Signature highlights
The Sun Deck offers 360-degree views, shaded seating, a walking track, putting green, herb garden, and solar panels. The Aquavit Terrace provides an open-air setting for scenic cruising and dining.
Viking Heimdal
Viking Heimdal is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2015. 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.
Live Position ● 5 hours ago
Heading to: AVIGNONCurrently on: 7 Nights Western Europe Cruise (7 nights) — Currently at Vienne
9.0 knots
Under Way Using Engine
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Viking Heimdal
Viking Heimdal is a 135-metre Viking Longship built for European river cruising and carrying up to 190 guests in 95 cabins. The ship is designed around panoramic river views, with a heated Aquavit Terrace, open-air Sun Deck, Scandinavian-inspired public spaces, and a compact layout suited to river ports. Its current operator information lists 53 crew members and a 2014 build year. Viking Heimdal is associated with Rhône sailings and operates under the Swiss flag.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Viking Cruises S.A.
- Builder / shipyard
- Neptun Werft GmbH
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland
- Call sign
- HE7461
- IMO number
- 8338788
- MMSI
- 269057461
- Draft
- 1.6 m
Onboard Experience
Dining
The ship includes a main restaurant and the Aquavit Terrace, with indoor and outdoor seating designed for river views.
Entertainment
Onboard public spaces include a lounge and bar, library, boutique, and scenic outdoor areas rather than large-scale theatrical entertainment.
Staterooms & suites
The 95 cabins include Standard, French Balcony, Veranda, Veranda Suite, and Explorer Suite categories. Explorer Suites provide separate living and sleeping areas with wraparound balconies.
Pools, spa & wellness
A fitness room is available, and the Sun Deck includes a walking track and open space for light activity.
Accessibility
An elevator connects the Middle and Upper Decks. Viking states that categories E and F do not have elevator access.
Environmental features
The Longship design includes solar panels and hybrid propulsion technology intended to reduce vibration and improve operating efficiency.
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Itineraries & Sailings
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 4, 2026 | Oct 11, 2026 | 7-Night European River Cruises: Avignon to Lyon | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 21, 2027 | Mar 28, 2027 | 7 Nights Western Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 21, 2027 | Apr 4, 2027 | 14 Nights Western Europe Cruise | 14 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 28, 2027 | Apr 4, 2027 | Book → |