River Duchess

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The 130-passenger River Duchess is decorated in soft hues of blue and green complemented by soothing earth tones, providing a tranquil and elegant onboard ambiance. Enjoy spectacular and ever-changing views of Europe’s most enchanting waterways in the ship’s stylish Blue Danube Lounge, Palace Restaurant, or the La Motte Sky Lounge.

Cruise itineraries for the River Duchess

2025

Classic Christmas MarketsEuropean Jewels

2026

European JewelsUltimate European Journey

The River Duchess cruise file

Inaugurated: 01 January, 2003
Remodeled: 01 January, 2012

Ship size

  • Length 361 ft (110 metres)
  • Width 37.5 fr (11.4 metres)

Specifications

  • Staff and crew : 41
  • Number of passengers: 130
  • Voltage : 110/220

Rivers

  • Danube
  • Rhine
  • Main

Photos of the River Duchess

Deck Plans of the River Duchess

Danube Deck Moselle Deck Rhine Deck

River Duchess deck plan

All the cabins and suites on the River Duchess

Suite

  • Lavishly appointed riverview suite (214 sq ft - 20 sq m) with a French balcony
  • Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, backlit magnifying mirror & heated mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers
  • Additional amenities and services include in-suite butler service, packing and unpacking assistance, in-room breakfast, daily fruit and cookie plate and an elegant evening snack, Nespresso coffee machine and fine teas, fully stocked mini bar, bottle of wine upon request, shoeshine, and free laundry service

There are 4 Suite cabins on board the River Duchess

The Suite is available on the Rhine Deck

Size 214 ft2 (20 m2 )

Suite floor plan
Suite photo 1
Suite photo 2
Suite photo 3

French Balcony

  • Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (151 sq ft - 14 sq m) with a French balcony
  • Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, heated mirror, backlit magnifying mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers

There are 18 French Balcony cabins on board the River Duchess

The French Balcony is available on the Rhine Deck

Size 151 ft2 (14 m2 )

French Balcony floor plan
French Balcony photo 1

Deluxe

  • Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (151 sq ft - 14 sq m)
  • Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, heated mirror, backlit magnifying mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers

There are 36 Deluxe cabins on board the River Duchess

The Deluxe is available on the Danube Deck

Size 151 ft2 (14 m2 )

Deluxe floor plan
Deluxe photo 1

Classic

  • Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (151 sq ft - 14 sq m)
  • Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, heated mirror, backlit magnifying mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers
  • Note: windows in these staterooms are situated at the water line

There are 7 Classic cabins on board the River Duchess

The Classic is available on the Moselle Deck

Size 151 ft2 (14 m2 )

Classic floor plan
Classic photo 1

Cruise routes, rates and availability for the River Duchess

Consult the different routes for detailed information, rates, special offers and bookings.

2025

Classic Christmas Markets
Classic Christmas Markets
European Jewels
European Jewels

2026

European Jewels
European Jewels
Ultimate European Journey
Ultimate European Journey

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