Welcome Aboard French Hotel Barge Nymphea

The 6-passenger French hotel barge Nymphea is of classic Dutch design with shallow draft making her the ideal vessel for navigating the beautiful canals and rivers of Brittany. Experience the relaxed pace of life on Brittany’s historic canals.

French Hotel Barge Nymphea on the bank of the canal in Brittany France

French Hotel Barge Nymphea cruises the Canal de Nantes à Brest in Brittany

Her traditional ship interior features a warm classic decor of rich varnished hardwoods, stained glass, and shining brass. The lovely furnished salon and dining area has a warm and welcoming country house atmosphere, plus there is an upper salon area with additional comfortable seating.

Nymphea has three comfortable, cozy cabins with twin beds. All guests cabins have air conditioning and ensuite, private bathrooms.

Sitting outside on the sundeck is the perfect vantage point from which to admire the next picturesque waterside village, historic château, or stunning stretch of Breton countryside as it slowly comes into view. Guests may also explore the towpaths and surrounding landscape by bicycle, with six bikes available for use.

Nymphea’s crew, including the Captain/Tour Leader and Master Chef, are highly knowledgeable about the history, culture, and cuisine of Brittany, and will ensure your journey along the region’s canals and rivers is a truly memorable experience.

French Hotel Barge Nymphea moored outside the Château de Josselin

Barge Nymphea outside of Château de Josselin

Cruise highlights:

Visit the dramatic Châteaude Josselin interiors and famed gardens
Discover the Menhirs de Monteneuf Neolithic standing stones
Private wine tasting at Le vignoble de Rhuys-Dantelezh
Dine at Michelin-starred Maison Tiegezh showcasing Breton cuisine
Tour of Malestroit’s traditional market with your private chef
Sample Brittany’s renowned cider at Cidrerie du Clos de la Ruaudaie
Visit Rochefort-en-Terre, a village so beautiful it’s barred from competitions!
Take in France’s largest outdoor photography festival
Enjoy a luxury barge cruise

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