A musical cruise featuring a traditional Fado performance, the iconic Portuguese singing style, set aboard a boat on the Marne River.

Are you familiar with cruises along the Marne? From April to October, curious visitors can enjoy dozens of different boat rides along the river, offering a unique way to explore the region’s landscapes. These excursions cover a variety of themes, ranging from culinary delights to historical discovery. On April 19 and October 11, 2026, Cap sur la Marne invites you to embark on a journey towards Portugal, where you can listen to some fado. Let yourself be carried away by the soulful songs and the traditional guitar of this melancholic musical genre, drifting into a different world.

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During this 1h30 cruise, enjoy a real private concert on the water, offered by Philippe de Sousa and his team, who over the years have become the reference for Portuguese guitar in France. After learning the instrument with Carlos Gonçalves, who accompanied the singer Amália Rodrigues, Philippe de Sousa perpetuates this traditional song born in Lisbon almost two centuries ago. All that remains is to embark for Neuilly-Plaisance!

The program

• April 19, 2026: A performance of traditional Fado by Joana Pereira