October 2, 2026
9-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Hamburg
From
$4,719
Price / day
$524
Hanseatic Nature|Havila Capella ferry
Hanseatic Nature vs Havila Capella ferry
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Hanseatic Nature
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Newer Ship
Havila Capella ferry
Built in 2021
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Hanseatic Nature
68 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Hanseatic Nature vs Havila Capella ferry: Quick Comparison
Havila Capella ferry is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2021, it is 2 years newer than Hanseatic Nature, which entered service in 2019. Havila Capella ferry is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage at 15,776 GT. Havila Capella ferry also carries 410 more passengers. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Hanseatic Nature | Havila Capella ferry |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019 | 2021Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 15,651 GT | 15,776 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 230 | 640 |
| Space per Passenger | 68 GT | 24.7 GT |
| Length | 138.2 m | 124.1 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Hanseatic Nature vs Havila Capella ferry
Age
Havila Capella ferry was built in 2021, making it 2 years newer than Hanseatic Nature, which was built in 2019.
Size
At 15,776 GT, Havila Capella ferry is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage than Hanseatic Nature at 15,651 GT.
Passenger capacity
Havila Capella ferry carries up to 640 passengers compared with 230 aboard Hanseatic Nature, a difference of 410 passengers.
Passenger space
Hanseatic Nature offers more space per passenger: 68 GT per guest, compared with 24.7 aboard Havila Capella ferry. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Compare Ports of Call
Hanseatic Nature
Short cruise western Europe: a harmony of landscape and architecture
- Departure Port
- Hamburg
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 9
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Oct 2, 2026Hamburg
- Day 2 · Oct 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Oct 4, 2026Isle of Wight
- Day 4 · Oct 5, 2026Guernsey
- Day 5 · Oct 6, 2026Honfleur
- Day 6 · Oct 7, 2026Honfleur
- Day 7 · Oct 8, 2026Antwerp
- Day 8 · Oct 9, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 9 · Oct 10, 2026Helgoland
- Day 10 · Oct 11, 2026Hamburg
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Hanseatic Nature
October 11, 2026
15-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Hamburg
From
$16,599
Price / day
$1,107
Havila Capella ferry
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Hanseatic Nature
Average
$816 / day
VS
Havila Capella ferry
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Hanseatic Nature if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- Departing from Hamburg works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Havila Capella ferry.
Choose Havila Capella ferry if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
Hanseatic Nature vs Havila Capella ferry: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Havila Capella ferry
Built in 2021
2 years newer
Bigger
Havila Capella ferry
15,776 GT
1% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Havila Capella ferry is 2 years newer.
- Havila Capella ferry is 1% larger by gross tonnage.
- Havila Capella ferry carries 410 more passengers.
- Hanseatic Nature offers more space per passenger (68 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Hanseatic Nature or Havila Capella ferry?
Havila Capella ferry is newer. It was built in 2021, while Hanseatic Nature was built in 2019, making Havila Capella ferry 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Hanseatic Nature or Havila Capella ferry?
Havila Capella ferry is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 15,776 GT compared with Hanseatic Nature at 15,651 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Havila Capella ferry has a passenger capacity of approximately 640, compared with 230 for Hanseatic Nature.
Which ship is more spacious, Hanseatic Nature or Havila Capella ferry?
Hanseatic Nature has the higher passenger space ratio at 68 GT per passenger, versus 24.7 for Havila Capella ferry. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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