Cruise down the river and admire the surrounding Vosges mountains
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Canal boat holidays in the Ardennes
Our base of Pont à Bar, located at the junction of the Meuse river and the Canal des Ardennes, is the ideal starting place for a river and canal cruise in the heart of the Vosges. Between hills and forests, this region will delight passionate of nature and calm. Reims to Verdun, through Sedan, each cruise day is a reminder of the history.
On this waterway, here are the possible starting points : Pont à Bar, Pont à Bar.
On this waterway, here are the possible starting points : Pont à Bar.
We are specialists in houseboat rental, If this is your first river cruise and/or if you have questions about self drive river boats, do not hesitate to contact us, we are at your disposal from Monday to Saturday from 9am to 7pm by E-mail or at 0033 230 96 08 57.
After Pont-à-Bar, you will pull in at Charleville Mézières, the marionette capital of the world, before stopping at Bogny-sur-Meuse to visit the site associated with the medieval tale, ‘The Four Sons of Aymon’. Climb the hill at Monthermé to admire the magnificent view of the twists and turns of the River Meuse. At Givet make sure you visit Fort Charlemond.
Activities
 FishingThe Meuse waters are full of fish. |
 NatureMany species of birds have chosen the Meuse as place of habitat. So throughout your cruise barge on the river Meuse you will be accosted by ducks or swans. |
 MonumentBogny sur Meuse, Charlleville-Mézières and Givet buildings testify of the past from middle ages of this region. |
 BikeThroughout your river cruise in houseboat, you will find on the banks of the Meuse River a tow path allowing you to bike ride. |
The Locks
Take advantage of being close to the Lac de Bairon to try out some new water sports and, after following the River Bar cruising along the Canal des Ardennes, you will travel down the Canal de l’Aisne, before arriving at Reims, the capital of champagne. Here take the time to visit the magnificent cathedral and go champagne tasting.
Activities
| Monument The Arch of Germanicus in Saintes to the Corderie Royale de Rochefort (the largest arsenal of Europe of the seventeenth century) |
Bike The tow path follows the Canal of the Ardennes in Reims to Pont à Bar. |
 VineyardClose to the region of Champagne, enjoy the discovery of the vineyards with a closer look. |
| Nature This canal is lateral to the Aisne, allowing you to see Dipper, corncrake, or even green sovereignty. |
The Locks
The locks are manned by lock keepers. They are closed on some bank holidays.
Navigation on waterways in the Ardennes is quite easy and perfect for your first experience of boating.
You can moor anywhere along the banks in the heart of the countryside, except on the River Meuse where you have to use the designated moorings.
Hi-speed (TGV) train stations at Sedan and Reims.
One-way cruises are not available in the Ardennes.
There is secure car parking at the Pont à Bar base.
4.6/5
(based on 5 review)
Duration : 7 Nights (1 week) - Cruise : Pont à Bar Return
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