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Here are some cruising suggestions ...
Short Breaks
Decize
Short Break
Decize
– Charite-sur-Loire
– Decize
(136 km - 34 locks - 30 hrs)
- Vineyards sprawling to far horizons, warm breezes redolent with the scent of blossoms, the savoury taste of gourmet meals, and a satisfying glass of wine on the boat’s sundeck are just a few of the delights of French canal holidays in the Loire Valley.
- France’s beautiful countryside slowly passes as you go from village to village, exploring châteaux , abbeys and museums!
Duration: 5 nights
Cruise Type: return trip
Week Breaks
The Wine Lovers Cruise
Chatillon-sur-Loire
- Nevers
- Sancerre
- Chatillon-sur-Loire
(180 km - 38 locks - 36 hrs)
- The Canal lateral à la Loire runs through the beautiful Loire Valley, which is amongst the best wine-producing regions in France.
- You can’t resist stopping in Sancerre to see Maison des Sancerre and learn how the world’s finest wines are produced!
- French canal holidays inspire you to explore with your bicycles, or to spend time in busy waterfront cities like Nevers .
Duration: one week
Cruise Type: return trip
The Heritage Cruise
Chatillon-sur-Loire
- Briare
- Montargis
- Chatillon-sur-Loire
(122 km - 62 locks - 30 hrs)
- Set off down the scenic Canal latéral à la Loire from Châtillon-sur-Loire for the historic villages of Briare and Montargis .
- Pass under stately bridges and marvel at the rolling green countryside.
- Experience Europe’s longest aqueduct near Briare , a true wonder of engineering and a highlight of your Heritage Cruise boat hire in the Loire Valley!
Duration: one week
Cruise Type: return trip
The Sparkling Cruise
Chatillon-sur-Loire
- Decize
(or vice versa)
(133 km - 26 locks - 27 hrs)
- Vineyard tours and wine tasting are a favourite pastime in the Loire Valley, making French canal holidays almost essential to best see the historic sites.
- Pretty towns and larger cities like beautiful Montargis beckon.
- Vibrant and packed with superior restaurants and fascinating museums, the towns offer the best of both worlds on the Canal latéral à la Loire.
Duration: one week
Cruise Type: one-way
Longer Breaks
The Castles and Cathedrals
Migennes
- Sens
- Montargis
- Chatillon
sur
Loire
( 210km
- 71 locks - 45 hrs)
- You love grand châteaux . There’s just no doubt about it, and you’ve been enjoying them all along the way on your extended French canal vacations in Loire!
- Ambling through magnificent gardens is like walking in a fragrant rainbow!
- Gothic cathedrals soaring above mediaeval cities excite you just as much, making your visits to Migennes , Auxerre and Sens all the more memorable!
Duration: two weeks
Cruise Type: one-way
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Tango

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