Nordic daydreams aboard the Viking Longships Lofn
Launched in 2015, the Viking Longships Lofn embodies the perfect meeting of Scandinavian design and the gentle art of living. Designed by the Yran & Storbraaten studio for 190 passengers, it captivates with its clean lines, light tones, and the omnipresent natural light that caresses every space. The Viking Longships Lofn sails Europe’s most beautiful rivers, the Rhine, Main, and Danube, offering an intimate, refined, and serene experience where the beauty of travel unfolds at every turn.
Balance, space, and serenity on board
Havens of light and calm
The cabins of the Viking Longships Lofn are designed as luminous cocoons, blending modern comfort and graceful Nordic elegance. Wide picture windows let in the daylight and reveal the riverbanks as the ship glides onward. The Veranda Suites offer a private balcony and a cozy lounge, while the Explorer Suites stand out for their generous dimensions and panoramic views. Each cabin features premium bedding, a refined bathroom, and minimalist Scandinavian-inspired furniture.
Moments of shared charm
In the large panoramic lounge, passengers of the Viking Longships Lofn share warm conversations in a luminous and softly serene atmosphere. The glass-walled bar, the library, and the lounge areas invite travelers to unwind between two enriching stops. Wood tones, glass, and light leather harmonize beautifully to create visual fluidity and genuine human warmth. These spaces are designed to savor conviviality while admiring the slowly shifting landscapes of the river.
Horizons of Nordic serenity
The Sun Deck of the Viking Longships Lofn is an open-sky refuge offering a peaceful escape. Between loungers and shaded corners, guests find a putting green and an herb garden used creatively by the onboard chefs. The fresh breeze, the golden evening light, and the gentle silence of the river form a living tableau. It is here that the journey finds its true meaning: an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and contemplate.
Flavors of the world on the Viking Longships Lofn
Light-filled tables
The main restaurant of the Viking Longships Lofn highlights fresh products and the culinary traditions of the countries visited. Passengers enjoy a candlelit dinner with a river view, featuring menus inspired by Austrian, Alsatian, and Hungarian cuisine. The chefs combine Scandinavian finesse with European generosity, while the dining room, bathed in natural light, celebrates the simple and delightful pleasure of shared gastronomy.
Gourmet stops and inspirations
Each itinerary of the Viking Longships Lofn is also savored on the plate. On board, the meals reflect the day’s landscapes: Rhine wines, Bavarian charcuterie, Austrian cheeses, Viennese pastries, and carefully selected local specialties. The World Café, located on the terrace, offers relaxed meals under the sun, extending the joy of river navigation through rich, sincere, and wonderfully memorable gastronomic moments that awaken all the senses of the passengers.
Golden evenings on the river
When night settles, the Viking Longships Lofn reveals a refined and softly hushed atmosphere. Passengers gather in the lounge for a cocktail, a glass of wine, or a piano concert. The golden glow of the river, the notes of music, and the quiet murmur of conversations create an enchanting and intimate ambiance, where refinement blends with the gentle rhythm of the journey and invites wonderfully suspended and memorable moments.
Cultural itineraries and soulful moments
Stops of history and art
The cruises of the Viking Longships Lofn lead travelers through the cultural jewels of the Old Continent. From Cologne to Vienna, passing through Rüdesheim and Budapest, each stop reveals a new and fascinating face of riverine Europe. The excursions are guided by passionate and knowledgeable experts, allowing guests to explore UNESCO-listed sites, emblematic museums, and lively traditional markets.
Serenity and harmony of the journey
The Viking Longships Lofn offers an ideal environment to reconnect with well-being and profound tranquility. Its glass-walled fitness room allows guests to train while facing the river, while the relaxing spaces invite moments of meditation, inner calm, and deep contemplation. Travelers appreciate the natural light, the refined décor, and the ship’s soothing silence. This atmosphere of serenity transforms each day into a true interlude of relaxation, balance, and gentle rejuvenation.
Nights of silver and silence
When night falls, the Viking Longships Lofn glides silently beneath a sky scattered with countless shimmering stars. The lounge glows with amber reflections, and the soft piano music accompanies hushed and intimate conversations. Some guests prefer a final drink on the deck, wrapped in the river breeze and the gentle touch of the nocturnal air. These suspended moments embody the very essence of Viking cruises: elegance, emotion, and authenticity, offering unforgettable and cherished memories.
Shores and inspirations of the Viking Longships Lofn
Enchanting routes of Europe
The Viking Longships Lofn explores Europe’s most emblematic and wonderfully scenic routes: the castles of the Rhine, Austrian vineyards, and the imperial capitals of the Danube. Passengers enjoy smooth navigation punctuated by breathtaking and ever-changing panoramas. At each stop, the richness of European heritage unfolds in a blend of history, nature, and enduring culture. It is a journey designed for travelers who truly cherish authenticity and refined elegance.
Living traditions and encounters
During the stopovers, passengers of the Viking Longships Lofn discover artisan markets, local wine cellars, and centuries-old culinary traditions, true reflections of regional culture. The carefully selected onshore experiences encourage meaningful encounters with residents, local craftsmanship, and authentic flavors. Each moment spent exploring complements the onboard experience, creating a harmonious link between discovery, pleasure, and deep immersion.
Glimmers of dawn and horizon
In the first light of dawn or under the silvery veil of dusk, the Viking Longships Lofn invites passengers into quiet contemplation. From the deck, travelers watch the dance of reflections on the water, the light playing across the hills and peacefully sleeping villages. These poetic scenes, filled with calm and beauty, remind us that the true luxury of a river cruise lies in rediscovered time and pure, sincere emotion.
Unique experiences along the river
Excellence and refined expertise
The advisors at Voyages Aqua Terra offer attentive and personalized support for every passenger of the Viking Longships Lofn. From selecting the suites to planning excursions, everything is carefully orchestrated to ensure fluidity, comfort, and genuine excellence. Their expertise transforms each cruise into a unique journey, designed with respect for the Viking style and the expectations of every traveler, where each thoughtful detail contributes to a truly memorable experience.
Privileges and rare elegance
With Voyages Aqua Terra, passengers of the Viking Longships Lofn enjoy exclusive advantages such as upgrades, onboard credits, private transfers, or personalized events. These privileges reflect a vision of travel founded on elegance, trust, and quiet distinction, ensuring an exceptional experience from beginning to end and offering absolute comfort at every cherished, unforgettable, and deeply meaningful moment.
Memories engraved in time
Traveling aboard the Viking Longships Lofn with Voyages Aqua Terra is to embrace more than a cruise: it is to live an unforgettable sensory, cultural, and emotional experience. The landscapes of Europe, the local flavors, and the shared moments weave a tapestry of lasting and heartfelt emotions. Each stop, each evening, becomes a precious memory, engraved in the mind and in the hearts of passengers, extending the magic of the journey long after the cruise has gracefully ended.
