Boating Vacations across the canals and rivers of Europe from Le Boat

The Tannay Cruise

Tannay > Auxerre > Tannay

Tannay produces some fantastic wines and is reputed for its traditional wineproducing methods. Savor regional delights on both sides of the canal en route to Auxerre, the former capital of the region.

The Decize Cruise

Decize > Baye > Decize

Cercy-la-Tour provides stunning views over the village and valley below while Châtillon-en-Bazois is home to one of the region’s most splendid châteaux. The lake at Baye provides excellent watersports facilities.

The Wine Lover's Cruise

Decize <=> Tannay

From the charming town of Decize head to Tannay, passing some of the region’s best-loved châteaux and castles en route at Chitry les-Mines and Châtillonen-Bazois. Enjoy wine tasting and shopping at Tannay before heading back to Decize.

The Chablis Cruise

Châtel Censoir <=> Migennes

Chatel Censoir - Migennes (or vice versa)

Set off on this classic Canal du Nivernais cruise from the beautiful port beneath the hilltops at Châtel Censoir. Visit Auxerre’s old quarter with its abbey and cathedral before cruising to Migennes.

Visit: Châtel Censoir; Vermenton; Auxerre; Migennes

Waterways: L’Yonne; Canal du Nivernais

The Classic Nivernais Cruise

Tannay <=> Migennes

Tannay - Migennes (or vice versa)

A beautiful cruise on the Canal du Nivernais and the River Yonne visiting medieval Clamecy, Châtel Censoir and Auxerre. Clamecy is surrounded by water and known locally as the ‘town of beautiful reflections’. Wander the maze of narrow streets lined with beautiful old houses and buy delicious chocolates, spicy sausage and foie gras. Enjoy a ...

The Arts & Culture Cruise

Châtel censoir > Clamecy > Auxerre > Châtel Censoir

Stop at the hilltop artisan town of Clamecy and Auxerre, the former medieval capital of Burgundy on this journey along the Canal du Nivernais and the River Yonne. Perfect towpaths make for great cycling.

The Rennaissance Cruise

Châtel Censoir > Corbigny > Châtel Censoir

From the picturesque port of Châtel Censoir, follow the beautiful Canal du Nivernais as it winds its way through the woodland and pastures of the peaceful Morvan countryside. Silver was mined in Renaissance times around the hills of Chitry-les-Mines and 17th century Corbigny was once defended by 14 towers – the remains of one can still be seen today. Stop ...

The Burgundy Chateaux Cruise

Migennes > Ancy le Franc (Montabard) > Migennes

Cruise past vibrant fields of yellow rapeseed or red poppies, fields of wheat and pretty lock houses with window boxes of colourful geraniums. Tall poplar trees line your route providing shade and tranquillity. St. Florentin has a wonderful market and good restaurants, while the ancient city of Tonnere in the heart of Burgundy, is famous for its ‘Fosse Dionne’ – ...

The Cathedral Cruise

Migennes > Sens > Joigny > Migennes

This is an easy cruise on the River Yonne with few locks, so you’ll have plenty of time to admire the magnificent architecture of the wonderful gothic cathedrals at Migennes and Sens, as well as for historic sightseeing, shopping and fabulous restaurants! Spend time in the delightful medieval village of Joigny and Villenauve-sur-Yonne has a superb Tuesday market and 13th ...

The Medieval Cruise

Migennes > Corbigny > Migennes

This cruise takes you through the heart of the Nivernais region, stopping en route at medieval villages and splendid châteaux with art treasures of the past. Notable vineyards ensure good winetastings wherever you stop.