Cherbourg-Rosslare (Celticlink) - Cherbourg-Rosslare (Celticlink)

The route Cherbourg-Rosslare (Celticlink) and back is a ferry connection from Cherbourg-Octeville in France to Rosslare, Ireland, of the Irish company Celtic Link Ferries Limited.

background

  • The ship "Diplomat" sails up to three times a week, it carries the flag of Bermuda. The journey time is 20 hours. It is a rather small ship with around 50 seats. The line obviously specializes in freight, especially unaccompanied truck trailers. Motor vehicles are transported with and without passengers, i.e. no pedestrians or cyclists. Online booking is possible for vehicles up to 11.5 m in length with passengers. Celtic Link does not have a counter in the Rosslare terminal, but in the Cherbourg terminal. Booking without a cabin is not possible.
  • From the current site 2010 it can be seen that a larger ship is on the way. If necessary, the article can be added by other passengers!

preparation

  • Online booking at www.celticlinkferries.com is common. If you book online with a credit card, you will be billed in a foreign currency (not in EURO). All passengers need valid identification documents. You should reach the check-in points 60 minutes before the scheduled departure.
  • It is advisable to bring cold drinks and some food with you.
  • A small piece of hand luggage should be prepared for the stay on board. You have to vacate your cabin early and then you are not allowed to bring your luggage to the vehicle.

getting there

  • Cherbourg-Octeville: The autobahn out Rouen to Caen is subject to toll; It is worth considering switching to the national road. The ferry port is well signposted.
  • Rosslare Europort: Rosslare Europort is the end point of the N 25 (from Cork); from Dublin take the N 11 to Wexford. The ferry port is well signposted.

Route

Check in Cherbourg-Octeville

You can park your vehicle at the terminal for several hours and take a short walk to Cherbourg; There are also restaurants of all kinds there.

The Celticlink counter is manned three hours before departure. The boarding papers are to be picked up there. There is a toilet and a bar in the terminal.

You can expect multiple waiting times when checking in; you can watch the loading and unloading.

Ship route

You pass in sight Alderney and Cornwall. The journey takes about 20 hours.

Check out in Rosslare

Rosslare is an external Schengen border, so customs controls can be expected. When entering the Irish traffic system, you should set your vehicle for left-hand traffic (mirrors, lights). Above the exit there is a gas station with a small supermarket (approx. 500 m).

Check in Rosslare Europort

You can only park your vehicle unattended for 30 minutes at the free car park at the terminal. Celticlink does not have a counter in the terminal. Information can be obtained from the port information. There are toilets and restaurants in the terminal. You will receive your boarding papers when you check in. Waiting times are to be expected.

Check out in Cherbourg-Octeville

When entering the continental traffic system, you should set your vehicle for right-hand traffic (mirrors, lights).

Equipment / service

  • Cabins and vehicles remain well above the waterline.
  • Driving and machine noises are to be expected in the cabins.
  • Two to three meals are served on board. They are included in the price. Coffee is also free outside of meals. Other drinks are sold at the bar.
  • There is no shop available / open.

Hints

  • The language on board is English. Some oral and written notes will be translated into French. Occasionally, written information is also given in other European languages. Much of the information - including those relevant to security - is not translated.
  • The currency on board is the EURO.

costs

  • Example of a price calculation: outward journey in May, return journey in June 2008 with 2 people in a small car sharing a cabin on board: 523 EUR.
  • Beer costs EUR 4.50. Wine (Chile, Australia, South Africa) is only sold in 0.70 l bottles, at 12 EUR.
  • Parking fee in Rosslare Europort: EUR 3.00 if you do not use the short-term parking zone.

accommodation

In the vicinity of both port cities there are hotels and guest houses within sight of the feeder roads.

trips

  • Expect delays of up to three hours.

literature

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