Signature highlights
Signature-fleet ship with panoramic lounges, an expanded Expedition Team, free Wi-Fi, lecture facilities, and a relaxed small-ship atmosphere. The vessel sails Hurtigruten’s Svalbard Line in summer and North Cape Line in winter.
MS Midnatsol
MS Midnatsol is a 570-guest Hurtigruten cruise ship, in service since 2003. This page lists 68 upcoming departures across 5 itineraries in Northern Europe, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Scenery-focused coastal travelers
✓ Guests who prefer small ships
✓ Travelers wanting lectures and expedition programming
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MS Midnatsol at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 51%
A small ship at 16,151 gross tons — #277 of 566 ships we track. 28 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- Scenery-focused coastal travelers
- Guests who prefer small ships
- Travelers wanting lectures and expedition programming
- Couples seeking panoramic lounges and fine dining
- Informal travelers avoiding formal cruise routines
Think twice if you want
- Families seeking a kids club
- Travelers wanting pools or waterslides
- Guests expecting casinos or cabaret shows
- Cruisers wanting extensive nightlife
- Travelers needing many accessible cabins
Live Position ● 44 minutes ago
Heading to: BergenCurrently on: Hamburg – Honningsvåg – Hamburg (14 nights) — Currently at Åndalsnes
Hamburg
→ Stavanger
→ Ålesund
→ Rørvik
→ Svolvær
→ Tromsø
→ Honningsvåg
→ Alta
→ Narvik
→ Åndalsnes
→ Bergen
→ Hamburg
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About MS Midnatsol
MS Midnatsol is a compact Norwegian coastal vessel operated by Hurtigruten. Built in 2003 and refurbished in spring 2026, she joined Hurtigruten’s Signature fleet in May 2026. The ship combines a relatively intimate onboard atmosphere with panoramic public spaces, three restaurants, expedition-led talks and activities, a sauna and fitness room, and accessible facilities. Her current passenger-facing specifications list capacity for 570 guests in 272 cabins, making her suited to scenic coastal and Arctic voyages rather than resort-style cruising.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Hurtigruten ASA
- Builder / shipyard
- Bruces Verkstad AB, Sweden, with completion and outfitting by Fosen Mekaniske Verksteder AS, Norway
- Registry / flag
- Norway (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- LEFO
- IMO number
- 9247728
- MMSI
- 258595000
- Draft
- 5.1 m
- Previous names
- MS Maud (2021–2024)
Onboard Experience
For families
The ship provides a smaller-scale coastal-voyage environment with restaurants, lounges, Wi-Fi, and expedition activities, but no dedicated children's clubs or major resort-style family attractions are identified on the current official ship page.
Pools, spa & wellness
A panoramic sauna and fitness room are located on the top deck, with views through large windows. The ship also has open-deck and panoramic-lounge areas for scenic relaxation.
Accessibility
Hurtigruten states that the ship has step-free access to key public areas, accessible toilets, and a limited number of accessible cabins with automatic doors.
Environmental features
As part of Hurtigruten’s Norwegian coastal fleet, MS Midnatsol supports locally focused coastal and expedition operations. No ship-specific propulsion or emissions technology is stated on the current official ship page.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 9
1893 Lounge Sauna Fitness room Observation deck Seating area BarDeck 8
Røst 1893 Bar Library Lounge Expedition Suite Arctic SuperiorDeck 7
Expedition Suite Arctic Superior Polar Outside Polar InsideDeck 6
Outdoor walking deck Expedition Suite Arctic Superior Polar Outside Polar InsideDeck 5
Flora Brasserie Árran Lecture hall Shop Info/Expedition TeamDeck 4
Guest Laundry Reception Gangway Arctic Superior Polar Outside Polar InsideView the official MS Midnatsol deck plans from Hurtigruten →
Cabins & suites
| Category | Type | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition SuiteIncludes M2, MG, MX and Q2 suite codes; some suites have private balconies. | Suite | 248–484 ft² sq ft | 2 | 6, 7, 8 |
| Arctic SuperiorIncludes U2D, P2D, YA3 and QJ codes; YA3 cabins accommodate up to three guests. | Oceanview | — | 3 | 4, 6, 7, 8 |
| Polar OutsideIncludes L2, N2, O2, J2 and J3 codes; some cabins have restricted or partially obstructed views. | Oceanview | — | 3 | 4, 6, 7 |
| Polar InsideIncludes I2, I4 and K2 codes; I4 is the four-berth inside-cabin code. | Inside | — | 4 | 4, 6, 7 |
Dining, bars & venues
7 included 0 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Flora
Included
The main restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Brasserie Árran
Included
A casual restaurant serving Norwegian-inspired dishes, salads, sandwiches and burgers.
Røst
Varies
An à la carte fine-dining restaurant included for suite guests and available as an upgrade for other cabins.
Bars & lounges
1893 Bar
Varies
The Signature bar serves Norwegian aquavit, cocktails and selected drinks.
1893 Lounge
Included
A two-level panoramic lounge with seating and the 1893 bar.
History & sister ships
- 2003Entered service, built by Bruces Verkstad AB, Sweden, with completion and outfitting by Fosen Mekaniske Verksteder AS, Norway.
- 2021The ship was renamed MS Maud after entering Hurtigruten Expeditions service.
- 2024The ship returned to the name MS Midnatsol.
- 2026A spring dry-dock refurbishment refreshed cabins and public spaces and added the Signature restaurants, 1893 Bar and related Signature interiors.
Other Coastal Ship ships
Where MS Midnatsol sails, month by month
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| Northern Europe | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 2 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Next: Jun 7, 2027
6 upcoming departures
All 5 itineraries and their departure dates
- Bergen - Svalbard - Bergen 17 May 2027, 31 May 2027, 14 Jun 2027, 28 Jun 2027, 12 Jul 2027, 26 Jul 2027, 9 Aug 2027, 23 Aug 2027, 6 Sep 2027
- Bergen – Longyearbyen 31 May 2027, 12 Jul 2027, 26 Jul 2027, 9 Aug 2027, 23 Aug 2027, 6 Sep 2027
- Hamburg - Hamburg 6 May 2028, 15 May 2028, 19 Sep 2028, 28 Sep 2028, 7 Apr 2029, 16 Apr 2029
- Hamburg – Honningsvåg – Hamburg 7 Nov 2026, 21 Nov 2026, 5 Dec 2026, 19 Dec 2026, 2 Jan 2027, 16 Jan 2027, 30 Jan 2027, 13 Feb 2027, 27 Feb 2027, 13 Mar 2027, 27 Mar 2027, 10 Apr 2027, 24 Apr 2027, 25 Sep 2027, 9 Oct 2027, 23 Oct 2027, 6 Nov 2027, 20 Nov 2027, 4 Dec 2027, 18 Dec 2027, 1 Jan 2028, 15 Jan 2028, 29 Jan 2028, 12 Feb 2028, 11 Mar 2028, 25 Mar 2028, 8 Apr 2028, 22 Apr 2028, 7 Oct 2028, 21 Oct 2028, 4 Nov 2028, 18 Nov 2028, 2 Dec 2028, 16 Dec 2028, 30 Dec 2028, 13 Jan 2029, 27 Jan 2029, 10 Feb 2029, 24 Feb 2029, 10 Mar 2029, 24 Mar 2029
- Longyearbyen - Bergen 7 Jun 2027, 19 Jul 2027, 2 Aug 2027, 16 Aug 2027, 30 Aug 2027, 13 Sep 2027
All Upcoming Departures
MS Midnatsol FAQ
What flag does MS Midnatsol sail under?
MS Midnatsol is registered in Norway.
How many passengers does MS Midnatsol hold?
MS Midnatsol carries about 570 guests.
How old is MS Midnatsol?
MS Midnatsol entered service in 2003 and was last refurbished in 2026.
How big is MS Midnatsol?
At 16,151 gross tons and 136 m long, MS Midnatsol is a small ship — larger than 51% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
Is there a dress code on MS Midnatsol?
No formal dress code applies. Comfortable clothing is acceptable, but shoes must be worn in restaurants and bars.
Which dining is included on MS Midnatsol?
Breakfast, lunch and dinner at Flora are included. Brasserie Árran is included, while Røst is included for suite guests and available as an upgrade for other cabins.
Are gratuities included or expected?
Tipping is not customary or expected on Hurtigruten voyages. Guests may leave a voluntary tip for exceptional service.
Is Wi-Fi included on MS Midnatsol?
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship, including cabins, although speeds and signal strength can vary in remote areas.
Is MS Midnatsol accessible for wheelchair users?
The ship has step-free access to key public areas, accessible toilets and a limited number of accessible cabins. Accessible cabins include 614, 616, 619 and 625.
Are children welcome, and is there a kids club?
Children are welcome, but Hurtigruten does not provide dedicated kids clubs or dedicated children's activities on its ships.