Viking Libra is a 998-guest, all-veranda small ship being completed for Viking Ocean Cruises. The 54,300-gross-ton vessel follows Viking’s Scandinavian-inspired ocean-ship design while introducing a partially hydrogen-powered propulsion system using liquid hydrogen and fuel cells. Its intimate scale, private verandas, and approximately 499 staterooms are intended to provide a quieter alternative to resort-style megaships. Viking lists the ship as a 2026 build, with delivery planned for November 2026. ([vikingcruises.com](https://www.vikingcruises.com/oceans/ships/viking-libra.html?utm_source=openai))
All-veranda accommodation, a three-deck atrium, Explorers’ Lounge, infinity pool, retractable-roof main pool, promenade deck, and Nordic-inspired public spaces. The ship is designed for fewer than 1,000 guests and access to smaller ports.
Dining venues include The Restaurant, World Café, Aquavit Terrace, Manfredi’s Italian Restaurant, The Chef’s Table, The Kitchen Table, Mamsen’s, and private dining spaces. Viking’s ocean-ship format emphasizes included dining rather than a large number of specialty venues.
The ship includes The Theater, two cinemas, Torshavn lounge, live-music and social spaces, an Explorers’ Lounge, and outdoor viewing areas. Entertainment is generally oriented toward enrichment, performances, and relaxed evening activities.
The ship has approximately 499 staterooms, all with private verandas, accommodating up to 998 guests. Categories include Veranda, Deluxe Veranda, Penthouse Veranda, Penthouse Junior Suite, Explorer Suite, and Owner’s Suite.
Viking Ocean Cruises is an adults-oriented product and does not market dedicated children’s clubs or family activity facilities aboard Viking Libra.
Facilities include the Nordic Spa, fitness center, infinity pool, main pool, hot tubs, and outdoor recreation areas. The ship also provides a promenade deck and sports-oriented spaces.
The deck plans identify accessible staterooms, and the ship includes elevators, public guest-service areas, and step-free routes in many principal spaces. Passengers should confirm specific mobility, medical, and cabin requirements directly with Viking.
Viking Libra is designed with a hybrid propulsion system using liquid hydrogen and fuel cells, intended to enable zero-emission operation in suitable operating conditions. Viking describes it as its most environmentally focused ocean vessel. ([vikingcruises.com](https://www.vikingcruises.com/press/press-releases/2026-3-19-viking-announces-float-out-of-the-worlds-first-hydrogen-powered-cruise-ship.html?utm_source=openai))
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