MS Lofoten vs MS Midnatsol
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MS Lofoten
Hurtigruten
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MS Midnatsol
Hurtigruten
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MS Midnatsol
Built in 2003
39 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
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More Spacious Ship
MS Midnatsol
16.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MS Lofoten vs MS Midnatsol: Quick Comparison
MS Midnatsol is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2003, it is 39 years newer than MS Lofoten, which entered service in 1964. MS Midnatsol is approximately 516% larger by gross tonnage at 16,151 GT. MS Midnatsol also carries 600 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 Lofoten | MS Midnatsol |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1964 | 2003Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 2,621 GT | 16,151 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 400 | 1,000 |
| Space per Passenger | 6.6 GT | 16.2 GT |
| Length | 87.41 m | 135.75 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MS Lofoten vs MS Midnatsol
Age
MS Midnatsol was built in 2003, making it 39 years newer than MS Lofoten, which was built in 1964.
Size
At 16,151 GT, MS Midnatsol is approximately 516% larger by gross tonnage than MS Lofoten at 2,621 GT.
Passenger capacity
MS Midnatsol carries up to 1,000 passengers compared with 400 aboard MS Lofoten, a difference of 600 passengers.
Passenger space
MS Midnatsol offers more space per passenger: 16.2 GT per guest, compared with 6.6 aboard MS Lofoten. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MS Lofoten if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MS Midnatsol.
Choose MS Midnatsol 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.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
MS Lofoten vs MS Midnatsol: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MS Midnatsol
Built in 2003
39 years newer
Bigger
MS Midnatsol
16,151 GT
516% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MS Midnatsol is 39 years newer.
- MS Midnatsol is 516% larger by gross tonnage.
- MS Midnatsol carries 600 more passengers.
- MS Midnatsol offers more space per passenger (16.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MS Lofoten or MS Midnatsol?
MS Midnatsol is newer. It was built in 2003, while MS Lofoten was built in 1964, making MS Midnatsol 39 years newer.
Which is bigger, MS Lofoten or MS Midnatsol?
MS Midnatsol is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 16,151 GT compared with MS Lofoten at 2,621 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MS Midnatsol has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,000, compared with 400 for MS Lofoten.
Which ship is more spacious, MS Lofoten or MS Midnatsol?
MS Midnatsol has the higher passenger space ratio at 16.2 GT per passenger, versus 6.6 for MS Lofoten. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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