Clair de Lune is a deluxe hotel barge tastefully furnished with cherrywood and African hardwoods that provide a sophisticated, modern interior. She provides superior accommodation for up to 6 guests in three contemporary double or twin en suite staterooms. There is a comfortable, stylish dining area and saloon with picture windows and a large sundeck with a spa pool from which to admire the passing countryside, together with bicycles for exploring the famous towpath.
Below you can find some of the highlights of the cruise we currently offer on Clare de Lune, along with some examples of the cuisine and fine wines the master chef will present you with on board. You can view the current itinerary and map by clicking "Clair de Lune Cruises" on the menu on the right where you will also find links to the photo gallery, deck plan and cruise rates.
Cruise Highlights
Cuisine Aboard
Tour of the fortified City of Carcassonne
Visit Narbonne with its 13thC Gothic Cathedral and lively market
Private Minervois wine tasting at the Domaine Massamier La Mignarde
Private wine tasting at the Château Villemagne
Visit Montolieu, also known as the “Village of Books”
Tour of medieval Lagrasse and its Benedictine abbey
Excellent walking and bicycling
Regional Specialities Foie Gras sur Pain D'Épice Tiède et Confit de Figue; Cuisses de Canards Confites Sauce Forestière; Fondant D'Agneau au Riz de Marseillette; Magret de Canard Confit Sauce Griotte
Wine Cellar
Pic Saint Loup; Borrie de Maurel; Château la Voulte Gasparet; Domaine la Colombette; Picpoul de Pinet; Beauvignac; Domaine Gourganzaud