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Boating Holidays in Alsace Lorraine

Alsace is a small region in the North East of France close to Saarland in Germany. It boasts stunning architecture and fabulous art throughout the region. The network of elegant rivers and canals to the enchanting cities of Nancy, Metz, Lutzelbourg and Strasbourg. where birds nest high on the chimney tops and window boxes of graceful flowers provide vibrant splashes of colour.

Relax and take in some refreshments en route at ancient timber-framed Auberges and sample the regions renowned light, refreshing wines and beers and unique cuisine.

The Alsace region boasts more Michelin starred restaurants than any other in France. This region overlooks the valleys below, the river Moselle in Metz is well worth visiting for its cathedrals and stunning stained glass windows have earned it the name Gods Lantern.

Strasbourg is a charming assortment of old and new, its superb cathedral, cobbled streets and 19th century mansions perch comfortably next to the many modern-day buildings in a habitat that is the destination of the European parliament.

A small journey east is the German border. Here you can enjoy relaxed cruising in the naturally beautiful province of Saarland and immerse yourself in the laid-back ambience and pavement cafe culture of its capital, Saarbrucken.

Regional Places Of Interest

Strasbourg Take a trip to visit UNESCO World Heritage city. Here you will find stunning, superb restaurants and welcoming cosmopolitan charm

Frances oldest church, 4th century Saint-Pierre-aux-Nonnais Basilica and the marvelous stained glass windows in St. Stephens cathedral at Metz

Saarland in Germany wonderful for those who enjoy nature

Baroque Castle and Johanners open air market-square of Saarbrucken faultless atmosphere for a meal in the sunlight

The Arzviller Boat Lift a master piece of engineering which raises or lowers your boat 44m in just 18 minutes!

Superlative scenery the Vosges mountains and the Black Forest outline your route

Watersports, walking and cycle rides something for everyone! Take a cycle path from Strasbourg and ride the whole route to Boofzheim!

UNESCO World heritage 'Volkinger Hutte' perches on the river Saar. A former industrial plant now houses art exhibitions, concerts and other festivals.

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