The
name La Reine Pedauque
comes from a very old French legend; When translated
into English it means "The goose footed queen".
The story says that the Queen had webbed feet,
she would keep a goose beside her, and so the
loyal subjects would mistake her feet for those
of the goose.
Originally the barge was built in 1923, the 128 foot La Reine Pedauque has been renovated and converted into a luxury hotel barge and offers weekly cruise vacations on the Burgundy canal.
4 Staterooms (choice of Double or Twin beds): 2 Royal Suites, 1 Ambassador Suite, 1 Commodore Suite
Yes - A/C individual climate control
Salon : Salon with comfortable sofas, separate dining room, separate bar at bow and picture windows
Deck : Panoramic sundeck with lounge chairs
The barge has an upper and lower deck, all cabins are on the lower deck, the sundeck, bar, lounge and dinning area are on the upper deck. The barge is air-conditioned throughout and each cabin can be individually controlled.
La Reine Pedauque has four cabins, all of which are suites with either twin or queen sized beds, private bathrooms, opening portholes, bureau and chair, plenty of cupboard space. The barge carries no more than 8 passengers and is available for individuals or charters of 6 to 8 people.
There are two Royal Suites, both identical in size, decorated with taste and the desire to offer space, comfort and light. Guests will also have a HD flat screen TV and DVD player. There are opening portholes, plenty of cupboard space, twin or double beds. Arm chairs and table for writing letters and the quite moments for reading. The independent air-conditioning unit allows you to control the temperature for your own comfort.
Partial view of the bathroom. The en-suite private bathroom has hair dryer, towels, shampoo and shower gel.
The Ambassador Suite is spacious with twin or double beds, a private bathroom, large cupboards, four opening portholes and the same amenities as the Royal Suite. The wood panel finishing adds a nostalgic touch of elegances.
The Commodore Suite is slightly smaller than the other three suites, but is designed to give the maximum comfort and space with two beds, which can be in twin or double, a private bathroom with shower, WC, as well as opening portholes and individual air-conditioning.
Salon & Dining Room:
The upper deck has a large saloon with leather sofas, library, music centre and stylish decoration. The large windows allow a perfect view of the countryside and the air-conditioning adds to your comfort. On the upper deck guests can enjoy an elegant dining room. Carefully polished hardwoods give the La Reine Pedauque an air of luxury whilst still retaining a very boaty' feel.
On Deck:
Guests especially enjoy a very spacious sun deck with comfortable furniture and tables with umbrellas.
Off Boat:
Bicycles are always available for those who wish to explore the surrounding countryside and villages. Daily excursions by private mini-van are also planned for those who would like to discover the local historical sites.
You will travel at the most relaxing pace, passing slowly through small French villages such as Saint Mairie sur Ouche, where the bread is still made in wood fired ovens.
One of the barge's moorings is beside a very typical French cafe, an ideal place to taste some of the local wine and watch the villagers cross the Roman bridge to join you for an aperitif.
It takes little effort to adjust to this way of life, walking along shaded tow paths, the white charolais cattle grazing in deep green pasture, each turn of the canal will open a wonderful view to other villages, old feudal chateaux, distant farms.
Highlights:
You will have a complete insight into the fascinating Burgundy art of wine making, with an excursion into the vineyards and wine producers of the Cote de Beaune.
Visit to Chateauneuf en Auxois, lunch at Volnay in the wine cellar.
11 th Century Cistercian abbey at
La Bussiere.
Shopping in the Rue de la Liberte or the street markets of Dijon.
Exploring enchanting village of Pont de Pany and Chateau la Chassagne.
Gourmet
meals are carefully prepared by your French Chef
and served in a spacious dining area, with some
of the greatest wines from Burgundy to accompany
the delicious dishes.
SAMPLE A LA CARTE' MENU
(a starter, a main dish, a selection wines and a dessert)
STARTERS
Crème de Légumes
Gaspacho aux Légumes
Salade de Chèvre chaud
Eventail tricolore Tomate, Mozzarelle et Courgette au Basilic
Ballottine de Saumon farci, Mayonnaise au Curry, petite Salade
Rosace de Veau au Thon et aux Câpres
Saumon gratiné à la Dijon
Tartare de Saumon et ses Agréments
Feuilleté de Pêcheurs
Médaillons de Lotte dans son Nid de Salade et Tomates Cerises
Salade de Gambas et St Jacques flambées
Feuilleté de Girolles à la Crème de Ciboulette
FISH
Brochette de Poissons poêlée Sauce Vin blanc
Corne d'abondance de Riz safrané
Steak de Thon à la provençale
Quenelles de Ratatouille
Lasagne aux Ecrevisses et Epinards
Sauce Beurre blanc
Escalope de Cabillaud à la Dijonnaise
Julienne de légumes, pommes de terres au beurre
Duo de Lotte et de Saumon à la Sauce aux Baies roses
Perles de légumes
Médaillons de Lotte au Basilic, Sauce hollandaise
Printanière de Légumes
POULTRY
Coq au vin rouge
Pâtes fraîches aux courgettes
Suprême de Volaille et Gambas au Curry Spaghettis de Légumes
MEATS
Buf Bourguignon
Pâtes fraîches aux Carottes
Piccatas de Filet mignon de Veau au Thym
Petits Légumes du Marché Filet de Lapereau poêlé Morilles à la Crème, Olivettes de Légumes Médaillons de Selle d'Agneau dans sa Croûte de Fromage de Chèvre et Pesto
Réduction Pinot noir, Gratin de Pommes de Terre et Courgettes Filet de Buf au Jus Foie gras
Jardinière de Légumes Filet de Buf Façon Chassagne
Gratin Dauphinois, Haricots verts
DESSERTS
Coupe de Fruits rouges Grand Marnier au Fromage blanc à la crème
Tarte chaude aux Pommes, Vanille et Cannelle
Eventail de Poires pochées au Safran et Vin rouge
Crème glacée au Chocolat blanc sur Lit de Fruits rouges
Parfait de Nougat glacé et sa Crème Vanille Fruits
Your
Cruise Includes:
Stateroom with private bath; Full board
and all drinks on board; All excursions
and events listed in the program with guided
visits; Transfers between Château
la Chassagne near Dijon and the boat in
air-conditioned minibus.
