AIDAnova Remains in Zeebrugge Due to Strikes – Itinerary Adjusted as French Port Call Cancelled

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AIDAnova Extends Stay in Zeebrugge – French Strikes Force Itinerary Change
On Wednesday, 2 April 2025, the cruise ship AIDAnova remained docked in Zeebrugge, Belgium, instead of proceeding to its scheduled stop in Cherbourg, France. The change was caused by strikes in France, which made the planned port call impossible. As a result, the week-long voyage from 29 March to 5 April 2025 now includes only three ports instead of the originally planned four.

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Passengers now have more time in Zeebrugge than initially expected. The previous day, they were able to enjoy extended shore excursions into the evening, and the ship is now spending an additional day in the Belgian port.

All pre-booked excursions in Cherbourg have been cancelled due to the itinerary adjustment. As per standard policy, AIDA Cruises will automatically cancel these tours free of charge and refund any payments made. The cruise line often arranges alternative excursions in replacement ports when possible.

This voyage marks the third-to-last departure from Hamburg for AIDAnova in the 2024/25 winter season. Since December, the distinctive "Kissing Lips" ship has been operating weekly cruises to Scandinavia, Southern Norway, and major European cities. Before Easter, two more trips are scheduled—one to Southern Norway and another metropolitan route. Afterwards, the ship will reposition to Kiel for the summer season.

Original Itinerary (29 March – 5 April 2025):
Hamburg – Sea Day – Rotterdam – Zeebrugge – Cherbourg – Southampton – Sea Day – Hamburg

Revised Itinerary (29 March – 5 April 2025):
Hamburg – Sea Day – Rotterdam – Zeebrugge – Zeebrugge – Southampton – Sea Day – Hamburgv