Barging in France

We offer numerous options for your barging holiday in France on European Waterways’ beautiful fully crewed hotel barges.

Barging is not just about cruising along a river!
Yes, there is plenty of time spent cruising quietly through the picturesque countryside, well off the "beaten tourist track". You can also walk or cycle along the towpath at your leisure, relax on deck, or enjoy the on-deck Jacuzzi. However your relaxation time is interspersed with captivating excursions.

Exceptional local cuisine and wines are provided by your private on-board chef, and different delicious cheeses sampled each day. Barging is a truly unique French experience, and one that will leave you with unforgettable memories of an enchanting holiday!

TOUJOURS FRANCE UNIQUE SMALL GROUP TOURS
We have a selection of tours that combine a week in a particular beautiful region of France and a fabulous all-inclusive week cruising on either the wonderful "Belle Epoque" in Burgundy or the lovely "Athos" on the Canal du Midi.

Enchanting Paris & Barging through Burgundy
A week on the "Belle Epoque" PLUS a week exploring the magical highlights of Paris, including historic walks, dinners at local restaurants, visits to museums and galleries, afternoon teas, Seine River cruise & dinner, and explore hidden corners undiscovered by the average tourist.

Spectacular South West
A week on the "Belle Epoque" PLUS a week exploring the stunning Dordogne/Bordeaux region – medieval history comes to life through extraordinary history, castles, dramatic hill villages and scenic river valleys, and discover magnificent vineyards, wine chateaux and towns.

Scenic Southern France
A week on the "Athos" PLUS a week in the Languedoc region discovering the magnificent walled city of Carcassonne, stunning Pyrenees mountains, historic Cathar villages and superb, picturesque Mediterranean village of Collioure.

On all of our tours, the barge is chartered for the exclusive use of our group.

See a detailed description and itinerary for the Belle Epoque

See a detailed description and itinerary for the Athos

INDEPENDENT BARGE CRUISES WITH EUROPEAN WATERWAYS

You can book a cabin on any one of European Waterways’ scheduled departures throughout the season from March to November. Cruises depart every Sunday and are of 6 nights/7 days duration. Cruises are all inclusive – all accommodation on board, meals, wine and all other beverages including mixed drinks, excursions and entries are included in the cruise price. On these departures, you will share the barge with other people booking from throughout the world.

You can also book exclusive use of a whole barge for a private charter – perfect for family groups, incentive and rewards programs, or simply for a group of friends to spend an unforgettable week together!

Prices vary according to the individual barge and departure date. Beautifully appointed, fully crewed hotel barges also operate in the Loire Valley, England, Scotland, Ireland, Italy, Belgium and Holland.

Please send us a request for a European Waterways brochure and price list.

Our favourite barges in detail:

• La Belle Epoque (Nivernais Canal, Burgundy)
• Impressioniste (Ouche Valley, Burgundy)
• Athos (Canal du Midi, Languedoc-Roussillon)
• Anjodi (Canal du Midi, Languedoc-Roussillon)
• Enchanté (Provence/Canal du Midi)