasty food, beautiful plate design beside a generous amount of wein.
Closed · Opens 4 PM
Stadtstrand Würzburg
I just love it 🍹😎☀️Nice Staff, very clean, great drinks and food.
Closed · Opens 4 PM
Botanical Garden
Entry free of charge.
Temporarily closed
Ring Park
Would recommend it any day.
Four Tubes Fountain
ReImagine Tours makes navigating the historic streets simple and enjoyable.
Der Auflauf - Würzburg
absolutely delicious, fair prices, excellent service and lovely atmosphere.
Closed · Opens 12 PM
St Mary's Chapel
Make sure you have a glass of wine on the Old Bridge.
Escalera :: Cocktailbar und Restaurant
The drinks are fine, the service is really nice and attentive.
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Hubland Center
Best price and good 👍
Closed · Opens 7 AM
Mera Tapas
Good Food, nice waitress and nice ambiance
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Grace Würzburg
Nice place to be
Closed · Opens 4 PM
New Munster
Amazing art work!
Closed · Opens 8 AM
Hasenstall - Würzburg
Cool bar very cheap for germany cool staf good music will come back
Closes soon · 3 AM
ISI Hookah Bar
I would say, a nice place to spend an evening with a group of friends.
Closed · Opens 4 PM
Echter-Galerie
Go and check your interest and enjoying.
Closed · Opens 8 AM
Haltestelle Barviertel
The ambience is raw and very cool with the music in the background.
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Schlier - Modehaus in Würzburg
In-store shopping·Curbside pickup·Delivery
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Court Church of Residence Würzburg
Really worth looking in and it's free
Hanna Huckebein
Awesome bar - love the vibe and people!
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Lemondrive Bar
Super bar, cozy, great drinks, excellent service, nice people!
Closed · Opens 8 PM
Velvet Waller
Thank you for the atmosphere and wine recommendations
Closed · Opens 12 PM Fri
CC Passage
Nice good best restaurants
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
KUNO 1408
Pretty good food.
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Moritz Bar
Always a great experience being here, great drinks and great atmosphere :)
Closed · Opens 7 PM
Dompassage
In-store pickup
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Franconia Fountain
perfect experience.
Martin von Wagner Museum
What a hidden gem, I like it more than more famous museums.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Felsenbrunnen
Gardens are free entrance.
Waterfront Am Main Würzburg
Has top notch restaurants like Locanda, Beef 800 and alter kraken…
Marienberg
Most places had access free of charge.
Fürstengarten
Temporarily closed
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Würzburg
Würzburg stands as a vibrant hub on the Rhine 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, Würzburg serves as an excellent stopping point on European river itineraries, particularly on the popular 14-night cruises that explore the heart of the continent. Passengers boarding here will find themselves positioned perfectly for journeys to iconic destinations like Vienna, Budapest, and Amsterdam.
Stepping ashore in Würzburg, you'll discover a beautifully preserved Baroque city that captivates visitors with its architectural treasures and rich cultural heritage. The charming riverside setting combined with the city's historic character makes it an ideal port for exploring the Main River region, with peak cruise seasons running from June through October when the weather is most favorable for river travel and shore excursions.
Stepping ashore in Würzburg, you'll discover a beautifully preserved Baroque city that captivates visitors with its architectural treasures and rich cultural heritage. The charming riverside setting combined with the city's historic character makes it an ideal port for exploring the Main River region, with peak cruise seasons running from June through October when the weather is most favorable for river travel and shore excursions.
Cruise Lines at Würzburg
- Viking River Cruises (697 cruises)
- Emerald Cruises (195 cruises)
- Riverside Luxury Cruises (20 cruises)
- Viking Ocean Cruises (2 cruises)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Würzburg known for?
Baroque architecture, the Residence UNESCO site, and its wine culture.
What are the must-see sights in Würzburg?
Residence Palace, Marienberg Fortress, Old Main Bridge, Würzburg Cathedral.
When is the best time to visit Würzburg?
Spring and early autumn offer mild weather and vineyard scenery.
How can I explore Würzburg's wine region?
Join cellar tours, wine tastings, and strolls along the Main River.