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Viking Sjofn
Viking Sjofn is a new Viking River Cruises cruise ship of the Longship class, due to make her maiden voyage on March 8, 2027. She will carry 190 guests with a crew of 53. She is set to sail Rhine itineraries.
Viking Sjofn is a new ship for Viking River Cruises. Her maiden voyage is scheduled for March 8, 2027. Every new ship on the way
About Viking Sjofn
Viking Sjofn is an upcoming 190-guest Viking Longship, a sister of the 135-meter ships that dominate Viking's European fleet. Sjofn, its namesake, is a Norse goddess of love and romance and a companion of Frigg. viking.com gives its build year as 2026; its godparent was named in August 2026 and its first listed departure is a Rhine Getaway on March 8, 2027. Its announced program includes the Rhine Getaway between Basel and Amsterdam and Christmas on the Rhine market cruises. The square-bowed design fits three full passenger decks under a sun deck with an herb garden, a putting green and a walking track.
Deck plans
Where she will sail
Home port: Basel, Switzerland.
Flying in for your cruise?
Viking Sjofn sails from Basel, Switzerland. The airport is EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL), with 1 lounge to wait in before you board.
The lounge at EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg on Lounge FrogEvery ship sailing from Basel, SwitzerlandQuick answers
Which cruise line operates Viking Sjofn?
Viking Sjofn is being built for Viking River Cruises and belongs to its Longship class.
When does Viking Sjofn enter service?
Viking Sjofn is a new ship for Viking River Cruises. Her maiden voyage is scheduled for March 8, 2027.
How big is Viking Sjofn?
Viking Sjofn measures 135 metres in length, with 4 decks.
How many passengers does Viking Sjofn carry?
Viking Sjofn will carry 190 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 53 (about 3.6 guests per crew member).
Where does Viking Sjofn sail?
Viking Sjofn is set to sail Rhine itineraries. Her home port will be Basel, Switzerland.
Which airport should I fly into for Viking Sjofn?
Viking Sjofn sails from Basel, Switzerland. Fly into EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL), which has 1 airport lounge listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Viking Sjofn?
Viking River Cruises publishes the deck plans for Viking Sjofn; this page links to Deck plans.
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