Things You Can See On A Barge Trip France

By Angel Dudley


Boating holidays in France are extremely popular. The country has a lot to offer the tourist from incredible national parks to internationally renowned cities and, of course some of the best cuisine. A barge trip France is a wonderful way to experience all that the country has to offer as you sail around your chosen region with the freedom to stop and see whatever you like.

There are many different trips you could take on the canals of France. From cruising through the bustling capital city, Paris to the sleepy southern region of Burgundy to see the vineyards. You could start by checking out a waterways map to get an overall idea or maybe there is a particular attraction or region you want to experience.

The most popular is the Canal du Midi in the south. The canal itself is a World Heritage Site and boasts some of the most incredible locks, tunnels and bridges. It is famous for the hundreds of miles of tree lined waterway. They were planted to help preserve the embankments and now give the canal its unique, beautiful appearance.

Along that canal you can see ancient towns such as Beziers which dates back to Roman times. The Malpais canal tunnel which is the oldest in the world. There are three wine growing regions to visit bodegas and taste their offerings. One of the most famous sites is the historic, fortified town of Carcassonne. There are places to carry out any number activities such as hiking, fishing, canoeing and sightseeing. The waterways of France all have their charms and top class destinations such as this one.

French food is internationally renowned for its fantastic ingredients and as the birthplace of the main cooking techniques. Barge holidays offer the chance to experience the cuisine from all angles. You can moor in towns and cities to experience the best modern restaurants, stop in the countryside for some real regional cuisine or buy fantastic ingredients to cook yourself.

There are basically two ways to have a holiday on a barge. You can charter a barge yourself to drive around in complete freedom or book a cabin on a cruise. Both options offer a range of possibilities and destinations and the quality of accommodation is first class.

Whichever option you choose you will find excellent, modern facilities on board. These boats are built for comfort and will feel like a second home. Charter boats have everything you need to live comfortably such as a modern kitchen with cooker and crockery, comfortable cabins and bathrooms with warm showers.

If you have never hired a boat and are worried about navigating the waterways then contact an agent who can tell you about how the boats are operated. They are so simple that no licence is required. The operator will give a short briefing when you collect the boat and answer any questions you may have. After an hour or two you will feel like the captain.

There is lots of information about barge trip France on the internet. You can take a virtual tour of the boats and check out all the tourist attractions along the canals. The only difficulty is choosing just one from the amazing range of trips on offer.




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