FRENCH BOATING GUIDE 2017


You can hire a self-drive barge from Locaboat’s extensive fleet of 380 vessels, and choose one of several regions, from Canal du Midi in the south to Alsace in the north


vessels complete with swimming pools, spa treatment rooms and observations decks. www.elegantresorts.co.uk


European Waterways +44 (0)1753 598555


Met with a champagne welcome, guests can enjoy these all- inclusive hotel cruises covering a range of themes and locations. www.gobarging.com


FPP Travel +33 (0)3 85 53 76 70


A French specialist in canal boat holidays with 40 one-way cruises, more than 70 boat models and four different ranges of comfort to meet all budgets. www.houseboat-hire.com


France Afloat +33 (0)3 86 81 54 55 A family business based in France. Motor yachts, barges and budget-friendly boats are some of the vessels available. www.franceafloat.com


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GreenRiver Cruises +33 (0)6 50 22 90 65


Proffers several types of cruises departing from Paris, either on the Seine or on the Canal Saint-Martin. Guests can travel from one island to the other or sail along the quays. www.greenriver-paris.fr/en


Holidays Afloat +44 (0)1756 706515 Whether you’re manning a self-drive boat or unwinding on a


Hotel Barge Alegria +33 (0)4 67 39 76 46 Offering tandem cruises for groups of more than four or six people, enabling large parties to travel in tow on two vessels. www.hotelbargealegria.com


Hotel Barge Caroline +33 (0)6 03 30 95 22


Cruises along the Canal du Midi aboard Caroline, run by couple Ute and Uli Weber. A flowered sun deck and spacious cabins


Freewheel Cruises +44 (0)1983 299395


These barges have all been built or refitted recently, providing comfortable en suite rooms and high-quality French cuisine. www.freewheelcruises.com


G Adventures +44 (0)344 272 2060 Voyage down the canals of France’s wine country on intimate riverboats and barges. www.gadventures.co.uk


hotel barge, make your way along France’s beautiful waterways through tunnels, over aqueducts and right into the heart of little towns. www.holidaysafloat.co.uk


Hoseasons +44 (0)345 498 6060


Organises self-catering boating holidays in France, with more than 250 boats available and detailed listings. www.hoseasons.co.uk


ensure a relaxing stay. www.bargecaroline.com


Hotel Barge Enchanté +33 (0)6 98 88 07 61 A double-decker barge


stunningly furnished in Art Deco style, journeying from Sallèles- d’Aude to Trèbes. www.enchante-barge.com


Hotel Barge Rosa +33 (0)6 32 32 42 49 As featured on Rick Stein’s French Odyssey. Run by a French- and English-speaking crew, Rosa glides down the Canal de Garonne between Bordeaux and Toulouse. www.barge-rosa.com


Le Boat +44 (0)23 9280 8943


Offers self-drive boating holidays for couples, families and friends with a fleet of 40-plus. A handy grading system helps customers match a boat to their budget. www.leboat.co.uk


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