October 2, 2026
9-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Hamburg
From
$4,719
Price / day
$524
Hanseatic Nature|Havila Pollux ferry
Hanseatic Nature vs Havila Pollux ferry
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Hanseatic Nature
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises
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Newer Ship
Havila Pollux ferry
Built in 2023
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Hanseatic Nature vs Havila Pollux ferry: Quick Comparison
Havila Pollux ferry is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2023, it is 4 years newer than Hanseatic Nature, which entered service in 2019. Hanseatic Nature is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage at 15,651 GT. 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 Pollux ferry |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019 | 2023Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 15,651 GT | 15,519 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 230 | — |
| Space per Passenger | 68 GT | — |
| Length | 138.2 m | 122.7 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Hanseatic Nature vs Havila Pollux ferry
Age
Havila Pollux ferry was built in 2023, making it 4 years newer than Hanseatic Nature, which was built in 2019.
Size
At 15,651 GT, Hanseatic Nature is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage than Havila Pollux ferry at 15,519 GT.
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 Pollux ferry
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Hanseatic Nature
Average
$816 / day
VS
Havila Pollux 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 larger ship by gross tonnage.
- Departing from Hamburg works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Havila Pollux ferry.
Choose Havila Pollux ferry if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
Hanseatic Nature vs Havila Pollux ferry: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Havila Pollux ferry
Built in 2023
4 years newer
Bigger
Hanseatic Nature
15,651 GT
1% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Havila Pollux ferry is 4 years newer.
- Hanseatic Nature is 1% larger by gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Hanseatic Nature or Havila Pollux ferry?
Havila Pollux ferry is newer. It was built in 2023, while Hanseatic Nature was built in 2019, making Havila Pollux ferry 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, Hanseatic Nature or Havila Pollux ferry?
Hanseatic Nature is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 15,651 GT compared with Havila Pollux ferry at 15,519 GT.
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