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 indoor-outdoor observation and dining area at the bow.
Viking Skirnir
Viking Skirnir is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2023. This page lists 7 upcoming departures across 7 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 river-cruise setting
✓ Travelers who prioritize included dining
✓ Guests wanting balconies or French balconies
Viking Skirnir 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 river-cruise setting
- Travelers who prioritize included dining
- Guests wanting balconies or French balconies
- Readers and scenic-view loungers
- Couples preferring small-ship layouts
Think twice if you want
- Families traveling with children under 18
- Travelers seeking pools or spa facilities
- Guests wanting a fitness center
- Passengers who prefer large entertainment venues
- Travelers needing elevator access from the lowest cabin deck
Live Position ● 4 hours ago
Heading to: NURNBERGCurrently on: 10 Nights Europe Cruise (10 nights) — En route to Bamberg — last stop Nuremberg
Nuremberg
→ Nuremberg
→ Bamberg
→ Wurzburg
→ Marktheidenfeld
→ Frankfurt
→ Baden-Baden
→ Strasbourg
→ Breisach
→ Basel
→ Basel
Coming up
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Moored
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Viking Skirnir
Viking Skirnir is a 135-meter Viking Longship operating European river cruises, particularly on the Rhine, Main and Danube. The ship accommodates up to 190 guests in 95 outside staterooms and is designed around Viking’s understated Scandinavian style, with extensive river views, an indoor-outdoor Aquavit Terrace and a spacious Sun Deck. Its compact river-ship layout provides a quieter, more intimate experience than a large ocean cruise ship.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Viking River Cruises
- Builder / shipyard
- Neptun Werft, Rostock-Warnemünde, Germany
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- HE7498
- IMO number
- 8339976
- MMSI
- 269057498
Onboard Experience
Pools, spa & wellness
The ship provides a Sun Deck walking track and outdoor seating, but no dedicated spa or fitness-center facilities are listed on the official ship page.
Accessibility
An elevator serves the Middle and Upper Decks; the official page notes that categories E and F do not have elevator access.
Environmental features
Viking describes the Longships as using ecologically friendly hybrid engines designed to reduce vibration; the Sun Deck also includes solar panels and an 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 Skirnir 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; river-view staterooms with half-height picture windows. | Oceanview | 25 | 150 sq ft | 2 | 1 |
| French Balcony StateroomCategories C and D; French balcony with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door. | Oceanview | 22 | 135 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda StateroomCategories A and B; private full-size veranda. | Balcony | 39 | 205 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda SuiteCategory AA; separate living room and bedroom, with a veranda off the living room and French balcony in the bedroom. | 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 onboard breakfast, lunch and dinner with panoramic windows.
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge
Included
An indoor-outdoor bow venue offering casual meals and river views.
Bars & lounges
Lounge & Bar
Varies
The main observation lounge and bar provides seating, entertainment and a dance floor.
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 Skirnir sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| From / night | 0 | $340 | 0 | 0 | 0 | $286 | 0 | $560 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
Explore This Ship
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Itineraries & Sailings
From $5,599 · $560/night
Ports of CallNext: May 4, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $3,499 · $350/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 17, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $3,399 · $340/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 27, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Aug 12, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $2,799 · $400/night
Ports of CallNext: Mar 30, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $1,999 · $286/night
Ports of CallNext: Mar 23, 2027
1 upcoming departure
All 7 itineraries and their departure dates
- 10 Nights Europe Cruise 4 May 2027
- 10 Nights Europe Cruise 17 Nov 2026
- 10 Nights Europe Cruise 27 Nov 2026
- 17 Nights Europe Cruise 12 Aug 2027
- 17 Nights Europe Cruise 4 May 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 30 Mar 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 23 Mar 2027
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 17, 2026 | Nov 27, 2026 | 10 Nights Europe Cruise | 10 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Nov 27, 2026 | Dec 7, 2026 | 10 Nights Europe Cruise | 10 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 23, 2027 | Mar 30, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 30, 2027 | Apr 6, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| May 4, 2027 | May 14, 2027 | 10 Nights Europe Cruise | 10 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| May 4, 2027 | May 21, 2027 | 17 Nights Europe Cruise | 17 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Aug 12, 2027 | Aug 29, 2027 | 17 Nights Europe Cruise | 17 | European River Cruises | Book → |
Viking Skirnir FAQ
What flag does Viking Skirnir sail under?
Viking Skirnir is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does Viking Skirnir hold?
Viking Skirnir carries about 190 guests with roughly 51 crew.
How old is Viking Skirnir?
Viking Skirnir entered service in 2023.
How big is Viking Skirnir?
At 2,354 gross tons and 135 m long, Viking Skirnir is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 11% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Viking Skirnir?
There are no formal nights. Viking recommends elegant-casual evening clothing; jackets and ties are optional.
Is dining included on Viking Skirnir?
All onboard meals are included. Beer, wine and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner, while specialty coffees, teas and bottled water are available throughout the day.
Are gratuities included?
Gratuities are discretionary rather than included in the fare. Guests may pre-purchase them or have a discretionary service charge added to the shipboard account.
Does Viking Skirnir have free Wi-Fi?
Yes. Wi-Fi is provided without an additional charge, although connection speed can vary.
How accessible is Viking Skirnir?
The elevator connects the Middle and Upper decks only; it does not serve the Main Deck, where Standard Staterooms are located. Viking advises guests with mobility or other special needs to review the ship layout and contact Viking before sailing.
Can children sail on Viking Skirnir?
All guests must be at least 18 years old on or before embarkation. The ship does not maintain facilities or services for younger guests.