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France is still wild at heart

As well as historical architecture and fine food, you can expect to see plenty of wildlife on a barge cruise in France. Here are some of the natives you might encounter.

There are currently 450 AOC wine varieties in France. In this blog post we describe some favourites we regularly serve onboard the C’est La Vie.

A barge trip & major events in France 2024

Why not combine a barge trip of a lifetime with some of these major events happening in France in 2024?

In the blink of an eye another peak summer season has passed but with plenty of still to look forward to with an autumn on the Loire.

City life, or countryside life is the dilemma, but on a C’est La Vie barge cruise why not enjoy both!

In this blog we share with you through our wonderful client photos what a summer’s day on a barge cruise in France might look like.

Sights & sounds on a barge cruise in France

What is is actually like onboard a barge cruise in France? Well here are a few of the sights and sounds you can expect from a recent trip.

After the long winter, and let’s face it a long couple of years, seeing the first signs of spring here in France is a welcome reminder what’s to come.

There is more to the Champagne region than just bubbly, here we mention a few highlights including several we visit on our barge cruises in France.

Last month we were delighted to welcome our first barge clients since restrictions were lifted. Here are a few highlights from the barge cruise.

Inspiration

France is still wild at heart

French wine favourites

A barge trip & major events in France 2024

Autumn on the Loire

The city, the countryside or both?

A summer’s day on a barge cruise in France

Sights & sounds on a barge cruise in France

Spring is on its way in France

Highlights of the Champagne region

A welcome return to the water