France South West

Midi

The elaborate Canal du Midi links Toulouse to Sete and is officially Europe’s oldest artificial waterway. Unique due to its sheer size and the cleverness of it’s design, the canal stands as testament to French architect, Pierre Paul Riquet and is a joy to navigate.

Camargue

Cruising through this exquisite wildlife haven, you will spot graceful Arab horses and steady brown bulls roaming freely by the riverside. The exotic flourishes of wild pink flamingos, dotted about the lush green landscape, will catch your eye as you pass by.

Aquitaine Gascony

Let your taste buds take over as you enter this region as good food and feasting are well-loved pass times! Explore markets set along medieval lanes, where fresh foie gras is set out on stalls next to heaps of plump local strawberries. You will receive a warm welcome to match the weather wherever you stop.

Lot

Tucked between tobacco fields and walnut copses in the Quercy region are the wide valleys and dramatic gorges of The Lot. The river has cut a deep path through the region, resulting in this cruise benefiting from some of the most fascinating scenery in the whole of France.

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Brittany

From Argoat to Armor, Brittany offers 600 km (400 miles) of waterways for you to cruise at your leisure. Napoleonic canals are lined with flower adorned locks, wide rivers ramble through wooded valleys and estuaries flow into the sea giving you so many different opportunities to discover the wonderful scenery along the Breton banks.

Charente

The river in the region was once described as “the most beautiful of the French kingdom”, and is one of the most enjoyable to navigate. Famed for its production of fine Cognac, the area also boasts many architectural and historical delights.

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Burgundy

From the eastern part of Burgundy to the forests of the Franche Compte region of France, waterways will transport you through a magnificent and varied landscape typical of this region.

Loire

This peaceful region of lush countryside and vineyards holds many undiscovered castles, manor houses and hunting lodges, all of which are awaiting your arrival!

Nivernais

Cruising through the Bourbonnais and Nivernais regions, a feeling of relaxation and well-being will overcome your senses. This is a region famous for it’s quiet way of life and is quintessential France.

Alsace-Lorraine

A land of unexpected and fascinating contrasts, Alsace Lorraine offers something for everyone, from peaceful golden hop plains to deep forest and enchanting castles. Proudly French yet with Germanic influences, this is a great region to sample beer and wine. Sip some Riesling wine with some of the traditional sweet plum tart.

Italy

Renowned for the art and architecture and not to mention the food and romance, Italy is a Mediterranean gem perfect for your boating holiday, full of exciting and inspiring sights around each corner. You can almost sense the magic in the air as you enter this enchanting region and enjoy the prestigious view you receive from being on the water.

Germany

Along the varied and beautiful boating waterways of Germany, you will find the landscape alternating between forests, moors and green pastures. Rent a self drive boat and discover typical lakeside houses along the banks and stunning baroque castles standing tall in the midst of tiny villages.

Holland

This is truly the country of boats, with canals and waterways at every turn. Windmills tower at the entrance of towns as if to mark your route along the pretty Dutch landscape and thousands of ponds, lakes, brooks and canals flow in every direction to form magnificent aquatic embroidery.

Ireland

Always up for the craic, the Irish hospitality is renowned as being amongst the best in the world even though the country is one of the smallest. Boat rental and cruising in Ireland past lush green landscapes and picturesque countryside is beautiful.

England

Enjoy a traditional boating holiday in England with quaint and picturesque riverside pubs and restaurants lining your way as you travel up the royal river of the Thames, one of the most unique rivers in Europe. Beautiful blooms from beer gardens will no doubt tempt you ashore for refreshments.

Scotland

Enjoy the mystery and wilderness of the Scottish highlands from the deck of your self drive boat. Cruising on canals past lush hillsides clad in aromatic heather, the boating region is steeped in antiquity. From Inverness to Fort William, the Caledonian Canal at the heart of the great Glen fault will unveil it’s magic to you as you pass through.