Signature highlights
The ship offers a small-scale atmosphere, panoramic public spaces and a 4-anchor standard category suited to scenic European river cruising.
MS Victor Hugo
MS Victor Hugo is an 86-guest CroisiEurope river cruise ship, in service since 2009. This page lists 56 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.
✓ Travelers preferring a small river ship
✓ Guests who value one included dining venue
✓ Passengers wanting a casual onboard atmosphere
MS Victor Hugo at a glance
Best for
- Travelers preferring a small river ship
- Guests who value one included dining venue
- Passengers wanting a casual onboard atmosphere
- Travelers seeking an accessible cabin option
- Scenery-focused travelers using an open sun deck
Think twice if you want
- Travelers wanting multiple restaurants
- Guests seeking a pool or spa
- Families needing dedicated kids facilities
- Passengers wanting large-scale entertainment venues
- Travelers preferring formal dress onboard
Live Position ● 37 minutes ago
Heading to: HUIZENCurrently on: Holland and the romantic Rhine valley (port-to-port cruise) (6 nights) — En route to Amsterdam — last stop Amsterdam
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About MS Victor Hugo
MS Victor Hugo is a compact CroisiEurope river ship operating on European waterways including the Rhine, Danube, Elbe, Sava and Tisza. The two-deck, 82-meter vessel was refurbished in 2019 and is designed for an intimate cruising experience, carrying up to 86 passengers in 43 cabins. Its upper deck contains the restaurant and lounge-bar, while the sun deck provides open-air seating and shaded relaxation areas.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- CroisiEurope
- Registry / flag
- France (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- FM4217
- MMSI
- 227734020
Onboard Experience
Pools, spa & wellness
The sun deck has loungers and a substantial shaded area for relaxing outdoors.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Main Deck · Main Deck
Main Deck adjustable twin-bed cabins Main Deck double-bed cabinUpper Deck · Upper Deck
Restaurant Lounge-bar with dance floor Reception Lounge / Bar Upper Deck adjustable twin-bed cabins Upper Deck accessible double-bed cabinSun Deck · Sun Deck
Sun Loungers Large shaded areaView the official MS Victor Hugo deck plans from CroisiEurope →
Cabins & suites
| Category | Type | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Deck adjustable twin-bed cabinsTwo separable or adjustable twin beds. Booking categories A, B and C are sold on this deck. | Oceanview | — | 2 | Main Deck |
| Main Deck double-bed cabinOne large double bed. Booking code C_DBL_PP is used by distributors. | Oceanview | — | 2 | Main Deck |
| Upper Deck adjustable twin-bed cabinsTwo separable or adjustable twin beds with a panoramic window. Booking categories A and B are sold on this deck. | Oceanview | — | 2 | Upper Deck |
| Upper Deck accessible double-bed cabinAccessible cabin with one double bed. Booking code B_PMR_PS is used by distributors. | Oceanview | — | 2 | Upper Deck |
Dining, bars & venues
1 included 0 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant
Included
The ship's restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Bars & lounges
Lounge-bar with dance floor
Varies
The lounge-bar provides seating, drinks and a dance floor; selected drinks are included while special-list drinks cost extra.
History & sister ships
- 2009Entered service.
- 2019The ship was completely refitted, including its public areas and cabins.
Where MS Victor Hugo sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 5 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| Northern Europe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| From / night | 0 | €185 | €188 | 0 | 0 | €219 | €223 | €232 | €270 | €218 | €225 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
3 Nights
A Bountiful Christmas in Alsace and the Black Forest (port-to-port cruise)
From €554 · €185/night
Ports of CallNext: Oct 20, 2026
7 upcoming departures
17 Nights
From Amsterdam to Copenhagen, explore the northern canals by cruising the Elbe, the Havel, the Oder and the Baltic sea (port-to-port cruise)
From €2,480 · €225/night
Ports of CallNext: Jul 6, 2027
3 upcoming departures
6 Nights
From Berlin to Copenhagen The Havel, the Oder and the Baltic sea (port-to-port cruise)
From €1,625 · €271/night
Ports of CallNext: May 15, 2027
2 upcoming departures
From €1,625 · €271/night
Ports of CallNext: Jun 30, 2027
3 upcoming departures
17 Nights
From Copenhagen to Amsterdam : The Baltic Sea, the Oder and Havel and Elbe Rivers (port-to-port cruise)
From €4,365 · €257/night
Ports of CallNext: Jun 30, 2027
2 upcoming departures
All 18 itineraries and their departure dates
- A Bountiful Christmas in Alsace and the Black Forest (port-to-port cruise) 13 Dec 2026
- Alsace: land of tradition and gastronomy (port-to-port cruise) 24 Oct 2026, 28 Oct 2026
- Around the World in Culinary Delights (port-to-port cruise) 20 Oct 2026, 25 Oct 2026, 2 Nov 2026, 9 Nov 2026, 27 Mar 2027, 8 Nov 2027, 20 Nov 2027
- From Amsterdam to Berlin (port-to-port cruise) 4 May 2027, 21 Jul 2027, 31 Aug 2027
- From Amsterdam to Copenhagen, explore the northern canals by cruising the Elbe, the Havel, the Oder and the Baltic sea (port-to-port cruise) 4 May 2027
- From Berlin to Amsterdam (port-to-port cruise) 6 Jul 2027, 20 Aug 2027, 9 Oct 2027
- From Berlin to Copenhagen The Havel, the Oder and the Baltic sea (port-to-port cruise) 15 May 2027, 1 Aug 2027
- From Berlin to Stralsund (port-to-port cruise) 30 Jun 2027, 14 Aug 2027, 3 Oct 2027
- From Copenhagen to Amsterdam : The Baltic Sea, the Oder and Havel and Elbe Rivers (port-to-port cruise) 30 Jun 2027, 14 Aug 2027
- Holland and the romantic Rhine valley (port-to-port cruise) 19 Oct 2026, 28 Oct 2027
- New Year on the Wild Rhine (port-to-port cruise) 30 Dec 2026, 30 Dec 2027
- Rhineland Christmas on the Romantic Rhine (port-to-port cruise) 23 Dec 2026, 23 Dec 2027
- The Best of The Netherlands (port-to-port cruise) 25 Apr 2027
- The Magic of Christmas: Savory delights and holiday traditions on a Rhine River cruise (port-to-port cruise) 7 Dec 2026, 16 Dec 2026, 3 Dec 2027, 7 Dec 2027, 11 Dec 2027, 17 Dec 2027
- The Rhine Gone Wild : A lively cruise filled with legends, flavors, and good cheer (port-to-port cruise) 16 Nov 2026, 20 Nov 2026, 24 Nov 2026, 3 Mar 2027, 12 Nov 2027, 16 Nov 2027, 24 Nov 2027
- The Rhine in celebration (Port-Port) 12 Nov 2026, 7 Mar 2027, 15 Mar 2027
- The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei (port-to-port cruise) 11 Mar 2027, 19 Mar 2027, 23 Mar 2027
- Through authentic Holland (port-to-port cruise) 5 Apr 2027, 13 Apr 2027, 30 Apr 2027, 17 Jul 2027, 20 Oct 2027, 24 Oct 2027
All Upcoming Departures
MS Victor Hugo FAQ
What flag does MS Victor Hugo sail under?
MS Victor Hugo is registered in France.
How many passengers does MS Victor Hugo hold?
MS Victor Hugo carries about 86 guests with roughly 22 crew.
How old is MS Victor Hugo?
MS Victor Hugo entered service in 2009 and was last refurbished in 2019.
What is the dress code on MS Victor Hugo?
The dress code is casual. Comfortable clothing is recommended during the day, with weather-appropriate clothing for the season and destination.
What dining is included on MS Victor Hugo?
Full board is included, with breakfast, lunch and dinner served in the restaurant. Meals are served in one sitting, with breakfast as a buffet and lunch and dinner at the table.
Are drinks included onboard?
Drinks served with meals and standard drinks at the bar are included unless the cruise program states otherwise. Special bar-menu items and wines from the special wine list cost extra.
Is Wi-Fi available on MS Victor Hugo?
Free Wi-Fi is available in the ship's lounges, bar and reception areas.
Does MS Victor Hugo have an accessible cabin?
The ship has an accessible double-bed cabin on the Upper Deck. Passengers should confirm suitability and availability before booking.
Are children and babies accommodated onboard?
Children can travel on CroisiEurope cruises, but the ships do not provide baby equipment such as travel cots or pushchairs. Families must bring the equipment they need and request age-appropriate menus for children over one year old.