CroisiEurope is an independent, family-owned company and a European leader in river cruising, founded in 1976 and based in Strasbourg.
The company manages the entire cruise operation process — from ship design and construction to marketing, hospitality, onboard services, and crew training.
With a fleet of around 50 ships and barges, CroisiEurope offers unique itineraries along European rivers, canals, coastal routes, and exotic destinations.
Working at CroisiEurope gives you the opportunity to join a team that values innovation, professionalism, and a family-oriented atmosphere.
Employees can expect solid training, an international working environment, and the chance to contribute to delivering high-quality guest experiences on board.
- Country of Origin: France (Headquartered in Strasbourg).
- Areas of Activity:
- River Cruises: The European leader in river tourism, operating on virtually all major navigable rivers including the Rhine, Danube, Seine, Po, and Douro.
- Canal Cruises: Specialized fleet of hotel barges designed to navigate the smaller, historic locks and canals of provincial France.
- Ocean & Coastal Cruises: Sea-going itineraries in the Mediterranean, Adriatic, and Red Sea via specialized vessels like the La Belle de l'Adriatique.
- Safari Cruises: Exotic river expeditions on the Mekong (Vietnam/Cambodia) and the Chobe and Zambezi rivers (Southern Africa).
- History Notes:
- Founded in 1976 by Gérard Schmitter under the name Alsace Croisières, initially focusing on day trips on the Rhine.
- In 1997, it was rebranded as CroisiEurope to reflect its expansion into a pan-European fleet and international destinations.
- The company is unique for being family-owned (the Schmitter family) and vertically integrated; they handle everything from ship design and construction to catering and laundry internally.
- Historically known for pioneering "paddle-wheel" technology on shallow rivers, allowing their ships to reach the heart of cities like Berlin or Prague where traditional vessels cannot go.
