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Welcome Aboard Vertrouwen
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"Vertrouwen" is cruising the canals and rivers of the Alsace-Lorraine region (eastern France, from Nancy to Strasburg) this coming season.  Widely considered the most picturesque region of France, the Alsace-Lorraine offers beautiful countryside, medieval fortress towns, stately castles, and fine wines and cuisine.  Of cruising interest we will also have the opportunity to transit the inclined-plane lock while touring the Alsace-Lorraine.

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Your skipper introduces you to the cruising life, showing you where the village bargains are and pointing out intriguing bits of local lore. You take the helm as much as you like, or relax on deck as the countryside slowly slips by.

You experience Europe in a way few people do far from the tourist scene, in a totally fascinating and relaxed setting. "Vertrouwen" is your floating home as you discover a true slice of European life.

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Accommodations: Vertrouwen sleeps 4-6 guests in three bedrooms (4th reserved for captain).  Two heads and two showers.

Other Details:   Fully equipped galley.  Generator.  165HPdiesel engine.   Austin Mini on deck.  Folding bicycles and garden set for dining outside as you cruise.

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Charter Rates

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Fully crewed: $8600 per week for 4 people, includes all meals, skipper, fuel, moorage, lock fees, transportation from the nearest train station to the barge.

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Partial Provision: $6800 per week for 4 people. Same as the above except we provide breakfast and lunch and you take care of supper--either sample local restaurants or use our well-equipped galley.

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Skippered Cruise: $6300 per week for 4-6 people. Same as above except you take care of the meals.

Receipt of 30% of the charter fee reserves the booking.  Balance is due 90 days prior to charter.

  

 

Send mail to roger@bargingineurope.com with questions about Barging In Europe.