Canal Cruising in Alsace

Justly renowned for its gastronomy, wines and cultural heritage, the Alsace region nestles between the Vosges mountains and the Rhine, a privileged location endowing it with a climate drier than most regions of France. A predominantly rural land of many contrasts, the remarkably unspoilt character of both its beautifully manicured towns and often spectacular countryside constantly surprises with its rich diversity. Medieval castles look down on vineyard-clad slopes, picturesque villages and gently rolling farmland

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The region, so often disputed between France and Germany, has an immensely rich cultural history, mirrored in the warm hues of its magnificent pink sandstone churches and the vibrant colours of its half-timbered houses, whose mullioned windows are decked with flowers. In fact, there can be few other parts of France with such a succession of award-winning “villages fleuris”.

Our base port is Saverne, about 25 miles west of Strasbourg in the heart of Alsace, with a railway station directly accessible by TGV. Located as it is on the Canal du Marne au Rhin, you can head to the lovely capital of Alsace, Strasbourg in one direction, west and north into the verdant Lorraine plateau, amid lakes and forests, in the other, via the spectacular inclined barge lift at Lutzelbourg. It is also possible to branch off through the Lorraine Regional Park on the Houillières de la Sarre Canal, formerly used for transporting coal, close to the German frontier at Sarreguemines, famous for its porcelain.

1 week option Saverne to Arzviller and either Mittersheim or Lagarde and return or, Saverne to Strasbourg & Boofzheim and return

2 week option Saverne to Strasbourg and Nancy and return or Saverne to Strasbourg and Sarreguemines and return

THE BOATS

The N800 sleeps up to 2 adults and has a saloon with 360° panoramic view - convertible table into a double bed - Inside steering position - Equipped kitchen: 56L fridge, 2 ring hob - 1 cabin with double beds - 1 shower room/wc - stern terrace.

The Estival Duo sleeps up to 4 people but is recommended for 2 adults and has a saloon with 360° panoramic view - convertible table into a double bed - Inside steering position - Eqipped kitchen: 220L fridge/freezer, 2 ring hob, grill - Bedroom with double bed (140 x 195) - Bathroom, wc, washbasin, shower - Rear sliding picture window - Front terrace moulded into the hull - Back terrace equipped with garden furniture - Extra side gates - Fixed stairway to flying bridge - Foldaway double steering position - Sliding sun awning - Bridge shower

Canal Cruising in Alsace

THE BOATS

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