Tuesday, October 1, 2013

How To Find 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.

France has lots of navigable waterways including many old canals. Whether you want to visit the north or south there are great boating holidays available. It is even possible to hire barges in Paris and sail through the north east region.

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.

This canal is a great example of the range of activities which are possible on a barge holiday. There are lots of adventure activities such as, canoeing and fishing. You can visit ancient fortified towns such as Carcassonne or Roman ruins and aqueducts. There are three wine growing areas just along this one stretch of canal.

The cuisine of France is thought of as the best in the world and is certainly appreciated as the home of the majority of cooking techniques. The French are incredibly proud of their culinary heritage. Barge trips are a great way to experience this treasure as you can visit restaurants in cities and the countryside and also buy quality ingredients to prepare on board.

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.

Travel agents in the country offer a wide variety of boats which are built to modern standards and are extremely comfortable. Charter boats are a real home away from home where you can fully relax and do whatever you like. On a cruise you will be looked after by a top class crew.

Being the skipper of your own canal boat is easy and you do not even need a licence. The rules of the waterways are pretty simple, nobody is going anywhere at high speeds. When you collect the boat the travel company will ensure you get a thorough briefing on how to pilot and maintain it. Many of the locks you will encounter are operated by trained staff who will guide you through.

A barge trip France is a fantastic way to spend your holidays. France is an incredible country with something for everyone. The waterways pass through some of the most beautiful, historical landscapes in Europe. There is also the marvelous French food and wine to enjoy as you cruise gently along on your boat.




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