Rising from the wine-making region of Burgundy, the Seine River begins its journey near the town of Dijon, and flows past Paris on its way to the English Channel. The beauty of the Seine is the quintessential French waterway, having inspired the masterpieces of Monet, Renoir, and Seurat, to name a few.
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Gently rambling, eagerly flowing,
wildly rushing…each of Europe’s legendary waterways have a distinct personality and
a long, fascinating history.
GREAT RIVERS
TO ROAM
Spain
Holland
Czech Republic
Austria
Switzerland
France
Belgium
Slovakia
Hungary
Romania
Croatia
Serbia
Bulgaria
SaÔne
RhÔne
Moselle
rhine
waterways of holland & belgium
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upper danube
lower danube
the Seine River
Meandering over 300 miles, the Moselle River flows through the picturesque landscapes of France, Luxembourg, and Germany. From its source in the mountain forests of France to the German vineyards of the Moselle Valley, it continues to join the Rhine River in the ancient town of Koblenz.
the moselle River
From its source in the Swiss Alps, the Rhine River flows over 700 miles to The Netherlands' North Sea. It continues past some of Europe's most historic cities, captivating cathedrals, and fairytale castles through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, gentle vineyards of the Rhine Valley, and legendary landscapes of the Black Forest.
the rhine River
The Maine River rises from the mountains of Bavaria and flows over 300 miles through some of Germany's most spectacular scenery. From the German highland valleys to the vineyards of Würzburg, the Main River links the Rhine and Danube Rivers to create a 2,200-mile waterway from the North Sea to the Black Sea.
the MAIN River
Flowing more than 480 kilometers through the
vineyard-clad Burgundy, the stunning Saône River
gently rolls between the shores of the French countryside. Past quaint cities and charming towns,
the Saône continues to its confluence with the
Rhône River in lovely Lyon.
the saÔne River
From Burgundy to the blue waters of the Côte d'Azur, the Rhône River flows through France's lush landscapes, ancient architecture, and culinary cities celebrating La belle vie of vineyards, views of Van Gogh, and the pleasures of Provence.
the rhÔne River
The Upper Danube River dazzles as it flows through some of Europe’s most stunning cities and tranquil towns. Vineyards and lush landscapes are dotted with captivating castles, abbeys, and charming cobblestone. The legendary Blue Danube winds its way from grand Budapest to peaceful Melk to the glittering city of Vienna—and many hidden surprises along its course.
the upper danube River
From Budapest to Bucharest, the lower Danube River winds its way past colossal cliff carvings and ancient natural wonders of the Iron Gates Gorge, revealing a world of warm traditions that inspire the imaginations of all who discover the Danube's beauty and mystery.
the Lower danube River
Tulips, windmills, and wooden shoes come to mind when dreaming of the wonderful waterways of The Netherlands. Sail in tulip season for a kaleidescope of color, where the Dutch masters captured the beauty that still awaits today from Amsterdam to Brussels.
Waterways of HOLLAND
& BELGIUM
Remich
Cochem
Koblenz
Bernkastel
Trier
Bamberg
Nuremberg
Würzburg
Frankfurt
Breisach
Strasbourg
Basel
Zürich
Mainz
Rüdesheim
Cologne
Lyon
Mâcon
Beaune
Chalon-sur-Saône
Lyon
Port St Louis
Arles
Vienne
Avignon
Viviers
Maastricht
Ghent
Kinderdijk
Antwerp
Brussels
Keukenhof
Amsterdam
Melk
Nuremberg
Passau
Regensburg
Dürnstein
Bratislava
Vienna
Belgrade
Iron Gates
Belogradchik
Danube Delta
Mohács
Novi Sad
Pécs
Budapest
Budapest
Oltenita
SEINE
dijon
Le Havre
NormandY beaches
Paris
Rouen
Les Andelys
Giverny
Paris
Meaning “River of Gold,” the Douro truly is a treasure that reveals the gems of Portugal’s wine region. Weaving a course through some of Europe’s most captivating vistas and charming villages.
the DOURO River
DOURO
Braga
Leverinho
Pocinho
Pinhao
Porto Antigo
Porto
Germany
Portugal
Spain
Garonne
The Garonne River flows from the central Spanish Pyrenees to the converge with the Dordogne River at the French port of Bordeaux. Coursing serenely through one of France’s most idyllic countrysides, the Garonne carves a course steeped in fascinating history, architecture, gastronomy,
and the famous wine, of course.
tHE GARONNE &
DORDOGNE RIVERS
Blaye
Pauillac
Libourne
Saint-Émilion
Bourg
Bordeaux
Dordogne
Barca D'Alva
Guimaraes
Ferradosa