Lorraine: Boofzheim - Gondrexange
Under new ownership, Ed de Chant brings his wealth of experience to barging.
Aboard this boat you will have the vacation of a lifetime, and will return with fond memories and new found friends.
The Lorraine cruises on the Canal de la Marne au Rhin and the Canal du Rhone au Rhin, in the stunning, lush valleys of the Alsace Lorraine.
Tastefully decorated in beautiful woods, brass and fine fabrics the boat is fully air-conditioned to ensure your comfort on board.
Arranged on two decks, accommodation comprises of:
11 twin cabins on the lower deck
All cabins benefit from air conditioning, central heating, opening windows or portholes. private shower/bathroom, wardrobes, drawers, bookshelf and reading lamps.
Spacious saloon, dining area, bar and sundeck.
Bicycles on board
Air conditioned coach for excursions
7 bi-lingual crew members
| Accomodation | Regular | Mid | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
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Whole boat charter: 20 passengers |
59800 | 55800 | |
| Suite per person | 2990 | 2790 | |
| Single person supplement | 1290 | 1290 |
| Value | 2011-04-02 -> 2011-04-09; 2011-07-16 -> 2011-08-20; 2011-10-22 -> 2011-10-29 |
| Mid | |
| Regular | 2011-04-16 -> 2011-07-09; 2011-08-27 -> 2011-10-15 |
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Saturday
Boofzheim Passengers who have taken our Optional Paris Transfer meet in the lobby of the Hotel Regina, 192 Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris at 9.30 am and transfer to the meeting place by 1st class seating on the train to Strasbourg. Meeting place is the Strasbourg railway station at 3 pm. Coach transfer to the Lorraine moored in the village of Boofzheim, south of Strasbourg. Alternate weeks the meeting point is the station at Saverne. You will be welcomed aboard with champagne, and then enjoy time to settle in to your cabin before dinner aboard. Sunday Boofzheim - Krafft Cruise on the Canal du Rhone au Rhin. We moor during lunch at the village of Krafft. Afterwards, we take the coach to drive south to Colmar for a guided tour of the city center with it’s medieval Renaissance buildings,13th century collegiate church, and the waterside ‘little Venice’ area. Free time to explore the city. We return by the “route des vins” at the base of the Vosges mountains parallel to the Rhine. We make a short stop at the picturesque, medieval village of Riquewihr for a visit to a cellar to taste some local vintages before retuning to the boat at Krafft. Monday Krafft – Strasbourg Cruise over breakfast and during the morning to Strasbourg. We pass the ultra modern buildings of the European Parliament, and disembark for an afternoon guided walking tour of the principal sights of Strasbourg. The cathedral of Notre Dame, whose construction spread over five centuries from the Romanesque choir to the flamboyant gothic spire, is a highlight. Free time to explore the this capital of Alsace , take advantage of the excellent shopping or stroll through the cobbled streets admiring the timbered houses. Tuesday Strasbourg - Saverne This morning we pass Hochfelden, where ancient documents prove there was a brewery as early as 870 AD. This tradition is continued to this day by the Metero beer company. We stop for a sample before lunch on board. Today offers excellent opportunities for our guests to walk alongside the boat or cycle into one of the villages to apprciate the produce of a loca brewery in a ‘Bierstub’. We moor in Saverne and have an excellent view of the Red sandstone chateau built by the Rohan family during the 18th century. We recommend a delightful stroll before dinner. Wednesday Saverne - Niderviller We visit a unique crystal factory to see the famous products of this area. Beautiful pieces of crystal are still individually blown and fashioned by hand. We cruise over the border into Lorraine near the village of Lutzelbourg. Here the canal follows the valley of the river Zorn to the famous inclined plane of Arzviller. Seventeen locks have been replaced by a counterbalanced hydraulic barge lift that hauls the Lorraine up nearly 150 feet to the summit level of the Marne to Rhine Canal. The we cruise through a cutting and two tunnels under the peak of the Vosges mountains before mooring in the evening at a quiet spot near the village of Niderville. Thursday Niderville – Sarrebourg We cruise through the regional park of Lorraine, a nature reserve with numerous lakes and vast areas of woodland. This afternoon we will take the coach for a drive to Sarrebourg and visit the chapel of the Cordelieres where we can see the strained glass window created by Marc Chagall. We return to the Lorraine for our farewell gala dinner. Friday Leave the Lorraine after breakfast and coach transfer to Saverne train station for return to Paris. |
Terms and Conditions
Cruise Price
Canal and Co.cruises include :
- All meals from dinner on day one to breakfast on day seven.
- Quality French wines served with lunch and dinner.
- Daily guided shore excursions in air conditioned comfort.
Prices do not include:
- Gratuities for crew members (we suggest 100 euros per passenger)
- Travel insurance. We strongly recommend trip cancellation insurance as we strictly apply our Terms and Conditions.
- Bar drinks.
- Transfer from Paris except for Anacoluthe and Esprit de Europe.
Terms and Conditions
We accept reservations under the following conditions:
Individuals<br>
To reserve and confirm space, the following payments are required:
- 25% of the cruise price to confirm the booking
- 75% of the cruise price is due 10 weeks prior to departure
Incase of cancellations, the following fees will be retained:
- $250 per person for cancellations received up to 3 months prior to departure
- 25% of the cruise price for cancellations received between 3 and 2 months prior to departure
- Entire cruise price for cancellations received less than 2 months prior to departure
- All cancellations must be in writing to Canal and Co directly, or via the Booking agent.
Charters for Libelle, Litote and Lorraine
To confirm the charter, a non-refundable deposit of $4000.
2nd non refundable deposit of $8000 at 6 months prior to departure.
Balance is due 14 weeks prior to departure.
In case of cancellation up to 6 months prior to departure, deposits may be applied to individual bookings on the same barge, same date.
Cancellations between 6 and 3 months prior to departure are subject to forfeiture of deposits received.
Cancellations received within 3 months of departure are subject to the forfeiture of the entire charter cost.
Charters/Groups Anacoluthe and Esprit de Europe
Charters: 10% non-refundable deposit to confirm the charter.
25% non-refundable deposit at 8 months prior to departure.
25% non-refundable deposit at 4 months prior to departure.
40% final payment due 2 months prior to departure.
The Charter can be converted into a group or individual bookings on the same vessel and dates up to 6 months prior to departure, but not thereafter.
At 6 months prior to departure, if you decide to keep the charter, you are liable for the whole charter cost.
The Charter Terms and Conditions will apply if you convert to group, otherwise those for individuals will be used.
Groups
A group is defined as 20 or more full paying passengers. A free space for the group leader will be granted for each group.Payments and cancellations are the same as for the above charters. The number of passengers must be defined at 6 months prior to departure and cannot be reduced.
Waterway Routes
All routes are subject to change without notice. Although we will endeavour to advise you as far in advance as possible, some waterways may be subject to occasional closures due to drought, storms, floods, canal and lock repairs, or other circumstances beyond our control. In the event of any such occurrences, the following conditions will apply:
- If navigation has to be suspended, passengers will continue to be housed on board and regular excursions will be made, with cruising to be continued as soon as possible.
- We reserve the right to reverse the direction of the cruise route, cruise along other waterways or transfer passengers to another vessel or similar standards should the need arise. The decision on action to be taken , of the onboard Manager, is final.
- Canal and Co reserve the right,, at all times, and without recourse or liability to amend itineraries , substitute vessels, change region of cruising and cancel a cruise or part thereof. Should no alternative be available, Canal and Co’s sole responsibility is to refund all monies paid by their client who will not have any further claims on Canal and Co. or it’s agents.
Though rare, in addition to waterway considerations there could be other reasons for a change in boat or itinerary.Canal and Co. reserves the right to make such changes as it deems necessary in light of the conditions present at the time of sailing.
Cruise Itineraries and Moorings
Navigation conditions may sometimes require the use of alternative overnight moorings.Excursions are subject to availability and they could be done in a different order than that mentioned in the itinerary. Cruises operate in reverse order on alternative weeks.
WE SUGGEST THAT YOU CHECK WITH US BEFORE YOUR DEPARTURE FOR AN UPDATED ITINERARY.
Photography and Filming on Tour
Canal and Co. reserves the right to take photographs and videos during our cruises and to use these for promotional purposes. By booking a Canal and Co.cruise , tour members agree to allow their image to appear in such material. Tour members who prefer that their image not be used are asked to advise the Manager at the beginning of the cruise.
Smoking Policy
For security reasons and for the comfort of everyone, smoking is not allowed on the interior part of any of our vessels. There will be a designated smoking area on the exterior deck.
Children on Board
Children under the age of 12 are welcome on Charters only.
Further Conditions
Canal and Co. reserves the right to adjust prices without notice should fluctuations in the exchange markets deem this necessary. We reserve the right to refuse to accept or retain a member of a cruise at any time. We reserve the right to pass on to tour members any expenditures or losses caused by delays or events beyond our control.
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