cruising route Hesse / Saverne / Hesse
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Hesse - Saverne - Hesse - 56 Km - 26 Locks - 13 h of navigation - 3 Nights
From Hesse to Arzviller, 11 km, 0 Lock(s), 1.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Hesse > Arzviller
Monument
Niderviller
This charming village is ideal for a pleasant break. Between the 17th century pottery works, the church, the castle and the magnificent organ, this village really knows how to make you feel welcome.
Monument
Sarrebourg
6km from the canal, Sarrebourg is worth the detour. In the Chapel of the Cordeliers you will find the biggest stained-glass window that Chagall ever constructed, at more than 12m tall. Between the chapels, churches and temples, Sarrebourg is home to more than 10 religious buildings.
River constructions
the tunnels of Niderviller and Arzviller
These two tunnels, 475m and 2306m in length respectively, are separated by less than one kilometer.From Arzviller to Saverne, 17 km, 13 Lock(s), 4.9 h of navigation
Stopover : Arzviller > Lutzelbourg > Saverne
Monument
Saverne
Upon arrival you are dazzled by Rohan Castle, built in the neo-classical style in the 18th century, past which the canal flows, allowing you to admire it from all angles. Following a detour through the pedestrian streets (Carabin crystal glassworks, Recollect cloister), a trip through the Haut-Barr Castle is strongly advised. This fortified castle, also known as the "eye of the Alsace" for the spectacular view it offers over the Alsace plain and the Vosges Mountains, towers at 470m in altitude.
River constructions
the Inclined Plan of Arzviller
The inclined plane of Arzviller, one of the most remarkable fluvial constructions, and unique in Europe. This boat lift was built in 1969 to replace 17 locks, and enables a change in height of 44 meters. It was closed for a little over 2 years in 2013 following an accident involving a cruise boat, and damage caused by the ferryboat.From Saverne to Hesse, 28 km, 13 Lock(s), 6.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Saverne > Lutzelbourg > Arzviller > Hesse
Monument
Niderviller
This charming village is ideal for a pleasant break. Between the 17th century pottery works, the church, the castle and the magnificent organ, this village really knows how to make you feel welcome.
Monument
Sarrebourg
6km from the canal, Sarrebourg is worth the detour. In the Chapel of the Cordeliers you will find the biggest stained-glass window that Chagall ever constructed, at more than 12m tall. Between the chapels, churches and temples, Sarrebourg is home to more than 10 religious buildings.
Monument
Saverne
Upon arrival you are dazzled by Rohan Castle, built in the neo-classical style in the 18th century, past which the canal flows, allowing you to admire it from all angles. Following a detour through the pedestrian streets (Carabin crystal glassworks, Recollect cloister), a trip through the Haut-Barr Castle is strongly advised. This fortified castle, also known as the "eye of the Alsace" for the spectacular view it offers over the Alsace plain and the Vosges Mountains, towers at 470m in altitude.
River constructions
the tunnels of Niderviller and Arzviller
These two tunnels, 475m and 2306m in length respectively, are separated by less than one kilometer.
River constructions
the Inclined Plan of Arzviller
The inclined plane of Arzviller, one of the most remarkable fluvial constructions, and unique in Europe. This boat lift was built in 1969 to replace 17 locks, and enables a change in height of 44 meters. It was closed for a little over 2 years in 2013 following an accident involving a cruise boat, and damage caused by the ferryboat.
Bike
Bike
Tow paths provide an ideal place to ride your bike
Fishing
Fishing
To relax with friends, there's nothing better than fishingCustomer testimonials
Average :
4.8/5
(based on 6 opinion)
4.8/5
(based on 6 opinion)
Audrey G.
Cruise carried out on Oct 9, 2024, MagnifiqueCruise :
Hesse round trip
"Very surprised by the Arzviller inclined plane."
Véronique P.
Cruise carried out on Aug 26, 2024, Horizon 2-SCruise :
Hesse round trip
"A great discovery of Alsace."
Jürg H.
Cruise carried out on Jul 29, 2024, Cirrus BCruise :
Hesse round trip
"It was fun."
Albin T.
Cruise carried out on May 13, 2024, Corvette ACruise :
Hesse round trip
"We had chosen an atypical route with tunnels, hills and the extraordinary incline."
David H.
Cruise carried out on Oct 9, 2023, TangoCruise :
Hesse round trip
"For a first-timer, it was a great adventure. The briefing and the good explanations at the start helped us a lot."
The Locks
1 type(s) of lock(s) on The Marne-Rhine Canal and the Rhône-Rhine Canal- Automatic locks
"Great experience, should do it again."