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European Waterways Luxury Canal Barge Anjodi
An introduction to barge cruising on the Canal du Midi and Anjodi:
In the 17th century in the south of France, Pierre-Paul Riquet created a masterpiece. His canvas stretched from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean Sea… Riquet engineered the Canal du Midi, a 240-km long canal which along with the Canal de Garonne connects the Atlantic to the Mediterranean. The canal is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Cruising the UNESCO World Heritage Site Canal du Midi in France
What was once a primary waterway for commerce and trade, the Canal du Midi is now a recreational mecca for canal boating and barge cruising. For over thirty years, European Waterways has been fine-tuning its fleet of luxury hotel barges, boasting a resplendent flotilla of some of the finest luxury vessels to ply the canal. Wave Journey enjoyed the warm embrace of Anjodi and her crew for an unforgettable journey along the Canal du Midi from Le Somail to Marseillan in the Languedoc region of southern France.
Anjodi’s Salon
Anjodi, a classic Dutch barge refurbished in African hardwoods, rich handcrafted paneling and brass accents, effuses old-world charm. With four staterooms, allowing for a maximum of eight passengers, this 102′ x 16.5′ barge provided us with a delightful setting for intimate socializing and grand camaraderie with our fellow passengers. The spacious deck with ample and comfortable seating afforded unbridled views of the fall foliage as we cruised along the plane tree-lined canal. The salon with comfy couches, loads of reading material, games and music made for a perfect respite before easing into the dining area for meal after meal of gastronomic pleasure created primarily from regional delicacies, local produce, cheeses and wines.
Delicious Dining Aboard Anjodi
Anjodi lends itself to decadence. The feel of luxury abounds. A week on this luxury barge hotel provides ample time to relax, be quiet and contemplative with picture-book surroundings, explore amazingly gorgeous villages, as well as, historical sites and wineries. If a guest is so inclined, a walk or a bike ride on the towpath is easily accomplished just by asking. The slow pace of the barge makes for easy coordinating of exercise along the path. Thank goodness for digital photography, as photo opportunities are endless along the canal. Anjodi is an idyllic getaway for a family or a group of friends. Short of that, count on your fellow passengers becoming friends soon after the champagne welcome!
Exploring the South of France with European Waterways
Itinerary:
Welcome Aboard Anjodi in Le Somail
Guided Tour of Carcassonne
Lunch is Served Aboard Anjodi
Dinner in Beziers at La Raffiniere Restaurant
Going Through the 7-Lock Flight of Fonserannes in Beziers
Exploring Pezenas
Anjodi Cruising the Canal du Midi in the South of France
If You Go:
Note: Viv & Jill were guests of European Waterways on the Canal du Midi aboard luxury canal barge Anjodi during an October 2009 visit to France.
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