Panache - Canal de la Marne au Rhin

Panache - Canal de la Marne au Rhin
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Trip Overview

Lovely Panache cruises past the quaint canalside towns of Alsace. Visit Strasbourg’s Gothic cathedral, stroll the charming Petit France district, drive the scenic Route des Vins d’Alsace and admire Chagall’s stained glass at a 13th-century chapel.

Operated by Abercrombie & Kent aboard A&K Panache.

Cruise Highlights

The inviting salon features a stereo, television and plenty of CDs and movies

The sun deck is partially covered for open-air dining and features a spa tub

Borrow one of the provided bicycles for a relaxing ride along the canal

Sleeps 12 in six queen/twin cabins, each outward facing with en suite bathroom

A crew of six keeps everything on board running smoothly

Fabulous cuisine is provided by the barge's own Master Chef from sumptuous breakfast to a delicious buffet or picnic ending in a four or five course dinner each evening

Daily Itinerary

You are met in Strasbourg and transferred to the barge, moored in nearby Krafft, where a welcome reception awaits followed by dinner on board.

Cruise through the Grand Ried wetlands with their abundant birdlife this morning. After lunch, visit Strasbourg's 12th-century Gothic cathedral and explore the pedestrian area of the Petit France district.

After breakfast, cruise to picturesque Waltenheim-sur-Zorn. Later, drive through the rolling Vosges hills along the Route des Grands Vins to a private tasting of the region's famous Alsatian wines. Enjoy dinner ashore at a traditional restaurant.

Cruise to enchanting Saverne for a walking tour through the picturesque town.

After a cruise to Lutzelbourg, visit the mountaintop village of La Petite Pierre and view the outstanding René Lalique collection with its exceptional examples of Art Nouveau and Art Deco glassware.

Visit a patisserie and a local crystal glassworks before the barge ascends a unique boat elevator at Arzviller. In Sarrebourg, visit a 13th-century chapel with remarkable stained glass by Marc Chagall. Tonight's dinner is a gala farewell hosted by your barge captain.

After breakfast on board, return to Strasbourg.

Pricing & Options

From $8,950

per guest · 6 nights

Departure dates

  • 29 Nov 2026 – 5 Dec 2026On request
  • 6 Dec 2026 – 12 Dec 2026On request
  • 13 Dec 2026 – 19 Dec 2026On request

Prices are a guide and vary with season, cabin category and party size. Your advisor will confirm the exact cost before anything is booked.

The Ship: A&K Panache

Deck Plan

A&K Panache deck plan

About the ship

The graceful canal barge Panache accommodates 12 guests among six en suite cabins. Stretching 129 feet in length, the vessel affords ample room to relax with a salon, sun decks and spa tub. Guests enjoy fine regional food and wine while taking in the stunning scenery as it drifts by, pausing every so often for local shore excursions on foot or bicycle.

  • 12 guests

Cabins

Cabin

oceanview · sleeps 2

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Panache - Canal de la Marne au Rhin