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    Exclusive discounts and benefits                                          More opportunities to create
    if you holiday with us again…                                             those special ‘moments’
                                                                              Whether seeking ‘tried and trusted’ or ‘new and unexpected’                           A MOMENT
    Anyone who travels with Le Boat automatically becomes                     the lure of the water draws back many boating ‘converts’ time                        of natural wonder
    a member of our Captains’ Club and gains access to a range                and time again. And it’s no wonder… our choice of unique
    of exclusive discounts and benefits.                                                                                                         We moored in a particularly peaceful, countryside spot one
                                                                              destinations means each holiday can be completely different        evening under the canopies of gigantic trees and sat on the
                                                                              from the last. But what makes our holidays so memorable is         top deck taking in the glory of nature as thousands of birds
                                                                              their ability to help boaters find those truly special ‘moments’   flew and sang around us. We had a delicious barbecue on the
    KEY BENEFITS                                                              that make life worth living.
                                                                                                                                                 top deck, before going to sleep to the gentle rhythms
                                                                                                                                                 of water. Absolutely magnificent!
                                                                                                                                                 Franki - South Africa
    REPEATER DISCOUNT
                                                                              We’ve asked our current Captains, as well as members of the
    £100 off your next cruise*
                                                                              Le Boat team, about a time when they’ve enjoyed a true
    10% OFF SECOND CRUISE IN SAME YEAR                                        ‘moment’ on their boating holiday– a rare but special experience
                                                                              that gave them goosebumps, made them utter ‘wow’ or felt an                           A MOMENT
    EARLY ACCESS TO SELECTED SPECIAL OFFERS                                   immense feeling of calm, awe or happiness. We hope they inspire                      of simplicity
                                                                              you to go search for some ‘moments’ of your own.
    PRIORITY ACCESS                                                                                                                              Arriving at a beautiful village, we secured the boat and rode
    be first to book on new destinations & boats
                                                                                                                                                 our bikes into town. No carting luggage into a hotel, just
                                                                                                                                                 so easy.We enjoyed the surroundings, shopped at the local
    RECOMMEND-A-FRIEND DISCOUNT                                                                                                                  market and came back to the boat to cook a meal and drink
    £100 for you and your friend                                                                                                                 delicious local wine on board. Totally stress and hassle-free!

                                                                                                                                                 John - UK
    If booking online, you will need a promotional code to activate your
    discount. Codes will be sent to eligible Captain’s via a Captain’s Club
    email or by contacting our sales teams. Please note: only one code may
    be used online. You must book via our call centre to use more than one
    (i.e Repeater discount + second cruise discount).
                                                                                                                                                                   A MOMENT
    *Terms and conditions apply – please see website.                                                                                                            of achivement

                                                                                                                                                 Once we'd sucessfully negotiated our first lock we realised it
                                                                                                                                                 was as easy everyone told me it would be. Suddenly we felt
                                                                                                                                                 like true Captains and the waterway was ours to explore.
                                                                                                                                                 It was a very liberating feeling.

                                                                                                                                                 Laurie - Canada

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NEW TO
BOATING
HOLIDAYS?
    No experience necessary,
    no licence required!
    If you’ve never been on a boating holiday before,
    the concept is simple. We provide you with a boat,
    which will be your home and transport for the
    duration of your holiday. Pick it up from one of
    our many bases, situated along some of the most
    beautiful waterways in Europe and Canada, and
    the rest is entirely up to you. Go where you want;
    do as you please. The only requirement is that you
    return it back to the base on time.
                                                                                        GET A HEAD START

                                                                                 For boating ‘newbies’ – why not check out our helpful boat handling videos,
    IT’S EASY PEASY!                                                             safety advice and other online resources? Reviewing this before your holiday
                                                                                 can aid your understanding of what you are told during the pre-departure
                                                                                 briefing and will help you to become confident with the boat and the
    Not many of our new customers have driven a boat before. However,
                                                                                 waterway more quickly.
    they quickly realise how easy it is and soon become confident
    navigating the waterways. Our base teams will tell (and show) you
    everything you need to know and will accompany you for a short
    distance, to make sure you are completely happy with the controls.       IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT THE BOAT
    And the predeparture, arrival and on board information we provide has                                                                                           PLAN YOUR TIME IN DETAIL OR TAKE EACH                                           CRUISE FOR AS LONG AND AS FAR AS YOU WANT
    been thoughtfully put together to ensure you have relevant and helpful   Boating is a lot of fun and a most relaxing way of getting about. However, you will
                                                                                                                                                                    DAY AS IT COMES – WHATEVER SUITS!
    information at hand exactly when you need it. We work hard to make       treasure the moments you leave your boat just as much. The waterways provide                                                                                           In many of our boating regions, we have more than one base, which
    sure you don’t have to!                                                  you with an ever-changing playground and somewhere new to explore, every day.                                                                                          means you can either return your boat to the same base you started
                                                                                                                                                                    There is a waterways map on board which makes it very clear
                                                                                                                                                                    where you can and can’t go. Other on-board information tells                    from, or you can cruise one-way between two bases. You can book any
                                                                                                                                                                    you approximately how long it will take you to travel from point                duration from a three-night short break to a two-week holiday, or even
                                                                                                                                                                    to point, where you can moor and what you can expect to                         longer. We won’t allow you to book a duration that doesn’t allow enough
                                                                                                                                                                    find in each waterside town or village. Some people like to plan                time to get to your destination base. We’ve provided helpful cruising
                                                                                                                                                                    their holiday itinerary in fine detail. Others enjoy waking up each             suggestions on our destination pages, to show you how long it will take
                                                                                                                                                                    morning and chatting about what to do that day, around the                      to cruise between bases. An average of three to four hours cruising a
                                                                                                                                                                    breakfast table.                                                                day is quite a nice pace.

                                                                                                                                                                    IT'S ALL ON BOARD                                                               LOCKS ARE EASY… AND GOOD FUN!
                                                                                                                                                                    All our boats have comfortable cabins; hot water, showers and toilets;          Going through locks is an enjoyable part of your holiday. It gives everyone
                                                                                                                                                                    dining tables and fully-equipped kitchens – everything you’ll need to be        on board the chance to get involved, no matter their age or experience.
                                                                                                                                                                    self-sufficient for the duration of your holiday. You can travel from place     You’ll quickly get the hang of them and enjoy the crew camaraderie and the
                                                                                                                                                                    to place, without the need to keep unpacking and packing again! For more        opportunity to chat with fellow boaters. The types of lock vary by region,
                                                                                                                                                                    about our boats, see pages 40 - 55.                                             whether manually-operated or electric; automatic or manned by a lock
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    keeper.

                                                                                                                                                                             SEE OUR SUGGESTED ITINERARIES ONLINE

                                                                                                                                                                   Although our holidays offer the freedom to go where you please and stop
                                                                                                                                                                   when you want, we understand that sometimes it’s just easier to have a plan
                                                                                                                                                                   – and even better if that plan is already made for you. So we’ve put together
                                                                                                                                                                   a ranges of suggested itineraries for each of our cruising regions to help you
                                                                                                                                                                   decide which route is best for you and to show you what your holiday might
                                                                                                                                                                   look like once you’re there. Remember though – they are just suggestions.
                                                                                                                                                                   Although your start and end base are fixed once booked – what you do in
                                                                                                                                                                   between can be flexed and changed as you go along.
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OUR CRUISING
                                                                                                                                                   Inverness
                                                                                                                                                 Caledonian
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          REGIONS
                        CANADA                                                                                                   Laggan

                                                                                                                                  Fort William
                                                                                                                                                 Canal

                                                 Montreal

                                   Ottawa
                                                                                                                                      Glasgow Edinburgh
                                  Smiths Falls
                                                                                                                                       SCOTL AND
                                         Rideau Canal
                        Toronto        Seeley's Bay                                                                    Belfast
                                  Kingston
                                                                                                       Carrick-on
                                                                                                        -Shannon
                                                                                                                    Shannon
                                                                                                                    & Erne                                                                                                                                                                Schwerin
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       NETHERLANDS                                                                        Jabel
                                                                                                                        Dublin                                                                                                                                                                                  Mecklenburg
                                                                                                          Portumna
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Groningen                           Marina
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Wolfsbruch
                                                            New York                                  IRELAND                                                                                                          Hindeloopen
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Friesland
                                                                                                                                                     ENGLAND                                                                                                                          Brandenburg               Berlin
                                             Ottawa Locks, Canada                                                                                    Birmingham                                                        Amsterdam
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Potsdam
                                                                                                                                                                     Benson                                                              Vinkeveen
                                                                                                                                                  Thames           & Chertsey                                              Holland
                                                                                                                                                          Oxford
                                    Washington D.C                                                                                                                                                      Nieuwpoort                                                         GERMANY
                                                                                                                                                                          London
                                                                                                                                                                                    Dover
                                                                                                                                                       Southampton                                    Dunkirk
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Bruges   Flanders
                                                                                                                                                                                                   Calais                      Brussels
                                                                                                                                                                                                              Lille
                                                                                                                                                                                                                               BELGIUM                                    Frankfurt
                                                                                                                                                               Cherbourg
                                                                                                                                                                                        Le Havre                                                          Trier

                                                                                                                                                                                                     Paris
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Metz
                                                                                                                                                       St.Malo
                                                                                                                                                  Dinan                                                                                             Hesse
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Stuttgart
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Alsace                Strasbourg                      Munich
    Saint-Cirq Lapopie, Lot                                                                                                                                         Rennes
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Migennes                                       Boofzheim
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Fontenoy-
                                                                                                                                                                   Messac                            Chatillon-                 le-chateau
                                                                                                                                                                                                     sur-Loire Auxerre
                                                                                                                                          Brittany                                                                                   Dijon
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Basel
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Tannay
                                                                                                                                                       Nantes
                                                                                                                                                                                   Burgundy:                          Nevers
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             St.Jean-de-losne
                                                                                                                                                                                   Loire & Nivernais
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Branges
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Decize
                                                                                                                                                       la Rochelle                 Charente                                Burgundy: Geneva                                                               Precenicco       Friuli
                                                                                                                                                                           Jarnac                                          Franche Comté                                                        Treviso                        Trieste
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Lyon
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Casale
                                                                                                                                                                                    Angoulême
                                                                                                                                                                       Cognac                           FRANCE                                                                Milan              Venice           Venice

                                                                                                                                                                             Bergerac
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          I TA LY
                                                                                                                                                               Bordeaux
                                                                                                                                                                                             Douelle
                                                                                 Windmill at Zaanse                                                                                                         Lot
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Nîmes       Avignon
                                                                                                                                                     Le-Mas-d'Agenais
                                                                                Schans, Netherlands
                                                                                                                                                           Aquitaine                          Castelsarrasin                                                  Nice
                                                                       Venice                                                                                                                                                        St-Gilles
                                                                                                                                                                                    Toulouse            Homps          Montpellier
                                                                                                                                                                               Castelnaudary                                                 Marseille
                                                                                                                                                                                          Trebes             Béziers       Port
                                                                                                                                                                                           Carcassonne
                                                                                                                                                                                                                           CassafieresCamargue

                                                                                                                                                                           Canal du Midi                     Narbonne
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        MAP KEY

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Le Boat bases

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Cities

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Cities with airports

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Cruising regions

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STEP 1: CHOOSE YOUR DESTINATION

p18-19       Canal du Midi                            p20       Camargue                                 p21       Aquitaine                                   p14-17         Canada                                                                                     p30-31         Italy
The Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage            The Camargue hosts many fabulous beach             Aquitaine in south-west France provides both          Bookended by vibrant Ottawa and bustling Kingston, both teeming with culture, the Rideau Canal            Venice and its surrounding islands will enchant
Site, is a wonderful journey through the sun-         resorts, ancient ports, fishing villages and       cultural and culinary delights with ancient hilltop   connects a series of wide open lakes, home to endless outdoor pursuits and watersports. The many          you with opulent architecture, vibrant culture
drenched vineyards and pretty villages of             historic towns. It also is a wildlife haven and    villages and colourful markets specialising in        quirky towns and villages along the way each harbour individual appeal, a wealth of boutique shopping     and spectacular vistas. By contrast, the rural
the Languedoc - France’s most prolific wine           is one of the few nesting sites for graceful       French delicacies such as truffles.                   opportunities and a big hearty welcome.                                                                   charm of the Friuli region will surprise and
producing region.                                     flamingos in all of France.                                                                              Especially great for:                                                                                     delight.
Especially great for:                                 Especially great for:                              Especially great for:                                                                                                                                           Especially great for:

        Wine-tasting                                          Beaches and seaside fun                            Wine-tasting                                          Big lakes & watersports                   Big city art and culture                                        Big city art and culture

        Castles and Cathar history                            Amazing wildlife                                   Cycling                                               Hiking and walking trails                 Fishing                                                         Beaches and seaside fun

        Cycling                                               Delicious seafood                                  Glorious gastronomy                                   Breathtaking scenery                      Mountain biking                                                 Golf

p22       Lot                                         p23       Charente                                 p24       Brittany                                    p32-33         Germany                                  p34-35         Netherlands                        p36       Belgium
Discover majestic scenery, wide valleys and           Supposedly the ‘loveliest river in France’,        Full of Celtic charm and fairy-tale castles, unique   With dramatic lakeside castles, historic                The rivers and lakes of Holland and Friesland     Historical monuments, gothic facades,
steep gorges; spectacular limestone cliffs and        the crystal clear waters of the Charente are       Breton culture and traditions come to life in this    cities, modern café culture, protected nature           will provide glimpses of beautiful windmills,     ancient towns, famous Belgian chocolate and
cascading waterfalls; a nature-lovers dream,          perfect for swimming in. Pass fields of vibrant    picturesque cruising region, with many pretty         reserves and crystal clear lakes, this stunning         waterside villages, vast lakes and colourful      pretty humpback bridges make Belgium an
popular for wildlife-spotting, kayaking and           sunflowers, ancient Roman sites and cognac         villages and lively towns to explore.                 region is a haven for watersports enthusiasts           fields. And don’t miss a day trip to vibrant      enchanting destination with a vast tapestry of
canoeing.                                             distilleries.                                                                                            and nature lovers.                                      Amsterdam.                                        charms.

Especially great for:                                 Especially great for:                              Especially great for:                                 Especially great for:                                   Especially great for:                             Especially great for:

        Swimming and fun in the river                         Swimming and fun in the river                      Fairytale castles                                     Big lakes and watersports                               Big lakes and watersports                         Beaches and seaside fun

        Fishing                                               Fishing                                            Delicious seafood                                     Waterside castles and palaces                           Cycling                                           Historic monuments and war memorials

        Breathtaking scenery                                  Historical monuments                               Lively cities and culture                             Big city art and culture                                Big city art and culture                          Belgian beer

p25       Alsace                                      p26-27         Burgundy: Loire & Nivernais         p28-29         Burgundy: Franche Comté                p37       Ireland                                       p38       England                                 p39       Scotland
Alsace, neighboured by Germany, has a                 The Nivernais Canal is reputed to be one of        As well as fine wines and gourmet cuisine,            Discover castle ruins and Celtic monuments,             The River Thames provides a magical               Steeped in Celtic mystery, myth and legend,
distinctly cosmopolitan feel and offers superb        France’s prettiest and the Loire provides gentle   the landscapes of this region are rich with           surrounded by verdant green countryside.                combination of lush green countryside, historic   such as the tale of the Loch Ness monster,
cruising to suit all tastes; nature-lovers, history   cruising with few locks. Both offer spectacular    the natural beauty of pine forests,                   Go fishing, play a round of golf or just relax          castles, royal palaces & gardens and countless    this breathtaking region has the majestic
buffs and city explorers. Alsace has it all!          views, hilltop vineyards and charming towns        mountain scenery, rolling pastures and                while experiencing the genuine warmth and               attractions to keep the most restless of          mountains of the Scottish Highlands for a
                                                      and villages.                                      meadows of flowers.                                   hospitality of the Irish.                               travellers entertained.                           backdrop – stunning!

Especially great for:                                 Especially great for:                              Especially great for:                                 Especially great for:                                   Especially great for:                             Especially great for:

        Famous white wines                                    Wine-tasting                                       Wine-tasting                                          Golf                                                    Castles, palaces and stately homes                Fishing

        Cosmopolitan cities                                   Cathedrals                                         Swimming and fun in the river                         Fishing                                                 Theme parks and family attractions                Breathtaking scenery

        Breathtaking scenery                                  Cycling                                            Glorious gastronomy                                   Lively villages and a warm welcome                      Big city art and culture                          Outdoor pursuits

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NEED
INSPIRATION?
 If you need a little help picking your perfect Le Boat destination,
 why not take a look at some of our suggestions, ideal for the following
 groups of people and interests.

                                                                                HISTORY AND HERITAGE
                                                                                The Cathar castles of the Canal du Midi (p18-19), including the impressive walled city
                                                                                at Carcassonne, will enthral history buffs, while Celtic Brittany (p24) has its fair share
                                                                                of enchanting chateaux to visit. Or explore royal Windsor Castle and Hampton Court
                                                                                Palace on the historic Thames (p38).

                                                                                SCENERY AND COUNTRYSIDE
                                                                                The waterways meander past glorious countryside in whichever destination you
                                                                                choose. However, the rugged highlands of Scotland (p39) are particularly stunning;
                                                                                the perfect escape from it all. Alternatively, get away to the peaceful Nivernais and
                                                                                Loire (p26-27) with pretty cobbled French villages, vineyards, forests and countryside.
                                                                                Or the vast lakes and leafy forests of the Rideau Canal in Canada (p14-17) will take your
                                                                                breath away.

                                                                                                                                                                       GLORIOUS GASTRONOMY
 A ROMANTIC ESCAPE
                                                                                                                                                                       Crusty French bread, fine wine and delicious cheeses await you in all of our French
 Just the two of you? Head to Holland (p34-35) where you can cruise past                                                                                               regions, although a cruise through Aquitaine (p21) will also reward you with Agen
 tulip fields, cycle the flat countryside towpaths and immerse yourself                                                                                                prunes, foie gras, truffles and Bordeaux wine. And, with its wealth of gastro pubs,
 in the culture and bright lights of Amsterdam. Or Belgium (p36) offers                                                                                                exquisite riverside eateries and Michelin-starred restaurants, the Thames (p38) is
 delightful Bruges along with picturesque canals, pretty scenery and                                                                                                   also a food-l overs paradise.
 chocolate! And not forgetting Italy (p30-31) and the most romantic city in
 the World – Venice!
                                                                                                                                                                       SWIMMING AND WATERSPORTS
                                                                                                                                                                       A cruise in one of our beautiful river destinations, such as the River Lot (p22) and
 FAMILY FUN
                                                                                                                                                                       River Charente (p23), or the open lakes of Mecklenburg in Germany (p32-33),
 Head to the sunny south of France, where the Camargue (p20) offers                                                                                                    Friesland in the Netherlands (p34-35) and the Rideau Canal in Canada (p16) will
 amazing wildlife, sandy Mediterranean beaches, horse-riding, quad-                                                                                                    allow you to swim straight from your boat. Kayaking, and sometimes sailing, is
 biking and more.                                                                                                                                                      popular in these destinations and you can also hire stand-up paddle boards to take
                                                                                                                                                                       with you (selected destinations only). For fun in the sea, try the Mediterranean
 Or the captivating River Thames (p38) is packed full of fun and thrills with
                                                                                                                                                                       beaches of the Camargue (p20) or the Adriatic coast in Friuli, Italy (p30-31).
 wildlife and theme parks, woodland trails, activity centres and countless
 parkland for picnics and running wild in.
                                                                                                                                                                       FISHING
                                                                                                                                                                       Our river destinations make perfect fishing grounds. You can hire angling
 GROUP ADVENTURES
                                                                                                                                                                       dinghies with your boat hire in the Lot (p22), Charente (p23), Germany (p32-33),
                                                                                                                                                                       Netherlands (p34-35) and Ireland (p37) so you can reach the most secluded
 Sharing a boat with friends and discovering new places to see and new
                                                                                                                                                                       spots. Scotland (p39) is also a great destination for the avid angler. Ask us about
 things to do each day is not only great fun, but it's affordable too! The
                                                                                                                                                                       fishing licences.
 Thames (p38) and the Canal du Midi (p18-19) are teeming with waterside
 attractions and sites of interest, while Amsterdam (p34-35), Berlin (p32-
 33) and Venice (p30-31) make a good ‘ city and countryside combo’ to                                                                                                  AND THERE’S MUCH MORE…
 suit a mix of holiday desires! The Camargue (p20), Lot (p22), Mecklenburg
                                                                                                                                                                       Whether you love golf, fishing, cycling, gastronomy, wine tasting, wildlife, swimming
 (p32), Friesland (p34) and Scotland (p39) are all good if your group is
                                                                                                                                                                       or watersports - we have a choice of perfect destinations for you. Visit our website
 particularly active and enjoy outdoor pursuits.
                                                                                                                                                                       or call our expert team for recommendations.

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Ontario's Highlands

DISCOVER
Canada
Canada is a land of diversity, a land where
nature and culture collide in an exciting,
eclectic and exhilarating mix to form
a uniquely Canadian experience!
                                                                                                                                                                        Niagara Falls

                                                                                      EXTEND
                                                                                      YOUR STAY
                                                                                    There are so many great things to do and see in this
                                                                                    great region of Canada! So why not combine your
                                                                                    Le Boat holiday with a stay in one or more of the
 You can now go on your own Canadian adventure with                                 following nearby destinations?
 Le Boat, having opened a base in Smiths Falls, Ontario
 2018, and a second base in Seeley's Bay in 2019.
 The spectacular Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World                                       ONTARIO'S HIGHLANDS
 Heritage Site and the oldest continuously operating                                Sometimes the best way to reconnect is to disconnect, slow the pace,
 canal in North America, works its way 202km                                        and just wander, letting every new discovery of events, places, and people
 (125 miles) from Ottawa to Kingston.                                               become its own opportunity to stimulate the senses and nourish the soul.
                                                                                    If this sounds like your kind of escape, Ontario’s Highlands are the place for
 Turn the page to read more about this stunning cruising ground.   Ottawa           you –a beautiful, unspoiled region nestled between Ottawa and Toronto
                                                                                    and the Le Boat base in Smiths Falls makes the perfect starting point to
                                                                                    explore, either before or after your boating vacation. Hire a car perhaps
                                                                                    and become a contemporary wanderer on a classic North-American road                 NIAGARA FALLS
                                                                                    trip - discover charming small towns, stunning conservation areas, white-
                                                                                    water adventure and historical sites.                                               This iconic thunderous torrent of water, which separates the USA from
                                                                                                                                                                        Canada, is one of the great wonders of the world and a bucket-list
                                                                                    www.comewander.ca                                                                   favourite. The Niagara Falls Adventure Pass Classic is your ticket to the
                                                                                                                                                                        full experience! Whether it’s standing in awe at the base of the world’s
                                                                                                                                                                        most powerful waterfall at ‘Journey Behind the Falls’, walking beside
                                                                                    OTTAWA                                                                              class 5 whitewater rapids at White Water Walk or sailing right into the
                                                                                                                                                                        mist aboard Hornblower Niagara Cruises. Once you’ve finished, head
                                                                                    Canada’s capital is a dynamic city with a cosmopolitan vibe and the canal
                                                                                                                                                                        to Niagara-on-the-Lake to relax and unwind at the world-class wineries
                                                                                    takes you right into its heart. However, it is definitely worth planning
                                                                                                                                                                        and unique shops of this historic town.
                                                                                    a longer stay before or after your boating vacation if time will allow.
                                                                                    Discover Canada’s proud heritage at impressive national sites and delve             www.niagaraparks.com
                                                                                    into world-class museums and galleries displaying stunning national
                                                                                    collections. Walk to Parliament Hill to enjoy a free tour of its interior; stroll   TORONTO
                                                                                    to the ByWard Market neighborhood for boutiques and restaurants with                Home to the famous CN Tower, Casa Loma (North America’s only
                                                                                    local flare; enjoy one of Ottawa’s famous annual festivals; or take a bike          full-sized castle) and baseball team, the Toronto Blue Jays, Toronto
                                                                                    ride along the more than 600km of beautiful multi-use pathways. The                 is blessed with an abundance of unforgettable experiences for the
                                                                                    Ottawa region also offers the best of the finer things in life: a thriving          intrepid traveler. And once you’ve finished taking in the sights, pamper
                                                                                    culinary and craft beer scene, unique local boutiques, lively music and             yourself with a shopping trip to the spectacular Eaton Centre Mall
                                                                                    art, and exciting nightlife options.                                                or the swanky Mink Mile, before heading off to enjoy one of Canada’s
                                                                            Perth                                                                                       top restaurants.
                                                                                    www.ottawatourism.ca

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CANADA

 Rideau Canal                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Westport stole my heart. A quiet
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       and peaceful place to stop for the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       night with an easy walk to the Foley
 The best of Europe's waterways in one amazing destination                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Mountain view point for an amazing
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     vista and boutique shopping aplenty. Most
 Get a new perspective on canal cruising with our first ever non-European
 destination. Discover the beauty of the Rideau Canal on your very own Canadian                                                                                                                                                                                                                       memorable was a perfect summer's evening at
 adventure. Cruise effortlessly on a chain of lakes, rivers and canals that run from                                                                                                                                                                                                                    the Scheuermann Vineyard. It was plain to see the owner
 Ottawa to Kingston. Find your own frontier spirit and engross yourself in the region’s                                                                                                                                                                                                              loves his job- his enthusiasm and passion were captivating.
 spellbinding natural wonders, quaint towns and pulsating cities. For something truly
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Lauren - South Africa
 special, come in September or October to witness the display of reds, oranges                                                                                                                                           Voted Canada’s prettiest village, Merrickville, home to a vibrant
 and yellows of Canada's wilderness in the Fall. Whether you are after breath-taking                                                                                                                                   artisanal community and often dubbed the ‘Jewel of the Rideau’.
 nature or vibrant culture, Canada has it all.

                                                                                                                                                                                                Smiths Falls is both the location of one of our bases and a hub of outdoor activity
                                                                                                                                                                                                and adventure –the ideal place for a breath of fresh air.

                                                                                                                                                                                                 Find Ottawa’s only working museum in Manotick. Watson’s Mill is both a fascinating                                                    Ottawa locks
                                                                                                                                                                                                 museum and one of the only remaining operating grist mills in North America!
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Ottawa
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Montreal

                                                                                                                                                                                                Taste the locally inspired brews of Perth Brewery, Cartwright Springs
                                                                                                                                                                                                Brewery, or Whitewater Brewing Co.

                                                                                                                                                                                                Go underground on a tour into the turn-of-the-century Silver Queen Mica Mine, the
                                                                                                                                                                                                'jewel' of Murphys Point Provincial Park.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Manotick           Long Island
                                                                                                                                                                                                Pamper yourself with a wine-tasting and tour, followed by a lake-view lunch at the
                                                                                                                                                                                                Scheuermann Vineyard and Winery in Westport.
                                                                                                           CRUISE CANADA IN TRUE STYLE
                                                                                                           Our Canada fleet is comprised solely of boats from our brand new Horizon fleet.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Le Boat Base       Navigable river      Canal
                                                                                                                                                                                                       TRANSFER TIMES BY ROAD
                                                                                                                                                                                               Ottawa
                                                                                                                                                                                               Smiths Falls – 1 hr • Seeley’s Bay - 1 hr 45 mins
                                                                                       Kingston, Ontario                                                                                       Toronto
                                                                                                                                                                                               Smiths Falls – 3 hrs 45 mins • Seeley’s Bay - 2 hrs 45 mins                                                                         Burritts Rapids
CRUISING SUGGESTIONS                                                                                                                                                                           Montreal
You can take a one-way cruise between either of our bases in this region, in either                                                                                                            Smiths Falls – 2 hrs 30 mins • Seeley’s Bay - 3 hrs         Perth                          Smiths Falls                       Nicholsons Locks

direction (allow at least 4 nights). Or you can book a return-to-base cruise (3 nights                                                                                                         Kingston                                                                                                                   Merrickville
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Beveridges Locks
minimum) from either base.                                                                                                                                                                     Smiths Falls – 1 hr 25 mins • Seeley’s Bay - 35 mins
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DURATION             ROUTE                                                        HOURS    LOCKS                                                                                                                                                                                       RIDEAU
                                                                                                                                                                                              Ask us about taxi                    Murphys Point Provincial Park                       LAKE
                     Smiths Falls > Portland >Jones Falls >                                                                                                                                   transfers to our bases
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     UPPER
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                     Smiths Falls
                                                                                                                                                                                              in Canada - we can                                                            BIG                                              TRANSFER TIMES BY RAIL
                                                                                                                                                                                              recommend the                          RIDEAU                                 RIDEAU
                     Smiths Falls > Newboro > Seeley's Bay > Smiths Falls         33        20
                                                                                                                                                                                              best taxi companies                     LAKE                                  LAKE                                       Ottawa
1 WEEK RETURN
CRUISING                                                                                                                                                                                      to use.                           Westport                              Portland                                         Smiths Falls – 45 mins
                     Smiths Falls >Merrickville > Burritts Rapids > Long Island
                     > Smiths Falls
                                                                                  34        20                                                                                                                                             Newboro                                               ONTA RIO              Kingston
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Smiths Falls – 1 hr 15 mins
                     Seeley's Bay > Westport > Seeley's Bay > Kingston
                     > Seeley's Bay
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Cha�eys Lockstation                       Jones Falls                                      Smiths Falls – 3 hrs
1 WEEK ONE-WAY                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Davis Lock                                                         Toronto Union
CRUISING
                     Smiths Falls > Kingston > Seeley's Bay                       34        25               The pretty limestone town of Perth with its lively local culture, quaint
                                                                                                             boutiques and active markets.                                                                                                                                                                             Smiths Falls – 3 hrs 30 mins
                    Smiths Falls > Merrickville > Long Island > Ottawa
10 TO 14 NIGHTS     > Smiths Falls
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Seeley’s Bay
RETURN CRUISING
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       There in no train station in Seeley's Bay -
                    Smiths Falls > Newboro > Kingston >
                                                                                  50        30
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Kingston station is the closest.
                    Smiths Falls
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Lower Brewers
                                                                                                                                       DOWNLOAD OUR                                                                                                   Lockstation
                    Smiths Falls > Perth > Smiths Falls                           10        8
                                                                                                                                       RIDEAU GUIDE                                                                                                                              Locks: Locks on the Rideau are fun and easy! These traditional locks are
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Kingston                                operated by hand, the old fashioned way, by a team of three to four lockkeepers.
                    Smiths Falls > Merrickville > Smiths Falls                    13        10
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Mills                                   Locks are open 9am – 7pm (Fri to Sunday and on public holidays). The rest of the
3, 4 OR 5 NIGHT                                                                                                                        70 pages of detailed                                                        Kingston                                              week they open 9am – 6pm (10am – 4pm before 21st June and after 5th Sep).
SHORT BREAK                                                                                                                                                                                  Toronto
                    Seeley's Bay > Kingston > Seeley's Bay                        17        14                                         information on what to see and                                                                                                    Moorings: A mandatory fee will be added to your booking which covers all overnight
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         moorings at Parks Canada sites as well as the town/village marinas of Portland, Perth
                                                                                                                                       where to stop along the canal,
                    Seeley's Bay > Smiths Falls (min. 4 nights)                   17        11
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         and Westport. Availability on a 'first-come-first-serve' basis. Other mooring options are
                                                                                                                                       plus a handy illustrated map.                                                                                                     available for a fee, which is payable locally.
SUGGESTIONS ONLY. YOUR START AND END BASE IS FIXED ONCE BOOKED. WHAT YOU DO IN                                                         Visit leboat.co.uk/region-guides                                                                                                  Boating Season: Boating Season: Our boating season in Canada runs from 15th May -
BETWEEN IS UP TO YOU.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    12th Oct 2020.

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2020 BOATING HOLIDAYS - NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY OR LICENCE REQUIRED - French Waterways
The Roman town of Narbonne with its impressive Gothic Cathedral, lively
          FRANCE                                                                                        streets, pedestrianised precincts and the famous Merchant’s Bridge.
                                                                                                   Enjoy regional treats at the Olonzac market every Tuesday morning.

Canal
du Midi
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Having read the Kate Mosse besteller, Labyrinth,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    to find myself approaching the famous fortifications
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          of Carcassonne where it is set was astonishing.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          The imposing towers, high walls and the busting
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             cobbled streets within are like something from
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             a fairytale - full of majesty and historic charm.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Sandy - Canada
A wonderful journey through the old Languedoc region
of southern France

Bathed in warm sunshine for most of the year, a cruise along the Canal du Midi, a UNESCO
World Heritage Site, is the perfect holiday choice for friends and families looking to enjoy the
wonderfully relaxed ambience of life along this beautiful, historic waterway.

                                                                                                     CRUISING SUGGESTIONS                                                                 Visit the Cathar Castle, Château de Minerve, the site of a ten week siege
                                                                                                                                                                                          during the Cathar crusades.
                                                                                                     You can take a one-way cruise between any of our bases in this region, in
                                                                                                     either direction, except between Castelnaudary and Narbonne and between
                                                                                                     Trèbes and Port Cassafières. Or you can book a return-to-base cruise (3 nights       Cathédrale St-Nazaire in Béziers.
                                                                                                     minimum) from any base.
                                                                                                                                                                       CRUISING   NO.     Pretty Le Somail with its antiquarian bookshop and lovely restaurants.
                                                                                                     DURATION            ROUTE                                         HOURS      LOCKS
                                                                                                                                                                                          The staircase of locks at Fonseranes and the aqueduct bridge over
                                                                                                                         Port Cassafières > Narbonne >
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                                                                                                                         Port Cassafières

                                                                                                                         Homps > Carcassonne > Homps                   20         42

                                                                                                     1 WEEK RETURN
                                                                                                                         Trèbes > Béziers > Trèbes                     34         58
                                                                                                     CRUISING
                                                                                                                                                                                                             TRANSFER TIMES BY ROAD
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Who’s on board?

                                                                                                                         Castelnaudary > Carcassonne > Castelnaudary   21         48                     Toulouse                                                                                                                                                                                               THE CANAL DU MIDI
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                and the Embranchement de la Nouvelle

                                                                                                                                                                                              Toulouse
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Castelnaudary - 50mins • Trèbes - 1hr 10mins • Homps - 1hr 30min
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    A complete guide to boating holidays
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       on France’s most famous canal

                                                                                                                         Narbonne > Agde > Narbonne                    29         44                     Carcassonne
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Castelnaudary - 35min • Trèbes - 20mins • Homps - 35min                                            DOWNLOAD OUR MIDI GUIDE
                                                                                                                         Port Cassafières > Castelnaudary              33         63
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Béziers                                                                                            100 pages of detailed information on
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Homps - 1 hrs 30 mins • Narbonne - 45min • Port Cassafières - 20mins                               what to see and where to stop along
                                                                                                                          Homps > Castelnaudary                        20         45
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Narbonne                                                                                           the canal, plus a handy illustrated map.
                                                                                                     1 WEEK ONE-WAY                                                                                      Béziers - 45min • Port Cassafières - 20mins                                                        Visit leboat.co.uk/region-guides
                                                                                                     CRUISING
                                                                                                     (Choose to cruise in Narbonne > Carcassonne > Trèbes              20         44
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              Ancient walled city and the World Heritage listed stronghold at Carcassonne.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Ventenac-                                                                                                                      Vias
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                                                                                                                         Homps > Le Somail > Carcassonne > Trèbes                                                                                                                                                               Argens -
               closed on certain public holidays, including 1st May and 1st Nov.                                         (4 nights one-way)
                                                                                                                                                                       19         40                           Le Boat Base          Navigable river          Canal                   Carcassonne                               Minervois

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         CANAL DE
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                                                                                                     3, 4 OR 5 NIGHT
     The Fonseranes staircase of locks can get busy and have specific hours of operation             SHORT BREAK                                                                                                                                                                                                                     NARBONNE
                                                                                                                         Castelnaudary > Trèbes
     which may slow your progress along the canal. If you are on a return-to-base cruise                                 (4 nights one-way)
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     and wish to save time by not passing through them, you can still see Béziers by
     mooring at the top or bottom and walking or cycling into the city.                                                  Narbonne > Homps (one-way)                    8          16

                                                                                                     SUGGESTIONS ONLY. YOUR START AND END BASE IS FIXED ONCE BOOKED.                                                                                                                                                                        Port-la-Nouvelle
                                                                                                     WHAT YOU DO IN BETWEEN IS UP TO YOU.
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           tasting in its

  Camargue                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Aquitaine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           home town of
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Condom.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Excellent seafood
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        restaurants and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        pretty fishing villages.
  Colourful traditions, ancient ports                                                                                                                                                                                   Don’t miss oysters in               Cosmopolitan cruising at its best
  and wonderful wildlife                                                                                                                                                                                                Bouzigues.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Culture and gastronomy go hand-in-hand in the sunny region of
  You'll love it's bustling seaside resorts, by day and by night,                                                                                                                                                                                           Aquitaine in south-west France, and both can be enjoyed in full from the
  excellent sandy beaches and traditional lifestyle which includes                                                                                                                                                                                          waterways. In the past, Aquitaine's picture- postcard scenery inspired
  local festivals, jousting and modern-day cowboys.                                                                                                                                                                                                         many famous artists. Today people come here to discover the perfect
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            ingredients for gourmet cruising.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Moissac’s world-famous abbey and cloisters.

                              Sandy Mediterranean beaches and sunshine from April to October.                                                                                                                                                                                                                Chic shopping and culture in Montauban and Agen.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Glassworks at Vianne.
      Abundant bird and wildlife in the wetlands and lakes, including pink
                                                                                                                                                 Horse riding, quad                                                                                           Art Museum at Agen boasting works by Goya, Sisley and Dufy.
      flamingos. May - June is the best time for birdwatching.
                                                                                                                                                 biking, sand buggies
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Horse riding, quad                  Flower-adorned Castelsarrasin and one of the best farmer’s markets in the region.
      AOC Costières de Nîmes wine cellars at Gallician.                                                                                          and jet skiing.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          biking, sand buggies
      Saint-Gilles and its beautifully-restored historical centre.                                                                                                                                                        and jet skiing.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Bordeaux                                                                                                      Roman aqueducts.
                                                                                                                                         Ancient port and                                                                                                                                                                                                          Bergerac
           The Camargue region has few locks, and no locks on the Etang de Thau (it's an
                                                                                                                                     medieval walled city of                                                                                                          Locks are automatic
           inland sea water lake), so it's perfect for anyone new to cruising or looking for an
           easy cruising experience. You are advised to moor in the harbours at night as                                                  Aigues-Mortes.                                                                                                              and free to use. Opening
           larger barges passing by could pull you away from makeshift moorings.                                                                                                                                                                                      hours approx 09:00–19:00                           Castets
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              depending on the season; closed                           en-Dorthe
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              12:00–13:00. Locks are closed on
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              certain public holidays.
CRUISING SUGGESTIONS
You can take a one-way cruise between either of our bases in this                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     LE MAS D'AGENAIS
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              It is no longer possible to access                                                                     LOT
region, in either direction. Or you can book a return-to-base cruise (3                                                                                                                                                                                       the River Lot while cruising in the                                                                                                              Canal          Navigable river    Non-navigable river
nights minimum) from any base.                                                                                TRANSFER TIMES BY ROAD                                                                                                                          Aquitaine region.                                                             Damazan                                                            Le Boat base
                                                                        CRUISING       NO.
                                                                                                      Montpellier
DURATION               ROUTE                                            HOURS          LOCKS                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Buzet-sur-Baïse
                                                                                                      St Gilles - 45mins                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Agen
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1 WEEK RETURN                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               CRUISING SUGGESTIONS                                                                                                                     Valence
CRUISING                                                                                              Avignon
                                                                                                                                                                                        Nîmes                                                               You can take a one-way cruise between our two bases in Aquitaine, in                  Nérac                                              d'Agen            Moissac
                       Port Cassafières > Aigues Mortes >                                             St Gilles - 45mins
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                       Port Cassafières                                                                                                                                                                           Beaucaire                                 either direction (allow at least 5 nights). Or you can book a return-to-

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            base cruise (3 nights minimum) from either base.                                                                                                                                        Montauban

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                                                                                                      St Gilles - 1hr 30mins                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Auvillar
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                                          Tunnel
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FRANCE                                                                                                                                                                                                       FRANCE                                                                                                                                        The Roman town

    Lot
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           of Saintes with

                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Charente
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           its famous Arc
                                                                                                           7th century                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     de Germanicus,
                                                                                                     stone village of                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Roman frescoes and
                                                                                                 Saint-Cirq Lapopie,                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Amphitheatre ruins.
                                                                                                    perched high on
                                                                                                 the cliffs and home
                                                                                                     for centuries to
                                                                                                           craftsmen
                                                                                                          and artists.
     An active adventure through majestic scenery                                                                                                                                                                    The loveliest river in France
     The clear waters of the River Lot meander through wide valleys and steep                                                                                                                                        The Charente is known as one of France’s most beautiful rivers – its
     gorges, beneath spectacular limestone cliffs and hilltop villages.                                                                                                                                              crystal clear waters are perfect for swimming and fishing and its
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     pretty river banks are home to an abundance of flora and fauna.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Cognac whiskey
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           distillery guided tour
                                                                                           The iconic arches and                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           and tasting session.
                                                                                           towers of Pont Valentré
                                                                                           in Cahors.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Excellent maritime museums
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  and delicious seafood in the naval
                     We do not recommend this region if this is                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  town of Rochefort.
                     your first boating holiday, as river currents
                     can sometimes be strong.                                                    Cycle along the tows path cut into the cliff face
     All locks are manual and user-operated. There are no                                                 with stunning views of the river below.                                                                                                                                                                                          Thriving hilltop cathedral city of Angoulême
    lock- keepers on the River Lot. As such, a good level of                                                                                                  Hire standup paddleboards and                                    There are only a few locks. They are all manually-operated with no lock keepers, but they                   for stunning views, café culture and shopping.
    fitness is required from at least two crew members.                                                                                                       explore, or swim in the river.                                   are easy to use.Locks are open on public holidays.
                                                                                             TRANSFER TIMES BY ROAD                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Impressive renaissance châteaux.
    Access to shore power facilities on the River Lot is                                                                                                                                                               From St. Savinien to Rochefort the river becomes tidal – affected by Atlantic tides, strong
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       currents and fast changes in river levels. Therefore only those with some previous boating and/or                   Fine Romanesque art at the church of St. Pierre in
    severely restricted.                                                                 Bordeaux                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Châteauneuf-sur-Charente.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       sailing experience should set out to visit Rochefort by boat. Alternatively, you can easily moor at
                                                                                         Douelle - 2hrs 30mins                                                                                                         St. Savinien and take the train to Rochefort.                                                                       Vintage car collection at Mosnac.
                                                                                         Toulouse
         The cave drawings and stalagmites of the Pech-Merle
                                                                                         Douelle - 1hr 25mins
         caves near Cabrerets.
                                                                                         Bergerac
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 TRANSFER TIMES          CRUISING SUGGESTIONS
         Pretty Luzech with its 13th century church.                                     Douelle - 1hr 30mins                                                                                                                                            LA ROCHELLE                             BY ROAD                 All cruises must start and finish in Jarnac.
         The 7th century castle at Mercuès.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                CRUISING   NO.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Bordeaux
                                                                                                                             I will always remember visiting St-Cirq                                                                                                                                                     DURATION             ROUTE                                        HOURS      LOCKS
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Jarnac - 1hr 30mins
                                                                                                                           Lapopie - a stunningly beautiful village
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Rochefort                                        La Rochelle                                       Jarnac > Angoulême > Jarnac                  22         30
  CRUISING SUGGESTIONS                                                                                                   perched high on the cliffs overlooking the                                                                                                                                                      1 WEEK+ RETURN
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Jarnac - 1hr 30mins          CRUISING
  All cruises must start and finish in Douelle.                                                                          River Lot. Its unique location, 'old-worldy'                                                                                                                                                                         Jarnac > St-Savinien > Jarnac                21         10
                                                                  CRUISING       NO.                                      buildings and the imposing church at the
  DURATION                ROUTE                                   HOURS          LOCKS
                                                                                                                         top made it feel like I’d arrived on a movie                                                                                                                                                                         Jarnac > Cognac >
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           12         16
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Châteauneuf-sur-Charente > Jarnac
  1 WEEK+ RETURN
  CRUISING
                          Douelle > Luzech > Tour-de-Faure >
                          Douelle
                                                                  26             28                                             set - almost too perfect to be real!                                                                                                              St-Savinien                            3, 4 OR 5 NIGHT
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         SHORT BREAK
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Jarnac > Cognac > Saintes > Jarnac
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           15         10
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              (min. 4 nights)
  3, 4 OR 5 NIGHT                                                                                                                               Margriet - France
  SHORT BREAK
                          Douelle > Vers > Douelle (min. 4 nights) 13            16                                                                                                                                                                       Port d'Envaux
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         SUGGESTIONS ONLY. YOUR START AND END BASE IS FIXED ONCE
  SUGGESTIONS ONLY. YOUR START AND END BASE IS FIXED ONCE                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                BOOKED. WHAT YOU DO IN BETWEEN IS UP TO YOU.
  BOOKED. WHAT YOU DO IN BETWEEN IS UP TO YOU.

                                                                                                        BORDEAUX          BERGERAC
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Le Boat Base      Navigable river      Canal

                                                                                                                                              Cabrerets                                                                                                                Saintes                 Chaniers
                                          Mercuès                                                                                                              Le Boat base       Navigable river
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  JARNAC
  Caïx      Parnac          Caillac

                                                                                                             Vers
                                                                                                                                                               Canal              Non-navigable river                                                                                                                                                                                 Angoulême
                                             Pradines
                                                                        Laroque-
                                                                                                                           St-Géry
                                                                                                                                            Bouziès                                                       Larnagol
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Cognac
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Bourg-                      St-Simon Trois-
Luzech                                                                  des-Arcs                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Palis
                 DOUELLE                                                                                                                                               Tour-de-Faure
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Charente
                                                                                            Savanac                                                                                                                                                             BORDEAUX
                                                                                                                                                          Saint-Cirq                         Cénevières                                                                                                                             Châteauneuf-
                                                                        Cahors               Arcambal                                                      Lapopie                                                                                                                                                                  sur-Charente
                                                                                             TOULOUSE

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 Brittany                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Alsace
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Exceptionally
                                                                                                        CRUISING SUGGESTIONS                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              scenic Sarre
                                                                                                        You can take a one-way cruise between any of our bases in this region, in either direction.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       and Moselle
                                                                                                        Or you can book a return-to-base cruise (3 nights minimum) from Messac but not Dinan.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          rivers (licence
                                                                                                                                                                                         CRUISING        NO.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              required).
                                                                                                        DURATION                 ROUTE                                                   HOURS           LOCKS

                                                                                                                                 Messac > Josselin > Messac                              35              36

 Celtic charm and fairytale castles                                                                     1 WEEK RETURN
                                                                                                        CRUISING                                                                                                            Cosmopolitan cruising at its best
                                                                                                                                 Messac > Nantes > Messac                                44              36

 Brittany is a charming region to explore. Its 600km of waterways and Napoleonic                        1 WEEK ONE-WAY                                                                                                      The tiny French regions of Alsace, and neighbouring
 canals meander through a peaceful landscape of woodland and pastures, dotted                           CRUISING                                                                                                            Saarland in Germany, are blessed with breathtaking scenery
                                                                                                                             Messac > Dinan                                              30              57
 with medieval towns and fairytale castles.                                                             (Choose to cruise in                                                                                                and are renown for the art and architecture of their cities.
                                                                                                        either direction)

                                                                                                        3, 4 OR 5 NIGHT          Messac > La Gacilly > Messac
                                                                                                                                                                                         16              6
                                                                                                        SHORT BREAK              (min. 4 nights)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          The Place
                                                                                                        SUGGESTIONS ONLY. YOUR START AND END BASE IS FIXED ONCE
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Stanislas in
                                                                                                        BOOKED. WHAT YOU DO IN BETWEEN IS UP TO YOU.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Nancy, one
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          of the most
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          beautiful
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          squares in
                                                                                   Historic Nantes with its magnificent Gothic cathedral, Castle of the Dukes of Brittany                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 the world and
                                                                                   and floral gardens. Visit Les Machines de I' Île, home to the Grand Éléphant.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          a must for
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Art Nouveau
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          lovers.

        Medieval fortified town of Dinan, high on the cliffs above the harbour.                                                                                                                                                   Marvel of modern engineering – the St-Louis / Arzviller Boat Lift.         UNESCO World Heritage city of Strasbourg for culture, shopping, dining
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             and its monumental cathedral.
                                                     Imposing turreted                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Thermal baths and the stunning stained-glass cathedral in Metz.
                                                     castle in the beautiful
                                                     town of Josselin with                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Watch crystal blowing demonstrations at Cristal Lehrer at the bottom
                                                     its timber houses and                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   of the Arzviller Boat Lift.
                                                     pavement cafés.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      A boating licence is required if you wish to cruise from Saarbrücken City to Apach
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     along the waterways of Germany and Luxembourg. Please speak to our Boating
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Experts for further details about obtaining a licence. Licences need to be obtained
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             before you cruise and cannot be obtained ‘on the spot’ in France.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             All locks are automatic and easy to operate. Opening hours: Hesse to Nancy 09:00 –
                                                                                                                                         DINAN                                                                                                                                                               18:00, Hesse to Sarreguemines 09:30 – 18:30, Hesse to Erstein 07:00 – 19:00 (09:00 –
                                                                                                                                            Léhon                                                                                                                                                            18:00 on Sundays), Erstein to Boofzheim 09:00 – 17:30. There is no charge to use them.
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                                                                                                                                                                 AL                                                                                                                                          Locks are closed on certain Public Holidays. The boatlift and tunnels are closed on
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                                                                                                                                                                                          E                                      from the sumptuous Haut Barr Castle in Saverne
                                                                                                                                                         Tinténiac
                                                                                                                                                               Hédé
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                                                       Breton oysters and excellent seafood restaurants in                                                                                                                                                                                                     LUXEMBOURG
 Beautiful St. Sauveur Abbey, cloisters and lively     the sailing harbours of La Roche Bernard.                                                                                                                               CRUISING SUGGESTIONS                                                                                                                                            Strasbourg Entzheim
 Monday markets in Redon.                                                                                                                                                                                                      You can take a one-way cruise between either of our bases in this                                                                                               Hesse - 1hr • Boofzheim - 35min
 Stunning Yves Rocher botanical gardens in                                                                                                                                                                                     region, in either direction (allow at least 7 nights). Or you can book a                                                                                        Nancy-Metz
                                                                                                                 Le Boat Base             Navigable river
 La Gacilly and the Photo Festival throughout                                                                                                                                                                                  return-to-base cruise (3 nights minimum) from either base.                                                                                                      Hesse - 1hr 10mins • Boofzheim -2hrs 10min
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 Rennes with its bustling markets (especiallly                                                                                                                                                                                 DURATION            ROUTE                                HOURS      LOCKS
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                                                            B L AV ET                                                BR                                                                                                                            Hesse > Nancy > Hesse                28         50
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      Locks are manual or electric                                                                                                                Guipry-messac
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Hesse > Saarbrücken > Hesse          38         62
      and all of them have a lock keeper.                                                                                         La Gacilly
                                                                                                            Malestroit                                                                           MESSAC
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Metz                                                                                                              Sarreguemines
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                                                                                                                                                       L’Île aux Pies                                                                               Hesse > Strasbourg > Boofzheim      24         44

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                                                                                                                                          Redon                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Sarralbe

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                MOSEL
                                                                                                                                                                                                                               2 WEEK RETURN       Hesse > Saarbrücken > Metz > Hesse

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Hochfelden
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Hesse > Saverne > Hesse                                 Mousson                                                        Mittersheim
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      TRANSFER TIMES BY ROAD

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Lagarde
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   (min. 4 nights)
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 Rennes                                                                                                                                                                              Blain                    Nort-sur-        3, 4 OR 5 NIGHT
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                                                                                                                              La Roche-
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Gondrexange                                                                                               M A RN E AU
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 Nantes

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FRANCE

Burgundy:
Nivernais                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    I will always remember our wine tour in
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         the Nivernais Loire. The Sancerre vineyards

& Loire
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         stretched as far at the horizon and as the sun set,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        turning the leaves from green to golden, we sampled
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        wine made from the very grapes that surrounded us.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Wine, nature, good company - life is good!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Richard - UK

 Splendid châteaux, peaceful landscapes
 and pretty waterways                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           The huge Cathedral Saint-Cyr, the impressive Palais des Ducs (left)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                and other historical gems in the Roman city of Nevers.
 The charming Canal du Nivernais, Canal Lateral à la Loire and
 Canal de Bourgogne provide access to some of the most beautiful
 and varied cruising areas in France.

     TRANSFER TIMES BY ROAD
Paris CDG
                                                                                                                                                             Classic French wines in Sancerre and Chablis.
Migennes - 1hr 50mins • Châtillion-sur-Loire - 1hr 50 min
                                                                                    Paris
Tannay - 2hrs 45mins • Decize - 3hrs
                                                                                                               Montereau
Paris Orly                                                                                                    -Fault-Yonne
Migennes - 1hr 30mins • Châtillion-sur-Loire - 1hr 30 min                                                                                    NE
                                                                                 Moret-sur-Loing                                       SEI                                                                                       Canal
Tannay - 2hrs 30mins • Decize - 2hrs 40mins
                                                                                                             St-Mammès                        Pont-sur-Yonne
Basel/Mulhouse                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Canal non navigable
                                                                                                       Nemours                                                                                                                                                                                                                Fishing in Prégilbert or Paray-le-Monial.
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Migennes - 3hrs 50mins • Châtillion-sur-Loire - 4hrs 40 min                                                                                                                                                                      Rivier navigable
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Tannay - 3hrs 50mins • Decize - 4hrs 10mins
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Dijon
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Migennes - 2hrs • Châtillion-sur-Loire - 2hrs 50 min • Tannay - 1hr 50mins                                                                           MIGENNES
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                                                                                                           Montargis                                                                 St-Florentin
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        are manual with lock keepers. The Sardy Staircase near Baye has 16
Decize - 2hrs 20mins                                                                                                                              Joigny
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 locks and a lock keeper to assist. There are a few lifting bridges, operated by
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 pushing a button.
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                                                                                                                                                               Tonnerre                                                                                                          On Canal de Briare & Canal du Loing (Chatillon-sur-Loire to Migennes via
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You can take a one-way cruise between any of our bases in this
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                                                                                                                                                  Auxerre                                                                          Ancy-le-Franc                                 Montargis), most locks are automatic without lock keepers.
region, in either direction. Or you can book a return-to-base cruise                                                   Rogny-les-
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(3 nights minimum) from any base.                                                                                     Sept-Écluses                Vincelles
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                                                                                CHÂTILLON-                                          Mailly-le-Château                                                                                          RG                                                                                                                         Impressive Briare Aqueduct.
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                                                                                                                                             Clamecy                                     Vézelay                                                                                                                                                                          Magnificent châteaux in Chitry-les-Mines and Châtillon-en-Bazois.
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                    Migennes > Ancy-le-Franc >
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                    Migennes                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Dijon
                                                                                        Sancerre                                             TANNAY                                 Chitry-les-Mines                                                               Pouilly-en-                                                                                            Stunning views from the medieval hilltop village of Cercy-la-Tour.
                    Tannay > Châtel Censoir >                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Auxois
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                                                             24         52
                    Chitry-les-Mines > Tannay                                                                                                                                                                                              BASEL MULHOUSE
1 WEEK+ RETURN                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Famous Romanesque Basilica at Paray-le-Monial.
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                    Châtillon-sur-Loire > Sancerre >                                                                              La Charité-
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                                                                                                                                   sur-Loire        Baye                                                                                            Châteauneuf                                                                                                           Cycle along the perfectly flat tow paths between Auxerre and Decize
                    Nevers > Châtillon-sur-Loire
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                    Decize > Paray-le-Monial > Decize        30         38                                                                                                      Châtillon-en-Bazois
                                                                                                                                        Nevers                                                                                                                         Bourgogne

                    Migennes > Pont-sur-Yonne > Migennes 21             24                                                                Chevenon                                                                                                                   Chagny                        Watersports, hiking and
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            spectacular aqueducts at Baye.
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                                                                                  Apremont-sur-Allier
                    Decize > Tannay                          27         70                                                                               C
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CRUISING
                     Tannay > Migennes                       24         49
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either direction)
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                    Decize > La Charité-sur-Loire > Decize
                                                             25         28                                                        Dompierre-sur-Besbre
3, 4 OR 5 NIGHT
                    (min. 5 nights)                                                                                                                                                                         Paray-le-Monial                                                                    Fabulous Gothic cathedrals
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SHORT BREAK
                    Migennes > Auxerre > Migennes            11         20
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                and churches in Migennes,
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Sens, Auxerre (right)
SUGGESTIONS ONLY. YOUR START AND END BASE IS FIXED ONCE                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       and Nevers.
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BOOKED. WHAT YOU DO IN BETWEEN IS UP TO YOU.
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                                                                                                                                                                                     Roanne
Palatial buildings, opulent facades and rich heritage in Dijon –
            FRANCE                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            it’s like a mini-Paris!

Burgundy:
Franche-                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              I have long wanted to have a go

Comté
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            on a Segway - and in Dijon I finally took the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              opportunity. And what a stunning city to do it in.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Its grand architechture and lively vibe reminded me a lot of
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Paris. We effortly traversed the streets and leafy squares
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               with style and ease. Our one hour tour was the best city
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              experience I've ever had.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Amandine - Spain
Natural beauty in the heart of France
From dense forests, craggy cliffs and mountain scenery to rolling
pastures, vineyards and peaceful landscapes, Burgundy’s network of                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Hospices de Beaune with its colorful tiled roof and captivating
gentle rivers and canals makes this a delightful region and haven for                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             tour around the old hospital.
all who appreciate unhurried lifestyles, fine wines, gourmet cuisine
and stunning scenery.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Wine tasting at Côte de Beaune’s premier ‘cru’ vineyards, with famous
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   names such as Pommard, Chassagne-Montrachet , Rully and Mercury.

      TRANSFER TIMES BY ROAD
Lyon                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        River Seille: Easy cruising; self-operated locks;
St Jean-de-Losne - 1hr 50mins • Fontenoy-le-Château - 3hrs 40mins • Branges - 1hr 30mins                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    numerous well-equipped moorings.
Geneva
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Grande Saône: Between St.Jean de Losne and Mâcon – 3 large
St Jean-de-Losne - 2hrs 20mins • Fontenoy-le-Château - 3hrs 50mins • Branges - 1hr 30mins
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Épinal                                                                                                               electric locks, manned by lock keepers. A wide but generally slow-
Dijon
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    moving river. Mooring on pontoons or in a harbour is compulsory.
St Jean-de-Losne - 40mins • Fontenoy-le-Château - 2hrs • Branges - 1hr 20mins
Basel/Mulhouse                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Petite Saône: Easy cruising. Automatic locks, some operated by
                                                                                                                                                                                                                Bains-les-Bains                                                                                                                                     a lock keeper, but most are user-operated.
St Jean-de-Losne – 2hrs 20mins • Fontenoy-le-Château - 1hr 45 mins • Branges 2hrs 50mins
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Selles
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Canal de Bourgogne: All locks are manual and are operated by a
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    lock keeper.
CRUISING SUGGESTIONS                                                                                                                                                                                                                   FONTENOY-
You can take a one-way cruise between any of our bases in this                                                                                                                                                                         LE-CHÂTEAU                                                                                                                   Canal du Centre: Electric locks - most are user-operated.
region, in either direction. Or you can book a return-to-base cruise
(3 nights minimum) from any base.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Canal des Vosges: All locks are automatic, some are operated
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DURATION               ROUTE                               HOURS      LOCKS                                                                                                                    Scey-sur-Saône                 Port-sur-Saône
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                       St. Jean-de-Losne > Louhans >                                                                                                                                 Ray-sur-Saône
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  and Ray-sur-Saône.
                       St. Jean-de-Losne > Besançon >
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                       St. Jean-de-Losne
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                                                                                                                                                                                           Ô                                                                                                                                                                      Bresse chicken from Louhans, famous for its Monday poultry
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                                                                                                                                                                                                    Gray                                                                                                                                                          market.
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1 WEEK RETURN          St. Jean-de-Losne > Chagny >                                                                                                                                                                                                                 IN
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                                                                                                                                                                                                           Saint-Vit                  Besançon
                                                                                                                                 ST-JEAN-                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Historic Mâcon, one of the oldest towns in France, with its
                       Branges > Mâcon >
                                                           26         8                                                          DE-LOSNE                                         Auxonne                                                                                    St Vincent’s Cathedral and the busy Friday and Sunday markets in Chalon-sur-Saône.   cathedral, châteaux, Museum of Fine Arts and theatre.
                       Chalon-sur-Saône > Branges

                                                                                                                                                                                      Dole                                                                               Dôle and Besançon (below) - towns steeped in history and charm.
                       Fontenoy-le-Château >
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1 WEEK ONE-WAY
                       St. Jean-de-Losne                                                                        Beaune
CRUISING                                                                                                                                       Seurre
(Choose to cruise
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               LYON
in either direction)
                       St. Jean-de-Losne > Chagny > Branges 27        30
                                                                                                                  Chagny
                                                                                                                             Verdun-sur-le-Doubs
                                                                                                                            Gergy
2 WEEK ONE-WAY
                       Fontenoy-le-Château > Branges       50         38
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SHORT BREAK                                                                                                                             EI
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                       St. Jean-de-Losne > Dôle >
                                                           16         18                                       Tournus           Cuisery                                                                      Rivier navigable
                       St. Jean-de-Losne (min. 4 nights)
                                                                                                                           La Truchère                                                                        Le Boat Base
SUGGESTIONS ONLY. YOUR START AND END BASE IS FIXED ONCE BOOKED.
WHAT YOU DO IN BETWEEN IS UP TO YOU.

                                                                                                                         Mâcon

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I TA LY                                                                            Sparkling Prosecco, indulgent Gelato and divine Italian gastronomy.

Venice
& Friuli
 Effortlessly romantic & a delight to discover
 Our cruising grounds in Italy offer two completely different experiences.
 Venice and the surrounding lagoon offers opulence, action and everything
 you’d expect from this world-famous water city. The waterways in the Friuli
 region offer a quieter escape where the pleasures of rural Italy and the Adriatic
 coast provide boating magic at a slower pace.

                                                                                                                                    All locks and lifting bridges in the Venetian     Glass-blowing on Murano.
                                                                                                                                    Lagoon and surrounding waterways are
                                                                                                                                    automatic.
                                                                                                                            In the Lagoon, it’s best to use public mooring
                                                                                                                            places and catch a ferry over to tourist
                                                                                                                            destinations.
                                                                                                                            Moor only in designated cruising areas.
                                                                                                                            Exclusive private moorings are available for Le
                                                                                                                                                                                               We overnighted on the beautifully rural and
                                                                                                                            Boat customers cruising in the Venetian Lagoon
                                                                                                                                                                                    peaceful island of Sant' Erasmo - a sancturary of calm.
                                                                                                                            for which there is a compulsory supplement to /
                                                                                                                                                                                     The following day, the iconic Campoline and the grand
                                                                                                                            from Casale. They are located on Mazzorbo (for
                                                                                                                                                                                       venetian buildings on Venice came into view! Such an
                                                                                                                            Burano), Vignole (for Venice) and in Chioggia.
                                                                                                                                                                                      impressive sight - a life-long ambition achieved and what
                                                                                                                            Note: Exclusive private moorings do not have
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            better way than by boat!
                                                                                                                            access to shore power. The number of public
                                                                                                                            moorings and private marinas are limited.                                                                                  Emily – UK                                                                         The Adriatic beach resorts of Jesolo, Lido, Grado,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Caorle, Lignano and Bibione.

                                                                                                                        The colourful streets of Burano and its famous
                                                                                                                        lace-making.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   PRECENICCO                 Marano F.   N AT I S S A
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            TRIESTE
                               Venice – the most romantic city in the world with                                                                                                        TRANSFER TIMES BY ROAD                                                                                                                                               Lagunare
                                its many attractions including St Marks Basilica,                                                                                                   Venice Marco Polo                                                                                                          FRIULI          Portogruaro                         LAGUNA DI
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Aquileia
                                      the Palazzo Ducale and the Grand Canal.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      MARANO E
                                                                                                                                                                                    Casale - 15mins • Precenicco - 1hr                                                                   Concordia Sagittaria

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You can take a one-way cruise between either of our bases in this region, in                                                                                                        Trieste

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either direction (allow at least 5 nights) . Or you can book a return-to-base                                                                                                       Precenicco - 1hr                                Treviso

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Casier                                                                                                 Lignano Riviera

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     ENE
cruise (3 nights minimum) from either base.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Bibione
                                                                CRUISING   NO. LOCKS/                                                                                                                                                   CASALE
DURATION               ROUTE                                    HOURS      LIFTING BRIDGES                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Caorle
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                F.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Casale-Sul-Sile              F.
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                       Casale > Treviso > Venice > Chioggia >
                                                                22         2/0
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          LE                                   E               Porto Santa
                       Casale
1 WEEK RETURN                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Margherita
                                                                                                                                                                                                                VENETO                                                                  UNA
CRUISING
                       Precenicco > Marano Lagunare >                                                                                                                                                                                                                              L A G E TA
                       Caorle > Precenicco
                                                                17         4/2                                                                                                                                                                                                      VEN
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Mazzorbo                   Torcello
2 WEEK ONE-WAY                                                                                                                                                                                        Fiesso                                                                                          Lido di Jesolo
CRUISING
                       Precenicco > Caorle > Venice > Casale    24         4/6                                                                                                                       d'Artico                                     Murano
(Choose to cruise in
either direction)                                                                                                                                                                                                    Dolo                                                         Burano
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                       Casale > Venice > Casale                 10         2/0                                                                                                                                            DE
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Vignole
                       Precenicco > Marano Lagunare >
3, 4 OR 5 NIGHT
                       Grado > Aquileia > Precenicco            14         2/0                                                                                                                   Canal
SHORT BREAK                                                                                  The ancient University city of Padova – the City of Science - its buildings,
                       (min. 4 nights)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                LAGUNA
                       Precenicco > Marano Lagunare >
                                                                                             ambience and art exude splendour and magnificence.                                                  Canal non navigable                            V E N E TA
                                                                7          0/0
                       Lignano Riviera > Precenicco
                                                                                             Ancient towns and fishing villages along the peaceful Litoranea Veneta.
                                                                                                                                                                                                 Rivier navigable
SUGGESTIONS ONLY. YOUR START AND END BASE IS FIXED ONCE BOOKED.
WHAT YOU DO IN BETWEEN IS UP TO YOU.
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