MS Gérard Schmitter vs MS Gil Eanes
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
MS Gil Eanes
Built in 2015
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
MS Gérard Schmitter vs MS Gil Eanes: Quick Comparison
MS Gil Eanes is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2015, it is 3 years newer than MS Gérard Schmitter, which entered service in 2012. MS Gérard Schmitter also carries 40 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 | MS Gérard Schmitter | MS Gil Eanes |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2012 | 2015Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 172 | 132 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 110 m | 80 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MS Gérard Schmitter vs MS Gil Eanes
Age
MS Gil Eanes was built in 2015, making it 3 years newer than MS Gérard Schmitter, which was built in 2012.
Passenger capacity
MS Gérard Schmitter carries up to 172 passengers compared with 132 aboard MS Gil Eanes, a difference of 40 passengers.
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Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MS Gérard Schmitter
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MS Gil Eanes
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MS Gérard Schmitter 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 MS Gil Eanes.
Choose MS Gil Eanes if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
MS Gérard Schmitter vs MS Gil Eanes: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MS Gil Eanes
Built in 2015
3 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MS Gil Eanes is 3 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- MS Gérard Schmitter carries 40 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MS Gérard Schmitter or MS Gil Eanes?
MS Gil Eanes is newer. It was built in 2015, while MS Gérard Schmitter was built in 2012, making MS Gil Eanes 3 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MS Gérard Schmitter has a passenger capacity of approximately 172, compared with 132 for MS Gil Eanes.
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