Panache hotel barge
Cruising between Strasbourg and Xouaxange on the Canal de la Marne au Rhin
Accommodating up to 12 passengers
Panache is rated 5 out of 5
- Tour the beautiful city of Strasbourg and visit its Gothic cathedral
- Explore the Route des Vins d'Alsace
- Visit the Meteor Brewery, founded in 1640
- Experience an ascent or descent of the unique Arzviller boat elevator
- Visit the spectacular Rene Lalique Collection
- Tour of Sarrebourg including a visit to the Chagall chapel
- Enjoy a candlelit meal while cruising through the two Arzviller tunnels
- Excellent towpath for walking or cycling
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From 5350 USD per person
Charters from 52,400 USD
Specifications
Crew members : 6
Boat size
Length 124′8″ ft (38 metres)
Width 16′5″ ft (5 metres)
Number of bicycles : 12
Accommodation
Up to 12 guests
Double cabins : 6
Also...
Central heating
Air-conditioning
Spa or pool
Wifi
TV/DVD in junior suites
CD player / iPod dock
Panache photos and videos
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Testimonials for Panache
Yvonne & Randy Symons; Late May 2017The boat is excellent, sun protection missing on Panache ,hot-tub blocking the view somewhat
Roomy cabin (Ravel Junior Suite), nice outside deck space
We rate Panache 8/10
We cruised from Belguim to Picardy and enjoyed seeing the commercial barges operating on the Canal du Nord
Hotels Afloat: 10/10 for attention to detail and their site
Will probably book againBest cruises ever, fantastic crew with special attention to my husband with walking issues.
Fred Goldberg, Sweden/ USA. September 2014We appreciated the efficient and friendly crew, the cosy lounge and Boat rated: 9/10
Liked the combination of cruising on the canals and making bus trips to the surrounding castles, museums, churches, wineyards and villages...
Would you book with us again? Yes
About the barge "Panache"
Panache ie a stylish 12 passenger hotel barge, with spacious public areas and six comfortable double or twin ensuite cabins.
All the bathrooms have twin handbasins and oversized showers with massage jets.
There are panoramic windows in the saloon and the barges has been fitted out in traditional yacht style with brass and mahogany fittings.
A large sun deck and spa pool, plus bicycles for guests use to explore the towpath, complete the picture.
6 crew
Air-conditioned/centrally heated throughout
Sun deck, telescope, spa pool
Piano
Wifi (subject to Local reception)
Two air-conditioned minibuses
8 touring bikes, 1 tandem
Plan of Panache
Panache cruise routes & itineraries
Cruising between Krafft and Niderviller on the Canal de la Marne au Rhin
Krafft
Sunday
Guests are met at the designated meeting point in Strasbourg and transferred by air-conditioned minibus to Panache, for a Champagne welcome and the first opportunity to meet the crew.
There is time for a walk or bicyle ride before dinner aboard.
Sunday
Guests are met at the designated meeting point in Strasbourg and transferred by air-conditioned minibus to Panache, for a Champagne welcome and the first opportunity to meet the crew.
There is time for a walk or bicyle ride before dinner aboard.
Krafft to Strasbourg
Monday
We begin with a morning cruise, crossing the Grand Reid wetlands where there is an abundance of birdlife, bringing us Strasbourg, the capital of Europe.
We enjoy a tour of Strasbourg, including of course, a visit to the 12th century Gothic pink sandstone cathedral, home to an astranomical Renaissance clock and a massive spire.
Visit Place Gutenberg and explore Le Petite France, a pedestrian area brimming with half-timbered houses, boutique shops and cafes.
Dinner aboard.
Monday
We begin with a morning cruise, crossing the Grand Reid wetlands where there is an abundance of birdlife, bringing us Strasbourg, the capital of Europe.
We enjoy a tour of Strasbourg, including of course, a visit to the 12th century Gothic pink sandstone cathedral, home to an astranomical Renaissance clock and a massive spire.
Visit Place Gutenberg and explore Le Petite France, a pedestrian area brimming with half-timbered houses, boutique shops and cafes.
Dinner aboard.
Strasbourg to Walthenheim-sur-Zorn
Tuesday
This morning provides a great photo opportunity as we cruise past the impressive European Parliament buildings and then through the Brumath Forest to an idyllic mooring at Walthenheim-sur-Zorn. After lunch, our first wine tour takes us through the Route des Vins d'Alsace
followed by a private tasting of Gewurztraminer, Pinot Noir and Riesling wines at a long-established wine producer such as Domaine Plister.
Dinner ashore in a traditional Alsacienne restaurant.
Tuesday
This morning provides a great photo opportunity as we cruise past the impressive European Parliament buildings and then through the Brumath Forest to an idyllic mooring at Walthenheim-sur-Zorn. After lunch, our first wine tour takes us through the Route des Vins d'Alsace
followed by a private tasting of Gewurztraminer, Pinot Noir and Riesling wines at a long-established wine producer such as Domaine Plister.
Dinner ashore in a traditional Alsacienne restaurant.
Walthenheim-sur-Zorn to Saverne
This morning you can choose between a visit and private tasting in the Meteor brewery, the last privately owned brewery in the Alsace. Alternatively, stay on board to take a gentle cruise with good walking and cycling opportunities to Saverne, a settlement dating back over 2000 years! We moor at the foot of the Chateau de Rohan, known as the Versailles of Alsace. We will take a walking tour of the town, and then drive up to the stunning chateau for a great view.
Dinner aboard.
This morning you can choose between a visit and private tasting in the Meteor brewery, the last privately owned brewery in the Alsace. Alternatively, stay on board to take a gentle cruise with good walking and cycling opportunities to Saverne, a settlement dating back over 2000 years! We moor at the foot of the Chateau de Rohan, known as the Versailles of Alsace. We will take a walking tour of the town, and then drive up to the stunning chateau for a great view.
Dinner aboard.
Saverne to Lutzelbourg
Today is all about art and history! We'll begin by visiting the market at Saverne before cruising to Lutzelbourg, a delightful pretty village surrounded by hills and overlooked by the ancient ruins of the medieval castle.
After lunch, we visit the mountaintop village of La Petite Pierre with its medieval castle, then tour the outstanding René Lalique collection and see over 500 examples of Art Nouveau and Art Deco glassware.
Nearby we will visit Wingen-sur-Moder, the World War II battleground, to pay our respects to the American infantry who fought with distinction here.
Dinner aboard.
Today is all about art and history! We'll begin by visiting the market at Saverne before cruising to Lutzelbourg, a delightful pretty village surrounded by hills and overlooked by the ancient ruins of the medieval castle.
After lunch, we visit the mountaintop village of La Petite Pierre with its medieval castle, then tour the outstanding René Lalique collection and see over 500 examples of Art Nouveau and Art Deco glassware.
Nearby we will visit Wingen-sur-Moder, the World War II battleground, to pay our respects to the American infantry who fought with distinction here.
Dinner aboard.
Lutzebourg to Niderville
For early risers, join our exclusive visit to a local bakerie to see the skills involved in the delicious patisseries enjoyed throughout the cruise. Our morning cruise takes us through beautiful countryside, with time to visit the Lehrer Crystall glassworks on the way. To reach our final mooring at Niderville, we then ride the 450 feet Arzviller boat elevator to climb the moutain side. You will marvel at this incredible feat of engineering! After a candle-lit lunch aboard during which we pass through two tunnels, we head to Sarrebourg to visit the 13th century chapel where we see Marc Chagall's remarkable stained glass window and the fascinating museum of Roman and Medieval artefacts.
For early risers, join our exclusive visit to a local bakerie to see the skills involved in the delicious patisseries enjoyed throughout the cruise. Our morning cruise takes us through beautiful countryside, with time to visit the Lehrer Crystall glassworks on the way. To reach our final mooring at Niderville, we then ride the 450 feet Arzviller boat elevator to climb the moutain side. You will marvel at this incredible feat of engineering! After a candle-lit lunch aboard during which we pass through two tunnels, we head to Sarrebourg to visit the 13th century chapel where we see Marc Chagall's remarkable stained glass window and the fascinating museum of Roman and Medieval artefacts.
We return to the barge to relax and then enjoy our
Captain's Farewell Dinner aboard.
Captain's Farewell Dinner aboard.
Xouaxange
Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the designated drop off point.
Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the designated drop off point.
Cruise rates
Krafft to Niderviller dates and rates
| Accommodation | Regular | Value | |||
| Whole boat charter for 12 | 67000 | 58000 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 11 | 65300 | 56700 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 10 | 63600 | 55400 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 9 | 61900 | 54100 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 8 | 59800 | 52400 | |||
| Junior suite per person, based on double occupancy | 6190 | 5350 | |||
| Single supplement | 2150 | 1900 | |||
| 2019 | |||||
| Whole boat charter for 12 | 68800 | 59500 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 11 | 67100 | 58200 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 10 | 65400 | 56900 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 9 | 63700 | 55600 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 8 | 61600 | 53900 | |||
| Junior suite per person, based on double occupancy | 6350 | 5490 | |||
| Single supplement | 2200 | 1950 |
Prices are shown in US dollars
Sterling and euro prices available on request for non-US/Canadian citizens
Sterling and euro prices available on request for non-US/Canadian citizens
| Value | April 1 to April 15 May 20 to June 3 July 22 to August 19 October 7 to October 21 |
| Regular | April 22 to May 13 June 10 to July 8 August 26 to September 30 |
| Value | March 24 to April 7 July 21 to August 18 October 6 to October 20 |
| Regular | April 14 to July 14 August 25 to September 29 |
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