Full Itinerary and Tour details for

Luxembourg - , 7 day Bike & Barge Tour (LBF)

Prices starting from. Trip Duration. Max Passengers. 949 € 7 days 18

Start and Finish. Activity Level. Wasserbillig to 1

Experience. Tour Code. Bike & Barge Tours Europe #B1/2419 Luxembourg - Lorraine, France 7 day Bike & Barge Tour (LBF)

Tour Details and Description

Journey through the green countryside of the Lorraine District in France. Often called the Pays de Trois Frontieres - the land of three frontiers, as it shares it's borders with Germany, Belgium and Luxembourg. The bloodiest battle of World War I - the Battle for - took place on Lorraine's unfortunate soil. Cycle along well maintained bike paths between the rivers of and and prepare to immerse yourself in a truly fascinating cultural and historical region of north eastern France.

Ship Category: Standard Plus

The barge was built in 1929 as a freighter of type 'luxury motor.In 1993 the ship was converted into a passenger ship. She was renovated and rebuilt during winter 2011/2012. It is a great ship to relax after a bike ride.

Capacity: max. 19 people Cabins: 9 double cabins. All cabins with private bathroom and central heating. Split-level beds. Elec. 220 V

The ship complies with the strict safety regulations laid down by the Dutch Shipping Inspection Authorities. On board you find a cosy dining room, a sun deck to relax after your bike tour. All cabins are provided with hot and cold water, private shower and toilet, 220 voltage and central heating. There is limited storage space in the cabin. We recommend 1 suitcase p.p. You can slide the suitcase under the bed once you have unpacked.

Do not expect a luxury cruise ship. The Bike and Boat Holidays are for people who really enjoy the physical activity of cycling and who value sociability more than wholesale luxury.

Included in the Bike and Barge Tour:

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Journey and accommodation on board 7 days/ 6 nights (Saturday –Friday) 6 x breakfasts 6 x lunch packet 6 x dinner on board Use of bed sheets, towels (daily towel change possible) Tour guide who bikes along Guided city tours Coffee and tea on board in the afternoon Port and lock fees

Not included in the tour:

Transfer on Saturday and Friday from and to the ship Drinks on board Excursions

Arrival / departure:

Wasserbillig is on a regular train line from Luxembourg central station. A train runs from the airport to central Toul is near Nancy on the direct train line from Paris Itinerary to .

Car parks at both Wasserbillig and Toul are difficult to

find so not recommended to leave your car for the Day 1 week.

Bicycle rent: normal bike (€80) or E bike (€200) Wasserbillig - Cycling Distance 15 km The crew of Please book through our office at your barge welcomes you on board around 3.00 pm [email protected] in the border village of Wasserbillig. The start of your journey is a short bike trip along the River Sauer. Cycling tour available as guided August 29 and September 26 2020 Day 2

Bike insurance €10,- (to be paid on board) Waserbillig - Remich - Nennig - Cycling Distance 35 km After breakfast, you will cycle towards the town of Remich regarded as "The Pearl of the River Moselle". A small, European town encircled by an unbroken view of forests and vineyards. Along the way cycle to the Roman Villa Nennig . Here you will find the most beautiful and largest examples of 2nd and 3rd

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century Roman mosaic art. an old canalled part of the Moselle and soak up the magical scenery of the area. Eventually you will arrive Day 3 at the quiet little French village of Pompey.

Nennig - Schengen - Thionville - Cycling Distance 40 Day 6 km Today you will visit the small yet famous village of Schengen. Famous for the Schengen Agreement. Pompey - - Cycling Distance 30 km Today Signed in 1985 to abolish many EU borders and the cycle path leads you along the connecting enable passport-free movement. From Schengen you channel between the Moselle and the Meurthe to will continue your journey through the narrow Moselle Nancy. After a visit to this metropolitan city the tour Valley that becomes flatter and wider as you begin to continues to the old fortress-city of Liverdun. There, leave Luxembourg and ride towards France. When it your barge will await you at an idyllic spot. is coffee time, the crew of your barge will expect you in Thionville - a city made rich from a bygone metal Day 7 industry. A city of historical and beautiful buildings left behind by Romans, Luxembourgers and the Liverdun - Toul - Cycling Distance 17 km From Spaniards after several conquests. Liverdun we cycle in the direction of Toul. A small, charming fortress-city with a rich history situated at Day 4 the Moselle’s riverside. After a cup of coffee in the afternoon, the boat crew says goodbye. NOTE: 2019 Thionville - - Cycling Distance 35 km Today is Guided Tours: 24 Aug and 7 Sept / Self-guided tours dedicated to an industrial heritage that made this 21 Sept and 5 Oct region so great. Cycle past old steel factories and pumping-stations and witness examples of monumental cultural achievements. As you ride along the Moselle River down shady bike paths you will also enjoy the natural beauty of the region until you reach the very well-known city of Metz. Once in Metz you will be taken on a guided walk through the city squares and terraces that Metz is so proud of. Admire the Centre Pompidou, the Cathedral and so much more.

Day 5

Metz - Pompay - Cycling Distance 55 or 25 km option Now it’s time for a somewhat more adventurous trip. The old towpaths of the Moselle River take you to the picturesque Pont-à-. You can choose to stay on board the barge and start your bike tour at Pont-à-Mousson if you wish. Pont-à-Mousson is a city situated on both banks of the Moselle. Cycle through

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