Germany And France Welcome Viking Nerthus, A New River Ship Featuring Sustainable Technology And Exclusive Itineraries Along The Seine River From Paris To Normandy

Published on March 20, 2025

Viking unveils its new river ship Viking Nerthus, set to offer luxurious cruises along the Seine River in France, with sustainable design and scenic itineraries.

Viking has welcomed its newest river ship, the Viking Nerthus, at Meyer’s Neptun Werft shipyard in Rostock-Warnemünde, Germany.

This 168-guest Viking Longship will join the fleet on the Seine River, offering the eight-day Paris & the Heart of Normandy and the newly introduced Christmastime in Paris & Normandy itineraries. These roundtrip voyages from Paris, running from March to December, will visit Giverny, Rouen, and Normandy.

The Viking Nerthus showcases Viking’s signature Scandinavian design and is a sister ship to the Viking Kari, Viking Radgrid, Viking Skaga, and Viking Fjorgyn. It features an Aquavit Terrace, a variety of staterooms, and a hybrid propulsion system with batteries, exhaust gas aftertreatment, and onboard solar panels. The ship is also equipped for shore power to reduce fuel consumption in ports.

The Paris & the Heart of Normandy itinerary highlights the region’s rich history, art, and cuisine, with visits to Monet’s home in Giverny and the iconic beaches of Normandy. The Christmastime in Paris & Normandy voyage offers a magical experience through festive Paris and Normandy’s cultural landmarks.

The arrival of the Viking Nerthus marks another step in Viking’s expansion, with 25 additional river ships planned by 2028 and nine more ocean ships by 2030.