Cherbourg
France

The port of Cherbourg in France is a major player in the global cruise industry. It serves as a gateway to the Atlantic and Channel seas and is a popular stop for transatlantic cruises. Cherbourg offers a range of activities, including the ocean exploration center, La Cité de la Mer, and the Cherbourg Naval Museum. Visitors can also explore the wider Normandy region, including the D-Day beaches and Mont Saint-Michel.

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Cherbourg

Port Cherbourg

and its characteristics

The port of Cherbourg in France holds a significant position in the global cruise industry. This gateway to the Atlantic and Channel seas is often the first or last stop for transatlantic cruises. Annually, it welcomes numerous prestigious ships from renowned companies, testifying its importance in the cruise ship industry.

Not only does Cherbourg serve as a strategic stopover, but it also boasts a range of activities for its visitors. The city offers a rich historical heritage with La Cité de la Mer, an ocean exploration center with the largest submarine open to the public, and the Cherbourg Naval Museum. Moreover, many cruise ship passengers use their time in Cherbourg to explore the wider Normandy region, including the D-Day beaches and the Mont Saint-Michel.

History

The port of Cherbourg, located in Northwestern France, has a rich and storied history. It was first developed as a military harbor by Napoleon Bonaparte in the early 19th century. The fortifications built during this time, including the massive sea wall, still stand as historical landmarks today.

During World War II, the port played a significant role. It was a major landing site during the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944, and was subsequently heavily damaged by Allied bombing. After the war, the port was rebuilt and expanded, becoming a crucial gateway for transatlantic travel and commerce, particularly during the Golden Age of Ocean Liners in the mid-20th century.

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Northern Europe
Northern Europe
United Kingdom, Spain, France
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UVIB
Northern Europe

United Kingdom, Spain, France

MSC Virtuosa MSC Virtuosa
Boarding: Southampton (London), Disembarking: Southampton (London)
September 6, 2025 - September 13, 2025 (7 nights)
from: $507
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Northern Europe
United Kingdom, Spain, France
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Northern Europe

United Kingdom, Spain, France

MSC Virtuosa MSC Virtuosa
Boarding: Southampton (London), Disembarking: Southampton (London)
September 27, 2025 - October 4, 2025 (7 nights)
from: $507
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Northern Europe
Germany, Belgium, France, United Kingdom
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UWI2
Northern Europe

Germany, Belgium, France, United Kingdom

MSC Poesia MSC Poesia
Boarding: Hamburg, Disembarking: Hamburg
October 12, 2025 - October 19, 2025 (7 nights)
from: $636
Winter Wave 2025/26
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Northern Europe
France, United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, B...
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UWI4
Northern Europe

France, United Kingdom, Germany, Neth...

MSC Poesia MSC Poesia
Boarding: Le Havre, Disembarking: Le Havre
October 15, 2025 - October 23, 2025 (8 nights)
from: $593
Winter Wave 2025/26
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Northern Europe
United Kingdom, France, Germany, Netherlands, B...
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UWHY
Northern Europe

United Kingdom, France, Germany, Neth...

MSC Poesia MSC Poesia
Boarding: Southampton (London), Disembarking: Southampton (London)
October 16, 2025 - October 24, 2025 (8 nights)
from: $669
Winter Wave 2025/26
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Northern Europe
United Kingdom, France, Spain
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UV2E
Northern Europe

United Kingdom, France, Spain

MSC Virtuosa MSC Virtuosa
Boarding: Southampton (London), Disembarking: Southampton (London)
June 20, 2026 - June 27, 2026 (7 nights)
from: $809
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