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Charter Houseboat 2023 Toue cabanée Saumur

Saumur

5.0(1)

Bateau traditionnel de Loire Toue Père et fils (2023)

  • With Skipper
8 people · 2 cabins · 4 berths · 17 m
  • Flexible cancellation

From 
€600 / day

Charter Houseboat bateaux pour la planète STANDARD PMR Castelsarrasin

Castelsarrasin

3.7(1)

solar boat (2023)

  • Skipper optional
12 people · 2 cabins · 6 berths · 14.9 m
  • Fuel included

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€250 / day

Charter Houseboat LOCABOAT Penichette 930 P 935 Saint-Jean-de-Losne

Saint-Jean-de-Losne

4.3(13)

BOAT WITHOUT A PERMIT TO RENT IN BOURGOGNE TYPE PENICHETTE LOCABOAT (1987)

  • Without skipper
5 people · 2 cabins · 5 berths · 9.3 m

From 
€157 / day

Charter Houseboat NaviCanal MonPlaisir Castelnaudary

Castelnaudary

4.2(1)

House boat MONPLAISIR (Chantier NICOLS - RIVIERA 920) (1989)

  • Without skipper
  • Super owner
8 people · 2 cabins · 8 berths · 9.2 m

From 
€232 / day

Charter Houseboat NaviCanal Eridan Castelnaudary

Castelnaudary

4.7(5)

House boat ERIDAN (1995)

  • Without skipper
  • Super owner
6 people · 2 cabins · 6 berths · 10.4 m

From 
€280 / day

Charter Houseboat NaviCanal Virgule Castelnaudary

Castelnaudary

4.6(9)

House boat (Chantier ESQUERRE - MISS 920) (1982)

  • Without skipper
  • Super owner
6 people · 1 cabin · 6 berths · 9.2 m

From 
€148 / day

Charter Houseboat Kormoran 1140 (NID) Niderviller

Niderviller

Houseboat Kormoran 1140 (NID) 62hp (0)

  • Without skipper
8 people · 2 cabins · 8 berths · 11.4 m
Charter Houseboat AMYARD AM 780 Le Temple-sur-Lot

Le Temple-sur-Lot

4.9(5)

Very nice boat on river Lot (2009)

  • Skipper optional
  • Super owner
6 people · 1 cabin · 4 berths · 7.8 m
Charter Houseboat Nicols Sedan 1010 Béziers

Béziers

3.7(8)

Boating holidays without License Canal du Midi (2002)

  • Without skipper
8 people · 3 cabins · 7 berths · 10 m
Charter Houseboat Dutch 1909 Toulouse

Toulouse

Dutch barge 1909 (1909)

  • With Skipper
4 people · 2 cabins · 2 berths · 25 m
  • Fuel included

From 
€343 / day

Charter Houseboat JEANNEAU Eau Claire 1130 Sablé-sur-Sarthe

Sablé-sur-Sarthe

Eau Claire 1130 (1988)

  • Without skipper
  • Super owner
8 people · 2 cabins · 8 berths · 11.3 m
Charter Houseboat Porter & Haylett Salsa A Portiragnes

Portiragnes

Boat hire - Port Cassafieres - Salsa A or B (2005)

  • Without skipper
10 people · 4 cabins · 10 berths · 14.3 m
Charter Houseboat Nicols Octo FLY 12 Grez-Neuville

Grez-Neuville

Octo FLY 12 (2023)

  • Without skipper
10 people · 4 cabins · 12 berths · 15 m

From 
€354 / day

Charter Houseboat Porter & Haylett Elegance Portiragnes

Portiragnes

Boat Hire Port Cassafieres - Elegance (6) (2002)

  • Without skipper
6 people · 3 cabins · 6 berths · 12 m
Charter Houseboat Porter & Haylett Magnifique Portiragnes

Portiragnes

Boat Hire at Castelnaudary - Magnifique (2000)

  • Without skipper
10 people · 4 cabins · 10 berths · 14.5 m
Charter Houseboat Porter & Haylett Magnifique Portiragnes

Portiragnes

Boat Hire - Port Cassafieres - Magnifique (8+2) (2000)

  • Without skipper
10 people · 4 cabins · 10 berths · 14.5 m
Charter Houseboat Porter & Haylett Magnifique Portiragnes

Portiragnes

Boat Hire at Vinkeveen - Magnifique (8+2) (2000)

  • Without skipper
10 people · 4 cabins · 10 berths · 14.5 m
Charter Houseboat Crown cruisers Cirrus A Portiragnes

Portiragnes

4.8(1)

Boat Hire - Port Cassafieres - Cirrus A or B (2+2) (2000)

  • Without skipper
4 people · 1 cabin · 4 berths · 8.8 m
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Destination Reviews

Gemma
Sep 4, 2023
Seemed fine to me. A little difficult to park back in the same spot on return
Ralf
Jun 28, 2022
Good buoy mooring area. However, very close to the strong current in the Golfe du Morbihan, must be considered.
Martin
Jul 26, 2019
A great base but, from the UK, quite difficult to get to by public transport. BA flights to Nantes are evening and the transfer to La Trinite by train and bus takes about three to four hours and can only be done the following day, necessitating a night in a hotel in Nantes on the way there. The return journey is easier and can be completed in half a day.
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Karl
Aug 23, 2018
nice little harbour, no parking problems, restaurants and pubs nearby. very well organized, no troubles to find the booat,

Boats Reviews

Hayley
Sep 30, 2024
We had a great day with Libero, the boat was the perfect size for 9 of us. Definitely the highlight of our weekend
Jillian
Sep 15, 2024
Highly recommend this boat rental to explore the towns from the sea. Great value and loved getting to have our own little boat!
Cody
Sep 9, 2024
Was such an amazing time! Pierre was great leading up to it with questions I had and answered every one of them! The boat was amazing and just as advertised! The crew was amazing as well! Will suggest to all of my friends that will be renting!
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Ryan
Sep 9, 2024
Daniel was an incredible captain and his boat was perfect for our needs. He brought rose and bread and snacks for us. He brought bait for me to fish with, had chairs and utensils ready for us to eat lunch on board. He expertly docked us into the porquerolles harbor to allow us to explore on shore and he was fun and friendly the whole time. Highly recommend a trip with him on his boat and would do it all over again.
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Why rent a barge in France?

With more than 8,500 km of rivers and canals, the French river network is the largest in Europe. Offering a breathtaking diversity of destinations, barge rental in France is an ideal solution for combining accommodation and means of transport. River tourism is booming and meets every need for escape, coordinating navigation, ecotourism, hiking and cycling.

By renting a barge in France, you will (re)discover slow tourism. On board a barge, river navigation is calm. In fact, you will sail at an average speed of 6 km/h and will be able to take the opportunity to fully reconnect with nature and French heritage while discovering locks and villages, each more charming than the last. Whether you decide to sail on the calm waters of the Canal du Midi, the Canal du Rhône, the Canals du Centre, the Canal de Bourgogne or on the Seine, on Click&Boat, there are more than 680 barges waiting for you in France. For a day, a weekend or a week, take advantage of a river cruise to discover gems sometimes located just a few kilometers from home!



How much does it cost to rent a barge in France?

On average, the price of a barge rental in France is around €228 per day for boats that can accommodate 5 people on board.

On Click&Boat, you can rent a barge in France from €103 per day.

These prices vary according to several criteria such as the request for a captain on board or not, the size, the capacity of the boat and the captain. Like any rental, fuel is not included in the price when booking.

Do you need a boat license to rent a barge in France?

No. In France, it is not compulsory to have a boat license to be able to rent a barge. In fact, barges less than 15m long and not exceeding 6hp are boats without a license. Accessible to everyone, you can therefore be the captain of the boat during your river cruise!

Have you never sailed a boat? Don't worry, on the day of your rental, the owner will explain everything you need to know so that you can be independent during your cruise.

Are you not sure whether you want to drive a barge yourself, but would like to opt for river tourism? Opt for barge rental in France with skipper. An experienced captain will accompany you on board and take you through the most picturesque and charming locks in the region.



Where to sail by barge?

France is a real playground for river navigation. Below is a list of our 5 essential destinations for French river tourism:

    the unbeatable Canal du Midi < /li>the works of the Marne-Rhine canal the culture and monuments of the Seine the gastronomy of the canals of the Center and Burgundy the nature of the Rhône canal or the canal from Nantes to Brest

Whether you are in large cities like Paris, Nantes or Toulouse, in smaller ones like Cahors, Cognac or Dole or simply in regions like Brittany or Pays de la Loire, you will find on Click&Boat a barge without a license to navigate along the water!



Which barge to choose?

The barge is a symbol of nautical accessibility. When you rent a houseboat, it is necessary to determine your needs in advance. Do you want to fish, have a large terrace, have a small intimate space for a romantic weekend, do you need wheelchair access or do you want to sail aboard a 100% electric boat?

The capacity of these houseboats available on Click&Boat have a capacity ranging from 2 people to 12 people on board, so choose your boat carefully and weigh anchor for an unforgettable river vacation!



What other types of boats are available on Click&Boat?

On Click&Boat, more than 8,000 private and professional boats are available in France, with or without a skipper. So discover the different options available to you and browse!

    Motor boat rental in France Sailboat rental Catamaran rental Yacht rental

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Frequently Asked Questions about France

How much does it cost to rent a houseboat for the day in France?

In France, the average cost of renting a houseboat is €229 per day. The cost of renting the houseboat varies depending on the season, the year the boat was manufactured, and the boat equipment. The rental costs of a houseboat range from €120 and €564 per day.

When renting a houseboat in France, what is included in the cost?

The price of a houseboat rental in France typically includes Oven/stove, Refrigerator, Bow thruster etc.

What is the average length of time to rent a houseboat in France?

Typically, a houseboat is rented for 5 days in France, although rental duration varies considerably.

What is the typical length of a houseboat in France?

The typical length of a houseboat in France is 12 meters.

Can you rent a houseboat in France without a boat license?

For houseboats you usually do not need a license. At the beginning of the rental you can complete a charter license, which consists of a short briefing and allows you to steer the houseboat yourself for the duration of the rental. In France there are 533 houseboats that you can rent without a license.

Good to know

Number of houseboats:1280 houseboats available
Maximum capacity:100 people
Average price:€229 per day
Minimum price:€120 per day
Maximum price:€564 per day
Manufacturers:Linssen, Nautilus, and more

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