Signature highlights
The ship combines streamlined Scandinavian design with panoramic public spaces and a forward Aquavit Terrace. Its sun deck includes 360-degree views, shaded seating, a walking track, herb garden and solar panels.
Viking Alruna
Viking Alruna is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2014. This page lists 4 upcoming departures across 4 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 a quiet, small-ship river cruise
✓ Travelers who prefer panoramic dining and river views
✓ Guests wanting mostly balcony or French-balcony accommodations
Viking Alruna at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 11%
A small expedition-size ship at 2,354 gross tons — #434 of 566 ships we track. 12 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- Adults seeking a quiet, small-ship river cruise
- Travelers who prefer panoramic dining and river views
- Guests wanting mostly balcony or French-balcony accommodations
- Readers and scenic outdoor loungers
- Couples interested in regional dining and sightseeing
Think twice if you want
- Families traveling with children under 18
- Travelers seeking a swimming pool, spa or fitness center
- Guests who require elevator access to every passenger deck
- Passengers wanting inside cabins
- Travelers seeking nightlife or large-ship entertainment
Live Position ● 52 minutes ago
Heading to: KEHL, DECurrently on: 7 Nights Europe Cruise (7 nights) — Currently at Strasbourg
Coming up
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Moored
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Viking Alruna
Viking Alruna is a 190-guest Viking Longship built in 2016 for European river cruising. Its 95 outside staterooms include French-balcony rooms, veranda staterooms and suites, while public spaces include the panoramic Aquavit Terrace, restaurant, lounge and library. A sun deck provides open-air views, shaded seating, a walking track and herb garden. The ship’s compact river-going design and 135-meter length suit Rhine and other European waterways.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Viking River Cruises AG
- Builder / shipyard
- Neptun Werft GmbH & Co. KG, Rostock, Germany
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- HE7550
- IMO number
- 8352241
- MMSI
- 269057550
- Draft
- 1.6 m
Onboard Experience
For families
No dedicated children’s or family-program facilities were identified on the current official ship page.
Pools, spa & wellness
The sun deck provides a walking track and open-air relaxation space, with shaded seating and panoramic river views.
Accessibility
An elevator serves the Middle through Upper Decks; the official ship page notes that categories E and F do not have elevator access.
Environmental features
The ship uses ecologically friendly hybrid engines designed to reduce vibration, and its sun deck includes solar panels and an organic herb garden.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 4 · Sun Deck
Sun Deck Solar Panels Herb Garden Walking Track BridgeDeck 3 · Upper Deck
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge Lounge & Bar Library Bar Buffet Grills Explorer Suite Veranda Suite Veranda Stateroom French Balcony StateroomDeck 2 · Middle Deck
Restaurant Onboard Shop Buffet Guest Services Kitchen Veranda Stateroom French Balcony StateroomDeck 1 · Main Deck
Standard StateroomView the official Viking Alruna deck plans from Viking River Cruises →
Cabins & suites
Suite 9%
Balcony 41%
Oceanview 49%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer SuiteCode ES; includes a private wraparound veranda and a French balcony. | Suite | 2 | 445 sq ft | 2 | 3 |
| Veranda SuiteCode AA; includes a full-size veranda and a French balcony. | Suite | 7 | 275 sq ft | 2 | 3 |
| Veranda StateroomCodes A and B; full-size veranda. | Balcony | 39 | 205 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| French Balcony StateroomCodes C and D; French balcony with a floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door. | Oceanview | 22 | 135 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
Dining, bars & venues
4 included 1 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant
Included
The main dining room serves multicourse meals with regional dishes and standard selections.
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge
Included
An indoor-outdoor bow venue used for al fresco dining and river views.
Bars & lounges
Lounge & Bar
Varies
A glass-fronted social lounge with bar service.
History & sister ships
Other Longship ships
Viking Baldur Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Bestla Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Buri Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Embla Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Ingvi Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Jarl Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Lif Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Odin Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Tor Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Ve Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Vidar Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Vili Viking River Cruises · 2012
Where Viking Alruna sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | $314 | 0 | 0 | 0 | $314 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
Explore This Ship
Jump from Viking Alruna sailings into the broader destination network with cruise line and region hub pages.
Itineraries & Sailings
From $3,549 · $507/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 4, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $2,199 · $314/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 21, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $2,199 · $314/night
Ports of CallNext: Mar 20, 2027
1 upcoming departure
All 4 itineraries and their departure dates
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 28 Nov 2026
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 4 Dec 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 21 Nov 2026
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 20 Mar 2027
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2026 | Nov 28, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Nov 28, 2026 | Dec 5, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 20, 2027 | Mar 27, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Dec 4, 2027 | Dec 11, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
Viking Alruna FAQ
What flag does Viking Alruna sail under?
Viking Alruna is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does Viking Alruna hold?
Viking Alruna carries about 190 guests with roughly 51 crew.
How old is Viking Alruna?
Viking Alruna entered service in 2014.
How big is Viking Alruna?
At 2,354 gross tons and 135 m long, Viking Alruna is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 11% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Viking Alruna?
Daytime dress is casual. Evening dress is elegant casual, with no formal nights; jackets and ties are optional.
Is dining included on Viking Alruna?
All onboard meals are included. The Restaurant and Aquavit Terrace & Lounge provide the ship's principal dining options, and beer and wine are included with lunch and dinner.
How does tipping work on Viking Alruna?
Gratuities are discretionary. Guests may pre-purchase them or have Viking's discretionary service charge added to the shipboard account, with changes handled through Guest Services.
Does Viking Alruna have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is available on Viking's European river ships, although connection speed and availability can vary with cellular coverage, satellite conditions, terrain and weather.
Is Viking Alruna accessible for passengers with mobility limitations?
The ship has an elevator between the Middle and Upper decks, but not to the Main Deck, and categories E and F do not have elevator access. Wheelchair users must travel with an able-bodied companion, and Viking requires an accessibility form for relevant arrangements.
Are children allowed on Viking Alruna?
All guests must be at least 18 years old on the embarkation date. The ship does not provide facilities or services for younger guests.