When your narrowboat glides along on the river Ouse an into the town of Ely you will quickly spot the most important landmark of the town: The beautiful cathedral from the beginning of the last millennium. The impressive stone building took more than 300 years to complete, and you will definitely be drawn to the huge architectonic masterpiece.

Besides the magnificent characteristic towers, the cathedral is also home to a museum for art of tainted glass. Here you will see some the most beautiful artworks created from tainted glass anywhere in the world.

Ely is located in the middle of the vast marshland of Eastern England. Until the 17^thcentury the only way to visit the town was to sail here. Markets are an important of the town’s identity. They are held every week and are well worth a visit if you want to feel the special Ely atmosphere.