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MS Douce France

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Tours on this Ship

Built
1997 (refurbished 2017)
Guests
106
Length
110m
Width
11.4m
Staterooms
55
Electricity
220v
Capacity
106
Rivers
Rhine, Danube
Country Regions
Bavaria, Alsace & Lorraine, Northern France,
Vienna Budapest Prague
  • Overview
  • Reviews
  • Staterooms / Suites
  • Deck Plans
  • Dining

Ship Overview

MS Douce France is one of the CroisiEurope’s fleet ship, while also being the perfect sailing vessel for a Rhine river cruise - the four-star recognition speaks for itself. Although, this 2-deck cruising ship has been built in 1997, it has been completely refurbished by 2011, reaching a capacity of hosting no less than 160 passengers. 23 crew members making you feel like home on this 110 m long and 11.4 m wide ship, 79 cabins and a beautiful spacious deck to enjoy the European sun are just the beginning of a great adventure on the board of MS Douce France, one of the best Rhine river cruise ships. 

  • A spacious deck equipped with plenty of seats for guests to soak in the sun.
  • A relaxing lounge bar equipped with a dance floor.
  • The bar where you can sip a drink in a newly found company.
  • The main restaurant which includes an inviting dining area where guests can enjoy their meals in a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere.
  • An originally designed gift shop which offers authentic souvenirs for friends and families.
  • The library which provides exciting and varied genres that will appeal to anyone’s taste.
  • Central heating
  • Air conditioning system
  • 220 V electricity
  • Wifi available on board, in exchange for a fee
  • Radiophone
  • Games preceding dinners and post-dinner dances
  • Background live music ensured by local artists
  • The Upper Deck holds 28 cabins (23 twins, 5 doubles)
  • The Main Deck holds 51 cabins (36 twins, 8 doubles, 4 triple cabins, 2 singles and 1 suite).

Reviews

  • HJ
    3.0 - Average
    Written on October 19th, 2025
    CroisiEurope River Cruises commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re truly sorry to read that your experience on board did not fully meet your expectations regarding English communication. We understand how important it is for all our guests to receive clear and engaging commentary throughout their cruise. Your comments have been shared with our management team so we can reinforce the language support provided on board and during excursions. We hope you will give us another opportunity to provide you with a more satisfying experience in the future. The Customer Care Department
  • WC
    5.0 - Excellent
    Written on September 27th, 2025
    CroisiEurope River Cruises commented on this review
    Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the food, drinks, and excursions. We’re especially glad you loved the train journey to the Swiss Alps, it’s indeed a memorable experience. We hope to welcome you on board again soon! CroisiEurope Customer Care Department
  • S
    5.0 - Excellent
    Written on September 23rd, 2025
    CroisiEurope River Cruises commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re gladthat your very first cruise was such a positive experience. We’re delighted you enjoyed the food and that our crew helped make your journey memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on board again soon! CroisiEurope Customer Care Department
  • PH
    5.0 - Excellent
    Written on July 27th, 2025
    CroisiEurope River Cruises commented on this review
    Dear Mr. HEYWOOD, thank you for your kind words. We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed the food, excursions, and scenery along the Danube, and that our crew made your journey memorable. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you on board again soon. The CroisiEurope Team
  • reviewer 5
    5.0 - Excellent
    Written on July 19th, 2025
    CroisiEurope River Cruises commented on this review
    Dear Mrs. DEL PORTILLO, thank you for your review! We are glad that you enjoyed your cruise and that the tours, food, and entertainement met your expectations. We hope we'll have the pleasure of welcoming you on board again soon! The CroisiEurope Team
  • EV
    5.0 - Excellent
    Written on July 5th, 2025
    CroisiEurope River Cruises commented on this review
    Thank you for your detailed feedback. We’re delighted to know you enjoyed the food, service, and comfort on board. We’re also sorry to hear about the difficulties you encountered during the excursion and with laundry access. Your comments are valuable and help us improve the experience for future guests. The CroisiEurope Team
  • LB
    5.0 - Excellent
    Written on June 13th, 2025
  • MF
    4.0 - Good
    Written on May 10th, 2025
    CroisiEurope River Cruises commented on this review
    Thank you very much for your kind and detailed feedback and also for the photos you shared with us! We are delighted to hear that you had a great overall experience on board. We also appreciate your constructive comments regarding the vegetarian options and the language barrier for non-French speakers. These points are important to us, and we will certainly review them to improve the experience of all our guests in the future. Once again, thank you for your thoughtful message. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back on board very soon for another memorable journey. The CroisiEurope Team
  • KM
    5.0 - Excellent
    Written on May 10th, 2025
    CroisiEurope River Cruises commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your lovely message! We’re glad to hear that you had such a fabulous time — your enthusiasm is truly appreciated. We can’t wait to welcome you back on board for your next adventure with us! The CroisiEurope Team
  • reviewer 10
    5.0 - Excellent
    Written on May 7th, 2025
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Staterooms / Suites

  • Upper Deck (2 Adjustable Twin Beds Category A) (156 ft²)
  • Upper Deck (1 Single Bed - Single Cabin Category A) (102 ft²)
  • Upper Deck (2 Adjustable Twin Beds Category B) (156 ft²)
  • Upper Deck (1 Single Bed - Single Cabin Category B) (102 ft²)
  • Upper Deck (1 Large Bed - PRM Cabin Category B) (156 ft²)
  • Upper Deck (Suite - 3 Single Beds - Category B) (253 ft²)
  • Main Deck (2 Adjustable Twin Beds Category A) (156 ft²)
  • Main Deck (2 Adjustable Twin Beds Category B) (156 ft²)
  • Main Deck (Suite - 1 Large Bed - Category B) (167 ft²)
  • Main Deck (2 Adjustable Twin Beds Category C) (156 ft²)
  • Main Deck (1 Single Bed - Category C) (102 ft²)

Features

• French balcony with sliding windows

• TV

• Telephone (for internal calls only)

• Safe

• Independent air-conditioning

• Electricity 220V

• Wi-Fi

• Bathroom with shower and toilet

• Hair dryer

• Selection of bath products

• Towels


Please note that there is no laundry service on board the ship

Deck Plans

Sun Deck plan
Sun Deck
Upper Deck plan
Upper Deck
Main Deck plan
Main Deck

Dining

  • Carefully designed menus invite you to experience the exquisite French gastronomy
  • Croisi’s chefs have worked along Michelin-starred giants such as Marc Haeberlin and Paul Bocuse
  • Alain Bohn, Croisi’s head chef, is a member of Maîtres Cuisiniers de France, a 50 years old association including no more than 250 chefs worldwide
  • Enjoy a self-served breakfast buffet abundant in pastries, cold cuts, eggs, various sausage varieties, fresh fruit and yogurt or jams and jellies; quench your thirst with fresh fruit juices and a warm cup of tea or coffee
  • Delight yourself with 3 course lunch and dinner menus cooked using only the freshest of ingredients
  • Your meals will be paired with excellent complimentary wines
  • All lunch and dinner meals are served at fixed times and in a single seating for all passengers
  • Croisi provides free beverages on all cruises including mineral water, fruit juice, coffee, tea, beer or house wine
  • Some cruises include an open bar, but for those that don’t, travelers can purchase a €30 drink card that will cover beverages served at the bar; any amount of money remaining on your card will be reimbursed at the end of the cruise
  • Premium vintage wines, as well as champagne are available at an additional charge on all cruises

MS Douce France Tours