Notre-Dame & Champagne cruise: rediscover Paris from the Seine, glass in hand

There’s Paris… and then there’s Paris as seen from the Seine.
With its new experience, Bateaux Parisiens offers an invitation as elegant as it is sensory: a cruise entirely dedicated to Notre-Dame Cathedral, designed as a moment out of time.

On board, the hustle and bustle of the city slowly fades away. The light fades, the quays recede, and the silhouette of Notre-Dame appears, majestic, almost unreal. From the Seine, the monument reveals itself in a different light: fuller, clearer and more moving. A rare perspective, far from the crowds, that restores all its power to this Gothic masterpiece.

A lively cultural immersion

What makes this cruise unique is the way it tells the story of Paris.
There are no impersonal audio guides here. Enthusiastic guides bring the cathedral’s history to life through anecdotes, architectural secrets and little-known tales.

Every detail takes on meaning, every stone seems to tell a story. Notre-Dame is rediscovered not as a fixed monument, but as a living place, full of stories and emotions.

Champagne, sweetness and art of living

But the experience doesn’t end with contemplation. It extends to a finely thought-out moment of tasting.
A glass of champagne accompanies the crossing, accompanied by a delicate madeleine, a gourmet nod to the French art of living.

For those who wish, alternatives are available, as well as a range of sweet and savoury dishes on board, allowing you to extend this interlude in a friendly, refined atmosphere.

The result is a subtle balance of culture, pleasure and elegance. An experience to be savored with the eyes as well as the senses.

A new way to experience Paris

With this cruise, Bateaux Parisiens confirms its expertise in transforming a simple ride into a truly immersive experience.
Here, everything is designed to slow you down. To observe. To feel.
We come to rediscover an iconic monument, but leave with a rarer sensation: that of having experienced a moment apart.
A perfect idea for a summer evening, a date, or simply to (re)fall in love with Paris.

Practical information
Bateaux Parisiens

📍 Boarding point: Quai de Montebello, 75005 Paris (at the foot of Notre-Dame)

Departures: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Periods:
– Friday & Saturday from April 3 to June 14, 2026
– Thursday & Saturday from June 15 to 28
– Tuesday & Saturday from July 1 to August 30
– Friday & Saturday from September 1 to 26

Price: €39 (€30 for children under 12)