Go Nordic Cruiseline

Go Nordic Cruiseline is a Danish ferry brand that operates year-round passenger and car ferry service between Copenhagen, Denmark, and Oslo, Norway. The brand is used by Alvina Shipping A/S, a Danish shipping company owned by the Swedish Gotlandsbolaget group. The route crosses the Kattegat and passes through the Oslofjord, with daily departures in both directions. The brand was established after Gotlandsbolaget acquired the DFDS vessels M/S Crown Seaways and M/S Pearl Seaways in 2024. On 1 November 2024, Gotlandsbolaget took over the Copenhagen–Oslo route. During 2025 the ships were rebranded and renamed Nordic Crown and Nordic Pearl, and the Go Nordic Cruiseline name was introduced. The two vessels together can carry over 3,500 passengers. Nordic Crown was built in 1994 and has 1,790 passenger berths, 630 cabins and capacity for 450 cars. Nordic Pearl was built in 1989 and has 1,852 passenger berths, 705 cabins and capacity for 320 cars. Both ships were renovated in 2025. On board, Go Nordic Cruiseline offers restaurants ranging from buffets and family-friendly dishes to à la carte menus with seasonal ingredients, a tax-free shop called Go Shop, daily entertainment including bingo and live music, and a range of cabins. The company describes its Nordic identity through details such as the aqua-green hulls of its ships and Nordic flavours in its restaurants. It employs nearly 800 people on land and at sea. Go Nordic Cruiseline is positioned as a comfortable and convenient way to travel between Denmark and Norway, whether for a short MiniCruise break or a one-way journey with a car. The brand is part of Gotlandsbolaget, Sweden's oldest passenger shipping company, which has operated since 1865 and today employs around 1,500 people across sectors including energy, maritime technology, hospitality and property.

Go Nordic Cruiseline is a ferry brand created after the Swedish shipping group Gotlandsbolaget acquired the DFDS vessels M/S Crown Seaways and M/S Pearl Seaways in 2024. On 1 November 2024, Gotlandsbolaget took over the Copenhagen–Oslo route, marking a significant milestone for the company. The route had previously been operated by DFDS. The brand is used by Alvina Shipping A/S, a Danish shipping company owned by Gotlandsbolaget. During 2025, the two vessels were rebranded and renamed Nordic Crown and Nordic Pearl, and the new name Go Nordic Cruiseline was introduced. Both ships were also renovated in 2025, with the company highlighting a recent 2025 upgrade that made the journey between Copenhagen and Oslo more comfortable. Nordic Crown was launched in 1994 and Nordic Pearl in 1989. Nordic Pearl is described as the more experienced big sister, featuring an outdoor pool and cabins with private jacuzzis, and is a popular choice for business travellers thanks to a spacious conference area on the top deck. Nordic Crown has a large number of cabins with private balconies located next to the Commodore Lounge. Go Nordic Cruiseline operates year-round between Copenhagen and Oslo, with daily departures. The company employs nearly 800 people on land and at sea. Its ships cross the Kattegat and pass through the Oslofjord. The brand emphasizes its Nordic roots through details such as the aqua-green hulls of its ships, inspired by local seas, and Nordic flavours in its onboard restaurants. Gotlandsbolaget, the parent company, is Sweden's oldest passenger shipping company, operating since 1865 and connecting the Swedish mainland with the island of Gotland. Today the group employs around 1,500 people and is active across sectors including energy, maritime technology, hospitality and property on Gotland. A symbol of Gotlandsbolaget appears on board Go Nordic Cruiseline ships: the red funnel with the bold "G".

• 2025

  The ships are rebranded and renamed Nordic Crown and Nordic Pearl, and the Go Nordic Cruiseline brand is introduced; both ships are renovated.

• 2024

  Gotlandsbolaget acquires the DFDS vessels M/S Crown Seaways and M/S Pearl Seaways.

• 1994

  Nordic Crown (then M/S Crown Seaways) is launched.

• 1989

  Nordic Pearl (then M/S Pearl Seaways) enters service.

• 1865

  Gotlandsbolaget, the parent company, begins operations as Sweden's oldest passenger shipping company.

• Gotlandsbolaget takes over the Copenhagen–Oslo route.

A Nordic-inspired, comfortable and convenient ferry experience between Copenhagen and Oslo, suitable for short breaks, one-way travel and bringing a car.

• MiniCruise to Oslo

  A 2-day MiniCruise between Copenhagen and Oslo, including 6.5 hours in the Norwegian capital. From 286 DKK per person.

• One-way journey with car

  Sail between Denmark and Norway with the convenience of bringing your car on board. Daily departures. From 293 DKK per person.

• Onboard restaurants

  Buffet, family-friendly dishes and à la carte made with seasonal ingredients.

• Go Shop

  Tax-free shop offering at least 20% savings on perfumes, toys, drinks and more.

• Onboard entertainment

  Daily entertainment including bingo and live music, most of it free.

• Cabins

  A wide range of cabins, including cabins with private balconies and private jacuzzis, upgraded in 2025.

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