Panache

Sunday, Day 1 Strasbourg

Guests are met in Strasbourg** and transferred by private chauffeured minibus to Panache for a champagne welcome and the first opportunity to meet your crew. Perhaps there is time for a walk or cycle ride before dinner on board.

Monday, Day 2 Strasbourg to Vendenheim

Our day starts with a tour of the beautiful ‘capital city of Europe’ including, of course, a visit to the 12th century Gothic pink sandstone cathedral, home to an astronomical Renaissance clock and soaring spire. We visit Place Gutenberg and explore La Petite France, a pedestrian area brimming with half-timbered houses, boutique shops and cafés. After lunch on board the barge, we cruise past the impressive European Parliament building on the outskirts of Strasbourg and on to our mooring at Vendenheim. Dinner on board.

Tuesday, Day 3 Vendenheim to Hochfelden

This morning, we enjoy a cruise to Hochfelden, followed by lunch on board. In the afternoon we enjoy a scenic drive on the Route des Vins d’Alsace and have at a private tasting a renowned Domaine. Dinner on board

Wednesday, Day 4 Hochfelden to Saverne

This morning, we cruise further along the canal to the enchanting town of Saverne. After lunch we take a walking tour of the town and drive up to Château Haut-Barr to enjoy the wonderful views. This evening, we dine ashore at a traditional Alsatian restaurant.

Thursday, Day 5 Saverne to Lutzelbourg

This morning, we enjoy a cruise to our mooring at the picture postcard village of Lutzelbourg, which is surrounded by hills and overlooked by the ruins of the medieval castle. In the afternoon, we visit the mountaintop town of La Petite Pierre, then tour the outstanding René Lalique collection and see over 500 exceptional examples of Art Nouveau and Art Deco glassware. Dinner on board

Friday, Day 6 Lutzelbourg to Niderviller

For early risers, there is an option to go with the Captain to collect fresh pâtissiers from the local baker. We continue our cruise through beautiful Alsatian countryside, stopping off to see artisan glassblowers en route. We then ascend the unique Arzviller boat elevator that carries Panache 450 feet up the mountainside in minutes and enjoy a candlelit cruise through the two Arzviller tunnels, eventually reaching our final mooring at Niderviller. After lunch on board, we set off on a tour of Sarrebourg, including visits to the 13th century chapel containing Marc Chagall’s remarkable stained-glass window and the impressive museum of Roman and Medieval artefacts. Captain’s Farewell Dinner on board.

Saturday, Day 7 Niderviller

After breakfast, guests are transferred by private chauffeured minibus to their choice of location in Strasbourg**.

*This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change
On alternate weeks the cruise is in the reverse direction
**Other locations available for Private Charter bookings