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Locaboat proposes boating holidays in a self driving & self-catering boat to rent on the rivers of Aquitaine, Périgord and Garonne: the Lot, Baïse, Tarn and the Lateral Canal to the Garonne from Agen and Valence-sur-Baïse. Boating holidays on a Pénichette, licence free, will help you discover cities rich in history such as Villeneuve-sur-Lot, Vianne, Buzet or Moissac.
Lot Garonne Tarn
Agen
This region boasts 300km of navigable waterways, covering five very varied rivers and canals, all rich in history. As well as contrasting landscapes and a wealth of monuments, the region's reputation for fine food and wine adds to the delights of a cruise here.
There are several remarkable structures to be seen, including the great 549 metre long aqueduct at Agen with its 23 arches. You can now once again cruise to Montauban. At Moissac don't miss the 11 th century abbey, a treasure of medieval art, then why not lock down into the River Tarn to cruise as far as St Nicholas de la Grave, 12km of outstanding natural beauty.
The delightful Lot valley makes for an 80km cruise with much to offer. Spectacular scenery combines with medieval villages like Clairac and Castelmoron, with superb half-timbered houses. Casseneuil is a miniature Venice , and you shouldn't miss its church with splendid wall paintings. Villeneuve-sur-Lot and Penne-d'Agenais are good examples of the region's history and traditions.
Baise Garonne
AgenValence
Cruising the Baïse, you wind your way through lush and intimate countryside. Discover from the river Gascon fortified towns, gentle hills and flowery meadows, and do some gentle angling along the way.
Towns you visit include Vianne, Lavardac and Nérac, seat of the Albret family. Looking out from the Chateau of Henri IV, the quayside with its old workshops converted into restaurants makes a marvellous view.
From the quays of Condom were shipped the precious casks of Armagnac down to Bordeaux.
See the Abbey of Flaran, a pearl of Cistercian art, before reaching the end of your cruise at Valence-sur-Baïse.
Fishing
Carps, roach, white bleaks, eels, white fish, pikes, poles, perches:
The Lot-Périgord has a lot to offer for occasional as well as true passionate fishermen.
There will be for every taste
From sporting fishing to a more relaxed one, there is fishing for everyone’s level. You will be close to the wildlife all day… Before meeting around a tasty treat! To be able to fish, you will need a licence. This licence is priced at €26 for 15 days and can be purchased at our base. It is valid for all rivers whatever area you spend your holiday.
South West - Baïse - Lot
The risks of flooding exist at spring time as well as at the end of October on the rivers Baïse, Lot and the Garonne, but never on the “lateral canal in the Garonne”. The locks on this canal are semi-automatic and function with traffic lights. They are open every day except on May the 1st. On the Baïse, the locks are automatic and function with magnetic cards, as on the Lot where the lockkeepers are present. On these two rivers the locks are open every day. To join the Lot, you have to cross over the Garonne at the irregular canal (risk of dryness in August). This crossing is performed by a professional pilot and the right-of-way will cost you 17 euro.
Here are some cruising suggestions...
1 Week
Agen - Agen
Canal Latéral à la Garonne
Agen, Buzet, Mas-Agenais, Castets-en-Dorthe. Agen
130 km - Locks: 28 - navigation: 4 : 45' / Day
Agen - Agen
Canal Latéral à la Garonne, Baïse
Agen, Buzet, Vianne, Nérac, Moncrabeau. Agen
150 km - Locks: 44 - navigation: 4 : 30' / Day
Agen - Agen
Canal Latéral à la Garonne
Agen, Moissac, Castelsarrasin, Montech. Agen
140 km - Locks: 46 - navigation: 4 : 30' / Day
Agen - Agen
Canal Latéral à la Garonne, Lot
Agen, Buzet, La Garonne, Aiguillon, Villeneuve s/Lot. Agen
182 km - Locks: 28 - navigation: 4 : 30' / Day
Agen - Valence
Canal Latéral à la Garonne, Baïse
Agen, Vianne, Nérac, Condom Valence
83 km - Locks: 26 - navigation: 2 : 50' / Day
Agen - Valence
Baïse, Canal Latéral à la Garonne
Agen, Damazan, Le Mas-Agenais, Vianne, Nérac, Condom Valence
145 km - Locks: 36 - navigation: 4 : 30' / Day
10 days
Agen - Agen
Canal Latéral à la Garonne
Agen, Moissac, Montech, Toulouse. Agen
232 km - Locks: 74 - navigation: 4 : 45' / Day
2 weeks
Agen - Agen
Canal Latéral à la Garonne, Baïse
Agen, Buzet, Valence, Castet-en-Dorthe, Moissac. Agen
305 km - Locks: 94 - navigation: 4 : 30' / Day
Agen - Agen
Canal Latéral à la Garonne, Lot , Baïse
Agen, Buzet, Valence, La Garonne, Aiguillon, Villeneuve s/Lot. Agen
284 km - Locks: 72 - navigation: 4 : 30' / Day
Agen - Valence
Baïse, Lot , Canal Latéral à la Garonne
Agen, Castelmoron, Villeneuve-sur-Lot, Lustrac, Vianne, Nérac, Condom Valence
224 km - Locks: 41 - navigation: 3 : 0' / Day
SELF DRIVE BOATS IN THIS REGION RUN BY LOCABOAT
Penichette 1020FB
Penichette 1180FB
Penichette 1400FB
Penichette 1500FB
Penichette 1120R
Penichette 1160FB
Penichette 1165FB
Penichette 1260-1260R
Penichette 1500R
Penichette 1106FB
Penichette 1107-1107W
Penichette 935-935W
SPECIAL OFFERS
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Discounts with Locaboat
Take advantage of an exceptional 20 % discount* for every cruise of a minimum of one week completed from April 5th until May 12th , 2012.
This offer applies to every destination and boat (except the New Con Fly model in Italy).In order to promote the boats Europa 400 and Europa 600, the company is offering the same price as their Penichette .
The Europa 400 will be at the same price as the P1020FB
The Europa 600 will be at the same price as the P1180FB
* This offer cannot be added with our other offers - Non retroactive - Subject to availability.Permanent discounts
Couple or family discounts (two adults alone or with up to four children) on the following boats:
P935 / P935W : 2 adults 1 child
P1107 / P1107W : 2 adults 1, 2 or 3 children
P1106FB : 2 adults 1, 2 ou 3 children
P1120R : 2 adults 1, 2, 3 ou 4 children
P1020FB : 2 adults 1, 2 ou 3 children
Europa 400: 2 adults 1 ou 2 childrenFamily discount
Discounts on P1260R , P1500R , P1160FB , P1165FB , P1180FB , P1400FB , P1500FB , E600 or E700 in France, Germany, Ireland, Poland or Italy for one week minimum:
- 5% discount if one child between the ages of 2 and 18 is on board
- 7% discount if two children between the ages of 2 and 18 is on board
- 10% discount if three children between the ages of 2 and 18 is on board
- 12% discount if four children between the ages of 2 and 18 is on boardLong cruise discount:
-3% discount off cruises between 10 and 13 days
-5% discount off cruises between 14 and 20 days
-7% discount off cruises between 21 and 27 days
-10% discount off cruises between 28 and 99 days
Early season discount and late season discount
If you book a week cruise before 30/03 or after 13/10/2012, you will get a discount of 10% (not applicable on the boat Europas in Germany and Poland)The discounts can be cumulated up to 20%.