Signature highlights
Designed specifically for the Seine, with a distinctive square bow, 360-degree Sun Deck views, solar panels, shore-power capability and an indoor-outdoor Aquavit Terrace.
Viking Nerthus
Viking Nerthus is a 168-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2025. This page lists 3 upcoming departures across 3 itineraries in European River Cruises, day by day and port by port.
✓ Adults seeking a small, quiet river-ship atmosphere
✓ Scenic cruising with extensive outdoor viewing areas
✓ Travelers preferring included dining and complimentary Wi-Fi
Viking Nerthus at a glance
Best for
- Adults seeking a small, quiet river-ship atmosphere
- Scenic cruising with extensive outdoor viewing areas
- Travelers preferring included dining and complimentary Wi-Fi
- Guests choosing between river-view, French balcony and veranda cabins
- Passengers interested in lectures, music and destination-focused activities
Think twice if you want
- Families traveling with children under 18
- Travelers wanting a swimming pool, spa or fitness center
- Guests needing elevator access to every cabin deck
- Passengers seeking nightlife, casinos or numerous specialty restaurants
- Travelers wanting large-ship entertainment and extensive onboard facilities
About Viking Nerthus
Viking Nerthus is a purpose-built Viking Longship for the Seine River, delivered in 2025 and designed for round-trip cruising between Paris and Normandy. The compact 168-guest ship has 84 river-facing staterooms, Scandinavian interiors, an Aquavit Terrace, panoramic public spaces and hybrid diesel-electric propulsion with battery support.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Viking River Cruises
- Builder / shipyard
- NEPTUN WERFT, Rostock-Warnemünde, Germany
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland
Onboard Experience
For families
No dedicated children's facilities or family programming were identified in the reviewed sources.
Pools, spa & wellness
The Sun Deck includes a walking track and shaded seating area. No dedicated spa, fitness center or pool was identified in the reviewed sources.
Accessibility
An elevator serves the Middle and Upper Decks; Viking states that categories E and F do not have elevator access.
Environmental features
The ship uses hybrid propulsion combining diesel-electric power and batteries, with exhaust-gas aftertreatment, shore-power capability and solar panels intended to reduce fuel use and emissions while in port.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 4 · Sun Deck
Sun DeckDeck 3 · Upper Deck
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge Lounge & Bar Library French Balcony Stateroom Veranda Stateroom Veranda Suite Explorer SuiteDeck 2 · Middle Deck
Restaurant Onboard Shop French Balcony Stateroom Veranda StateroomDeck 1 · Main Deck
Standard StateroomView the official Viking Nerthus deck plans from Viking River Cruises →
Cabins & suites
Oceanview 48%
Balcony 42%
Suite 11%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard StateroomCategories E and F; water-level staterooms with half-height picture windows. | Oceanview | 22 | 150 sq ft | 2 | 1 |
| French Balcony StateroomCategories C and D; French balcony with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door. | Oceanview | 18 | 135 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda StateroomCategories A and B; full-size private veranda. | Balcony | 35 | 205 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda SuiteCategory AA; separate living room and bedroom, with a veranda off the living room and French balcony in the bedroom. | Suite | 7 | 275 sq ft | 2 | 3 |
Dining, bars & venues
4 included 1 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant
Included
The main dining room has panoramic windows and serves all onboard meals.
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge
Included
Indoor and outdoor bow venue for casual dining and scenic viewing.
Bars & lounges
Lounge & Bar
Varies
Observation lounge with a bar, floor-to-ceiling glass doors and space for performances and presentations.
Where Viking Nerthus sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | $400 | 0 | $428 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Next: Mar 17, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $2,999 · $428/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 18, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $2,799 · $400/night
Ports of CallNext: Oct 23, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All 3 itineraries and their departure dates
- 14 Nights Western Europe Cruise 17 Mar 2028
- 7 Nights Western Europe Cruise 18 Dec 2026
- 7 Nights Western Europe Cruise 23 Oct 2026
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2026 | Oct 30, 2026 | 7 Nights Western Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Dec 18, 2026 | Dec 25, 2026 | 7 Nights Western Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 17, 2028 | Mar 31, 2028 | 14 Nights Western Europe Cruise | 14 | European River Cruises | Book → |
Viking Nerthus FAQ
What flag does Viking Nerthus sail under?
Viking Nerthus is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does Viking Nerthus hold?
Viking Nerthus carries about 168 guests with roughly 46 crew.
How old is Viking Nerthus?
Viking Nerthus entered service in 2025.
What is the dress code on Viking Nerthus?
Daytime dress is casual. Evenings are elegant casual, with no formal nights; jackets and ties are optional.
Are meals included on Viking Nerthus?
All onboard dining is included. Beer, wine and soft drinks are complimentary with lunch and dinner, while other beverages may cost extra.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Yes. Wi-Fi is complimentary, although connection speed and availability can vary because the ship uses cellular or satellite connectivity.
What is the tipping policy?
Gratuities are discretionary. Guests may pre-purchase gratuities or have a discretionary service charge added to the shipboard account, with adjustments available through Guest Services.
Is Viking Nerthus accessible for guests using wheelchairs?
The elevator connects the Middle and Upper decks only; the Main Deck cabin categories E and F do not have elevator access. Guests must be able to move independently in an emergency and should submit Viking's accessibility information before departure.
Can children travel on Viking Nerthus?
Viking River Cruises requires guests to be at least 18 years old on the embarkation date and does not provide facilities or services for younger children.