Signature highlights
A shallow-draft stern-paddle design enables navigation on the Elbe and Vltava, including access to central Prague. The ship was inaugurated in April 2016 and remains in active CroisiEurope service.
MS Elbe Princesse
MS Elbe Princesse is a 77-guest CroisiEurope river cruise ship, in service since 2016. This page lists 58 upcoming departures across 6 itineraries in European River Cruises, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Travelers wanting a small riverboat with 38 cabins
✓ Passengers who value French-balcony cabins
✓ Couples interested in Berlin-to-Prague river cruising
MS Elbe Princesse at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 5%
A small expedition-size ship at 1,500 gross tons — #523 of 565 ships we track. 19 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- Travelers wanting a small riverboat with 38 cabins
- Passengers who value French-balcony cabins
- Couples interested in Berlin-to-Prague river cruising
- Guests who prefer one main restaurant and one lounge-bar
- Scenery-focused travelers who use open-air deck space
Think twice if you want
- Travelers wanting multiple restaurants or specialty dining
- Passengers seeking a large ship entertainment program
- Families looking for dedicated kids facilities
- Travelers requiring elevator access between passenger decks
- Guests wanting extensive spa or fitness facilities
Live Position ● 1 hour ago
Heading to: LITOMERICECurrently on: Prague, Dresden, and the Castles of Bohemia: A Spectacular Cruise on the Elbe and Vltava Rivers (6 nights) — Currently at Prague
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About MS Elbe Princesse
MS Elbe Princesse is a compact CroisiEurope river vessel built for shallow-water cruising on the Elbe and Vltava. Its stern paddle wheels allow access to routes between Berlin, Dresden and Prague, while the small scale provides an intimate onboard experience. The ship has two passenger decks, a panoramic restaurant, lounge-bar and open sun deck. Main-deck cabins have large windows, while upper-deck cabins feature French balconies.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- CroisiEurope
- Builder / shipyard
- STX France / Neopolia, Saint-Nazaire, France
- Registry / flag
- France (formerly France; Strasbourg; confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- FM6906
- MMSI
- 226011460
- Draft
- 0.9 m
Onboard Experience
For families
No dedicated children's facilities are identified in the reviewed sources.
Pools, spa & wellness
The ship provides an open sun deck with deck chairs and loungers, but no dedicated spa or fitness center is listed.
Accessibility
CroisiEurope's fleet materials identify a cabin suitable for passengers with reduced mobility.
Environmental features
The vessel's shallow 0.9-meter draft and stern-paddle propulsion are designed primarily for operating in the Elbe's low-water conditions; no specific environmental certification was identified.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 3 · Sun Deck
Sun Deck Sun Loungers Large shaded areaDeck 2 · Upper Deck
Salon-Bar Terrace Reception Lounge/bar with dancefloor Category A Category B Category CDeck 1 · Main Deck
Restaurant Category A Category B Category CView the official MS Elbe Princesse deck plans from CroisiEurope →
Cabins & suites
Balcony 63%
Oceanview 37%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category AUpper-deck French-balcony cabins; includes 18 twin-bed cabins measuring 156 square feet and one single cabin measuring 118 square feet. | Balcony | 19 | 118–156 sq ft | 2 | 2 |
| Category BUpper-deck French-balcony cabins; includes one twin-bed cabin measuring 156 square feet and two large-bed cabins measuring 129 square feet. | Balcony | 3 | 129–156 sq ft | 2 | 2 |
| Category CUpper-deck French-balcony cabins; includes one accessible large-bed cabin measuring 145 square feet and one twin-bed cabin measuring 156 square feet. | Balcony | 2 | 145–156 sq ft | 2 | 2 |
| Category AMain-deck cabins with opening picture windows. | Oceanview | 10 | 156 sq ft | 2 | 1 |
Dining, bars & venues
3 included 0 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant
Included
The main restaurant serves all meals during the cruise and has panoramic windows.
Bars & lounges
Salon-Bar
Varies
The aft lounge and bar has a dance floor and hosts onboard games, dancing and evening entertainment.
Where MS Elbe Princesse sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 3 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 4 |
| From / night | €170 | €160 | €254 | 0 | 0 | €267 | €329 | €313 | €303 | €310 | €310 | €329 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
4 Nights
Imperial Prague and its exceptional palaces: a cruise into the private lives of great aristocratic families (Port to Port)
4 Nights
Imperial Prague; where Baroque elegance meets the soul of Bohemia (Port to Port)
6 Nights
Prague, Dresden, and the Castles of Bohemia: A Spectacular Cruise on the Elbe and Vltava Rivers
From €1,347 · €225/night
Ports of CallNext: Oct 22, 2026
31 upcoming departures
All 6 itineraries and their departure dates
- Holiday Cheer Along the Elbe River (port-to-port cruise) 3 Dec 2026, 7 Dec 2026, 11 Dec 2026, 15 Dec 2026, 19 Dec 2026, 1 Dec 2027, 5 Dec 2027, 9 Dec 2027, 13 Dec 2027, 17 Dec 2027
- Imperial Prague and its exceptional palaces: a cruise into the private lives of great aristocratic families (Port to Port) 28 Oct 2026, 1 Nov 2026, 5 Nov 2026, 9 Nov 2026, 13 Nov 2026, 17 Nov 2026, 21 Nov 2026, 25 Nov 2026, 29 Nov 2026
- Imperial Prague; where Baroque elegance meets the soul of Bohemia (Port to Port) 16 Mar 2027, 20 Mar 2027, 24 Mar 2027, 28 Mar 2027
- Magical Christmas in Prague (port-to-port cruise) 23 Dec 2026, 23 Dec 2027
- New year's in Prague (port-to-port cruise) 29 Dec 2026, 29 Dec 2027
- Prague, Dresden, and the Castles of Bohemia: A Spectacular Cruise on the Elbe and Vltava Rivers 22 Oct 2026, 28 Oct 2026, 1 Apr 2027, 7 Apr 2027, 21 Apr 2027, 27 Apr 2027, 3 May 2027, 9 May 2027, 15 May 2027, 2 Jun 2027, 8 Jun 2027, 14 Jun 2027, 20 Jun 2027, 26 Jun 2027, 2 Jul 2027, 8 Jul 2027, 14 Jul 2027, 20 Jul 2027, 26 Jul 2027, 1 Aug 2027, 7 Aug 2027, 13 Aug 2027, 19 Aug 2027, 25 Aug 2027, 31 Aug 2027, 12 Sep 2027, 18 Sep 2027, 24 Sep 2027, 30 Sep 2027, 6 Oct 2027, 28 Oct 2027
All Upcoming Departures
MS Elbe Princesse FAQ
What flag does MS Elbe Princesse sail under?
MS Elbe Princesse is registered in France. Some older references still list France; Strasbourg.
How many passengers does MS Elbe Princesse hold?
MS Elbe Princesse carries about 77 guests with roughly 25 crew.
How old is MS Elbe Princesse?
MS Elbe Princesse entered service in 2016.
How big is MS Elbe Princesse?
At 1,500 gross tons and 95 m long, MS Elbe Princesse is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 5% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
Is Wi-Fi available on MS Elbe Princesse?
Yes. Wi-Fi is listed among the onboard cabin and ship facilities.
Are meals included on MS Elbe Princesse?
The ship's restaurant serves all meals during the cruise; the operator's ship information does not state that individual meals are separately charged.
Does MS Elbe Princesse have an accessible cabin?
Yes. The ship has one Category C cabin adapted for passengers with reduced mobility on the upper deck.
Do the cabins have balconies or outside views?
All cabins are outside-facing. Upper-deck cabins have French balconies with panoramic sliding windows, while main-deck cabins have large opening windows.
Is there laundry service onboard?
No. CroisiEurope states that there is no laundry service onboard.