Ave Maria Portegrandi

12 cabins / 3 decks

The Ave Maria Portegrandi is a modern electric river barge, built in Italy and designed to cruise the quieter waterways between Mantua, Venice, and Grado. Combining contemporary innovation with environmental awareness, it offers a smooth, quiet, and low-emission journey, making for a more peaceful and sustainable way to explore these beautiful regions.

Facts

Boat size: 36 m / 118 ft
Width: 6.30 m / 21 ft
Passengers: Up to 24
Number of cabins: 12
Cabin categories: Double / Twin (Categories B and C)
WiFi: Free WiFi on board
Electricity: 220V / 50Hz (Schuko sockets)

Boat overview

Panoramic, air-conditioned saloon with 270° views
Dining area and relaxation lounge
Coffee, cappuccino, and hot chocolate machine available all day
80” multimedia screen
Board games, books, and travel guides
Sundeck with tables, chairs, and deckchairs for sailing, outdoor dining, and socializing
Dedicated bike storage with secure locking system (e-bikes can be recharged)
Free WiFi available on board
Non-smoking indoors; smoking permitted only on outdoor deck areas

Cabin features

All cabins are bright, spacious, and designed for comfort and practicality. They include a private bathroom with shower, individually controlled air-conditioning, safe, hair dryer, and large windows. Beds are low and comfortable and can be arranged as one double bed or two separate beds. Sheets and towels are provided, and a mid-week cabin cleaning service with towel change is included.

Each cabin also features ample luggage storage under the beds and a courtesy kit with solid soap, shampoo, and shower cap.

Cabin layout:

12 double/twin cabins (approx. 11 m² / 118 ft²)
4 cabins can accommodate additional guests with extra bunk beds

Food and Beverages

Onboard meals are freshly prepared using local ingredients and traditional Italian recipes.

Breakfast: Rich buffet with sweet and savory options, coffee and hot drinks, juices, and fresh fruit
Lunch: Packed lunch prepared by guests during breakfast using fresh ingredients
Afternoon snack: Light snack such as cake or fruit, with coffee, cappuccino, chocolate, or tea
Dinner: Three-course dinner featuring typical Italian cuisine, accompanied by a selection of Italian wines

Special diets: Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meals can be accommodated if advised at the time of booking. Please note that non-contamination cannot be guaranteed, and serious allergies cannot be accommodated.