Barge Connection: Navigate Europe in self-drive or skippered Barges

The Barge Connection

Luxury European Barge Vacations

  Barge Connection: the picturesque countryside through the canals and rivers of France, England, Holland, Scotland and Ireland never leaving the comforts of your luxury accommodations. Barge cruising is a wonderful way to capture the true essence of rural Europe with new and exciting destinations each day.

Excellent regional cuisine and fine wines are served daily to enhance the overall cruising experience. Let the friendly crews share their love and knowledge of the countryside. Sit back and relax or take part in one of the many historical excursions offered daily.

Hotel Barges: offer opulent private cabins, comfortable lounges and enjoyable sundecks, perfect for viewing the passing scenery.

Self-Drive Barges: allow you to take leisurely control of your vacation as you become the pilot for a relaxing journey through idyllic landscapes.

Themed Cruises: have their own personality, catering to your specific interests, such as walking, biking, golfing, or wine tasting.If you are new to barge vacations, click on “Plan Your Vacation” for detailed information and answers to frequently asked questions. Let The Barge Connection connect you to the ultimate European vacation.

The Barge Connection Printed Catalog: You can download PDF files from our catalog by clicking on “Current Catalog” in the upper left corner of this page. You will need Acrobat Reader installed on your computer to open a PDF file copied to your computer, but can view the pages online without this software.
  Self Drives by Name with barging regions


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