Luxury canal barging in France on the Esperance or the Elegance is a treat to an authentic and unforgettable journey. This two hotel barges have their own specificities and have been given their own atmosphere and identity.
Both the Esperance and the Elegance display a huge sundeck with jacuzzi . They can accommodate up to 6 guests. 4 crew members will take care of your well-being during your stay on the beautiful Canal du Midi .”Let the world float by”
The Esperance
The Esperance has preserved her original lines as well as her name. The interior on the other hand has been redesigned as a private yacht with 3 huge bedrooms of 200 sq. ft with ensuite bathrooms, offering an incomparable level of quality and comfort. The layout is bright and spacious; the hand made furniture is built of solid teak, with many luxury items and beautiful artwork.
The Elegance
The Elegance is a very unique type of luxury barge Inspired by the Orient-Express train . This former passenger boat has been tastefully decorated with French craftsman René Lalique’s famous 1928 glass panels, rich woods and marquetry, beautiful Art deco wallpapers and many more handpicked items. With its huge picture windows, it really is a gem of coziness and brightness, not to mention the unusual ceiling height (7’2ft). The barge also has three suites with ensuite bathrooms : London, Paris and Venice. They all have their own decor and atmosphere.
