French River Cruise Highlights on the Loire
Discover just a few of the incredible cultural highlights you will experience on the best French river cruises in the Loire Valley.
(firmenpresse) - A gentle jaunt along the waterways of France is a great way to experience some of the country
The best French river cruises in the country are bound to include visits to the following places.
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The Loire Valley is renowned for its incredible ch
Of all the magnificent castles in the region, Chenonceau is one of the best. French river cruises approach the building via the River Cher as the castle overlooks this beautiful waterway. The building was bought by the French King Henri II for his mistress. However when he died Henri
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Near Amboise Castle is a manor house called Clos Luc
Gardens of Villandry
The best French river cruises will guide you towards the oasis of calm at the gardens of Ch
The gardens fell into disrepair in the 1800s but were recreated at the beginning of the twentieth century. Each of the six gardens has their own unique character. They include a vast vegetable garden
Troglodyte Caves
Silk production began in Touraine in 1470 under command of King Louis XI. As the royal court was based in the Loire valley, the precious fabric was in great demand. The industry only came to a halt when the French revolution brought chaos to the country. With nineteenth-century mechanical looms, the silk industry in the region was revived.
Silkworms were bred in alcoves scooped out of local caves. However, it used to be common for people to live in caves in this region also. People who live in cave dwellings are called "troglodytes". The best French river cruises will include visits to discover the history of silk production in the region, as well as exploring the traditional troglodyte cave dwellings.
The Loire Valley is a very popular place visit
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Paul Newman is the Marketing and E-Systems Executive for European Waterways, the UK''s most respected provider of the best French river cruises with all-inclusive, luxury itineraries. Part of a team of experienced barging aficionados, Paul is first in line to endorse the perks of a slow-paced barge cruise to anyone looking for a unique holiday experience.
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Paul Newman is the Marketing and E-Systems Executive for European Waterways, the UK''s most respected provider of the best French river cruises with all-inclusive, luxury itineraries. Part of a team of experienced barging aficionados, Paul is first in line to endorse the perks of a slow-paced barge cruise to anyone looking for a unique holiday experience.
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