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BARGE CRUISES IN NORTHERN BURGUNDY
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Only two hours from Paris, the canals of Northern Burgundy are not only beautiful but accessible too! Burgundy is the land of world class wines, historic chateaux, rolling hills and the prettiest medieval villages you can imagine. Surrounding the entire region is a ribbon of canals and rivers winding through unspoiled pastures and vineyards, quiet hamlets and bustling market towns. With unrivaled natural beauty, gourmet food and famous wines, the northern Burgundy region is one of the most popular and accessible areas for the ultimate barge cruise.
Bisecting the Burgundy countryside, the Nivernais Canal is one of our favorites for beauty, lovely stone villages, green pastures and untouched rural life. Highlights of a barge cruise on the Nivernais Canal are the convenient and interesting excursions such as nearby Auxerre, Vezelay, Chablis, Avalon, and the many opportunities for wine tasting. What a treat!
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Elisabeth 6 pax First Class |
Upper Burgundy Canal |
ELISABETH is an excellent charter for family and friends. The hospitable owners operate the barge with an excellent chef on board. Their special Wine and Chocolate cruise has been a hit. Cabins approx. 103 sq. ft. Includes Paris transfer. |
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L'Art de Vivre 8 pax First Class |
Nivernais Canal |
L’ART DE VIVRE cruises in Northern Burgundy on the beautiful and ancient Nivernais Canal. Renovated in 2009, it has an inviting salon and dining area with large windows. Cabins of 100-110 sq. ft. offer a choice of twin beds or queen bed and have newly tiled ensuite bathrooms with shower. The sundeck has comfortable furniture and hot tub. One lunch on shore is included. Train not included. |
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Luciole 14 pax First Class |
Nivernais Canal |
LUCIOLE cruises the beautiful Nivernais Canal, one of the oldest in France with rolling green hills, pretty villages and views of the meandering Yonne River. It is a relaxed, comfortable barge with large picture windows in the open salon and dining area. 3 twin or queen cabins, 3 twin cabins 108 sq. ft and 2 single cabins 67 sq. ft. Includes Paris transfers to and from the barge. |
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Absoluut2 8 pax Deluxe |
Northern Burgundy Variety of itineraries |
ABSOLUUT2 offers spring tulip cruises in Holland before coming to northern Burgundy for summer and fall. It has contemporary décor with suites of 111-167 sq. ft. Large windows afford great viewing with an open floor plan and hot tub on deck. Owner John Baker is on board to welcome guests. Includes Paris transfer. |
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Savoir Faire 12 pax Deluxe |
Yonne River Upper Burgundy Canal |
SAVOIR FAIRE is a beautiful spacious barge with large salon with piano, separate cocktail lounge, dining room and 3 outdoor decks. 5 cabins are 116 sq. ft, 1 cabin is 142 sq. ft. Owners Chris and Fran Bennett operate the barge with style and warm hospitality. Includes Paris transfer. |
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La Belle Epoque 13 pax Deluxe |
Upper Burgundy Canal |
LA BELLE EPOQUE cruises on a pastoral, rural canal passing through picturesque villages. The excursions include a beautiful chateau, abbey, wine tasting and more. Open salon, bar and dining area with large windows. 2 suites 165 and 150 sq ft; 4 junior suites 110-124 sq ft; 1 single cabin 90 sq ft with twin bed. Train not included. |
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La Nouvelle Etoile 8 pax Ultra Deluxe |
Paris to Auxerre Rivers Seine and Yonne |
LA NOUVELLE ETOILE, a state-of-the-art barge owned and operated by experienced hosts Jan & Diana Meijer. Elevator, wheelchair access, double sinks, oversized showers, computers, washer & dryer make this guest friendly and luxurious. This is an exquisite barge experience. Suites 200 sq. ft. Includes Paris transfer. |
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 Burgundy Map Courtesy of European Waterways
Master List of Barges by region with number of passengers, category and day of departure. Cruises are 6 nights. Cruising season is March through October.
Northern Burgundy, France Elisabeth (6) First Class, Saturday L'Art de Vivre (8), First Class, Sunday Luciole (14) First Class, Sunday Absoluut2 (8) Deluxe, Sunday Savoir Faire (12) Deluxe, Sunday La Belle Epoque (13) Deluxe, Sunday La Nouvelle Etoile (8) Ultra Deluxe, Sunday
Southern Burgundy, France Bonheur (4) Moderate Class, Sunday Caprice (21) Moderate Class, Saturday Savoir Vivre (8), Moderate Class, Sunday Fandango (4-6) Deluxe, Sunday L'Impressionniste (13) Deluxe, Sunday Saroche (6) Deluxe, Sunday Fleur de Lys (6), Ultra Deluxe, Sunday Prosperite (8) Ultra Deluxe, Sunday Le Premier - no longer in service Litote - no longer in service Libellule - no longer in service
Canal du Midi, France Emma (6) First Class, Saturday Anjodi (8) First Class, Sunday Athos (10) First Class, Sunday Fandango (6) Deluxe, Sunday Tango (8) Deluxe, Sunday Enchante (8) Ultra Deluxe, Sunday Roi Soleil (6) Ultra Deluxe, Sunday
Provence, France L'Etoile (7-8) First Class, Sunday Esperance (6) Deluxe, Sunday Le Phenicien (18) Deluxe, Sunday Saroche (6) Deluxe, Sunday Enchante (8) Ultra Deluxe, Sunday Napoleon (12) Ultra Deluxe, Sunday Roi Soleil (6) Ultra Deluxe, Sunday
Upper Loire, France Hirondelle (8) Deluxe, Sunday Meanderer (6) Deluxe, Sunday Renaissance (8) Ultra Deluxe, Sunday
Alsace, Champagne, Paris; France Lorraine (22) Moderate, Saturday La Nouvelle Etoile (8) Ultra Deluxe, Sunday Anacoluthe - no longer in service
Holland, Belgium, Germany Absoluut2 (8) Deluxe, Sunday Savoir Faire (12) Deluxe, Sunday La Nouvelle Etoile (8) Ultra Deluxe, Sunday
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