Stena Line has invested millions in extensive refurbishment and modernisation of the Stena Germanica and Stena Scandinavica ferries on the Gothenburg–Kiel route. The renovation includes restaurant and bar areas as well as outdoor decks ahead of the coming travel season.

Stena Line has carried out an extensive modernisation of the Stena Germanica and Stena Scandinavica ferries that operate on the route between Gothenburg and Kiel. Now that the ships have recently returned from the shipyard, passengers can enjoy renovated restaurant and bar areas and an upgraded outdoor deck. The shipping company has invested millions in the project.

WELL PREPARED FOR THE COMING HIGH SEASON
"The restaurant and bar areas are the most popular places for our guests to spend time on board, and the refurbishment has given them a modern and fresh look for an even better travel experience. This means that we are already well prepared for the coming high season. According to current booking figures, it looks set to be just as successful a season as 2025," says Martin Wahl, Travel Commercial Manager at Stena Line.

Last year, most of the cabins on board were modernised. Ahead of 2026, work has continued with a complete renovation of the buffet restaurant and bar, as well as the Sun Deck Bar on the outdoor deck.

The route between Gothenburg and Kiel serves as an important connection for both holidaymakers and onward travel in Europe. The ferries depart from Gothenburg in the evening and arrive in Kiel the following morning after a journey of approximately 14 hours. In addition to regular scheduled services, the shipping company also offers package tours with a day trip to Kiel.

 Stena Line

• Stena Line is one of Europe's leading ferry companies with approximately 40 vessels and 19 routes in Northern Europe and the Mediterranean Sea, operating 34,700 sailings each year.
• Stena Line is an important part of the European logistics network and develops new intermodal freight solutions by combining transport by rail, road and sea.
• Stena Line also plays an important role in tourism in Europe with its extensive passenger operations.
• The company is family-owned, was founded in 1962 and is headquartered in Gothenburg. Stena Line has 6,550 employees and an annual turnover of 19.6 billion SEK.