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Burgundy Loire
On the edge of the Nivernais Loire region of Burgundy, the gently sloping Canal latéral à la Loire follows the course of the River Loire and affords spectacular views of the surrounding vineyard-clad hilltops and the beautiful River Loire itself.
These are some nice cruises...
History and Architecture
- Chatillon
sur
Loire - Briare
- Chatillon
sur
Loire
- Rogny
- Montargis
- Rogny
Wine and Gastronomy
- Briare
- Sancerre
- Briare
- Decize
- Sancerre
- Decize
- Coulanges
sur
Yonne
- Chatillon
en Bazois
- Chatillon
sur
Loire - Sancerre
- Briare
out and back
Sports
- Nevers Plagny - Rogny
- Chatillon sur Loire out and back
With few locks to operate, this is an easy place to cruise. Cruising the surrounding network of waterways - the Canal du Nivernais, the River Yonne and the River Seine provides a perfect opportunity to see this gentle and peaceful region from a unique perspective.
From our base at Châtillon-sur-Loire, beautiful villages to visit include Montargis, known as the ‘The Venice of Gatinais’ because of its many canals and humpbacked bridges and Briare for its famous Eiffel Aqueduct.
The vineyard clad hilltops surround the hilltop village of Sancerre where wine-tastings of this classic Loire wine are available. Nevers is famous for producing the oldest china in France; its quaint streets converge on the splendid Ducal Palace.
HOTEL BARGES IN THIS REGION
Eden
Built in 1924 to Groninghen to the Netherlands. To the construction, she measured 28 meters of long and 4. 99 meters of wide one. To this era, she transported until 168 tons of merchandise. In 1964, she was lengthened of 8 meters to transport 228 tons. It is in 1996 that she stops his...
Meanderer
Originally a 1948 Belgian "Spitz" commercial barge, Meanderer was converted to a luxury hotel barge in 1992. Since her conversion she has been continually upgraded and now offers probably the most luxurious six passenger barge specification available in Europe. With three en-suite...
Nymphea
The 6 passenger Nymphea is a classic Dutch design with shallow draft and is ideal for navigating the incredibly beautiful yet somewhat sandy reaches of the river Cher in the Loire valley. Refitted throughout, her traditional ship interior features a warm classic decor of rich varnished hardwoods,...
Renaissance
Western Burgundy and Upper Loire - Luxury Barge Charters and Cruise Vacations aboard Renaissance
Renaissance accommodates up to eight passengers in ultimate luxury. She was extensively refitted in 2009 and will delight the most discerning passenger. The air conditioned interior includes...
Stern
Discover the Secrets of the Upper Loire Region on a canal cruise holiday aboard luxury Barge "Stern".
Barge "Stern" is a Dutch Barge cruising the French canals and rivers. The name "Stern" is Dutch for tern, a small seagull. Barge "Stern" is a Luxe...
SELF DRIVE BOATS IN THIS REGION
Estivale Duo
This is one of the most luxurious self-drive boats on the waterways for a couple. A stairway molded into the hull provides easy access to the flying bridge where the bridge controls fold away neatly for additional space and comfort. Perfect for outdoor living, at the front of the boat the bow...
Estivale Octo
The Nicols Octo self-drive boat is the largest of the Estivale range. With four cabins the Octo is ideal for large families or groups. It can accommodate up to ten people if using the convertible bed in the saloon area. 4 cabins: 4 double beds convertible in 8 single beds...
Estivale Quattro - Quattro S
The Nicols Quatro self-drive boat is perfect for two couples or one couple and two children but it can accommodate up to six people if using the convertible bed in the saloon area. 2 cabins: 2 double bed (140x195) convertible into single beds 2 bathrooms /WC Lounge with...
Estivale Sixto prestige
The SIXTO PRESTIGE: Sleeps up to 6 people. Recommanded for 2 couples or 1 couple and 2 children. A luxurious model for a prestigious and exceptional cruise! Large and luxurious forward cabin, with dressing and saloon (TV screen 80cm), kitchen with dishwasher and micro-wave, saloon...
Royal Mystique
Luxury Afloat! A superbly spacious and elegant boat - ideal for two couples. Wonderfully spacious interior throughout; exceptionally large rear cabin Fitted electric BBQ hot plate and portable cool box on upper deck Air-conditioning and heating throughout Bow...
Vision 3 and Vision 3 SL
Unrivaled for onboard cruising luxury. Come on board for the ultimate cruising experience! The Vision 3 SL is a new boat for 2013, it does not have any TV in the cabins and has stairs from the saloon to sundeck. Interior: Luxurious and spacious interior, tastefully furnished and...
Vision 4 and Vision 4 SL
Unrivaled for onboard cruising luxury. Come on board for the ultimate cruising experience! The Vision 4 SL is new for 2013, it does not have any TV in the cabin and has stairs from the saloon to the sundeck. Interior : Luxurious and spacious interior, tastefully furnished and equipped...
Calypso
Designed for traditional canal boat lovers with all the latest innovations in comfort and equipment. 3 cabins/lounge/2 bathrooms Two rear cabins with two single beds convertible into one double bed, each with en suite bathroom One central cabin with two single beds convertible into one...
Caprice
The Caprice is a modern design, with a light and airy interior, ample headroom and features normally associated with larger boats. The 2 en-suite cabins are located towards the front of the boat, leaving the rear of the boat open for relaxing! The glass sliding doors in the sitting area lead...
Classique Star
An elegant and spacious cruiser comfortably sleeping eight people. 4 cabins/lounge/3 bathrooms Two rear cabins, each with two single beds convertible into one double bed both with en suite bathrooms. Two forward cabins, one with double bed and the other with two cross over single bunk...
Clipper
Sumptuously spacious for four – in two separate large cabins each with en suite toilet/shower. 2 cabins / lounge / 2 bathrooms Front cabin with double bed and en suite toilet and shower Rear cabin has two single beds convertible to a double and en suite toilet and shower...
Continentale
The Continentale gets a complete makeover! The Continentale has had a complete makeover and now its sleek exterior mirrors the fantastic range of soft furnishings and all new modern facilities on board. All Continentales in the Le Boat fleet have been completely refurbished and upgraded to...
Elegance
A beautiful light, spacious and well-appointed boat. The big brother to the Caprice with an emphasis on comfort, space and light. The 3 en-suite cabins are located towards the front of the boat, with the dining room and kitchen to aft. Glass sliding doors open onto a rear deck with steps up...
Grand Classique
Unrivalled for style, comfort and space and is ideal for big families or groups! 5 cabins/Lounge/3 Bathrooms Two rear cabins, each with two single beds convertible into one double bed One central cabin with two single bunk beds Two forward cabins, one with double bed and the other...
Grand Confort 1100
The Nicols Grand Confort provides comfortable and spacious cabins (headroom below deck around 2 meters), each cabin has its own bathroom / WC. Easy and safe access to the fore terrace (the gangway is molded into the hull deck) aft steps lead to the roof solarium... privacy is respected offering...
Grand Confort 1350
The Nicols Grand Confort self-drive boat range provides comfortable and spacious cabins (headroom below deck around 2 meters). Each cabin has its own bathroom / WC. Easy and safe access to the forward terrace (the gangway is molded into the hull) and aft steps lead to the roof solarium... This...
Magnifique
Superb luxury, comfort and style! Undoubtedly one of the very best luxury cruiser for large parties, the Magnifique offers unbeatable onboard comfort and style. 4 cabins/lounge/3 bathrooms New-look interior with premium upholstery and flooring throughout Ultra-modern kitchen galley,...
Penichette 1020FB
Special price for couples. Forward cabin with either 1 double or 2 or 3 singles (of which one an upper bunk installed on request). Storage and hanging space. Shower compartment with shower, basin and marine WC Stern cabin with double bed. Storage and hanging space. Shower compartment...
Penichette 1180FB
Two forward cabins with double berths that can be transformed into two single berths (1 upper bunk can be installed on request in one of the cabins). Storage and hanging space. Each cabin has its own shower compartment with shower, handbasin and marine WC. Stern cabin with double bed, shower...
Penichette 1400FB
At the bows two cabins each with 2 single beds that can be joined to make a double bed. Hanging cupboard and storage. Each cabin has its own shower, hand basin and marine WC. At the stern, one cabin with double bed, with the possibility of installing one small, child size, upper single...
Penichette 1500FB
Four cabins that each have a double bed that can be transformed into two single beds . When the beds are configured as twins an additional upper pullman berth can be installed on request in any of the cabins. Hanging cupboard and storage. Each cabin has its own shower , handbasin and marine...
Salsa
The Salsa’s superb interior layoutmake it ideal for large families or groups of friends 4 cabins/lounge/2 bathrooms Two rear cabins with two single beds convertible into one double bed, each with en suite bathroom Two central cabins, each with double bed Large front lounge...
Tango
The ideal model for a small family or two couples in two separate cabins. 2 cabins/lounge/1 bathroom Two rear cabins each with two singles convertible to a double bed A large lounge with steering position, direct access to front and to deck – settee convertible into one double bed...
Cirrus
Generous accommodation for a small family, or two people. 1 cabin/lounge/1 bathroom Model 1 Main rear cabin with two single beds Saloon with settee convertible to double bed Upper sundeck with a second steering position Door from saloon to forward sundeck sitting area...
Corvette
Newly upgraded to provide greater onboard comfort – a perfect choice for four people. 2 cabins/lounge/2 bathrooms Newly modernized spacious and comfortable lounge with new uphostery and wood effect flooring, inside steering position and lockable safe Rear cabin with two...
Crusader
A smart cruiser offering excellent accommodation for six people. 3 cabins/lounge/3 bathrooms Three separate cabins each with en suite bathrooms with shower and toilet Forward cabin with two single beds Two rear cabins each with single beds convertible to double Lounge with...
Grand Confort 900
The Grand Confort self-drive boat provides comfortable and spacious cabins (headroom below deck around 2 meters). Each cabin has its own bathroom / WC. Easy and safe access to the fore terrace (the gangway is molded into the hull deck) aft steps lead to the roof solarium... Privacy is...
Millau
Our largest and most spacious fly-bridge model offering generous top deck space, with comfort and facilities for 8. This boat has been designed to sleep 8 in comfort - with 4 cabins, and 4 shower / toilets. The very large top deck is where you will spend most of your time, eating, drinking and...
Normandie
Large and comfortable - a very popular family boat with the comfort and convenience of a single level inside. Our 1325 FB fleet has been designed to cater for groups of 6 in comfort, or a practical and cost effective cruiser for up to 10. The 3 ensuite cabins offer 2 double beds and one...
Penichette 1120R
Two large forward cabins with double bed can each take an optional extra upper pullman berth Hand basin, hanging cupboard and storage in each cabin. 2 shower compartments, each with shower, hand basin and marine WC. Fitted kitchen, inside steering, 2 large sliding sunroofs (the dinette...
Penichette 1160FB
Superb forward double cabin with large en suite shower compartment, with hand basin, shower and marine WC. ...
Penichette 1165FB
Superb forward double cabin with large en suite shower compartment, with hand basin, shower and marine WC. Hanging cupboard and storage. At the stern one cabin with double cabin, hanging cupboard and storage, and another cabin with upper and lower single berths, hanging cupboard and storage....
Penichette 1260R
Three large double cabins, with the possibility of additional upper pullman berths in the two forward cabins. Hand basin, hanging cupboard and storage in each cabin. 2 shower compartments with shower and marine WC. Fitted kitchen, inside steering, 2 large sliding sunroofs. The dinette...
Penichette 1500R
Four large double cabins, with the possibility of additional upper pullman berths in the two forward cabins Handbasin, hanging cupboard and storage in each cabin 2 shower compartments, each with shower and separate marine WC Fitted kitchen, inside steering, 2 large sliding sunroofs (the...
Sedan 1000
The Nicols series-sedan, is a serie exclusive to Nicols, a concept unequalled in the field of pleasure boating : the success lies in the superb saloon with its panoramic view, a vast sliding door to the rear of the saloon leading to an enjoyable sedan terrace, with its overhead sun canopy under...
Sedan 1160
The Nicols series-sedan, is a serie exclusive to Nicols, a concept unequalled in the field of pleasure boating : the success lies in the superb saloon with its panoramic view, a vast sliding door to the rear of the saloon leading to an enjoyable sedan terrace, with its overhead sun canopy under...
Sedan 1170
The Nicols series-sedan, is a serie exclusive to Nicols, a concept unequalled in the field of pleasure boating : the success lies in the superb saloon with its panoramic view, a vast sliding door to the rear of the saloon leading to an enjoyable sedan terrace, with its overhead sun canopy under...
Sedan 1310
The Nicols series-sedan, is a range exclusive to Nicols, a concept unequaled in the field of pleasure boating : the success lies in the superb saloon with its panoramic view, a vast sliding door to the rear of the saloon leading to an enjoyable sedan terrace, with its overhead sun canopy under...
Tower
Large and spacious model with high level sun deck allowing 360 degree panoramic views. Our most capacious cruiser in terms of accommodation - this boat is perfect for the very large family, or groups of friends. 4 cabins contain beds for 8, in double or bunk bed formats and a large sundeck on...
Nautilia
Huge upper sundeck makes this a great boat for large groups of family and friends. 4 cabins/lounge/2 bathrooms Two rear cabins, each with two single beds convertible into one double bed Two forward cabins, one with double bed and the other with two cross over single bunk beds...
Penichette 1106FB
Superb forward double cabin with large en suite shower compartment, with hand basin, shower and marine WC. Hanging cupboard and storage. At the stern one cabin with two single beds (double cabin in Ireland and Ardennes), hanging cupboard and storage, and another cabin with upper and lower...
Penichette 1107-1107W
Ideal for families. Forward cabin with double bed, hand basin and storage. Shower compartment with shower, hand basin and marine WC. Additional storage and hanging cupboard in the corridor. Central cabin with double bed and single bed. Dinette convertible to double bed. Fitted...
Penichette 935-935W
Ideal for couples, special price for 2 people or 2 people and child. Forward cabin with double bed, hanging cupboard and storage. One single bed in corridor. Shower compartment with, hand basin and marine WC. Dinette convertible to double bed. Fitted kitchen. Raised helm position,...
Riviera 1120
An earlier design from the Nicols boatyard, these boats are renowned for their maneuverability. Ideal for a first cruise, they provide comfortable cabins, a saloon with overhead sliding roof so that you may eat in the sun, an ideal compromise of comfort on board at attractive prices! Big...
Riviera 920
An earlier design from the Nicols boatyard, these boats are renowned for their maneuverability. Ideal for a first cruise, they provide comfortable cabins, a saloon with overhead sliding roof so that you may eat in the sun, an ideal compromise of comfort on board at attractive prices ! Very...
Sedan 800
Ideal self-drive boat for a couple 1 cabin: 1 double bed 1 bathroom /WC Lounge with 360° panoramic view and convertible table into a single bed Inside steering position with double seat Equipped kitchen 56 liter fridge - 2-ring hob Back terrace ...
Sheba
Nice spacious boat for a couple or young family 1 cabin/lounge/1 bathroom Aft cabin with double bed and convertible single settee Convertible double bed in saloon Two steering positions, one inside and one outside Shore power Radio/CD player Headroom : 1. 88m...
Tamaris
A popular family boat 2 cabins/lounge/2 bathrooms Forward cabin with two single bed convertible to a double bed (not in Alsace and Burgundy) Spacious lounge with interior steering position, opening roof, dining table, convertible double bed or two single beds Rear cabin with double...