France Boating Vacations

With the widest choice of boating vacations across France, we've had to split the country into regions, each of which have their own unique style. Try the Canal du Midi in the South of France - Europe's oldest waterway stretching from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean, or the impressive Lot river which winds through the South West of France.

The choice is up to you - we've tried to give you as much information as possible on each of the areas, but if you still can't make up your mind, don't hesitate to call our highly trained sales staff who are  able to help you with your choice.

France

• Canal du Midi Listed by UNESCO as a world heritage site, the Canal du Midi takes you on a wonderful journey through the South of France allowing you to enjoy the heart of the gastronimic Languedoc countryside. Visit Canal du Midi Cruising Companion.
  
• Camargue A perfect destination for Beginners to enjoy a wonderful boating vacation. The Camargue has something for everyone, swim in the clear waters of the Mediterranean at nearby seaside resorts, enjoy the amazing wildlife including over 400 species of birds that the Camargue provides habitats for, or enjoy the ancient fishing ports of Aigues Mortes and Sète. Visit the Camargue Cruising Companion.
• Aquitaine The picture-postcard scenery of the Aquitaine region in South West France has inspired artists for generations and is a delight to visit. Take a boating vacation down the Aquitaine and sample the regional specialities of foie gras, truffles and wild mushrooms. Visit the Aquitaine Cruising Companion.
  
• Lot For centuries, the River Lot has wound its way through a landscape rich in natural beauty, ancient culture and spectacular scenery. Le Boat gives you the opportunity to explore the Lot in both directions - west towards Gallic town of Luzech and east as far as Larnagol. Visit the Lot Cruising Companion.
  

• Charente Discover the true spirit of France in this region famed for its fine cognac, delicious cuisine and Romanesque art and architecture. Boasting waterfront towns and villages and an 18-hole golf course at Cognac, this will be a boating vacation with something for everyone. Visit the Charente Cruising Companion.
  

• Burgundy Spectacularly beautiful, this cultural and gastronomic region in the heart of France is perfect for a tranquil boating vacation allowing the re-discovering the natural beauty of unspoiled countryside. Visit the Burgundy Cruising Companion.
• Nivernais The charming Canal du Nivernais, reputed to be one of the prettiest in France, provides an ideal opportunity to wind your luxury boat peacefully between Auxerre and Decize through rolling meadows, hillside vineyards, rocky outcrops and forests. Visit the Nivernais Cruising Companion.
  
• Loire Known locally as the 'green land of running waters' and internationally as a wine lover's paradise, the boating region of Burgundy offers visitors a chance to savor beautiful landscapes, fine cuising and excellent wines or France while aboard a Le Boat cruiser. Visit the Loire Cruising Companion.
  
• Brittany Perfect for beginners, Brittany's network of Napoleonic and flower adorned castles are a delight to navigate by boat or by bike. Visit Brittany Cruising Companion.
  
• Alsace-Lorraine Famous for its delicious quiche, the Lorraine region of North Eastern France is renowned for its unspoiled countryside giving some truely picturesque views to enjoy on your boating vacation. Visit the Alsace-Lorraine Cruising Companion.