Signature highlights
Intimate 110-metre river ship with panoramic public areas, a sun deck, and a warm chocolate, rose, and lilac interior design inspired by Gérard Schmitter’s artistic interests.
MS Gérard Schmitter
MS Gérard Schmitter is a 172-guest CroisiEurope river cruise ship, in service since 2012. This page lists 97 upcoming departures across 18 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.
✓ Couples wanting a small-ship river cruise
✓ Scenic travelers who value open-deck viewing
✓ Passengers preferring included meals and standard drinks
MS Gérard Schmitter at a glance
Best for
- Couples wanting a small-ship river cruise
- Scenic travelers who value open-deck viewing
- Passengers preferring included meals and standard drinks
- Travelers seeking French-balcony cabins
- Guests who prefer a compact onboard layout
Think twice if you want
- Travelers seeking pools, spas, or fitness centers
- Families wanting dedicated children’s facilities
- Passengers wanting large-ship entertainment variety
- Travelers seeking single cabins
- Guests wanting multiple specialty restaurants
Live Position ● 1 hour ago
Heading to: UtrechtCurrently on: The Valley of the romantic Rhine, the Moselle and the Main (port-to-port cruise) (6 nights)
The live position is about 258 km from this itinerary’s ports, so the scheduled voyage above may be out of date. The map shows where the ship actually is.
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About MS Gérard Schmitter
MS Gérard Schmitter is a 2012-built CroisiEurope river ship named for the company’s founder. The current operator describes this Premium vessel as 110 metres long and 11.40 metres wide, with 172 passengers in 86 cabins across three passenger decks. It operates on the Rhine and Danube and has an intimate, relatively small-ship atmosphere. Passenger spaces include a panoramic restaurant, lounge-bar with dance floor, and a sun deck with loungers and shaded seating. The vessel is in active service.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- CroisiEurope
- Builder / shipyard
- Meuse & Sambre, Namur, Belgium
- Registry / flag
- France (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- FM5004
- MMSI
- 226005060
Onboard Experience
Pools, spa & wellness
The sun deck has comfortable loungers and a large shaded area for outdoor relaxation.
Environmental features
The vessel is equipped with a water-treatment plant, and CroisiEurope has identified Gérard Schmitter among its Rhine/Danube ships carrying the Green Award label.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 4 · Sun Deck
Sun Loungers Large shaded areaDeck 3 · Upper Deck
Small Lounge Terrace Double cabin, Category A Double cabin, Category BDeck 2 · Middle Deck
Reception Restaurant Lounge / Bar Terrace Double cabin, Category A Double cabin, Category B Accessible cabinDeck 1 · Main Deck
Double cabin, Category A Double cabin, Category B Double cabin, Category CView the official MS Gérard Schmitter deck plans from CroisiEurope →
Cabins & suites
Oceanview 100%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double cabin, Category APremium-location outside cabins. Includes twin-bed and double-bed configurations; upper-deck cabins have French balconies, middle- and main-deck cabins have large windows. | Oceanview | 46 | — | 2 | 1, 2, 3 |
| Double cabin, Category BIntermediate-location outside cabins. Includes twin-bed and double-bed configurations; upper-deck cabins have French balconies, middle- and main-deck cabins have large windows. | Oceanview | 31 | — | 2 | 1, 2, 3 |
| Accessible cabinCategory B accessible cabin for passengers with reduced mobility; 14 square metres, with one large bed. | Oceanview | 1 | — | 2 | 2 |
| Double cabin, Category CStandard-location cabins that may be slightly smaller; main-deck cabins have large windows. | Oceanview | 8 | — | 2 | 1 |
Dining, bars & venues
4 included 0 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant
Included
The restaurant serves all meals during the cruise.
Bars & lounges
Lounge / Bar
Varies
The lounge and bar includes a dance floor; standard drinks are included, while premium selections may cost extra.
Where MS Gérard Schmitter sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 3 | 4 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 11 | 6 |
| Northern Europe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | €174 | €185 | €208 | 0 | 0 | €266 | €232 | €303 | €267 | €267 | €267 | €281 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
4 Nights
Christmas on the romantic Rhine, the enchantment of the Lorelei Rock (port-to-port cruise)
From €898 · €225/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 22, 2026
2 upcoming departures
From €2,089 · €232/night
Ports of CallNext: Apr 1, 2027
1 upcoming departure
4 Nights
Family Club - The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei (port-to-port cruise)
3 Nights
Magical Christmas extravaganzas in Alsace and Switzerland along the Rhine (port-to-port cruise)
From €1,115 · €372/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 14, 2026
4 upcoming departures
From €1,335 · €334/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 28, 2026
2 upcoming departures
All 18 itineraries and their departure dates
- Alsace: land of tradition and gastronomy (port-to-port cruise) 26 Oct 2026, 30 Oct 2026
- Amsterdam and the pearls of the IJsselmeer (port-to-port cruise) 21 Jun 2027, 27 Jun 2027, 3 Jul 2027, 9 Jul 2027, 15 Jul 2027, 21 Jul 2027, 2 Aug 2027, 14 Aug 2027, 20 Aug 2027, 26 Aug 2027, 1 Sep 2027, 7 Sep 2027
- Christmas in Alsace and show at the Royal Palace (port-to-port) 1 Dec 2026, 10 Dec 2026
- Christmas on the romantic Rhine, the enchantment of the Lorelei Rock (port-to-port cruise) 22 Dec 2026, 22 Dec 2027
- Cruise along the Rhine from Strasbourg to Antwerp (port-to-port cruise) 1 Apr 2027
- Family Club - The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei (port-to-port cruise) 9 Jul 2027, 19 Jul 2027, 2 Aug 2027, 10 Aug 2027, 14 Aug 2027, 18 Aug 2027
- Holland and the romantic Rhine valley (port-to-port cruise) 26 Apr 2027, 17 May 2027, 15 Jun 2027, 19 Oct 2027
- Magical Christmas extravaganzas in Alsace and Switzerland along the Rhine (port-to-port cruise) 14 Dec 2026, 17 Dec 2026, 13 Dec 2027, 16 Dec 2027
- New Year in the Romantic Rhine valley (port-to-port cruise) 28 Dec 2026, 28 Dec 2027
- Springtime in Holland (port-to-port cruise) 6 Apr 2027
- The Most Beautiful Christmas Markets on a Cruise through Alsace - Strasbourg, Colmar, delicious food, and festive lights during the pre-holiday season (port-to-port cruise) 2 Dec 2026, 4 Dec 2026, 12 Dec 2026, 15 Dec 2026, 17 Dec 2026, 1 Dec 2027, 3 Dec 2027, 9 Dec 2027, 11 Dec 2027
- The Most Beautiful Christmas Markets on a Cruise through Alsace - Strasbourg, Colmar, delicious food, and festive lights during the pre-holiday season (port-to-port cruise) 1 Dec 2026, 3 Dec 2026, 9 Dec 2026, 11 Dec 2026, 14 Dec 2026, 16 Dec 2026, 30 Nov 2027, 2 Dec 2027, 8 Dec 2027, 10 Dec 2027
- The Rhine Gone Wild : A lively cruise filled with legends, flavors, and good cheer (port-to-port cruise) 16 Nov 2026, 23 Nov 2026, 2 Nov 2027, 6 Nov 2027, 10 Nov 2027, 14 Nov 2027, 18 Nov 2027, 22 Nov 2027, 26 Nov 2027
- The Rhine in flames (port-to-port cruise) 1 Jul 2027
- The Rhine in flames, an incredible spectacle on the water (port-to-port cruise) 6 Aug 2027
- The romantic Rhine valley and Holland (port-to-port cruise) 1 Apr 2027, 14 Oct 2027
- The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei (port-to-port cruise) 22 Oct 2026, 3 Nov 2026, 7 Nov 2026, 15 Mar 2027, 19 Mar 2027, 23 Mar 2027, 27 Mar 2027, 8 May 2027, 29 May 2027, 2 Jun 2027, 6 Jun 2027, 21 Jun 2027, 5 Jul 2027, 23 Jul 2027, 28 Aug 2027, 1 Sep 2027, 5 Sep 2027, 9 Sep 2027, 24 Sep 2027, 4 Oct 2027, 25 Oct 2027, 29 Oct 2027
- The Valley of the romantic Rhine, the Moselle and the Main (port-to-port cruise) 2 May 2027, 23 May 2027, 25 Jun 2027, 13 Jul 2027, 27 Jul 2027, 22 Aug 2027, 8 Oct 2027
All Upcoming Departures
MS Gérard Schmitter FAQ
What flag does MS Gérard Schmitter sail under?
MS Gérard Schmitter is registered in France.
How many passengers does MS Gérard Schmitter hold?
MS Gérard Schmitter carries about 172 guests with roughly 34 crew.
How old is MS Gérard Schmitter?
MS Gérard Schmitter entered service in 2012.
What is the dress code on MS Gérard Schmitter?
Daytime dress is casual. CroisiEurope recommends slightly dressier clothing for dinners, cocktails, and gala events, but a jacket and tie are not required.
Are meals and drinks included on MS Gérard Schmitter?
All meals are served in the Middle Deck restaurant. Drinks served with meals and standard drinks at the bar are included; premium brands and special wine-list selections cost extra.
Is tipping required on MS Gérard Schmitter?
Gratuities are discretionary. CroisiEurope collects optional tips at the end of the cruise and distributes them equally among the crew.
Is Wi-Fi available on MS Gérard Schmitter?
Free Wi-Fi is available in the ship’s lounges, bar, and reception areas.
Does MS Gérard Schmitter have accessible cabins?
Yes. The ship has one accessible Category B cabin on the Middle Deck for passengers with reduced mobility.
Are there children’s facilities on MS Gérard Schmitter?
The ship’s published layout does not identify a dedicated children’s facility or kids’ club. CroisiEurope may offer family-oriented cruises and children’s provisions on selected programs.