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CroisiEurope is launching new’ paddlewheel cruises on the Seine River in France, giving travelers a unique way to explore some of the most iconic French destinations.
In 2026, the company will debut two new itineraries aboard the MS R.E. Waydelich L.J., a modern paddlewheel ship that can accommodate up to 81 guests in 42 cabins.
The vessel has a restaurant, a lounge bar with a dance floor and a sun deck.
The five-night “Little Gems of the Seine” voyage will sail round trip from Paris and includes visits to the Château de Fontainebleau, the Île de la Cité; the gardens of Claude Monet in Giverny and the village of La Roche-Guyon. Rates start at $1,694 per person, with departures available from March through November 2026.
CroisiEurope Paddlewheel Cruises in France include the seven-night “The History of France from Paris to Normandy” – which sails round trip from Paris. The ship will call in Melun, Mantes-La-Jolie, Caudebec-en-Caux, Rouen and La Roche Guyon, giving travelers a chance to explore iconic destinations like the Île de la Cité, Versailles and Monet’s gardens in Giverny.
Rates start at $2,398 per person, with departures between April and September 2026.
This article originally appeared in TravelPulse, with additional content from CroisiEuropeRiverCruises.com.
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The MS R.E. WAYDELICH L.J. is CroisiEurope’s third paddle wheel ship. Designed to navigate the romantic Rhine and its tributaries, this 5-anchor vessel offers a refined and intimate cruising experience with 42 stylish cabins across two decks.
Guests can enjoy panoramic views from the restaurant and upper-deck lounge bar, or relax on the spacious sun deck outfitted with loungers and shaded areas. With interiors inspired by the natural landscapes and historic character of Germany—featuring tones of khaki, emerald, and lime green—the ship blends modern elegance with cozy charm.
Itineraries include scenic journeys through the Rhine Valley, where picturesque vineyards, castles, and quaint towns await discovery.
Aboard the Waydelich, you can also discover the Seine Valley, from Paris to the Normandy and the cities of Honfleur, Giverny and Rouen — an opportunity to discover everything that defines the Paris Basin and Normandy between culture, nature and tradition.
Join us aboard the Waydelich for an unforgettable journey!