Hotel Barge Panache cruising through the enchanting town of Saverne in Alsace-Lorraine
- Hotel barge Panache cruising through the enchanting town of Saverne in Alsace-Lorraine where history traces back over 2,000 years to the Gallo-Roman Times, mooring at the foot of the Château de Rohan, also known as the 'Versailles of Alsace'. After lunch we enjoy a scenic drive into the rolling Vosges hills on the Route des Grands Crus, followed by a private tasting of Gewürztraminer, Pinot Noir and Riesling wines.
In the Summer and Autumn, Panache cruises the beautiful waterways of Alsace- Lorraine. It is a region in Eastern France with a unique mix of French and German cultures, Baroque and Romanesque architecture, storybook villages, diverse culinary specialities and wonderful white wines.
During our voyage we visit historic landmarks such as Strasbourg's majestic Gothic cathedral and the enchanting village of Saverne where history traces back over 20 centuries to the Gallo-Roman times. We also tour fascinating places such as Sarrebourg with its museum and the chapel containing Marc Chagall's stunning stained glass windows, and visit the outstanding René Lalique collection of Nouveau and Art Deco glassware, chandelier and designs. We explore the rolling Vosges hills on the Route des Grands Crus, where the finest wines in Alsace are produced and of course experience an ascent or descent aboard the barge of the dramatic 'boat elevator' at Arzviller.
Panache is a stylish twelve passenger hotel barge, with spacious public areas and six comfortable double or twin en suite cabins. All the bathrooms have twin handbasins and oversized showers with massage jets. There are panoramic windows in the saloon and the barge has been fitted out in traditional yacht style with brass and mahogany fittings. A large sun deck and spa pool, plus 12 bicycles for guests' use to explore the towpath complete the picture.
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Chapelle Saint Aurelien
Musee National Adrien Dubouche
Cathedrale St-Etienne
Oradour-sur-Glane old town
Gare de Limoges
Jardins de l'Eveche
Quartier de la Boucherie
Musee Beaux Arts
Musee de la Resistance
Parc Zoo du Reynou
Experience the Champagne Region in France aboard Hotel Barge Panache
Few places on Earth can boast the name recognition of Champagne in France. This renowned region, famous for the sparkling white wine that bears its name, is also the birthplace of chivalric romance and has been at the crossroads of Europe since Roman times. You can taste the history, heritage and culture in every glass.
The Champagne cruise takes guests along the River Marne through the heart of the Champagne region. Excursions include a visit to La Maison Pannier, a renowned champagne house founded in 1899, where guests will be treated to an exclusive tour of its labyrinth-like cellars and a private tasting. Guests will also enjoy a tour and tasting at another select champagne house, Domaine Ployez-Jacquemart, near Reims, established in 1930 by Marcel Ployez and his wife Yvonne Jacquemart.
The cruise, in which vineyards come down to the water’s edge, also includes a tour of the village of Hautvillers, known as the “cradle of Champagne”. It is here that almost 350 years ago, the monk Dom Perignon discovered the “méthode champenoise,” a special – and many consider the best – way of getting the “sparkle” into the wine, and guests will enjoy a “degustation” of champagnes at a delightful boutique. The magnificent Baroque Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte is also on the itinerary, as is a visit to the city of Reims with its Gothic cathedral where 25 Kings of France were crowned.
The Champagne region of France features the stunning landscapes that inspired Impressionist artists such as Renoir. Today it continues to draw visitors and wine aficionados from around the world who wish to sample the famous product that sets the gold standard for sparkling wines.
The River Marne flows from Epernay to Paris, meandering through the beautiful region of Champagne. There is a plethora of vineyards spread across the undulating plains as far as the eye can see and there will be plenty of opportunity to sample the sparkling wine to which the region has given its name, including private tastings at renowned champagne houses.
This is also a part of France that is rich in both modern and ancient history and during our voyage we visit a number of significant landmarks, châteaux and one of the finest Gothic cathedrals in the country where 25 kings of France were crowned.
As well as Champagne, the region is rich in other delicious products, particularly its wonderful creamy cheeses, with the towns of Meaux and Coulommiers at its heart.
Cruise Highlights
• Enjoy private winery tours and tastings at renowned Champagne houses such as Maison Pannier
• Visit the village of Hautvillers where Dom Perignon discovered the Méthode Champenoise
• Tour the majestic cathedral in Reims, where the Kings of France were once crowned
• Cruise the pretty River Marne past waterside vineyards
• Visit the Champagne 'capital' of Epernay for a cellar tour and private tasting
• Visit Château-Thierry, the scene of fierce battles in World War I, and Belleau Wood
What is hotel barging?
Despite the growing popularity of cruising, especiallly on large river vessels, hotel barging is still a little known niche concept. Most hotel barges started life as cargo vessels but have since been painstakingly converted to offer luxury boutique accommodation for small groups of up to 20 passengers.
This is cruising, but in a very different style to ships plying the big rivers or oceans. The pace is slow, with a 6 day cruise covering maybe just 50 miles along a rural canal. Passengers can walk or bike the towpaths as their floating hotel glides gently along. Guests enjoy an intimate atmosphere, high levels of personal service and immersion into the culture, history and gastronomy of regions of Europe such as Burgundy, the Midi, or the Italian Veneto.
Every day there is an excursion, perhaps to a chateau, a vineyard for a wine tasting, or some other ‘off the beaten track’ location. About half of European Waterways’ bookings are for whole boat charters, ideal for families. Otherwise, clients book a cabin to join other like-minded people. A ‘slow boat’ European Waterways barge cruise offers the ultimate in experiential travel. A truly unique experience!
European Waterways offer luxury hotel barge cruises on the beautiful canals and rivers of Europe, such as through Burgundy, the Midi, Alsace, the Po Valley, Holland and the Scottish Highlands.
The exclusive collection of hotel barges accommodate up to 20 passengers who may charter a whole barge with family or friends, or join a small group of like-minded travellers on an individual cabin basis.
Each barge is fully crewed with a Captain, chef, hostesses, deck-hand and tour guide. The 6-night cruises include gourmet meals, fine wines, open bar, excursions and the use of facilities such as bicycles and spa pools.
Our Canal Cruise In Alsace, France
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FRANCE Eguisheim, Alsace (hd-video)
Reupload because of music rights claim.
Small village in north-eastern France.
Historical buildings in a traffic-free area.
Music now by Stefano Mocini (Lakota's Spirit)
Zeppelin NT - Bodensee/Lake Constance - Travels in Europe
From Nuno's Travels and Photos
Zeppelin NT
Friedrichshafen Airport
Germany
July 2012
Zeppelin NT arriving, taking passengers and departing from Friedrichshafen Airport.
In 1993 the Zeppelin manufacturing company Luftschiffbau Zeppelin (LZ) was re-established and in 2001 a commercial airline Deutsche Zeppelin Reederei (DZR) began flying passenger service from Friedrichshafen Airport.
The Bodensee (in German meaning the bottom lake), also know as Lake Constance is a lake on the Rhine river between Germany, Switzerland and Austria near the Alps.
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Photos, Videos and Maps about travels in Europe.
From the snowy mountains of Switzerland and the hills of England to the beaches of Portugal and the Fairy Tale Castles of Germany. Europe at your fingertips!
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Venice - Venedig - Veneza - Venize
Canal Grande, Cannaregio, San Marco, Castello, San Polo
Italy Italien Italia Italie
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Algarve
Albufeira, Armação de Pêra, Tavira, Lagos, Carvoeiro, Rocha Beach
Portugal
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Jungfrau Ski Region - Domaine Skiable de Jungfrau - Jungfrauskigebiet - Estância de Ski de Jungfrau Grindelwald, Wengen,
Lauterbrunnen, Kleine Scheidegg, Mürren, Männlichen
Switzerland
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Ski Week in Val d'Isère
Val d'Isère, Tignes
France
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Lake Constance - Bodensee
Meersburg, Friedrichshafen, Konstanz, St. Gallen, Lindau Island, Mainau Island, Überlingen, Ravensburg
Germany, Switzerland, Austria
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Europa Park
Germany
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Summer in Portugal
Évora, Estoril, Cascais, Monsaraz, Caparica Beach/Praia de Caparica, Cascais, Vieira Beach/Praia da Vieira, Ervideira
Lagoon/Lagoa de Ervideira
Portugal
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Lake District & North of England
Lake Windermere, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Milnthorpe, Edgworth, Anderton Boat Lift, Trent and Mersey Canal, Northwich
United Kingdom
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Baden-Baden with Snow
Germany
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Düsseldorf
Schlossturm, Altstadt, Düsseldorf-Hafen, Neuer Zollhof, The Colorium, Rheinturm
Germany
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Horse Race in Iffezheim
Iffezheim Horse Race Track
Germany
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Steam Trains in Ettlingen
Ettlingen
Germany
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Castle Hohenzollern and Tübingen
Castle Hohenzollern, Zeller Horn, Tübingen, Castle Hohentübingen
Germany
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Christmas in England
Grassington, Yorkshire Dales National Park, Burnsall, Kilnsey Park and Crag
United Kingdom
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Belgian Coast
Nieuwpoort, De Panne, Dumont District, Ghent
Belgium
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Interlaken
Interlaken, Böningenm Meiringen, Schilthorn, Piz Gloria, Harder Kulm, Thunersee, Oberhofen Castle, Beatenberg, Brienzersee,
Goldswil
Switzerland
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Steam Train from Ettlingen to Bad Herrenalb
Ettlingen, Bad Herrenalb
Germany
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Alsace & Black Forest
Saverne, Gernsbach, Ribeauville, Karlsruhe
France, Germany
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Ski Week in Andorra
Andorra la Vella, Madrid, Pas de la Casa, El Tarter, Soldeu
Andorra, Spain
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Weekend in Bad Wildbad
Bad Wildbad
Germany
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Weekend in Barr
Barr, Mont Sainte-Odile, Obernai
France
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Christmas in Portugal
São Pedro do Estoril, Estoril, Cascais, Peninsula de Troia, Sintra, Lisboa
Portugal
Strasbourg beautiful city in France. Gare centrale
Strasbourg beautiful city in France. Gare centrale
Stazione centrale di Strasburgo molto imponente da fuori con un muro di vetro che ha ampliato la vecchia stazione da visitare
Viaggio durante la vacanze natalizie
Sehenswürdigkeiten in Straßburg - ein Reiseführer
Ein Reiseführer durch Strasbourg, Frankreich - viele Sehenswürdigkeiten!
Eine schöne Stadt, nur leider etwas touristisch. Eine Bootstour auf der L'ill ist sicher auch etwas tolles. Man sieht sehr viele Schwäne.
Der Dom (Notre Dame) ist architektoisch ein Meisterwerk!
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Travel Guide of Strasbourg, France with all the great sights. Enjoy your vacation!
Cruise Bordeaux aboard Hotel Barge Rosa | European Waterways
The Bordeaux region, with its special ‘terroir’, has been producing wine for around 2,000 years and some of the château estates have gained worldwide recognition for their superb and long-lived vintages. On your cruise aboard Rosa between Boé and Castets, there will be the opportunity to learn more about the complex science of viticulture on tours to such places as Saint-Emilion, including of course a tasting of some fine wines. We will also explore the countryside surrounding the Val de Garonne and see towns such as historic Nérac and elegant Marmande.
Cruise Highlights:
- Tour of the famous Saint Emilion
- Visit the impressive Château de Duras
- Visits to ancient Bastide villages
- Cruise across the 1,900 foot Agen aqueduct
- Wine, cheese and Armagnac tastings
- Visits to the village of Le Mas d’Agenais and the colourful market of Casteljaloux
- Tour of medieval Nérac and its castle
Bordeaux, with 247,000 acres, is a wine-producing area three times the size of Burgundy. Bordeaux is the largest fine wine-making region in the world, as well as the most legendary. More than half the fine wines of the world come from France and about half of these are from Bordeaux.
Although the reputation is built mostly on red wines, especially those from the Médoc, St-Èmilion and Pomerol districts, the region produces the entire gamut of wines, including dry and sweet whites, and rosés.
Bordeaux is a region of such tremendous diversity in geography, soil, weather, and winemaking tradition that it produces a myriad of wines, each with a unique character. The range of Bordeaux wines is reflected in its 57 appellations, 61 grand cru classés, more than 9,000 wine-producing châteaux, and 13,000 wine growers.
What is hotel barging?
Despite the growing popularity of cruising, especially on large river vessels, hotel barging is still a little known niche concept. Most hotel barges started life as cargo vessels but have since been painstakingly converted to offer luxury boutique accommodation for small groups of up to 20 passengers.
This is cruising, but in a very different style to ships plying the big rivers or oceans. The pace is slow, with a 6 day cruise covering maybe just 50 miles along a rural canal. Passengers can walk or bike the towpaths as their floating hotel glides gently along. Guests enjoy an intimate atmosphere, high levels of personal service and immersion into the culture, history and gastronomy of regions of Europe such as Burgundy, the Midi, or the Italian Veneto.
Every day there is an excursion, perhaps to a chateau, a vineyard for a wine tasting, or some other ‘off the beaten track’ location. About half of European Waterways’ bookings are for whole boat charters, ideal for families. Otherwise, clients book a cabin to join other like-minded people. A ‘slow boat’ European Waterways barge cruise offers the ultimate in experiential travel. A truly unique experience!
European Waterways offer luxury hotel barge cruises on the beautiful canals and rivers of Europe, such as through Burgundy, the Midi, Alsace, the Po Valley, Holland and the Scottish Highlands.
The exclusive collection of hotel barges accommodate up to 20 passengers who may charter a whole barge with family or friends, or join a small group of like-minded travellers on an individual cabin basis.
Each barge is fully crewed with a Captain, chef, hostesses, deck-hand and tour guide. The 6-night cruises include gourmet meals, fine wines, open bar, excursions and the use of facilities such as bicycles and spa pools.
An express train rode from Lyon to Strasbourg, France
SNCF train stopped Gare de Lyon-Part-Dieu is now heading to Strasbourg.