Signature highlights
Panoramic lounges, two outdoor hot tubs, coastal views, an onboard Expedition Team and a battery-hybrid propulsion upgrade. The ship also supports limited vehicle carriage as part of its passenger-and-cargo role.
Currently on: Tromsø - Brønnøysund - Trondheim (2 nights) — En route to Brønnøysund — last stop Tromsø
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
MS Richard With is a Norwegian Coastal Express passenger-and-cargo ship named after Hurtigruten’s founder. Built in 1993 at Volkswerft Stralsund, the vessel combines practical coastal transport with panoramic lounges, locally sourced dining and a relaxed Nordic atmosphere. Its current configuration includes 199 cabins, space for up to 590 guests, accessible accommodation and facilities suited to scenic voyages along Norway’s coast. A battery-hybrid and emissions-reduction upgrade has modernized the ship while retaining its classic maritime character.
Panoramic lounges, two outdoor hot tubs, coastal views, an onboard Expedition Team and a battery-hybrid propulsion upgrade. The ship also supports limited vehicle carriage as part of its passenger-and-cargo role.
The current operator page lists Torget, Brygga, Multe and Kysten. Dining follows Hurtigruten’s Norway’s Coastal Kitchen approach, emphasizing Norwegian coastal ingredients and locally sourced produce.
Entertainment is centered on scenery, social spaces and informal onboard programming. The ship features the Explorer Lounge and Bar, panoramic public areas, Wi-Fi and expedition presentations.
The ship has 199 cabins, including suites, mini-suites, interior and exterior rooms, single cabins and wheelchair-adapted options. Selected renovated suites include seating areas, double beds, sofa beds, Wi-Fi, television and minibar facilities.
The ship offers flexible cabin configurations, including cabins and suites that can accommodate families. Vehicle carriage is available in limited numbers when space is reserved and the vehicle meets the operator’s size restrictions.
Facilities include a fitness room, sauna and two outdoor hot tubs. These amenities are designed for light exercise and relaxation while traveling through Norway’s coastal scenery.
Hurtigruten identifies step-free access to important public areas, two adapted public toilets and a limited number of cabins with automatic doors. Accessible cabin availability should be confirmed before booking.
The ship received a battery-hybrid and emissions-reduction upgrade, including large battery packs, newer engines, improved wastewater treatment and SRC technology for reducing nitrogen-oxide emissions. Hurtigruten states that the upgrade reduces fuel use and CO2 emissions by approximately 25 percent.
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