Maasdam vs Veendam
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
Veendam
Built in 1996
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Maasdam
44.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Maasdam vs Veendam: Quick Comparison
Veendam is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1996, it is 3 years newer than Maasdam, which entered service in 1993. Veendam is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 57,092 GT. Veendam also carries 92 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 | Maasdam | Veendam |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1993 | 1996Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 55,575 GT | 57,092 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,258 | 1,350 |
| Space per Passenger | 44.2 GT | 42.3 GT |
| Length | 220 m | 220 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Maasdam vs Veendam
Age
Veendam was built in 1996, making it 3 years newer than Maasdam, which was built in 1993.
Size
At 57,092 GT, Veendam is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than Maasdam at 55,575 GT.
Passenger capacity
Veendam carries up to 1,350 passengers compared with 1,258 aboard Maasdam, a difference of 92 passengers.
Passenger space
Maasdam offers more space per passenger: 44.2 GT per guest, compared with 42.3 aboard Veendam. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Maasdam
Veendam
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Maasdam
Average
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Veendam
Average
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Maasdam if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Veendam.
Choose Veendam 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.
Maasdam vs Veendam: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Veendam
Built in 1996
3 years newer
Bigger
Veendam
57,092 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Veendam is 3 years newer.
- Veendam is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- Veendam carries 92 more passengers.
- Maasdam offers more space per passenger (44.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Maasdam or Veendam?
Veendam is newer. It was built in 1996, while Maasdam was built in 1993, making Veendam 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Maasdam or Veendam?
Veendam is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 57,092 GT compared with Maasdam at 55,575 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Veendam has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,350, compared with 1,258 for Maasdam.
Which ship is more spacious, Maasdam or Veendam?
Maasdam has the higher passenger space ratio at 44.2 GT per passenger, versus 42.3 for Veendam. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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