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Which barges cruise in this area?
Where is it? - The Canal du Rhone a Sète is the waterway that will take you through these two regions on a fascinating journey of discovery. The Camargue covers 780 sq km (300 sq miles), lying between the Grand and Petit Rhône Rivers, south of Arles, and is sparsely populated. Much of the Camargue is wild salty marshland and this provides a natural haven for a wide variety of wildlife - particularly birds and horses. There are wild herds of white horses, as well as flocks of birds such as flamingos, egrets, ibises and bee-eaters, resident in the Grande Camargue and the smaller adjoining Petite Camargue. Provence is the area that surrounds the Camargue and encapsulates the countryside around Avignon, Arles and Aix-en-Provence. Known for its lavender, poppy fields, sunflowers, olives and glorious colourful landscapes, artists have flocked here, and still do, to paint the superb scenery. |
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The Esperance (above) and Le Phenicien (below) — two excellent reasons to go to the Camargue and Provence region. )
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The Camargue at sunset…(below)
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Gorgeous lunches in the shade of the warm sun….Yes, life is easy on L’Etoile and Esperance (left), both cruising wonderful routes in Provence and the Camargue, taking in all the marvellous sites along the way...some of which are so special they don’t even tell you about them until you’re on board! |
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Camargue Cruise highlights may include - · The famous herds of white horses, black bulls and flocks of pink flamingos · Wine tasting by the Mediterranean · A visit to the mediaeval fortified town of Aigues-Mortes · The Roman viaduct at Pont du Gard · The ancient city of Avignon and its famous ‘Palais des Papes’ (Palace of the Popes) · Visit to Arles and its Roman remains—a grand and ancient amphitheatre!
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Provence Cruise highlights may include - · Arles - with its Roman Amphitheatre and Van Gogh’s final home · The mediaeval town of Aigues-Mortes · Tour of Avignon - City of Popes, Pont d’Avignon and St. André’s Fort · Wine tasting at Châteauneuf du Pape · The Roman remains of Nîmes · 9th century monastery of St. Guilhem |
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Relax on the sun deck and watch the sun go down
aboard the elegant
Le Phenicien (above left). On the
Napoleon (above right), wake to
a dreamy continental breakfast of fresh fruits,
yoghurts, croissants and pastries, butters and jams to take your
breath away, plus fresh coffee or tea of course, or anything else
that your heart desires... |
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How does this canal compare with the others in the south of France? - Very favourably! With probably the best weather in France you’re sure to have a super cruise. Intricate waterways will fascinate and surprise you as you wend your way through the region lying between the calm Canal du Midi and the majestic Rhone River. Why would I want to cruise here? - If you need any convincing, just read the above again! - Because of the fantastic weather, landscape, Roman and Greek history, nature, culture, food and wines that are readily available in the region, and the beautiful barges and their crew that will be delighted to share everything that this delightful region has with you. |
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TO CONTACT US Phone: +33 563 02 87 04, Fax: +33 563 02 24 11 Phone (Toll-Free from USA + Canada):1-800-688-0245 Email:info@bargecompany.com
The Barge Cruise Company Ltd. 501 Chemin Lacoste 82170 Grisolles FRANCE |
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