Viking Vela inaugurates cruise season at the Port of Gdańsk
On May 14, the Port of Gdańsk welcomed Viking Vela, a modern, elegantly designed cruise ship operated by Viking Cruises. Measuring 240 meters in length and capable of accommodating nearly 1,000 passengers, Viking Vela marked the official opening of what is shaping up to be a dynamic cruise season at the port.
In brief
The cruise ship Viking Vela of the operator Viking Cruises called at the Port of Gdańsk on 14 May, opening the passenger ship season. The Viking Vela is 240 metres long and can carry nearly 1,000 passengers. The Port of Gdańsk schedule for 2025 provides for a total of 60 passenger ship calls, among them the luxury Crystal Serenity of Crystal Cruises, flying the Bahamas flag, 250 metres long and with 347 cabins. The growth of the cruise segment at the Port of Gdańsk is linked to infrastructure investment and promotion of the region among maritime tourism operators.
This year, Gdańsk expects a total of 60 cruise calls — a clear indicator of the growing interest among global cruise operators in this key Baltic destination. With its strategic location, modernized infrastructure, and strong regional appeal, the Port of Gdańsk continues to strengthen its position on the cruise map of Northern Europe.
Among the notable vessels scheduled to visit this season is the Crystal Serenity, a 250-meter-long luxury cruise ship flying the flag of the Bahamas and operated by Crystal Cruises. The vessel offers more than 1,000 berths in 347 upscale staterooms and boasts high-end amenities including two swimming pools (one of them under a retractable dome), fine dining options, and premium leisure facilities.
The consistent growth of cruise traffic in Gdańsk reflects the port's long-term strategy to diversify operations and enhance its attractiveness to both operators and passengers. The presence of such prestigious vessels underlines the port’s readiness to handle larger cruise ships and to provide a high standard of service and experience.
With an ambitious schedule and infrastructure prepared for modern cruise demands, the Port of Gdańsk is poised for one of its strongest seasons yet — reinforcing its role as a key southern Baltic cruise gateway.
Source: Gazeta Morska · Compiled by: Kamil Kusier
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