October 2, 2026
9-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Hamburg
From
$4,719
Price / day
$524
Hanseatic Nature|MS Hamburg
Hanseatic Nature vs MS Hamburg
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Hanseatic Nature
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Newer Ship
Hanseatic Nature
Built in 2019
22 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 MS Hamburg: Quick Comparison
Hanseatic Nature is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2019, it is 22 years newer than MS Hamburg, which entered service in 1997. Hanseatic Nature is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage at 15,651 GT. MS Hamburg also carries 190 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 | MS Hamburg |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019Newer | 1997 |
| Gross Tonnage | 15,651 GT | 15,067 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 230 | 420 |
| Space per Passenger | 68 GT | 35.9 GT |
| Length | 138.2 m | 144.13 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Hanseatic Nature vs MS Hamburg
Age
Hanseatic Nature was built in 2019, making it 22 years newer than MS Hamburg, which was built in 1997.
Size
At 15,651 GT, Hanseatic Nature is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage than MS Hamburg at 15,067 GT.
Passenger capacity
MS Hamburg carries up to 420 passengers compared with 230 aboard Hanseatic Nature, a difference of 190 passengers.
Passenger space
Hanseatic Nature offers more space per passenger: 68 GT per guest, compared with 35.9 aboard MS Hamburg. 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
MS Hamburg
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Hanseatic Nature
Average
$816 / day
VS
MS Hamburg
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 newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- 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.
Choose MS Hamburg if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Hanseatic Nature.
Hanseatic Nature vs MS Hamburg: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Hanseatic Nature
Built in 2019
22 years newer
Bigger
Hanseatic Nature
15,651 GT
4% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Hanseatic Nature is 22 years newer.
- Hanseatic Nature is 4% larger by gross tonnage.
- MS Hamburg carries 190 more passengers.
- Hanseatic Nature offers more space per passenger (68 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Hanseatic Nature or MS Hamburg?
Hanseatic Nature is newer. It was built in 2019, while MS Hamburg was built in 1997, making Hanseatic Nature 22 years newer.
Which is bigger, Hanseatic Nature or MS Hamburg?
Hanseatic Nature is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 15,651 GT compared with MS Hamburg at 15,067 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MS Hamburg has a passenger capacity of approximately 420, compared with 230 for Hanseatic Nature.
Which ship is more spacious, Hanseatic Nature or MS Hamburg?
Hanseatic Nature has the higher passenger space ratio at 68 GT per passenger, versus 35.9 for MS Hamburg. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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