For a cruise from Le Havre, ships dock at the Le Havre Verrazzano cruise terminals on the Pointe de Floride, quai Roger Meunier. The site has three new terminals. By car, follow “Car-Ferries” then “Terminal Croisière”; by bus, take line 18 from the station. The terminals’ car park, with about 100 spaces, must be booked in advance.
Le Havre is above all a port of call: many ships stop for a day while passengers visit the city or head to Paris and Normandy. But it is also a genuine departure port. The website of Le Havre Croisières, which operates the terminals, reports 61,930 embarking and disembarking passengers and 20 cruise lines welcomed in its figures for the year. MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line and Costa Cruises offer departures there. Here is how to prepare.
Embarking at Le Havre at a glance
- Terminals Le Havre Verrazzano, terminals 1, 2 and 3, Pointe de Floride
- GPS address quai Roger Meunier, 76600 Le Havre
- By car follow “Car-Ferries”, then “Terminal Croisière / Cruise Terminal”
- By bus line 18 from Le Havre station, every 30 minutes, stop “Terminal Croisières”
- By taxi about €10 to €12 from the city center, around ten minutes
- Parking about 100 covered spaces, advance booking compulsory at least 2 working days beforehand
- Lines departing MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Costa Cruises
The Le Havre cruise terminals
The terminals are at the Pointe de Floride, at the harbor entrance, about a 20-minute walk from the city center according to Le Havre Croisières. The site was redeveloped with the construction of three new terminals. Each terminal has signed boarding and disembarkation areas and dedicated vehicle access.
| Terminal | Quay | Published features |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal 1 | Roger Meunier (450 m / 1,476 ft) | 7,295 m² (78,525 sq ft); roof terrace open to everyone; shore power planned by the end of 2026 |
| Terminal 2 | Pierre Callet (600 m / 1,969 ft) | Terminals 2 and 3: 7,231 m² (77,836 sq ft) in total; shore power in service; houses the cruise passenger car park |
| Terminal 3 | Joannes Couvert (500 m / 1,640 ft) | Shore power from September 2026 |
Quay electrification allows ships to switch off their auxiliary engines while in port. HAROPA PORT is carrying out this project, called RENAQ: after the Pierre Callet quay, work began in July 2025 on the Roger Meunier quay. It is not a detail for passengers: less noise and fewer fumes around the terminals and the city center.
On-site services
According to the Le Havre Croisières FAQ, there is a shop in terminal 1 and in terminals 2 and 3. PABLO tax-refund kiosks are available. However, there is no currency exchange office (the nearest is in the city center) and no left-luggage service in the terminals: you cannot leave a suitcase there while waiting for a train. At each port call, the Le Havre Étretat Tourist Office provides a welcome desk and offers 2-hour and 4-hour city discovery tours. These tours can extend as far as the cliffs: our guide on what to do in Étretat helps you plan this stop.
Getting to the Le Havre cruise terminal
By car
From the edge of town, follow “Car-Ferries”, then the signs for “Terminal Croisière / Cruise Terminal”. For a GPS, enter quai Roger Meunier, 76600 Le Havre. If you are parking at the cruise car park, then follow the “Parking terminaux 2 & 3” signs (published coordinates: 49.48034, 0.113246).
By train, then bus or taxi
Le Havre has a direct train link to Paris Saint-Lazare; check times and journey durations on SNCF Connect. From Le Havre station, Le Havre Croisières gives two options:
- Bus line 18, every 30 minutes, to the “Terminal Croisières” stop, then about a 5-minute walk.
- Taxi from the city center: about €10 to €12 for a vehicle carrying up to 4 people, for a journey of around ten minutes.
Taxis have drop-off zones right next to the terminals. Ride-hailing cars (known in France as VTC) can also enter the site, but each driver must hold an access permit requested from Le Havre Croisières at least 24 hours in advance: if you book a ride-hailing car, check that your driver has done this.
By coach transfer
Coaches have dedicated parking areas near the terminals. If you are traveling in from another city, ask your cruise line whether it offers a transfer: with suitcases, it is often simpler than a train plus bus journey.
Cruise parking at Le Havre: booking compulsory
Unlike Marseille, the car park at the Le Havre Verrazzano terminals is small: about 100 spaces. It is covered, under 24-hour video surveillance, and located within terminals 2 and 3. It is open only to cruise passengers, and only on port-call days. Here are the terms published by Le Havre Croisières as of 5 October 2026; check the rates again on their “Practical information” page before you travel.
| Point | What Le Havre Croisières says |
|---|---|
| Rate | €15 per day; €150 flat rate for 10 to 30 days |
| Booking | Compulsory, via a form, at least 2 working days (48 h) before the port call; same-day requests refused |
| Confirmation | By email after processing; without this email, no space is guaranteed |
| Payment | On site, at the terminal shop, before collecting the vehicle; cash or bank card; nothing online |
| Vehicles accepted | Cars and light vans (petrol/diesel, hybrid, electric), height under 2.50 m (8 ft 2 in), gross weight under 3.5 t |
| Not accepted | Motorhomes and unconventional vehicles |
| Reduced mobility | Reserved spaces, to be flagged when pre-booking |
If your ship returns late, the payment is adjusted to the actual parking time. The confirmation email may be requested by the security officer at the entrance; showing it on your phone is enough. If you are traveling by motorhome, contact Le Havre Croisières for an alternative solution.
Which cruises leave from Le Havre?
Le Havre Croisières is not a travel agency: it operates the terminals but does not sell cruises. Its FAQ names MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line and Costa Cruises among the lines offering departures from Le Havre. Itineraries can be found on their websites.
Le Havre looks mainly north. Between November and April, MSC Cruises offers cruises there to Northern European capitals, which it calls the “Northern Pearls”. In summer, departures to the fjords of Norway, the British Isles or the Baltic depend on each line’s programs and change from year to year. For summer, see our guide to cruises to Norway and the fjords.
A busy port of call
According to HAROPA PORT, the GIP Le Havre Croisières expected 137 port calls at Le Havre in 2026, including seven inaugural calls (Majestic Princess, Mein Schiff Relax, Liberty of the Seas, Seven Seas Navigator, Crystal Serenity, Viking Mira and Viking Vela). The schedule published by Le Havre Croisières for October 2026 shows the variety of lines: AIDA Cruises, TUI Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Oceania Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, P&O Cruises and MSC. Most of these ships are calling in; only some sailings allow you to embark at Le Havre.
| Cruise line | Role at Le Havre (according to the sources viewed) |
|---|---|
| MSC Cruises | Departures between November and April to Northern Europe |
| Costa Cruises | Named by Le Havre Croisières among the lines departing from Le Havre |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | Named among the departing lines; Norwegian Sun calling on 13 October 2026 |
| Royal Caribbean, AIDA, TUI Cruises, P&O, Oceania… | Port calls listed in the October 2026 schedule |
Entry requirements: what the port reminds you
The “Embark / Disembark at Le Havre” page of Le Havre Croisières gives useful reminders:
- Your identity documents must be valid; the cruise line may ask for more.
- A valid passport is compulsory for all cruises calling outside the Schengen area. A visa may be required depending on your nationality and the ports of call.
- Port call in the United Kingdom: since 2 April 2025, an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) has been required to enter the United Kingdom. It is requested through the official UK ETA app or the UK government website.
- All travelers go through a border check on entering and leaving the Schengen area, in addition to the security check of hand baggage.
- The French Vigipirate security plan may lead to random checks and longer waiting times.
These are the port’s general reminders, not a statement of what applies to your nationality. US and UK citizens should check the entry requirements for every country on the itinerary on the official government sites (travel.state.gov for the US, GOV.UK for the UK) and with the cruise line before departure.
Label your suitcases with your name, cabin number and a phone number. They are scanned, then taken to your cabin. Keep papers, medication and valuables in your hand baggage.
Where to stay in Le Havre before embarking
Arriving the day before is prudent if you are coming from far away or by train. Two areas are convenient:
- The rebuilt city center: about a 20-minute walk from the terminal according to Le Havre Croisières, or a few minutes by taxi. It is also the UNESCO-listed district, ideal for an evening.
- Around the station: practical if you arrive late, with line 18 to the terminals the next day.
For the rest of your preparation, from cabin to budget, see our guide to choosing a cruise. If you prefer the Mediterranean, departures from Marseille offer many more dates throughout the year.
Also read: our cruises in Europe and our cruise line comparison.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Le Havre cruise terminal?
The Le Havre Verrazzano terminals are at the Pointe de Floride. For a GPS, enter quai Roger Meunier, 76600 Le Havre. By car, follow “Car-Ferries” then “Terminal Croisière”.
How do you get from Le Havre station to the cruise terminal?
Take bus line 18, which leaves the station every 30 minutes, to the “Terminal Croisières” stop, then walk about 5 minutes. By taxi, allow about €10 to €12 from the city center.
Is parking at the Le Havre cruise terminal paid?
Yes. As of 5 October 2026, Le Havre Croisières showed €15 per day and a €150 flat rate for 10 to 30 days, payable on site in cash or by card.
Do you need to book parking at Le Havre?
Yes, advance booking is compulsory, at least 2 working days before the port call, via the Le Havre Croisières form. Without a confirmation email, no space is guaranteed.
Which cruise lines leave from Le Havre?
Le Havre Croisières names MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line and Costa Cruises. MSC offers cruises to Northern Europe there between November and April.
Can you leave luggage at the terminal?
No. Le Havre Croisières states that no left-luggage service is offered in the terminals.
Which destinations leave from Le Havre?
Mostly Northern Europe: from November to April, MSC offers cruises to Northern European capitals. In summer, departures to the fjords of Norway, the British Isles or the Baltic depend on each line’s programs.
Our sources
- Le Havre Croisières (lehavrecroisieres.com): home page, Terminals, Terminals 1, 2 and 3, Embark / Disembark at Le Havre, Parking (practical information), FAQ, Taxis-ride-hailing-coaches and port-call schedule, viewed 5 October 2026
- HAROPA PORT (haropaport.com): “Maritime cruise: more than 200 port calls expected in 2026”, published 21 January 2026
- MSC Cruises (msccroisieres.fr): “Cruises from France” and “Cruises from Le Havre” pages
- Our methodology
Updated October 2026.