Enjoy a Private Barge Cruise Vacation in France!

Imagine enjoying a barge cruise vacation in France and having the whole ship just for the two of you!

Only on Barge "Stern" you can experience this truly wonderful sensation and at an affordable price.

Barge Stern

Barge "Stern" is a Dutch Barge, cruising the beautiful Upper-Loire region. After a complete renovation she now has a luxury accommodation exclusively for 2 guests only, ensuring an optimum in individuality, luxury, flexibility and privacy. The atmosphere on board is friendly and provides old-fashioned hospitality designed to spoil you.

Please join us to discover this beautiful part of France seated on our sundeck with a glass of wine.Watch the ever changing landscape unfold at a pace and in a style that only a barge cruise can achieve.

2012 Cruises

Also in 2012, Barge "Stern" will offer you an all-inclusive private charter barge holidays in the upper Loire region on the "Canal Latéral à la Loire" in the centre of France.
This canal runs on the west bank of the scenic river Loire, the last surviving wild river in Europe.

We will cruise between the cities of Nevers and Briare. Here you will discover the peace, tranquility and calmness so hard to find nowadays. This lesser-known region, but with its famous wine regions of Sancerre and Pouilly Fume; picturesque medieval villages; castles from era's ranging from the roman times up to renaissance, will surprise you on every tour or excursion we make.

Your vacation

This exclusive private barge cruise provides the perfect setting in which to relax. Our accommodation offers style and comfort whilst maintaining a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Our delicious cuisine, great restaurants, regional outstanding wines and personal touch harmonize to make this your most wonderful barge cruise vacation. The pleasure is in the tranquillity and beauty far from the stresses of modern life.

Our itinerary has the right balance between cruising and excursions. Besides an every day excursion you will also have the opportunity to bike or to stroll along the canal.

There's a world to discover in the upper Loire region; discover it with Barge "Stern".

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