Signature highlights
Scandinavian design, panoramic public areas, 360-degree Sun Deck, walking track, putting green, herb garden and Aquavit Terrace.
Viking Hlin
Viking Hlin is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2014. This page lists 13 upcoming departures across 13 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, destination-focused river cruise
✓ Travelers who value panoramic river views
✓ Couples wanting mostly outside staterooms
Viking Hlin 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, destination-focused river cruise
- Travelers who value panoramic river views
- Couples wanting mostly outside staterooms
- Guests who enjoy lectures and live lounge entertainment
- Passengers comfortable using stairs between decks
Think twice if you want
- Families traveling with children under 18
- Travelers wanting a pool, spa or fitness center
- Guests seeking casinos or nightlife venues
- Passengers needing elevator access to every deck
- Travelers wanting many specialty restaurants
Live Position ● 55 minutes ago
Heading to: BRUXELLES
7.0 knots
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Viking Hlin
Viking Hlin is a 2014 Viking Longship designed for intimate European river cruising, carrying up to 190 guests in 95 outside staterooms. Its Scandinavian-inspired interiors, panoramic public spaces and compact 135-metre profile suit Rhine and other major European waterways. The ship combines a hotel-like atmosphere with Viking’s signature destination-focused format, including an indoor-outdoor Aquavit Terrace, a glass-walled restaurant and a Sun Deck with open views. An elevator serves the Middle and Upper decks, while some lower-category cabins are stair-access only.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Viking River Cruises AG
- Builder / shipyard
- Neptun Werft, Rostock, Germany
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- HE7478
- IMO number
- 8339885
- MMSI
- 269057478
- Draft
- 2.0 m
Onboard Experience
For families
The ship is oriented toward adult river cruising and does not prominently advertise dedicated children’s facilities.
Pools, spa & wellness
Sun Deck walking track and open-air spaces support light exercise and relaxation; no dedicated full-service spa is listed on the official ship page.
Accessibility
An elevator connects the Middle and Upper decks. Viking notes that categories E and F do not have elevator access.
Environmental features
Hybrid diesel-electric propulsion is designed to reduce vibration, and the 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 Walking Track Navigation Bridge Solar Panels Herb GardenDeck 3 · Upper Deck
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge Lounge & Bar Library Bar Buffet Grills French Balcony Stateroom Veranda Stateroom Veranda Suite Explorer SuiteDeck 2 · Middle Deck
Restaurant Onboard Shop Buffet Guest Services Kitchen French Balcony Stateroom Veranda StateroomDeck 1 · Main Deck
Standard StateroomView the official Viking Hlin deck plans from Viking River Cruises →
Cabins & suites
Oceanview 49%
Balcony 41%
Suite 9%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard StateroomCategories E and F; water-level cabins with fixed windows. | Oceanview | 25 | 150 sq ft | 2 | 1 |
| French Balcony StateroomCategories C and D; floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening to a French balcony. | Oceanview | 22 | 135 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda StateroomCategories A and B; full-size private veranda. | Balcony | 39 | 205 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda SuiteCategory AA; separate living room and bedroom, with a veranda and French balcony. | Suite | 7 | 275 sq ft | 2 | 3 |
Dining, bars & venues
7 included 1 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant
Included
The main dining room serves buffet-style breakfast and lunch and a set dinner with panoramic windows.
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge
Included
An indoor-outdoor bow venue offering casual meals, buffet selections and grilled food.
Bars & lounges
Lounge & Bar
Varies
The main observation lounge includes a bar, dance floor, piano entertainment and enrichment programming.
Sky Bar
Varies
An enclosed sun-deck bar lounge with outdoor seating.
History & sister ships
- 2014Entered service, built by Neptun Werft, Rostock, Germany.
- 2016Dry-dock work added stern-frame modifications intended to reduce propeller damage during canal and narrow-waterway manoeuvres, along with routine maintenance.
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 Hlin sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | $314 | $500 | 0 | 0 | $314 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Next: Mar 28, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Mar 28, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $3,499 · $500/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 28, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $2,199 · $314/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 15, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $2,199 · $314/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 15, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $2,199 · $314/night
Ports of CallNext: Mar 14, 2027
1 upcoming departure
All 13 itineraries and their departure dates
- 14 Nights Europe Cruise 28 Mar 2027
- 14 Nights Europe Cruise 28 Mar 2027
- 14 Nights Europe Cruise 14 Jun 2028
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 5 Dec 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 28 Nov 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 15 Nov 2026
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 15 Nov 2026
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 14 Mar 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 6 Dec 2026
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 19 Apr 2028
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 29 Mar 2028
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 22 Mar 2028
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 15 Mar 2028
All Upcoming Departures
Viking Hlin FAQ
What flag does Viking Hlin sail under?
Viking Hlin is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does Viking Hlin hold?
Viking Hlin carries about 190 guests with roughly 51 crew.
How old is Viking Hlin?
Viking Hlin entered service in 2014.
How big is Viking Hlin?
At 2,354 gross tons and 135 m long, Viking Hlin is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 11% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Viking Hlin?
Daytime dress is casual. Evenings are elegant casual, with no formal nights; jackets and ties are optional.
Is dining included on Viking Hlin?
All onboard meals are included. Beer, wine and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner, and the Restaurant and Aquavit Terrace offer included dining.
How does tipping work on Viking Hlin?
Gratuities are discretionary, but Viking may pre-sell them or add a discretionary service charge to the shipboard account. Additional tipping for guides and drivers is optional.
Is Wi-Fi included on Viking Hlin?
Wi-Fi is included, although connection speed and availability can vary because the service uses cellular or satellite connections.
Can children sail on Viking Hlin?
Viking River Cruises requires guests to be at least 18 years old on embarkation and does not provide children's facilities or services.
Is Viking Hlin accessible to wheelchair users?
Accessibility is limited. The elevator connects the Middle and Upper decks only, the Main Deck cabin categories are not elevator-accessible, and guests must be able to move independently during an emergency.