Signature highlights
Purpose-built for the Elbe, with a shallow 1.15 m design draft and a wheelhouse that can be lowered for bridges. The ship has an Aquavit Terrace, panoramic lounge, shaded Sun Deck and herb garden.
Viking Beyla
Viking Beyla is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2015. This page lists 3 upcoming departures across 3 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 wanting a small, intimate river ship
✓ Travelers prioritizing river views from every stateroom
✓ Guests who prefer included dining over specialty restaurants
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Viking Beyla 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 wanting a small, intimate river ship
- Travelers prioritizing river views from every stateroom
- Guests who prefer included dining over specialty restaurants
- Passengers who enjoy scenic outdoor lounging
- Couples seeking suites with separate sitting areas
Think twice if you want
- Families traveling with children under 18
- Travelers needing elevator access between passenger decks
- Guests seeking pools, spas or fitness centers
- Passengers wanting numerous dining and entertainment venues
- Travelers who prefer large ships with extensive onboard facilities
Live Position ● 2 weeks ago
Heading to: WITTENBERG
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Under Way Using Engine
Position data may be outdated.
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Viking Beyla
Viking Beyla is a compact Viking Longship-Elbe river ship built specifically for the shallow, bridge-constrained Elbe River. Delivered in 2015 by NEPTUN WERFT, it carries up to 98 guests in 49 outside staterooms. The ship combines Scandinavian-inspired public spaces with a restaurant, lounge and bar, Aquavit Terrace, library, shop and shaded Sun Deck. Its shallow-draft design and lowering wheelhouse are practical advantages for Elbe itineraries, while the smaller capacity creates a more intimate onboard atmosphere than Viking’s standard 190-guest Longships.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Viking River Cruises
- Builder / shipyard
- NEPTUN WERFT GmbH
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- HE7520
- IMO number
- 8352265
- MMSI
- 269057520
- Draft
- 1.2 m
Onboard Experience
For families
The Sun Deck includes shaded seating and playing areas. The ship is primarily designed for adult river cruising rather than dedicated family programming.
Pools, spa & wellness
A shaded Sun Deck provides a quiet outdoor area for relaxing and viewing the scenery. No dedicated spa or fitness center is identified in the current operator information.
Accessibility
The ship’s low-profile, shallow-draft design supports Elbe navigation, but current sources do not establish a complete accessibility specification. Prospective guests with mobility needs should confirm details with Viking before booking.
Environmental features
The vessel uses a purpose-built shallow-draft hull and customized propulsion for the Elbe, reducing navigational constraints in low-water conditions. No current operator-published emissions or sustainability figures specific to Viking Beyla were located.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 3 · Sun Deck
Sun Deck BridgeDeck 2 · Upper Deck
Aquavit Terrace Lounge Bar Shop Guest Services French Balcony Stateroom Veranda Stateroom Veranda SuiteDeck 1 · Main Deck
Restaurant Buffet Standard StateroomView the official Viking Beyla deck plans from Viking River Cruises →
Cabins & suites
Oceanview 29%
Balcony 67%
Suite 4%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard StateroomCode E; river view through a half-height picture window. | Oceanview | 14 | 140 sq ft | 1 |
| French Balcony StateroomCodes C and D; French balcony with a floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door. | Balcony | 14 | 122 sq ft | 2 |
| Veranda StateroomCodes A and B; full-size private veranda. | Balcony | 19 | 180 sq ft | 2 |
| Veranda SuiteCode AA; separate sitting room, full-size veranda and French balcony in the sleeping area. | Suite | 2 | 250 sq ft | 2 |
Dining, bars & venues
5 included 0 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant
Included
The main dining room serves included breakfast, lunch and dinner with panoramic views.
Aquavit Terrace
Included
An indoor-outdoor bow venue serving casual included meals and drinks.
Bars & lounges
Bar
Varies
The bar serves beverages in the upper-deck lounge area.
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 Beyla sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | 0 | $400 | $389 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
From $3,499 · $389/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 11, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $3,599 · $400/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 16, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $3,599 · $400/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 1, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All 3 itineraries and their departure dates
- 9 Nights Europe Cruise 11 Dec 2026
- 9 Nights Europe Cruise 16 Nov 2026
- 9-Night European River Cruises: Berlin to Prague 1 Nov 2026
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 2026 | Nov 10, 2026 | 9-Night European River Cruises: Berlin to Prague | 9 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Nov 16, 2026 | Nov 25, 2026 | 9 Nights Europe Cruise | 9 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Dec 11, 2026 | Dec 20, 2026 | 9 Nights Europe Cruise | 9 | European River Cruises | Book → |
Viking Beyla FAQ
What flag does Viking Beyla sail under?
Viking Beyla is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does Viking Beyla hold?
Viking Beyla carries about 190 guests with roughly 51 crew.
How old is Viking Beyla?
Viking Beyla entered service in 2015.
How big is Viking Beyla?
At 2,354 gross tons and 110 m long, Viking Beyla is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 11% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Viking Beyla?
There are no formal nights. Viking recommends elegant-casual evening clothing, such as trousers and a collared shirt for men and a dress, skirt or slacks with a sweater or blouse for women.
Is dining included on Viking Beyla?
All onboard meals are included. Beer, wine and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner, and the Restaurant and Aquavit Terrace are the ship's named dining venues.
How are gratuities handled?
Tipping is discretionary. Guests may pre-purchase gratuities or accept the discretionary service charge added to the shipboard account, with changes handled through Guest Services.
Is Wi-Fi included on Viking Beyla?
Wi-Fi is included, although connection speed and availability can vary because the service relies on cellular or satellite connections and may be affected by terrain and weather.
Is Viking Beyla suitable for passengers with limited mobility?
The ship has three passenger decks and no elevator. Viking states that guests must be able to move independently around the ship in an emergency, and access to some ship areas and ports may be limited.
Can children sail on Viking Beyla?
Viking requires all guests to be at least 18 years old on the embarkation date and does not provide facilities or services for younger travelers.