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Amadeus Queen: ship guide

The Amadeus ship with a heated indoor pool under a retractable glass roof.

Best for: Couples who want a swim and spa on a Rhine or Danube cruise, in a window-wall cabin with wine and beer included at meals. Sails from Amsterdam, Basel, Passau, Budapest, Nuremberg, Vienna in 2026 and 2027.

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162guests at double occupancy

46crew

4decks

2018entered service

443 ftlong

81staterooms

About Amadeus Queen

Amadeus Queen arrived in 2018 as the first Lueftner ship with a heated indoor pool, set at the stern under a glass roof that slides open on warm days and doubles as an evening venue for lectures and film screenings. The 135-meter ship carries 162 guests in 69 staterooms and 12 suites with a crew of about 46, and a hair salon and massage room sit alongside the 24-hour fitness room.

Staterooms follow the Amadeus pattern: 188-square-foot cabins on the Mozart and Strauss decks with panoramic windows that lower at the push of a button, 172-square-foot Haydn Deck cabins with fixed picture windows, and 284-square-foot Amadeus Suites with a walk-out balcony, walk-in wardrobe and espresso machine. Meals are in the Panorama Restaurant with wine, beer and soft drinks included at lunch and dinner, and coffee and tea are free around the clock in the Amadeus Club.

For 2026 and 2027 Amadeus Queen works the Rhine and the Danube: Classical Rhine Cruises between Amsterdam and Basel, Danube Rhapsody round trips from Passau, Classical Danube Cruises between Passau and Budapest with an optional Prague stay, the spring Tulip Serenade from Amsterdam and Advent cruises in both directions between Nuremberg and Vienna. It is the pick for guests who want to swim on a river cruise without giving up the Amadeus window-wall cabins.

Heated indoor pool with a retractable glass roof, used for evening lectures and films
Drop-down panoramic windows in every Mozart and Strauss Deck stateroom
12 Amadeus Suites of 284 square feet with walk-out exterior balconies
Panorama Restaurant with one open seating and a four-course dinner nightly
Wine, draft beer, soft drinks, coffee and tea included with every lunch and dinner
Onboard hair salon, massage room and 24-hour fitness room
Complimentary Wi-Fi, gratuities and four e-bikes for shore days
Rhine, Danube, Tulip Serenade and Advent programs in 2026 and 2027

Staterooms and suites

Haydn Deck Cabins (C-1, C-4)

172 square feet on the lowest guest deck with a fixed panoramic window, double or twin beds, walk-in shower, wardrobe, flat-screen TV, in-room safe and individual climate control; the lowest fares on the ship.

Strauss Deck Cabins (B-1, B-4)

188 square feet on the middle deck with a drop-down panoramic window that opens the room to the river, Amadeus Signature Bed in double or twin configuration, walk-in wardrobe, walk-in shower and minibar.

Mozart Deck Cabins (A-1)

The same 188-square-foot layout and drop-down panoramic window on the top accommodation deck, a few steps from the Panorama Restaurant and the pool.

Amadeus Suites

Twelve 284-square-foot suites on the Mozart Deck with a walk-out exterior balcony, separate living and sleeping areas, walk-in wardrobe, espresso machine, minibar, bathrobes and Rituals products, plus early check-in from 2 pm and late check-out.

Single Cabins (C-SNG)

Two 108-square-foot single cabins on the Haydn Deck with a panoramic window and a single bed for solo travelers.

Amadeus Queen deck plans

Deck by deck, straight from our booking engine: the plan, the stateroom categories on that deck and the public rooms. Pick a deck.

Sun Deck

Chess Board, Lido Bar.

Mozart Deck

Pool, Amadeus Club, Panorama Bar.

A-1 A-1 CabinAS Amadeus Suite

PoolThe new on-board highlight is the indoor pool, the roof of which can be opened in fine weather. In the evenings, this area may also be used for informative talks, functions and cinema showings.
Amadeus ClubThe AMADEUS Club is the perfect place in which to share the pleasures of the day with a glass of wine in the evening and relax to the gentle sounds of jazz or classical.
Panorama BarPanorama Bar.
River TerraceThe ship’s exclusive “River Terrace” open-air lounge is in the bow and its specially designed glazing provides an incomparable view of the passing riverside scenery while simultaneously providing protection against wind and rain.

Strauss Deck

Fitness Room, Reception, Shop, Restaurant.

B-1 B-1 CabinB-4 B-4 Cabin

Shop
Reception

Haydn Deck

Hair Salon, Massage.

C-1 C-1 CabinC-4 C-4 Cabin

Massage

Plans are the cruise line’s current drawings as supplied to our booking engine. Layouts change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the exact stateroom when you book.

On board Amadeus Queen

Dining on Amadeus Queen

Panorama RestaurantIncluded

Large river-view windows and one open seating for buffet breakfast, served lunch with regional ingredients and a four-course dinner each evening.

Panorama BarIncluded

Early-riser breakfast and a light lunch buffet by day, cocktails, live music and themed evenings by night.

Amadeus ClubIncluded

Quiet lounge with a wine bar and library, jazz and classical music, and complimentary coffee and tea 24 hours a day.

Pool loungeIncluded

The glass-roofed indoor pool area at the stern serves as a daytime retreat and an evening venue for lectures and film screenings.

Afternoon tea and late-night snacksIncluded

Daily finger sandwiches and cakes, late-night bites, and picnic lunch boxes on request for a day ashore.

Drinks policyIncluded

Hand-selected wines, draft beer, soda, coffee and tea are included with every lunch and dinner, plus a welcome cocktail reception and gala dinner; bar drinks outside meals and minibar items are charged to your onboard account.

Entertainment and activities

Heated indoor pool with retractable glass roof, open to the sky on warm days
Sun deck with loungers, open-air lunches and cocktails in fine weather
Evening live music, cocktails and themed nights in the Panorama Bar
Amadeus Club wine bar and library for jazz and classical evenings
Lectures, cooking demonstrations and local folklore performances brought on board
24-hour fitness room, morning exercise sessions, massage room and hair salon
Four complimentary e-bikes with helmets for independent riding in port
Guided excursions in Active, Taste, Classic and Experience themes, sold as discounted packages

Families and who it suits

Amadeus ships carry no facilities or programs for children. Guests 14 and under may sail only with the line’s prior consent, and anyone 17 or under must share a stateroom with a parent, guardian or responsible adult over 21 who signs a liability waiver.

Best for: Couples who want a swim and spa on a Rhine or Danube cruise, in a window-wall cabin with wine and beer included at meals.

Sails from: Amsterdam, Basel, Passau, Budapest, Nuremberg, Vienna · Regions: Rhine, Danube, Main, Dutch and Belgian waterways

Amadeus Queen questions we answer every day

How big is Amadeus Queen?

Amadeus Queen is a 135-meter (443-foot) river ship built in 2018 for 162 guests in 69 staterooms and 12 suites, with a crew of about 46 and four decks. A guest elevator links the Mozart and Haydn decks; the sun deck is reached by stairs. The ship is built to Rhine and Danube lock dimensions so it docks in the heart of each city.

Where does Amadeus Queen sail in 2026 and 2027?

On the Rhine, the eight-day Classical Rhine Cruise between Amsterdam and Basel in both directions. On the Danube, Danube Rhapsody round trips from Passau, Classical Danube Cruises between Passau and Budapest, and a Prague-and-Danube combination. In spring the Tulip Serenade sails round trip from Amsterdam, and in December the Magic of Advent cruises run between Nuremberg and Vienna in both directions.

Does Amadeus Queen really have a pool?

Yes. Amadeus Queen was the first Amadeus ship with a heated indoor pool, placed at the stern beneath a glass roof that retracts on sunny days. In the evening the pool lounge becomes a venue for lectures and film screenings. A hair salon, massage room and 24-hour fitness room complete the wellness area.

Which staterooms are best on Amadeus Queen?

Mozart and Strauss Deck cabins (A-1, B-1, B-4) give you 188 square feet and a panoramic window that lowers at the push of a button, the Amadeus trademark. The 12 Amadeus Suites add a walk-out balcony, living area, espresso machine and early check-in. Haydn Deck cabins are the value choice with fixed windows, and two single cabins suit solo travelers.

What is included in the fare on Amadeus Queen?

All meals, wine, draft beer, soda, coffee and tea with lunch and dinner, a welcome reception and gala dinner, afternoon tea, Wi-Fi, gratuities, port and lock fees, e-bike use, lectures and onboard entertainment. Excursions are extra, sold as discounted packages before departure or individually on board. SmartCruiser adds bonus onboard credit on sailings where Amadeus allows it, not available when you book direct.

Is Amadeus Queen suitable for children?

Amadeus describes its ships as having no facilities or services for children. Guests 14 and under need the line’s written consent before booking, and anyone 17 or under must share a cabin with a parent, guardian or responsible adult who signs a liability waiver. The ship is best enjoyed by adults and mature teens.

Facts checked against Amadeus River Cruises: Amadeus Queen, Amadeus River Cruises: Suites and staterooms, Amadeus River Cruises: Amenities and inclusions, Amadeus River Cruises: Terms and conditions (children policy) on October 14, 2026. Ship details change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the current layout when you book.

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