Barging In Burgundy

In the summer of 1999, Erasmus Kloman and his family chartered a barge and piloted it along the lovely Burgundy and Nivernais canals in France. In "Barging in Burgundy" Mr. Kloman combines a narrative travelogue with practical how-to-do-it instructions. He tells readers what they need to know about taking a barge trip — including how to determine which barge company to procure, what supplies to bring on board, and how to maneuver the locks encountered on the trip. At the same time, he lyrically describes the romance of travel in Burgundy, its remarkable history, breathtaking architecture, its wines and hearty cuisines. Also included are a list of sites worth a visit, restaurants, emergency numbers, and recipes from the region. This is a wonderful resource guide for adventurous travelers contemplating a barge trip or readers who just want to vicariously experience the beauty and tranquility of a barge trip through the French countryside.

For adventurous travelers who like boating, good eating, the French countryside and history, this practical and lyrical guide to bare barging takes you on a delightful voyage to some of the most beautiful waterways of Burgundy.

Erasmus Kloman has pursued a dual career as painter and writer since his retirement from government service. He is the author of "Sojourn in Gascony: Pleasures of the Palette" and "Apartment in Paris: Renting, Roaming, Wining, and Dining." He and his wife, Suzanne, live in Washington, D.C. and travel to France annually.