The hotel barge L'Art de Vivre cruising in Burgundy on the beautiful, rural Canal du Nivernais between Auxerre and Clamecy.
The hotel barge L'Art de Vivre cruising in Burgundy between Auxerre and Clamecy.
The towpaths along the cruise route offer the perfect opportunity to walk or cycle along the cruise route using the bicycles provided on-board.
L'Art de Vivre's inviting Salon -- gathering place as the day begins and before dining, and for conversation after dinner.
One of the four cabins on L'Art de Vivre, here configured with a queen bed.
All cabins are configurable with one queen or two twin beds.
One of the four cabins on L'Art de Vivre, here configured with two twin beds.
All cabins are configurable with either a queen or two twin beds.
Bathroom in one of the four cabins on L'Art de Vivre; all bathrooms and cabins are nearly identical.
Above, L'Art de Vivre's sundeck, with comfortable table for alfresco dining.
Below, L'Art de Vivre's spa pool -- perfect for relaxation after a day of exploring the Burgundy countryside.
L'Art de Vivre's bar.
L'Art de Vivre's bar.
Excursion destinations for L'Art de Vivre may include the cathedral at Vezelay, above left,
and the Château of Bazoches, home of Marechal Vauban, above right.
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