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MS Emily Brontë

65 upcoming departures  ·  10 itineraries

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
Gross Tonnage 3,600
Guests 169
Crew 44
Length 135.0 m
Beam 11.5 m
Decks 4
Cabins 88
Max speed 13.0 kn
Flag Switzerland
Guests per crew 3.8
Space ratio 21

MS Emily Brontë at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 33%

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

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Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it

Deck 3 · Diamond (Upper) Deck

Riverview Kitchen Panorama Lounge Bar Deluxe Balcony Suite Superior Suite (Diamond Deck) Stern Superior Suite Standard Suite (Diamond Deck)

Cabins & suites

Balcony 5% Suite 95%
CategoryTypeCabinsSizeSleepsDecks
Deluxe Balcony SuitePrivate exterior balcony; Riviera booking categories may use different codes. Balcony 4 269 sq ft 2 3
Superior Suite (Diamond Deck)French-style balcony; Riviera booking categories may use different codes. Suite 2 247 sq ft 2 3
Stern Superior SuiteLocated toward the stern; French-style balcony. Suite 2 247 sq ft 2 3
Standard Suite (Diamond Deck)French-style balcony; also described as Diamond Deck Suite. Suite 27 183 sq ft 2 3

Dining, bars & venues

5 included 0 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

Riverview Kitchen Included
Deck 3
An informal grill-style dining venue with an open kitchen, serving lunch and dinner.
Restaurant Included
Deck 2
The main restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and four-course à la carte dinner.

Bars & lounges

Bar Varies
Deck 3
The bar serves drinks beside the panoramic lounge.

Where MS Emily Brontë sails, month by month

Oct
26
Nov
26
Dec
26
Jan
27
Feb
27
Mar
27
Apr
27
May
27
Jun
27
Jul
27
Aug
27
Sep
27
European River Cruises 2 0 7 0 0 0 0 4 4 3 4 4
Northern Europe 0 0 0 0 0 1 5 0 0 0 0 0

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule.

Ports it visits most

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Itineraries & Sailings

7 Nights

Bruges, Medieval Flanders, Amsterdam & the Dutch Bulbfields River Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Apr 10, 2027
5 upcoming departures
7 Nights

Christmas on the Rhine River Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Dec 22, 2026
2 upcoming departures
4 Nights

Enchanting Rhine and Yuletide Markets River Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Dec 2, 2026
8 upcoming departures
4 Nights

Enchanting Rhine and Yuletide Markets River Cruise for Solo Travelers

Ports of Call
Next: Dec 18, 2026
2 upcoming departures
5 Nights

New Year on the Rhine River Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Dec 29, 2026
2 upcoming departures
7 Nights

Rhine and Moselle River Cruise for Solo Travelers

Ports of Call
Next: Jul 24, 2028
1 upcoming departure
7 Nights

Rhine Cruise to Switzerland

Ports of Call
Next: Oct 17, 2026
27 upcoming departures
7 Nights

Rhine, Strasbourg and Heidelberg River Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: May 31, 2027
12 upcoming departures
4 Nights

Spring in the Netherlands: Amsterdam & the Tulips Discovery Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Apr 2, 2027
5 upcoming departures
All 10 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Oct 17, 2026Oct 24, 2026Rhine Cruise to Switzerland7European River CruisesBook →
Oct 24, 2026Oct 31, 2026Rhine Cruise to Switzerland7European River CruisesBook →
Dec 2, 2026Dec 6, 2026Enchanting Rhine and Yuletide Markets River Cruise4European River CruisesBook →
Dec 6, 2026Dec 10, 2026Enchanting Rhine and Yuletide Markets River Cruise4European River CruisesBook →
Dec 10, 2026Dec 14, 2026Enchanting Rhine and Yuletide Markets River Cruise4European River CruisesBook →
Dec 14, 2026Dec 18, 2026Enchanting Rhine and Yuletide Markets River Cruise4European River CruisesBook →
Dec 18, 2026Dec 22, 2026Enchanting Rhine and Yuletide Markets River Cruise for Solo Travelers4European River CruisesBook →
Dec 22, 2026Dec 29, 2026Christmas on the Rhine River Cruise7European River CruisesBook →
Dec 29, 2026Jan 3, 2027New Year on the Rhine River Cruise5European River CruisesBook →
Mar 22, 2027Mar 26, 2027Spring in the Netherlands: Amsterdam & the Tulips River Cruise for Solo Travelers4Northern EuropeBook →
Apr 2, 2027Apr 6, 2027Spring in the Netherlands: Amsterdam & the Tulips Discovery Cruise4Northern EuropeBook →
Apr 6, 2027Apr 10, 2027Spring in the Netherlands: Amsterdam & the Tulips Discovery Cruise4Northern EuropeBook →
Apr 10, 2027Apr 17, 2027Bruges, Medieval Flanders, Amsterdam & the Dutch Bulbfields River Cruise7Northern EuropeBook →
Apr 17, 2027Apr 24, 2027Bruges, Medieval Flanders, Amsterdam & the Dutch Bulbfields River Cruise7Northern EuropeBook →
Apr 24, 2027May 1, 2027Bruges, Medieval Flanders, Amsterdam & the Dutch Bulbfields River Cruise7Northern EuropeBook →
May 3, 2027May 10, 2027Rhine Cruise to Switzerland7European River CruisesBook →
May 17, 2027May 24, 2027Rhine Cruise to Switzerland7European River CruisesBook →
May 24, 2027May 31, 2027Rhine Cruise to Switzerland7European River CruisesBook →
May 31, 2027Jun 7, 2027Rhine, Strasbourg and Heidelberg River Cruise7European River CruisesBook →
Jun 7, 2027Jun 14, 2027Rhine Cruise to Switzerland7European River CruisesBook →
Jun 14, 2027Jun 21, 2027Rhine Cruise to Switzerland7European River CruisesBook →
Jun 21, 2027Jun 28, 2027Rhine, Strasbourg and Heidelberg River Cruise7European River CruisesBook →
Jun 28, 2027Jul 5, 2027Rhine Cruise to Switzerland7European River CruisesBook →
Jul 5, 2027Jul 12, 2027Rhine Cruise to Switzerland7European River CruisesBook →

Showing the next 24 of 65 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

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.