Plush interiors, expansive wellness amenities, and numerous dining venues are just a few of the premium perks awaiting guests on Europe’s largest river cruiser.
Scheduled to begin sailing along the Danube River on April 11, 2027, the AmaRudi will set a new gold standard for river cruising.
Carrying just 196 guests across 98 staterooms, the ship maximises personal space while offering enhanced entertainment and a highly intimate experience.
As AmaWaterways’ second double-width river ship, the vessel honours Co-founder Rudi Schreiner, who launched the company’s first double-width cruiser, the AmaMagna, in 2019. It is the first ship in the fleet to be named after a man.
Born and raised near Austria’s Danube River, Schreiner spent his childhood exploring the very river that will become AmaRudi’s home.
Schreiner commented: ‘More travellers are making the transition from ocean cruising to rivers, and many are looking for a sense of space and choice.
On Europe’s largest river cruiser, AmaRudi, scheduled to debut in 2027, guests are treated to plush interiors and enhanced amenities
Onboard guests will experience modern elegance and exceptional comfort
The ship is designed to carry just 196 guests across 98 staterooms (pictured)
‘AmaMagna was one of the most rewarding projects of my career, so having this new ship carry my name makes it especially meaningful. I see it as part of the legacy we have built together over more than two decades of river cruising.’
Onboard the AmaRudi, guests can sample an array of amenities, including a cinema, a state-of-the-art fitness suite with panoramic views and even a pickleball court on the Sun Deck. For those wishing to stay active, there are also numerous fitness classes and health programmes.
For those wanting to properly unwind while sailing past breathtaking landscapes, the ship’s Zen Wellness Centre features private massage rooms, a hair and nail salon and dedicated relaxation spaces.
Dining will take centre stage aboard AmaRudi. The ship offers a range of diverse venues for guests to choose from, such as the main dining room, Journey’s Restaurant, the more exclusive Chef’s Table – which offers authentic Italian lunch menus – and the aptly named open-air offering, Al Fresco Restaurant.
Guests can also gather at Rudi’s Wine Bar, an intimate space inspired by Schreiner’s love for European wine culture.
As for the ship’s design, guests will experience modern elegance and exceptional comfort, with subtle nods to cities and cultures found along the Danube River – Europe’s second-longest, stretching 2,850 km from Germany to the Black Sea.
AmaRudi will offer multiple dining venues, including the main Journey’s Restaurant (pictured) and the exclusive Chef’s Table
Guests can participate in diverse fitness classes and health programming both onboard and ashore
Guests can enjoy a state-of-the-art gym inside the ship’s modern fitness centre
The vessel honours Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner, celebrating the legacy he builtwith the launch of AmaMagna, a ‘revolutionary’ river cruise ship twice the width of standard European offerings
The upcoming AmaRudi is set to debut an exclusive, first-of-its-kind entertainment hub as the ship’s primary gathering space.
This multi-functional venue combines a private cinema, karaoke, billiards and jukebox experiences – all fully soundproofed to protect the peace and quiet elsewhere onboard.
Beyond guest comfort, the innovative vessel utilises advanced Stage V engines, solar panels, shore-power connectivity and spud poles to reduce its footprint across European waterways.
Catherine Powell, CEO of AmaWaterways, said: ‘AmaRudi reflects our confidence in the future of river cruising and our continued commitment to innovation.
‘From the moment AmaMagna launched, travellers and travel advisors have been asking if we would ever build another ship like her. With AmaRudi we’re taking that concept even further.
‘There is tremendous opportunity to continue pushing the boundaries of what a river cruise ship can be while preserving the exceptional service and intimate experience that have defined our company for more than two decades.’
While passengers gear up for the launch of the AmaRudi, those seeking a permanent lifestyle at sea can explore residences aboard the world’s first ‘floating city’.
The £12 billion Freedom Ship is a new development that will have space for up to 80,000 residents on board.
Longer than the Burj Khalifa, Eiffel Tower and even the Titanic, it is an impressive new project – and aims to circle the globe every two or three years.
The vessel will be around 1.8km long and 228m wide, and the ship, from Freedom Cruise Line International, will have designated spaces for housing, work, education and healthcare.
First proposed in the 1990s, this ship will be able to house 50,000 permanent residents with space for another 10,000 cruisers and day visitors, all served by 20,000 crew.
