The newest ship in the HANSEATIC class from Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has completed its first scheduled dry-dock maintenance stop in Bremerhaven. The public areas of the HANSEATIC spirit, in particular, were meticulously and elegantly renovated in line with the “nature-inspired” design concept, with the aim of giving the ship—which entered service in 2021—a fresh new look.
The HANSEATIC spirit spent ten days at the Lloyd shipyard in Bremerhaven. During this first dry-dock period for the newest of the HANSEATIC-class sister ships, shipyard personnel and part of the crew carried out extensive renovation work in the hotel areas. In addition to cosmetic improvements in the spa area, the work included replacing numerous carpets and tiles. The ship’s mandatory technical recertification—a process required every five years—was also completed.
Previously, the sister ships HANSEATIC nature (2023) and HANSEATIC inspiration (2024), as well as the EUROPA (2024), also benefited from the professional expertise of the Lloyd shipyard team.
Isolde Susset, CEO of Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, noted: “Hapag-Lloyd Cruises maintains a relationship of trust with the Lloyd shipyards in Bremerhaven. The renovations carried out aboard the HANSEATIC spirit demonstrate the professionalism and dedication of the shipyard team. We are delighted to present the renovated relaxation areas to our guests.”
Last Friday, the expedition ship left the floating dock in Bremerhaven with a fresh coat of paint to welcome its guests at the Columbuskaje pier before its first cruise following the renovation. That same night, the HANSEATIC spirit set sail on an eight-day itinerary with stops in Rotterdam, Scheveningen, Zeebrugge, Texel, Sylt, Heligoland, and Hamburg, where it was scheduled to arrive on June 13, 2026.
A New Look for the HANSEATIC spirit
From the spa area to the HANSEATIC restaurant, including numerous new carpets and wall coverings, virtually no part of the ship was left untouched during the ten days at the shipyard.
In the spa area, a new stove was installed in the Finnish sauna, and the artistic decorative mosaics in the showers and steam room were restored. These improvements help create a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere where guests can unwind after busy days of exploration.
The HANSEATIC Restaurant also received a fresh coat of paint and new carpeting. Other areas, such as the French specialty restaurant “l’esprit,” the Observation Lounge, and the reception area, were also fitted with new flooring and now feature a fresh, harmonious color scheme, maintaining a consistent design throughout the ship.
In addition, certain showers in the cabins and suites on the HANSEATIC spirit were renovated.
Next Saturday, the HANSEATIC spirit will set sail on its ten-day “Wild Scotland” expedition before beginning its Arctic season.
During the summer, passengers will be able to enjoy unique expeditions through northwestern Greenland and the Canadian Arctic, exploring breathtaking icy landscapes. In late summer, the small expedition ship will sail through Western Europe before heading to South Africa.
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