'HIRONDELLE'

Built in 1928 and converted to a luxury cruising barge in 1993, the Hirondelle enjoys the reputation of being one of the very best barges in France, cruising in 2010 several delightful itineraries in two of the most tranquil and beautiful regions in all of France: Burgundy and the Upper Loire. Life aboard this charming vessel combines gourmet food and wines with elegant, spacious accommodation. Daily excursions to places of cultural or historic interest (according to your tastes) make each day pleasantly relaxed, with no obligatory schedule or rushing from place to place. Your personal Barge Guide will show you the best that the region has to offer and provides an intimate view of the vineyards, abbeys, wine cellars and chateaux of France. Good quality bikes are also carried on board which means you are free to explore from village to village as and when you like, perhaps cycling ahead of the barge at times to discover places that spark your interest.
Hirondelle’s four bright, airy guest staterooms and her spacious living/dining area provides a very convivial atmosphere for conversation, cocktails and meals alike. Lush plantings extend to the top deck, where tables, deck chairs and colorful umbrellas create delightful areas for relaxing, sunbathing and simply watching the world float by.