Canal boating in France
A cruise on the inland waterways : an exceptional adventure
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A fluvial tour, an opportunity to
explore life in a different manner.
To discover France and its treasures, to
admire forgotten landscapes like the
patrimonial heritage spreading all
along the waterway. Due to
France's hospitality it is also a
succession of privileged moments
which make your tour a unique
experience: passing a lock, sympathizing
with your neighbors, having a very
close contact with nature, tasting
the gastronomic dishes and
regional products.
Small family business between Loire and Seine
located in Briare in the heart of France
within the borders of Berry and Burgundy
between the Loire and the Seine.
It is our vocation to let you discover our region
of which we are so proud !
New: through our partnership with 'Nautic', we are offering you boats for hire in other French regions: Midi, Camargue, Aquitaine, Lot, Charente, Franche-Comté and Alsace. Please contact us for more information.
Charmes Nautiques is run by caring, competent people
who love their canals and their
region. People who can guide you
in choosing your boat or your
itinerary, who will help you feel at
ease with the embarking and who will show you the
tricks of the trade, give
addresses or advise which will make
your holiday a success and an
imperishable souvenir.
New: Wanday boat hire
Enjoy
cruising around our website !
Alain Charmetant
and his team

