This part of the canal is known as the Green Way and meanders through the plain between the Vosges and Alsace. It links Saverne to Strasbourg, the gateway to Alsace at the foot of the Vosges Mountains, and meanders through breathtaking scenery.
Its spectacular architecture and many structural works include the 'Saint-Louis-Arzviller inclined plane' (the only one in Europe), where boats are hoisted up a steep incline through the Vosges.
Highlights of this spectacular itinerary include a visit to the majestic Château du Haut-Barr, and a guided tour of picturesque Saverne.
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Strasbourg and Alsace - XOS_AIPP
Day 1 - Strasbourg - Lagarde (France)
Possible transfer (at an additional charge) by coach from Strasbourg to Lagarde. Embark ship. After comfortably settling into your cabin, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail.
Day 2 - Lagarde - Xouaxange
We'll spend the day cruising towards Xouaxange.
Day 3 - Xouaxange - Lutzelbourg
In the morning, follow Chagall's Way in Saarburg. We'll cruise to Lutzelbourg. Candlelight lunch while passing through the tunnels. This afternoon, travel the Saint-Louis-Arzviller inclined plane. Stopover at the Lehrer Crystal Glassworks. We'll continue on to Lutzelbourg and arrive in the evening.
Day 4 - Lutzelbourg - Saverne
We’ll walk to the Château de Lutzelbourg. The ship will cruise to Saverne and arrive at the beginning of the afternoon. We’ll visit the Château du Haut-Barr, also known as the “Eye of Alsace.” Afterward, we’ll return to Saverne for a guided tour of the city. At the end of our afternoon, we’ll return on board the ship. Dinner will be tarte flambée, a local specialty, at a restaurant (included with cruise).
Day 5 - Saverne - Waltenheim
We’ll spend the morning cruising to Hochefelden. In the afternoon, join us for an excursion to the lush region of Kochersberg and a visit to the Maison du Kochersberg museum and the Villa Meteor. At the end of our day, we’ll return on board the ship in Waltenheim-sur-Zorn.
Day 6 - Waltenheim - Strasbourg
We’ll spend the morning cruising to Strasbourg. Enjoy a tour-boat ride through the oldest section of the city in the afternoon. After our excursion, we’ll return on board the ship. Tonight is our festive gala evening.
Day 7 - Strasbourg
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking
The Captain reserves the right to modify the itinerary in the light of tidal and other conditions