MS Emily Brontë is a 169-guest Riviera Travel river cruise ship. This page lists 65 upcoming departures across 10 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.
✓ Adults seeking an all-suite river cruise✓ Travelers who value included dining and drinks✓ Guests preferring a compact ship with lounge and bistro options
A small expedition-size ship at 3,600 gross tons —
#362 of 565 ships we track.
21 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
Adults seeking an all-suite river cruise
Travelers who value included dining and drinks
Guests preferring a compact ship with lounge and bistro options
Passengers who enjoy river views from French or exterior balconies
Travelers comfortable using stairs to reach the Sun Deck
Think twice if you want
Families seeking children’s facilities or youth programming
Travelers needing step-free access to every deck
Guests wanting large-ship theatres and extensive nightlife
Passengers seeking multiple pools or many specialty restaurants
Travelers who prefer formal evening dress codes
Live Position
● 3 hours ago
Heading to: Koblenz
0.0 knots
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About MS Emily Brontë
MS Emily Brontë is a Swiss-flagged, all-suite river ship operated by Riviera Travel and owned by Scylla AG. The four-deck vessel carries up to 169 guests with 44 crew and offers spacious suites, French balconies, a panoramic lounge and bar, two dining venues, a fitness area, wellness facilities and a sun-deck splash pool. It is designed for relaxed European river cruising, with a particularly strong emphasis on comfortable public spaces, scenic viewing and informal onboard dining.
Ship at a Glance
Operator
Riviera Travel
Builder / shipyard
Vahali Shipyards, Zasavica, Serbia, with final outfitting in the Netherlands
Registry / flag
Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
HE7584
MMSI
269057584
Draft
2.0 m
Onboard Experience
Signature highlights
A panoramic observation lounge and bar, sun deck with loungers and splash pool, glass elevator serving the three accommodation decks, French-balcony suites and a small number of exterior balcony suites. The ship also provides a putting green, complimentary Wi-Fi and bicycles for guests.
For families
The ship is primarily designed for adult river cruising and does not feature major dedicated children's facilities. Its compact layout, lift between the accommodation decks and splash pool may suit families travelling with older children.
Pools, spa & wellness
Facilities include a fitness area, spa and wellness area, hair salon and an outdoor splash pool on the sun deck.
Accessibility
A lift connects the Upper, Middle and Lower decks. The sun deck is accessible only by stairs, and the ship's river-cruise design may limit access for guests requiring step-free access to every public area.
Environmental features
The vessel supports shore-side electrical connection through its technical equipment, where available. No current operator-published environmental performance figures were located.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 4 · Sun Deck
Splash Pool
Deck 3 · Diamond (Upper) Deck
Riverview KitchenPanorama LoungeBarDeluxe Balcony SuiteSuperior Suite (Diamond Deck)Stern Superior SuiteStandard Suite (Diamond Deck)
Deck 2 · Ruby (Middle) Deck
RestaurantSuperior Suite (Ruby Deck)Standard Suite (Ruby Deck)
Rhine Cruise to Switzerland17 Oct 2026, 24 Oct 2026, 3 May 2027, 17 May 2027, 24 May 2027, 7 Jun 2027, 14 Jun 2027, 28 Jun 2027, 5 Jul 2027, 19 Jul 2027, 26 Jul 2027, 9 Aug 2027, 16 Aug 2027, 30 Aug 2027, 6 Sep 2027, 20 Sep 2027, 27 Sep 2027, 11 Oct 2027, 18 Oct 2027, 15 May 2028, 22 May 2028, 11 Sep 2028, 18 Sep 2028, 2 Oct 2028, 9 Oct 2028, 16 Oct 2028, 23 Oct 2028
Rhine, Strasbourg and Heidelberg River Cruise31 May 2027, 21 Jun 2027, 2 Aug 2027, 13 Sep 2027, 25 Oct 2027, 1 May 2028, 5 Jun 2028, 26 Jun 2028, 10 Jul 2028, 7 Aug 2028, 21 Aug 2028, 4 Sep 2028
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MS Emily Brontë FAQ
What flag does MS Emily Brontë sail under?
MS Emily Brontë is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does MS Emily Brontë hold?
MS Emily Brontë carries about 169 guests with roughly 44 crew.
How big is MS Emily Brontë?
At 3,600 gross tons and 135 m long, MS Emily Brontë is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 33% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on MS Emily Brontë?
There is no formal dress requirement; smart-casual clothing is acceptable. Men are asked not to wear shorts at dinner or vest tops in the dining room.
What dining is included on MS Emily Brontë?
The standard fare includes breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant. The Riverview Kitchen is also available for lunch and dinner at no extra charge.
Are drinks included on MS Emily Brontë?
Riviera Travel’s European river cruises include an all-inclusive drinks package from 10 a.m. to midnight, beginning at 4 p.m. on arrival day and excluding departure day.
Are gratuities included?
Gratuities are not included and are discretionary. Riviera Travel gives a general guideline of €8–€12 per person per day for crew service.
Is Wi-Fi available on MS Emily Brontë?
Complimentary Wi-Fi is included throughout the ship, including cabins and public areas.
Is MS Emily Brontë suitable for passengers with limited mobility or children?
A lift connects the Upper, Middle and Lower accommodation decks, but the Sun Deck is accessible only by stairs. The minimum age is 12, minors must share a cabin with an adult aged 21 or over, and the ship has no dedicated children’s facilities.