Riverside Ravel is a 2018-built luxury river cruiser that brings French elegance to the Rhone and Saone. With a length of 135 m and a beam of 12 m, the ship accommodates up to 110 guests in 55 well-appointed cabins across four decks, served by a dedicated crew of 68. Inside, guests discover refined spaces designed for comfort and immersion in the region's culture, from panoramic lounges to a refined dining venue where culinary delights are crafted to highlight local flavors. Onboard experiences are built around immersive cuisine and culture: chef-led demonstrations, intimate tastings, and chef-curated menus paired with regional wines, complemented by wine seminars, enrichment talks on Rhone heritage, and live music in the evenings. The ship's sedate pace mirrors Bolero's hypnotic rhythm as Riverside Ravel glides gently along the river, offering tranquil moments on expansive observation decks and a sun deck. For guests who want to stay connected, EU 2-pin 220V electrical plugs are available, though adapters are not provided, so travelers should plan accordingly. With bilingual hospitality in German and English, Riverside Ravel promises a refined, indulgent river-cruise experience that blends comfort, cuisine, and the romance of France into an unforgettable voyage.
Ship Specifications
Excursions
VARIATION OF EXCURSIONS
And there's something else that sets us apart: our itineraries can be extended and combined as desired. Our short routes are perfect for newcomers to the world of river cruising. A variation of excursions can be booked according to personal interest and preference. We satisfy passions and also awaken them: architecture and design, art and cuisine, history and nature - these are our themes. And in addition we can also organize your vacation days before or after your Riverside Luxury Cruise.
Waterside
The oval marble counter at reception and the black wooden mosaic announce the elegant style of this restaurant, which serves an extensive buffet for lunch and then turns into a perfectly dimmed fine-dining world in the evenings. You sit on aqua-blue velvet armchairs at round tables here and can concentrate on one thing – enjoyment. And enjoy again and again.
Vintage Room
Bistro
And if you want to sleep a little longer sometimes – a late breakfast is guaranteed on board the Riverside Ravel. Go into the Bistro and the day can begin. The scent of fresh coffee and tempting bakeries will quickly lift your mood. In the evenings in the Bistro, whose style recreates that of a coffee house, we serve excellent tapas.
Vista Grill
Champagne is always welcome. Above all if it’s in the shadow of a sailcloth on the upper deck of the Ravel at midday, maybe enjoying a bite of fresh grilled langoustines or a steak and looking out at the landscape, which slowly and gently drifts by like a stage set. And what about a French 75 at sunset? Yes, that’s also what’s very special and romantic about this ship. Its upper deck is a laid-back lounge, a bar and grill and one thing above all for a river cruise ship – unique.
Palm Court
Vista Deck
- Comfortable Lounge-area
- Large Outdoor TV-screen
- Cosy Sun-Lounges
Reception & Atrium
Vista Bar
A special location with delicate drinks and a very special ingredient — the best view on board!
Deck 4 | Vista
Facilities on this deck:
Stairs
- Glass Roof
- Grill
- Vista Bar
- Canopy
Deck 3 | Riverside
Facilities on this deck:
- Wheelhouse
- Stairs
- Palm Court
- Stage
- Vintage Room
- Bistro
- Elevator
- Entrance
- Swimming Pool
- WC
- Owner's Suites
- Ravel Suites
- Riverside Suites
- Symphony Suites
Deck 2 | Seahorse
Facilities on this deck:
- Reception
- Waterside
- Pantry
- Entrance
- Elevator & Stairs
- Seahorse Suites
- Melody Suites
Deck 1 | Harmony
Facilities on this deck:
- Fitness Centre
- Treatment Room
- Guest Laundry
- Stairs
Owner's Suite
A dream in 750 square feet (70 m2) on the Debussy, the Owner's Suite features two bedrooms and two baths. There's also a stylish living room, where you can sit at the fireplace and read a book, dine privately with the family or sit at the desk and get a few things done on your laptop. Or on your own balcony. This suite guarantees guests a pristine appearance without any effort on your part. Give us your clothes - we'll wash and iron them. An exclusive limousine transfer between the airport or the train station will be looking forward to bring you on board.
- Two bedrooms with two en suite bathrooms
- Private entry vestibule
- Separate living, dining area and guest powder room
- Suite-wide triple french balcony
- Spacious living area with sofa and two armchairs
- Marble fireplace with fire effect
- 40" flat screen HD TV
- Dining table for 4 people
- Espresso coffee machine
- Writing desk
- Minibar
- King size bed overlooking the French balcony
- King size pillows
- Bed linen made of finest cotton
- 220 volt electricity
- USB sockets
- Walk-in closet
- Flat screen HD TV
- In-Room Safe
- French balcony
- King size bed (convertible into two single beds)
- King size pillows
- Bed linen made of finest cotton
- 220 volt electricity
- USB sockets
- Closet
- Sofa
- Height adjustable dining/coffee table
- Desk/bar area with Minibar
- Espresso coffee maker
- 40" flat screen HD TV
- In-Room Safe
- French balcony
- Double vanity with generous storage space
- Separate marble table with vanity mirror and seating
- Glass enclosed rain shower
- Bathtub
- Luxurious terry cloth bathrobes
- Slippers
- High quality personal care products
- Hair dryer
- 220 volt electricity
- Single vanity
- Glass enclosed rain shower
- Luxurious terry cloth bathrobes
- Slippers
- High quality personal care products
- Hair dryer
- 220 volt electricity
- Complimentary ironing service
- Complimentary laundry service
- Complimentary Limousine transfer
Ravel Suite
Credit where credit is due. Ravel was a dandy. And if this suite was a person, it would be of his ilk. It’s a place for connoisseurs, with floor-to-ceiling windows. There is even a view of the landscape from the bed. Your clothing will find space in the walk-in closet, of course. And just like in the Owner’s Suite, we offer the guests in this suite an individual limousine transfer.
LIVING AREA
- Spacious living area with sofa (with pullout bed) and two armchairs
- Fireplace with ambient fire effect
- 40" flat screen HD TV
- Dining table
- Espresso coffee machine
- Writing desk
- Minibar
- Panoramic Balcony-Window
- 220V/110V as well as USB port charger
- King size bed (convertible to two twin beds) facing Panoramic Balcony-Window
- King size pillows
- Bed linen made of finest cotton
- 220 volt electricity and USB sockets
- Walk-in closet
- 40" flat screen HD TV
- In-suite Safe
- Paonoramic Balcony-Window
- Double vanity with generous storage space
- Separate toilet with sink
- Glass enclosed rain shower
- Luxurious bathrobes
- Slippers
- High quality personal care products
- Hair dryer
- 220V/110V electricity
- Complimentary ironing service
- Complimentary laundry service
- Complimentary Limousine transfer on Embarkation and Debarkation Day
Riverside Suite
The name says it all. Everything flows here in both senses of the word. And the flow of the river can already be seen through the panoramic window from the bed in the morning. Enjoy style and comfort, perfectly formed, a King size bed or optionally also twin beds. Sheer luxury far away from everyday worries – for romanticism à deux. But also for solo travellers.
BATHROOM- Double vanity
- Glass enclosed rain shower
- Luxurious bathrobes
- Slippers
- High quality personal care products
- Hair dryer
- 220V/110V electricity
- King size bed (convertible into two single beds) facing Panoramic Balcony-Window
- King size pillows
- Bed linen made of finest cotton
- Walk-in closet
- Armchair
- Height adjustable dining/coffee table
- Writing desk/bar area with refrigerator
- Espresso coffee machine
- 40" flat screen HD TV
- In-Suite Safe
- 220V/110V as well as USB port charger
- Panoramic Balcony-Window
Seahorse Suite
Seahorses like peace and quiet and enjoy their seclusion. And that’s precisely what you can do in our eponymous suite. Even the bathroom tiled with marble and the double washbasins are wonderfully spacious. Perfect comfort on nearly 24 square metres. Luxurious materials and art on the walls.
BEDROOM- King size bed (convertible into two single beds) facing Panoramic Balcony-Window
- King size pillows
- Bed linen made of finest cotton
- Walk-in closet
- Armchair
- Height adjustable dining/coffee table
- Writing desk/bar area with refrigerator
- Espresso coffee machine
- 40" flat screen HD TV
- In-Suite Safe
- 220V/110V as well as USB port charger
- Panoramic Balcony-Window
- Double vanity
- Glass enclosed rain shower
- Luxurious bathrobes
- Slippers
- High quality personal care products
- Hair dryer
- 220V/110V electricity
Symphony Suite
At nearly 18 square metres it’s a little smaller, but you’ll still enjoy great comfort in a Symphony Suite. Luxuriate in bed covers made of the finest cotton and start your day with a tea or coffee in bed with a view outdoors. The rain shower in the bathroom will revitalise you with energy for the day. A small desk offers you the opportunity to make some notes – after all, travelling with the Ravel is rich in experiences.
BEDROOM- King size bed (convertible into two single beds) facing Panoramic Balcony-Window
- King size pillows
- Bed linen made of finest cotton
- Walk-in closet
- Armchair
- Height adjustable dining/coffee table
- Writing desk/bar area with refrigerator
- Espresso coffee machine
- 40" flat screen HD TV
- In-Suite Safe
- 220V/110V as well as USB port charger
- Panoramic Balcony-Window
- Double vanity
- Glass enclosed rain shower
- Luxurious bathrobes
- Slippers
- High quality personal care products
- Hair dryer
- 220V/110V electricity
Melody Suite
Different tones in natural colours melodically coalesce to form a unity. Simply cozy, as the Americans would say. A King size bed and a walk-in rain shower make these suites charming places to stay. They are not called Melody Suites for nothing.
BEDROOM- King size bed (convertible into two single beds)
- King size pillows
- Bed linen made of finest cotton
- Armchair
- Adjustable dining/coffee table
- Writing desk/bar area with refrigerator
- Espresso coffee machine
- 40" flat screen HD TV
- In-Suite Safe
- 220V/110V as well as USB port charger
- Panoramic Balcony-Window
- Vanity
- Glass enclosed rain shower
- Luxurious bathrobes
- Slippers
- High quality personal care products
- Hair dryer
- 220V/110V electricity
Spa
A soothing massage before dinner? Or a pampering facial treatment? Then our onboard spa is the place for you. A treatment room decorated in the vibrant colours of nature ensures relaxation in the truest sense of the word. Our spa therapist will tailor treatments to your individual needs and constitution.
Swimming Pool
The Swimming Pool can be found on the Riverside Deck.
Fitness
More strength, more endurance, more fitness - fitness contributes to a healthy life. On board the Riverside Ravel, you don't have to give up your daily exercise routine. Our gym is equipped with the latest Technogym machines, free weights, balls and Thera-Bands. Whether you work out in the morning before breakfast or in the evening before dinner, whether you want to tone your muscles or do some cardio, this is the place to be.
