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Storm Grounds Cruise Departures in Hamburg as Elbe Closes to Large Ships

A storm surge closed the Elbe to large vessels.

Overview

  • AIDA said AIDAperla, unable to leave since Saturday, has an earliest departure window in the night to Monday due to the closure.
  • The ship’s planned Norway route cannot be kept and a replacement itinerary had not been finalized.
  • Passengers on AIDAperla were allowed a temporary shore leave in Hamburg on Sunday before being asked to return for updates.
  • MSC Preziosa was shifted from HafenCity to Steinwerder and its scheduled 21:00 Sunday departure remained uncertain.
  • High winds and elevated water levels drove the restrictions, with authorities managing berth changes as a similar September disruption underscored recurring weather risks.