Cherbourg and Bruges

Aboard Queen Anne with Cunard Line

Departure Date

11 October 2024

Duration

4 Nights

Cruise Only From

£521pp

Cruise Reference

ART-0CHCU16

Cruise Overview

Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port.

It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux.

The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.
In 1895 work began to construct a new seaport and harbour next to the tiny village of Zeebrugge, situated on the North Sea coast.

Today the fast-expanding port of Zeebrugge is one of the busiest in Europe and its marina is Belgium’s most important fishing port.

Many attempts were made to destroy this important port during both World Wars.

Zeebrugge is ideally located for discovering the historic city of Bruges, and delightful seaside resorts with long sandy beaches can be visited by using the trams that run the whole length of the Belgian coast.

Please note that no food may be taken ashore in Belgium.

We shall not be offering shuttle buses to Bruges, but you may visit the city on an optional excursion: those visiting Bruges should note that there may be quite a long walk from the coach to the town centre.
Originally a little fishing village, Cherbourg has developed into a historic port designed by Vauban.

This was also a strategic naval port during the Napoleonic wars; there is a marina with over 1000 moorings.

“Cap de la Hague” is to the West and the “Pointe de Barfleur” to the East.

This port, which belongs to Normandy, is a region that has provided inspiration for countless artists and writers, and is the land of apple orchards and rolling farmland dotted with villages of half-timbered houses.

Boasting a wealth of abbeys and châteaux, as well as a superb coastline, it offers something for everyone.

Cherbourg was also the first stop of RMS Titanic after it left Southampton, England.

On 19 June 1864, the naval engagement between USS Kearsarge and CSS Alabama took place off Cherbourg.

The Battle of Cherbourg, fought in June 1944 following the Normandy Invasion, ended with the capture of Cherbourg on June 30.

Cruise Itinerary

Aboard Queen Anne

Launch Year: 2024 Length: 323 Width: 34 Currency: Capacity: 2560 Crew Count: 1050 Deck Count: Cabin Count: 1331

Queen Anne’s breathtaking interiors take inspiration from our past to define a striking new design direction for our future. Come on board to discover a ship that is modern, yet timeless. A ship that offers both exciting, novel experiences, as well as our much-loved signature venues.

On a Queen Anne voyage feel inspired by the blend of classic and contemporary. Enjoy the freedom to do as little or as much as you choose and indulge in everything that makes a Cunard ship so special. With luxurious flourishes enhanced by stylish décor, every day on Queen Anne offers a chance to sail the world in unparalleled comfort.

Let tension dissipate in the tranquillity that awaits at the Mareel Spa, delight in the ceremony of our signature Afternoon Tea, and enjoy that extra special feeling as you descend into the Grand Lobby in your Gala Evening finery. Above all, rest easy in the knowledge that the finer details have been taken care of.

We look forward to welcoming you on board.

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