ms Gerard Schmitter

MS Gerard Schmitter cruise ship sails on the Rhine River, departing from Strasbourg, France, as well as from Antwerp, Belgium, and Amsterdam, Netherlands. During the summer, she operates cruises on the Danube River, departing from Budapest, Hungary, and Tulcea, Romania.

Cabins

MS Gerard Schmitter has a total of 88 cabins (all with river views, no suites, and one adapted for guests with disabilities) across three decks: Main Deck (25 doubles), Middle Deck (20 doubles, 1 accessible), and Upper Deck (41 doubles). Each cabin measures approximately 140 ft² (13 m²), including 13 with double beds.

Main Deck cabins feature non-opening porthole windows, Middle Deck cabins have large picture windows (also non-opening), while Upper Deck cabins are fitted with French balconies (sliding glass doors). Each stateroom includes a private bathroom (toilet, sink, and shower cabin), satellite TV, radio, telephone (internal calls only), hairdryer, personal safe, and individually controlled air conditioning.

Shipboard Facilities

Onboard amenities include a spacious lounge with a dance floor and bar, a main dining room (Gerard Schmitter Restaurant), an upper-deck lounge with a terrace, and a sundeck with shaded seating, loungers, and deckchairs. Additional facilities include a gift shop, library, elevator, complimentary bicycles, and free Wi-Fi. CroisiEurope's renowned gourmet dining, paired with themed excursions featuring local food and wine tastings, allows guests to enjoy authentic regional cuisine and fine European wines along the itinerary.

• The MS Gerard Schmitter's Rhine and Danube river cruise itineraries visit picturesque towns and riverport cities across Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Hungary, Serbia, and Romania.
• France's Christmas Market cruises in Strasbourg are available during the December holidays. This 3-day itinerary features scenic canal cruising through Strasbourg with guided tours and festive shopping opportunities.

MS Gerard Schmitter cruise fares are per person, based on double occupancy. Prices are indicative and may vary depending on travel agency promotions, special offers, group bookings, or last-minute discounts. CroisiEurope Rhine and Danube cruises include all beverages (coffee, tea, juices, soft drinks, wine, and beer with lunch and dinner). However, shore excursions and optional tours are not included and cost extra.

The Gerard Schmitter cruise ship sails on the Rhine River in Europe. The vessel was christened on April 10, 2012, and named in honor of the company’s founder, who passed away in February of the same year.

CroisiEurope is a family-owned cruise company based in Strasbourg, France. Founded in 1976, this premium river cruise line manages every aspect of its operations—from vessel design and construction to cuisine and onboard hotel services. CroisiEurope is one of Europe’s largest river cruise operators.

CroisiEurope river cruise fares include soft drinks and alcoholic beverages (wine and beer with lunch and dinner year-round). During Europe’s high season (April through October), the company also offers all-inclusive drink packages. However, unlike most river cruise lines, CroisiEurope charges an additional fee for shore excursions.

Sister ships from the same class include Cyrano de Bergerac, L’Europe, and Vivaldi, as well as the company’s Portugal-based vessels Fernao De Magalhaes, Gil Eanes, Infante Don Henrique, and Vasco de Gama.

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