Signature highlights
The ship features an Aquavit Terrace at the bow, a shaded sun-deck seating area and an organic herb garden. Its lounge and restaurant use large panoramic windows for river views.
Viking Astrild
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About Viking Astrild
Viking Astrild is a purpose-built Viking Longship-Elbe river vessel designed for smaller-scale cruising on the Elbe. Built in 2015 by Neptun Werft, it carries up to 98 guests in 49 outside staterooms, including veranda and French-balcony categories. Its compact 110-metre hull is suited to the river’s shallower navigation conditions. Passenger spaces center on a panoramic restaurant, lounge and bar, Aquavit Terrace, library, shop and sun deck, with Viking’s destination-focused programming and included onboard Wi-Fi.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Viking River Cruises AG
- Builder / shipyard
- Neptun Werft GmbH, Rostock, Germany
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland
- Call sign
- HE7521
- MMSI
- 269057521
Onboard Experience
Dining
Dining is provided in a panoramic restaurant, with additional outdoor dining and viewing available at the Aquavit Terrace.
Entertainment
Onboard options include a lounge and bar, library, shop, infotainment system, films on demand and Viking cultural programming.
Staterooms & suites
All 49 staterooms have outside river views. Categories include standard staterooms, French-balcony staterooms, veranda staterooms and two veranda suites.
Pools, spa & wellness
The sun deck provides space for walking and relaxation, but the ship does not advertise a dedicated fitness center or swimming pool.
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Prague, Decin, Bad Schandau, Scenic Sailing: Elbe River +6 more
Next: Sep 22, 2026
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