The Return of French Hotel Barge Nymphea

Following earlier news this year about Nymphea’s departure from the Loire Valley, we are pleased to unveil an exciting new chapter. Beginning in May 2026, Nymphea will cruise the beautiful inland waterways of Brittany, inviting guests to explore charming villages, historic towns, and the region’s unspoiled countryside rarely seen by visitors. Nymphea, a six-passenger French

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Pétanque: What is it?

The real national sport in France might just be pétanque. Football and rugby are deeply loved but pétanque is woven into the fabric of everyday life. It’s a game played in nearly every village, by people of all ages. Unlike football or rugby, pétanque isn’t just for spectators mainly watching professionals on a screen, it’s

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2025 & 2026 Barge Cruises

Now is the ideal time to start planning your next barge cruise getaway — whether a spontaneous trip this year or an exciting adventure in 2026. We still have some last-minute private barge charters and cabin cruises available for this summer and autumn; many with special offers. There are also a couple of weeks for

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There’s Still Time to Visit the Scottish Highlands

Scotland is full of charm, character, history, and spectacular scenery. The waters of Scotland are among the most beautiful and breathtaking in the world. Your Scottish Highlands barge cruise will take you through the magical Great Glen, located between the historic city center of Inverness and the gorgeous town of Fort William, stretching the east

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Barge Cruises 2025

This weekend, we updated the barge availability calendars for 2025 and 2026. A few days earlier, we did the special offers & discounts page. Here are a few findings that we would like to share. France: Special Event – Bastille Day (July 14th) Carcassonne, France If you are looking for a last-minute vacation, how about

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