Danube River at the Bottom! Shocking Levels and Closed Ferries!

02.08.2026 | Natural disasters

The water level of the Danube River continues to drop at record rates. Ferries are closed, shipping is disrupted. What will happen? Forecasts and solutions.

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We are recording a record low level on the Danube River – the situation is critical! The waters continue to recede, threatening navigation and forcing authorities to suspend ferry lines.

Current Situation

Currently, dozens of ships are anchored or in ports, and the Oryahovo – Beket ferry line is closed. The Nikopol line is operating at maximum capacity. Forecasts predict that water levels will continue to drop next week.

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