Riverside Luxury Cruises is an ultra-luxury boutique line built around the acclaimed former Crystal river ships — spacious all-suite vessels with a high crew-to-guest ratio and butler service.
Riverside Luxury Cruises at a glance
About Riverside Luxury Cruises
Riverside launched in 2022 when Germany’s Seaside Collection — led by founder Gregor Gerlach — acquired the highly regarded former Crystal River ships and relaunched them as an ultra-luxury, all-suite brand focused on space and personalized service.
The fleet
The fleet is built from the former Crystal vessels: Riverside Mozart (the line’s largest), plus Debussy, Ravel and Bach, with Mahler set to join by 2028. Each offers suite accommodation, a high crew-to-guest ratio and butler service.
Where they sail
Riverside sails the Danube, Rhine, Main and Moselle in Central Europe and the Rhône and Saône in France, including routes such as Amsterdam to Basel and Burgundy to Provence.
Who it’s for
Travelers who want maximum space and ultra-luxury service on the rivers — larger suites, butler service and a lower guest count — from a boutique, design-led brand.
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What ships does Riverside Luxury Cruises operate?
The former Crystal river ships — Riverside Mozart (the largest), plus Debussy, Ravel and Bach — with Mahler expected to join by 2028.
Is Riverside Luxury Cruises ultra-luxury?
Yes. Riverside is a suite-focused, ultra-luxury line emphasizing space, a high crew-to-guest ratio and butler service.
Which rivers does Riverside sail?
The Danube, Rhine, Main and Moselle in Central Europe, and the Rhône and Saône in France.
Who owns Riverside Luxury Cruises?
It is owned by Seaside Collection, a German hospitality group, and was founded by Gregor Gerlach.