MS Dutch Grace

The 2001-built (originally as MS Amadeus Classic) cruise ship MS Dutch Grace is a 140-passenger riverboat owned by the Austrian company Lüftner Cruises and operated through its travel brand Amadeus River Cruises.

The ship is frequently chartered by the UK-based travel brand Saga River Cruises as well as by the Dutch Cruise Line (Netherlands/fleet).

Her sisterships include Amadeus (1997), Amadeus Rhapsody (1998), Amadeus Symphony (2003), and Amadeus Royal (2005).

The vessel (ENI number 4801620) is currently Holland-flagged (MMSI 244394546) and registered in Amsterdam.

Following an extensive 2022–2023 winter refurbishment, the ship was renamed from Amadeus Classic to Dutch Grace, and her flag state changed from Germany (MMSI 211449050, registry in Cologne) to the Netherlands (MMSI 244394546).

Decks and Cabins

MS Amadeus Classic/Dutch Grace has 72 staterooms distributed across four decks—the Sun Deck and three passenger decks named after famous Austrian composers: Haydn, Mozart, and Strauss.

Most cabins feature French balconies with drop-down panoramic windows.

The four suites, all located on the 3rd (Mozart) Deck, are 22 m2 (235 ft2) and have French balconies.

All accommodations include twin beds convertible into queen beds, seating areas, wardrobes, TVs, and phones. Bathrooms feature showers. The suites also have minibars and larger TVs.

The ship has four decks, three of which contain passenger cabins.

Shipboard Facilities and Amenities

On Deck 1 (Haydn Deck, midship) are passenger cabins 102–123 (Category C-1), while forward are crew-only areas including cabins, storage, and machinery rooms.

On Deck 2 (Strauss Deck) are passenger cabins 200–231 (French Balcony staterooms in categories B-1 and B-4). Forward are the Hair Salon (providing hairdressing and barber services), the Massage Room (for spa treatments), and the Fitness Room (gym).

On Deck 3 (Mozart Deck) are the Panorama Restaurant (main dining room), Panorama Lounge & Bar, Lobby Hall, and passenger cabins 301–323 (French Balcony staterooms in category A-1 and the Amadeus Suites).

• The aft Panorama Restaurant serves early breakfast (light bites and beverages) and buffet breakfast. Lunch is offered either buffet-style or à la carte, while dinners are five-course gourmet meals with complimentary regional wines. All produce is locally sourced and seasonal. Guests can also enjoy Afternoon Tea & Cake service, midnight snacks, and a 24-hour coffee/tea station.
• The forward Panorama Lounge & Bar serves as the ship’s show lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows, comfortable seating, and a full-service bar. It hosts enrichment programs including port talks, destination-themed lectures and multimedia presentations, themed parties, crew shows, live music, and dance performances by local artists.
• Part of the Lounge, the Amadeus Club, is a stylish wine bar that doubles as a library with Internet stations.
• The Lobby Hall houses the 24-hour Reception Desk (information, assistance, cashier, luggage handling, and tour bookings) and a Gift Shop.

Deck 4 (Sun Deck) is the ship’s primary leisure area, offering panoramic river views, ample seating (tables, deckchairs, and loungers), shaded areas with retractable awnings, a Giant Chessboard, Shuffleboard, and a Walking Track.

The fore-located Navigation Bridge/Wheelhouse is passenger-accessible and telescopic, allowing it to be lowered when passing under low bridges. Nearby are the heated swimming pool and the Lido Bar, which serves light snacks and beverages. The ship’s fleet of bicycles—available for complimentary use during shore excursions—is also stored here.

One passenger elevator connects all cabin decks.

During onshore excursions, guests can use complimentary bicycles and wireless audio systems.

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