Pets on board

Question 1

All boats have special inside or outside cabins that can accommodate pets. These cabins offer the same service as normal cabins, but have linoleum floors, odor ducts and pads that ensure the best possible care and hygiene. Up to 3 pets can be accommodated with their owner in a pet-friendly cabin.

There is only a limited number of these cabins. Check availability directly online. If you do not find the "animal cabin" accommodation, then there is no such cabin for the requested date.

An additional charge may be made for accommodation of pets in cabins at the time of booking or when checking in at the port office.

Accepted Answer

All boats have special inside or outside cabins that can accommodate pets. These cabins offer the same service as normal cabins, but have linoleum floors, odor ducts and pads that ensure the best possible care and hygiene. Up to 3 pets can be accommodated with their owner in a pet-friendly cabin.

There is only a limited number of these cabins. Check availability directly online. If you do not find the "animal cabin" accommodation, then there is no such cabin for the requested date.

An additional charge may be made for accommodation of pets in cabins at the time of booking or when checking in at the port office.

Question 2

You can easily bring your pet with you. Your four-legged friend is always welcome on the ferries! However, a valid pet passport is required.

Modern ferries are equipped to ensure you can travel safely and comfortably with your pet. It is important to follow the instructions for animals on board and to remember that your pet also needs a ticket.

Passengers must indicate, at check-in at the port or when boarding, if they will be accompanied by an animal during the ferry crossing.

Note: Owners are fully responsible for the proper care of their pet and for any damage caused to people, property or other animals. It is recommended that your pet fast for two hours before departure, provide water and avoid sudden temperature changes.

Accepted Answer

You can easily bring your pet with you. Your four-legged friend is always welcome on the ferries! However, a valid pet passport is required.

Modern ferries are equipped to ensure you can travel safely and comfortably with your pet. It is important to follow the instructions for animals on board and to remember that your pet also needs a ticket.

Passengers must indicate, at check-in at the port or when boarding, if they will be accompanied by an animal during the ferry crossing.

Note: Owners are fully responsible for the proper care of their pet and for any damage caused to people, property or other animals. It is recommended that your pet fast for two hours before departure, provide water and avoid sudden temperature changes.

Question 3

Animals are welcome to move freely on the ship's outer decks with their owners, but must be kept on a leash and, if necessary, muzzled. They are not permitted in restaurants, lounges, or other enclosed areas where passengers are present. Only certified service animals and pets traveling in large, well-ventilated, and sturdy carriers are allowed inside the ship.

Small pets such as dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, small birds, and fish must be transported in a cage or suitable container. Special accommodations are available on board for larger pets during the voyage.

All ships have designated areas with kennels (boxes) for pets. These areas are also suitable for feeding and keeping pets fresh.

An additional fee may be charged for kennel use, either at the time of booking or upon check-in at the port.

Pets are generally not permitted to be left in parked vehicles in the ship's garage.

Accepted Answer

Animals are welcome to move freely on the ship's outer decks with their owners, but must be kept on a leash and, if necessary, muzzled. They are not permitted in restaurants, lounges, or other enclosed areas where passengers are present. Only certified service animals and pets traveling in large, well-ventilated, and sturdy carriers are allowed inside the ship.

Small pets such as dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, small birds, and fish must be transported in a cage or suitable container. Special accommodations are available on board for larger pets during the voyage.

All ships have designated areas with kennels (boxes) for pets. These areas are also suitable for feeding and keeping pets fresh.

An additional fee may be charged for kennel use, either at the time of booking or upon check-in at the port.

Pets are generally not permitted to be left in parked vehicles in the ship's garage.

Question 4

Disabled passengers accompanied by specially trained domestic animals must have the relevant and valid documents/certificates allowing the animal to remain with the owner throughout the crossing and to accompany him at all times in all areas of the ship.

Accepted Answer

Disabled passengers accompanied by specially trained domestic animals must have the relevant and valid documents/certificates allowing the animal to remain with the owner throughout the crossing and to accompany him at all times in all areas of the ship.

Question 5

Depending on the destination – domestic, Schengen/non-Schengen countries or from a third country to an EU member state – the following rules apply:

Domestic travel

For travel within the same country, the following documents are mandatory:

Pet Registry & Identification: Proof of registration in the pet registry, evidenced by a registered microchip
Health Documentation: A valid Health Certificate issued by a veterinarian

From Schengen/non-Schengen countries

When traveling with pets between Schengen countries or from a Schengen country to a non-Schengen country, you must present:

Pet Passport: A valid, official pet passport

From Non-EU (3rd) countries to an EU member state

If you are traveling with a pet from a non-EU (3rd) country to an EU member state, the following documentation must be presented upon embarkation:

Registration in the pet registry (registered microchip or clearly legible tattoo)
Health certificate in accordance with Annex IV of Implementing Regulation (EU) No 577/2013
Copy of the certificate with electronic animal data
Copy of the rabies vaccination certificate
In addition to vaccination, pets must undergo an "antibody titration." This requires a specific test in an EU-approved laboratory at least one month after rabies vaccination to determine whether a minimum level of protection (above 0.5 µl/ml) has been achieved
The test result must be presented along with the documentation required for embarkation, and the minimum level of protection must be recorded in the veterinary certificate or pet passport

Note: According to an official announcement from the Tunisian Ministry of Transport (OMMP), it is expressly forbidden to bring dogs of the following breeds on ferries to Tunisia: Pit Bull, Rottweiler, Tosa, Mastiff and Boer Bull. If this prohibition is not observed, the pet will not be allowed on board.

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