Signature highlights
A 443-foot Longship with 360-degree Sun Deck views, a shaded sitting area, putting green, walking track, herb garden and Aquavit Terrace at the bow.
Viking Jarl
Viking Jarl is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2012. 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, destination-focused river cruise
✓ Travelers who value panoramic dining and lounge spaces
✓ Guests who prefer mostly outside staterooms
Viking Jarl 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 dining and lounge spaces
- Guests who prefer mostly outside staterooms
- Couples wanting suite layouts with separate living areas
- Readers and low-key travelers who enjoy open-deck time
Think twice if you want
- Families traveling with children under 18
- Travelers seeking a pool, gym or spa
- Guests wanting extensive nightlife or theatrical shows
- Passengers needing elevator access to every deck
- Travelers seeking inside staterooms
Live Position ● 2 hours ago
Heading to: VILSHOFENCurrently on: 7 Nights Europe Cruise (7 nights) — En route to Krems — last stop Passau
Coming up
3.0 knots
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Viking Jarl
Viking Jarl is a 190-guest Viking Longship operating on Europe’s rivers. Built by Neptun Werft in 2013, it combines Scandinavian-inspired interiors with large river-facing windows, an Aquavit Terrace, a panoramic restaurant and a Sun Deck with walking space and views. The ship has 95 outside staterooms, including French-balcony rooms, veranda accommodations and suites. Its compact river-ship design provides an intimate experience, while the elevator, hybrid engines and extensive glass frontage add practical comfort for sightseeing-focused voyages.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Viking River Cruises
- Builder / shipyard
- Neptun Werft, Rostock, Germany
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- HE7420
- IMO number
- 8339782
- MMSI
- 269057420
- Draft
- 1.7 m
Onboard Experience
Pools, spa & wellness
The Sun Deck includes a walking track, shaded seating and open-air space for enjoying passing scenery.
Accessibility
An elevator serves the Middle and Upper Decks; Viking states that categories E and F do not have elevator access.
Environmental features
Viking describes the ship as using ecologically friendly hybrid engines designed to reduce vibration; the Sun Deck also 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 Herb Garden Solar Panels BridgeDeck 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 Jarl deck plans from Viking River Cruises →
Cabins & suites
Oceanview 49%
Balcony 41%
Suite 9%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard StateroomCodes E and F; river-view staterooms with half-height picture windows. | Oceanview | 25 | 150 sq ft | 2 | 1 |
| French Balcony StateroomCodes C and D; floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors with French balconies. | Oceanview | 22 | 135 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda StateroomCodes A and B; full-size private verandas. Published room size includes the veranda. | Balcony | 39 | 205 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda SuiteCode AA; two full-size rooms, a veranda off the sitting room and a French balcony in the bedroom. Published room size includes the veranda. | 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 offers buffet-style breakfast and lunch and a served dinner with panoramic windows.
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge
Included
An indoor-outdoor forward venue serving casual meals and al fresco dining.
Bars & lounges
Lounge & Bar
Varies
The observation lounge has a bar, dance floor, entertainment space and floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
Bar Terrace
Varies
An outdoor bar area adjoining the upper-deck lounge spaces.
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 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
Viking Aegir Viking River Cruises · 2013
Where Viking Jarl sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | 0 | $286 | 0 | 0 | 0 | $286 | $300 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
From $1,999 · $286/night
Ports of CallNext: Mar 28, 2027
1 upcoming departure
All 4 itineraries and their departure dates
- 10 Nights Europe Cruise 10 Apr 2027
- 10 Nights Europe Cruise 2 Apr 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 1 Nov 2026
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 28 Mar 2027
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 2026 | Nov 8, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 28, 2027 | Apr 4, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Apr 2, 2027 | Apr 12, 2027 | 10 Nights Europe Cruise | 10 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Apr 10, 2027 | Apr 20, 2027 | 10 Nights Europe Cruise | 10 | European River Cruises | Book → |
Viking Jarl FAQ
What flag does Viking Jarl sail under?
Viking Jarl is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does Viking Jarl hold?
Viking Jarl carries about 190 guests with roughly 51 crew.
How old is Viking Jarl?
Viking Jarl entered service in 2012.
How big is Viking Jarl?
At 2,354 gross tons and 135 m long, Viking Jarl is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 11% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Viking Jarl?
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 blouse or sweater for women.
Is dining included on Viking Jarl?
All onboard dining is included. Beer, wine and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner, while specialty coffees, teas and bottled water are available around the clock.
How does tipping work on Viking Jarl?
Gratuities are discretionary. Guests may pre-purchase them or accept the customary discretionary service charge added to the shipboard account, and changes can be requested through Guest Services.
Is Wi-Fi included on Viking Jarl?
Wi-Fi is included throughout the ship. Connection quality can vary because the service relies on cellular or satellite connections and may be affected by terrain, weather and bandwidth.
How accessible is Viking Jarl?
The passenger elevator connects the Middle and Upper decks only; the Standard Stateroom categories on the Main Deck do not have elevator access. Viking advises guests with mobility or other disabilities to review the ship layout and contact the line before booking because some areas and shore excursions may be limited.
Are children allowed on Viking Jarl?
All guests must be at least 18 years old on or before embarkation. The ship does not provide facilities or services for younger guests.