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MAGNIFIQUE
MAGNIFIQUE

4 cabins, ideal for 4 couples

MAGNIFIQUE
MAGNIFIQUE

Bow thruster for easy manoeuvring

MAGNIFIQUE
MAGNIFIQUE

Double steering positions, terrace with table and chairs

Magnifique

No licence, no experience
Range Comfort
plan Magnifique Update 2025
Bow Thruster
Rear Deck, Esay for Bikes
Outside Steering Position
galerie magnifique 4
galerie magnifique 5
galerie magnifique 6
Magnifique-salon
Magnifique cuisine four comptoir
Magnifique cuisine zoom
Magnifique escalier
Magnifique-cuisine avec 2 frigos et micro-ondes
Magnifique - Bathroom
Magnifique cabine lit double
Magnifique cabine lit double ou lit simple
Magnifique cabines avec 2 lits simples
8
Air cooler
Two steering positions
Bow thruster
220 V converter
Microwave
220V socket
Electric toilets

Comfort level :

10 people maximum

Boat deposit : €3,270

Hourly fuel rate : €18.93/h of navigation (to be paid on return of your rental, unless you take a Pack including unlimited fuel)

Bed linen (sheets and pillowcases) as well as towels and tea towels are included.
Important: For all boats, a minimum of 2 adults on board is required.

  • 2 double bed cabins
  • 2 single/double beds cabins
  • 3 bathrooms
  • 3 wc
  • Length : 14.50m
  • Width : 4.10m
Kitchen equipment
  • Fridge 2x 120L
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven/broiler
  • Gas cooking plate
  • Piston/bodum coffee maker
  • Tee towels
Electricity
  • 12v socket (car lighter)
  • Converter 220 V (300 W Maxi)
  • 220V outlet if plugged in at the dock
Heating/cooling
  • Heating
  • Ventilators
  • Air freshener
Other
  • Electric toilets
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Bed linen (sheets, pillowcases,...)
  • Bathroom linen
  • Blankets/duvets
Technique
  • Diesel engine
  • Bath ladder
Outside
  • Outdoor dining terrace
  • Sun umbrella
Navigation
  • Inside steering position
  • Outside steering position
  • Bow thruster
Audio equipment
  • CD player/radio
  • MP3/USB

Average : 4.6 étoiles 4.6/5 (based on 36 opinion)

Score Awarded

 
5
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on Oct 20, 2025
"Spacious and clean. Too bad the steering was outdoors, because it was raining heavily."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Oct 20, 2025
"Beautiful, just like its name suggests."
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Sep 24, 2025
"It’s cramped, but that’s normal on a boat."
 
5
Region : Franche-Comté - Cruise carried out on Aug 29, 2025
"Very pleasant boat with enough toilets."
 
4
Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on Aug 20, 2025
"Very good, but not for 10 people."
 
4
Region : The Thames - London - Cruise carried out on Jul 21, 2025
"Le bateau était super, même s’il était un peu ancien."
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jun 21, 2025
"The boat had everything we needed."
 
5
Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on Jun 6, 2025
"Très propre."
 
5
Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on Jun 6, 2025
"Very clean."
 
5
Region : Alsace - Cruise carried out on May 28, 2025
"Great."
 
4
Region : Belgian canals - Brugge - Cruise carried out on May 29, 2025
"A little dated."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on May 12, 2025
"Bow and stern thrusters. Great!"
 
4
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on May 1, 2025
"The boat is getting old."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Apr 20, 2025
"Good condition."
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Apr 7, 2025
"Perfect."
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Oct 28, 2024
"Veru good."
 
5
Region : Alsace - Cruise carried out on Oct 9, 2024
"Great boat for beginners."
 
5
Region : Aquitaine - Cruise carried out on Aug 14, 2024
""Magnificent""
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on May 18, 2024
"We thought it was a great size for 5 people as there was plenty of room and the facilities were good."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on May 17, 2024
"Very functional."
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Apr 13, 2024
"Clean, functional and in very good condition."
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Apr 13, 2024
"Very pleasant to steer."
 
4
Region : Amsterdam-Dutch Canals - Cruise carried out on Aug 19, 2023
"Well-suited for 8 people."
 
4
Region : Franche-Comté - Cruise carried out on Jul 12, 2023
"Very good, very spacious boat."
 
5
Region : Franche-Comté - Cruise carried out on May 26, 2023
"Very large, very comfortable. Just needs a sun awning outside."
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on May 26, 2023
"Beautiful boat."
 
4
Region : Alsace - Cruise carried out on May 26, 2023
"Well-equipped boat for 6 people."
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Apr 15, 2023
"Functional boat in good condition."
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Sep 22, 2021
"'''The Magnifique is well named''"
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Sep 18, 2020
"auto-translation :''Good for 6 people''"
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Sep 12, 2020
"auto-translation :''Very correct''"
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Sep 2, 2020
"auto-translation :''Well-appointed, spacious for 4 adults and 3 children < 15 years old''"
 
3
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Aug 30, 2019
"auto-translation :''Well designed but a bit dated''"
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Aug 6, 2018
"auto-translation :''The boat was well equipped and big enough for 8 people, in pretty good shape for a 2002 ship''"
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Aug 17, 2018
"auto-translation :''Comfortable and easy for 6 people''"
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on May 7, 2018
"auto-translation :''Nice and comfortable but rather narrow bunks. (difficult comparison because 1st experience ...)''"

Only the departure and arrival bases need to be confirmed at the time of booking. You don't have to choose a precise route now.
During your cruise, you can follow one of our suggested itineraries or create your own.

Joigny
Villeneuve-sur-Yonne

Migennes - Villeneuve-sur-Yonne - Migennes

58 km - 12 locks - 10 h of navigation

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Saint-Florentin

Migennes - St Florentin - Migennes

34 km - 12 locks - 7 h of navigation

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Auxerre

Migennes - Auxerre - Migennes

44 km - 18 locks - 9 h of navigation

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Migennes - Villeneuve-sur-Yonne - Migennes

58 Km - 12 Locks - 10 h of navigation - 3 Nights

From Migennes to Joigny, 10 km, 2 Lock(s), 1.7 h of navigation

Stopover : Migennes > Joigny

Joigny

In this small town are a number of reminders of the past, such as the Churches of St André and St Jean, as well as Gondi Castle. With its narrow lanes lined with half-timbered houses, Joigny belongs to the network of the "Most beautiful detours in France".

From Joigny to Villeneuve/Yonne, 19 km, 4 Lock(s), 3.3 h of navigation

Stopover : Joigny > Villeneuve/Yonne

Joigny

In this small town are a number of reminders of the past, such as the Churches of St André and St Jean, as well as Gondi Castle. With its narrow lanes lined with half-timbered houses, Joigny belongs to the network of the "Most beautiful detours in France".

Villeneuve-sur-Yonne

In this relatively new town, founded in 1163 for Louis VII, Philippe Auguste had the Château de la Salle built to be used as a royal residence. Of note are the 7 archs of the Saint-Nicolas bridge; one of the oldest in Burgundy.On the outskirts of the town there were once 4 gates, of which 2 are still standing; Joigny and Sens.

From Villeneuve/Yonne to Migennes, 29 km, 6 Lock(s), 5.1 h of navigation

Stopover : Villeneuve/Yonne > Joigny > Migennes

Joigny

In this small town are a number of reminders of the past, such as the Churches of St André and St Jean, as well as Gondi Castle. With its narrow lanes lined with half-timbered houses, Joigny belongs to the network of the "Most beautiful detours in France".

Villeneuve-sur-Yonne

In this relatively new town, founded in 1163 for Louis VII, Philippe Auguste had the Château de la Salle built to be used as a royal residence. Of note are the 7 archs of the Saint-Nicolas bridge; one of the oldest in Burgundy.On the outskirts of the town there were once 4 gates, of which 2 are still standing; Joigny and Sens.

Migennes - St Florentin - Migennes

34 Km - 12 Locks - 7 h of navigation - 3 Nights

From Migennes to Brienon, 8 km, 3 Lock(s), 1.7 h of navigation

Stopover : Migennes > Brienon

From Brienon to Brienon, 18 km, 6 Lock(s), 3.6 h of navigation

Stopover : Brienon > St Florentin > Brienon

Saint-Florentin

Above the 16th century church with its stunning stained-glass windows, the priory terrace offers a most beautiful view out over the valley.

From Brienon to Migennes, 8 km, 3 Lock(s), 1.7 h of navigation

Stopover : Brienon > Migennes

Migennes - Auxerre - Migennes

44 Km - 18 Locks - 9 h of navigation - 3 Nights

From Migennes to Migennes, 0 km, 0 Lock(s), 0 h of navigation

Stopover : Migennes

From Migennes to Auxerre, 22 km, 9 Lock(s), 4.7 h of navigation

Stopover : Migennes > Auxerre

Auxerre

A historical town center, the Cathedral of Saint-Etienne with its magnificent stained-glass windows and the Clock Tower are the main remnants of the past in the town of Auxerre.

From Auxerre to Migennes, 22 km, 9 Lock(s), 4.7 h of navigation

Stopover : Auxerre > Migennes
Cancellation Insurance€126.54
Cancellation due to illness, accident, hospitalisation and many other reasons !
Interruption of cruises due to drought or flooding
All passengers are insured
To find out more, view our insurance documents
The choice is compulsory
My complements
Name Quantity Price per unit
adjustment costs
€50.00
adjustment costs
€250.00
Bike
€24.00
Car park
€24.00
Child bike seat
€10.00
Cleaning service
€205.00
CrisBoat Deposit Insurance
Insure your deposit so that you get your money back if the deposit is retained in the event of damage caused to the boat during the cruise.
See conditions
€0.00
CrisBoat Deposit Insurance
Insure your deposit so that you get your money back if the deposit is retained in the event of damage caused to the boat during the cruise.
See conditions
€123.00
Deck cushions
€0.00
Early check-in
€125.00
Free Cancellation Insurance
€0.00
Lantern
€0.00
Late check-out
€125.00
Pay In Full
€0.00
Plancha/gas BBQ
€22.00
Return transfer by taxi with CrisBoat (6 people max)

Transfert Taxi spécial

 €0.00
Supplement
€100.00
Unlimited prepaid fuel
€270.00
Unlimited prepaid fuel
€0.00
Waterways Map
€42.00
Name Quantity Price per unit
4G Key Wifi 3Go included
€24.00
Child Bike
€15.00
Collision Damage Waiver

The security deposit will be at 405 € instead of 3270 €. The Partial Damage waiver allows you to reduce the amount of the deposit requested the day of departure. It can be subscribed at the time of booking or at the base, the day of departure.
€153.00
Package

This pack includes illimited hourly navigation rate and the Collision Damage Waiver (370€ instead of 2750€).
€355.00
Pack Essentiel
€65.00
Pet
€85.00
Special Guide
€0.00
Special Insurance
€0.00
My options

If you wait until the day of departure to pay for your extras, the rate may be higher and subject to availability..

Name Quantity Price per unit
Pet
€85.00
Name Quantity Price per unit
4G Key Wifi 3Go included
€27.00
Bike
€27.00
Car park
€27.00
Child Bike
€18.00
Plancha/gas BBQ
€26.00

Customer reviews for CrisBoat

    The price of your charter includes

    • The rental of the boat
    • Fittings: equipment necessary for navigation
    • Crockery: in sufficient quantity for the number of passengers on board
    • Bedding*: sheets, blankets or duvets, pillows and pillow cases
    • Boat insurance
    • Navigation instruction and delivery of the yacht's card
    • Breakdown assistance available 7/7 during the base's opening hours
    • The navigation toll
    • A 13 kg gas bottle

    * Beds made up on certain boats in the 5 star range

     

    The price of your rental does not include

    • Cancellation insurance
    • Navigation guide
    • One way supplement
    • Deposit redemption insurance
    • The cleaning package
    • Cleaning kits, kitchen linen, towels**.
    • Deposit of 780 € to 3 250 €, depending on the boat
    • The navigation package. This includes all consumables used during your stay (oil, diesel, gas, etc.). Depending on the category of the boat, the package varies from 7 € to 22 € per hour of navigation.

    ** Included on some boats

The locks are automatic or electric and most are manned by lock keepers, except on the Canal du Nivernais and the Canal du Centre where some are manual. The locks are closed the 1st of May and the 1st of November.

During the season locks are open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and are closed for lunch between 12:00-13:00 (1:00 p.m.).

From June 2025: Navigation is closed at Chagny on the Canal du Centre (between the Saint-Gilles lock and the Crissey lock) due to a leak. Works are required to secure the embankment. Navigation is expected to reopen in March 2026.

From August 18, 2025: navigation will be suspended until further notice on the Canal Latéral à la Loire between km 116 (Aubray Lock 24) and km 182.5 (Maimbray Lock), i.e. between Nevers and Beaulieu (south of Briare), due to insufficient water resources.


On the Canal du Nivernais, there is a ladder of 16 consecutive locks:  l'échelle de Sardy.

1° The boat

Yes, on every boats. There will be an additional charge.

Sheets are provided on all boats. Towels and tea towels are provided on many boats, otherwise it is possible to rent them on site by pre-booking and paying for them on the day of departure.

The dual steering position (inside and outside) with a terrace, the bow thruster (available on boats over 10 m), and the electric toilets (present on almost all boats) are all very useful for a successful cruise.
On some Comfort and Premium boats, you will also find a microwave, a bimini (retractable sun canopy), and an air conditioning/air cooling system, which can also be very pleasant.
On licence-free boats, the air-conditioning system can lower the interior temperature by up to 10 °C below the outside temperature (note: the performance of the air conditioning decreases significantly if the canal or river water temperature is too high, for example during heatwaves).

No. The engine hour meter (same as a car meter, but in operating hour) is read on the day of departure, as well as on the return trip. You will then pay the motor hours used x boat navigation rate (the rate may vary depending on the boat), unless you have opted for a Package including the prepaid naviagtion rate

Yes, on all boats. However, bring a rather long extension cord, because most of the time the plug will be located on the boat's inner dashboard (on the fleet Vision, Royal Mystique, Estivale Octo Fly and Horizon, there is a 220 V socket in each cabin) and if necessary plan to rent a 12v->220 v converter, if the boat is not equipped. Teh boat battery capacity may be limited, try as much as possible to moor on a dock equipped with power terminal.

No, Wi-Fi is not available on board the boats. However, a 4G key is available as an option if required.

No, household products are not provided. Please bring them with you and use eco-friendly, bleach-free products.

2° The Cruise

It should be noted that all regions are accessible to novices, except the Lot, which requires some navigation skills. The choice is made according to your desires and the region you want to discover. 

 

Once you have chosen the region, you must choose between a round trip cruise (return to the starting point) or a one-way trip (you drop the boat off at another base). It should be noted that a one-way ticket is only possible for cruises of at least one week and involves costs: one-way supplement (between €100 and €200) + if necessary, transfer of the vehicle (between €100 and €300). About 

90% of the rentals are made on a round-trip cruise.

3° Navigation

 It depends on the waterways. Generally speaking, on canals, there is no problem to moor in the middle of nature, however on most rivers, this is either impossible or inadvisable.

Yes, without any problem. In 2023, 63% of our customers rented a licence free boat for the first time.

 Depending on the number of boats, it takes between 20 min and 30 min (excluding waiting time in July/August on the Canal du Midi).

No. However, it is strongly recommended for children who do not know how to swim or for parents' first experience of navigation.

 Between 6 km/h and 10 km/h, depending on the current and wind.

You can navigate from sunrise to sunset. However, when there are lock keepers (which is the case on most waterways), you will be limited to the working hours of the lock keepers, which vary throughout the season.

  • Low season: from 9am to 12pm and from 2pm to 6pm (depending on the region)
  • High season: from 8:30 to 12:30 and from 13:30 to 19:00 (depending on the region)

You can order the waterways guide when booking your cruise. In this guide you will find all the information you need to prepare your cruise (locks, shops,...). If you do not have that guide, the base will lend you one on the day of departure.

Depending on the number of locks and the season, you will navigate on average of 5 to 7 hours per day, i.e. between 25km and 40km per day.

On the day of departure, the appointment is set at 4pm. You can arrive a little earlier, around 3pm, if the boat is ready and the staff is available, you can leave a little earlier. Between your arrival and departure, it takes about 2 hours (administrative formalities, introduction to navigation and loading of the boat).

Drop off is at 9am on the last day (except on certain bases, where the weekend return is made on Sunday evening instead of Monday morning). If you wish to free the boat earlier (for example on Sunday evening instead of Monday morning), you must inform the base on the day of departure.

4° Supplement

You can take out cancellation insurance, which covers the booking and all passengers. The conditions are available on this link. 

 

You can also buy back the deposit. Depending on the boat, it is a partial redemption or the guarantee insurance (cruise insurance plus).

There is no diesel station on the banks of rivers and canals. You will therefore not be able to refuel the boat. You generally have an autonomy of 2 weeks. 

 

On the day of departure, you leave with a full tank and the base reads the hour meter on the boat's engine. On return, the base reads the counter again and you set the number of hours of navigation x the boat's navigation package. 

Follow this link to get the cancellation insurance conditions.

This depends on the region and the place of navigation. Generally speaking, in France, only river-sea ports (Camargue in particular) charge a fee, as well as certain marinas offering all services (showers, electricity, water). In Scotland, Italy and Canada, you will be asked to pay a flat fee to cover these costs when you book.

Yes, you can either hire bikes from the base or take your own. Don't forget the anti-theft devices and helmets for children under 12.

Only the fuel costs (navigation package) and the mooring costs (certain regions only) are compulsory. The other supplements are only non-compulsory options (bicycles, gas barbecue, cleaning package, deposit repurchase, etc.).


On the day of departure, the base will ask you to pay a non-cash deposit by cheque (only possible in France), by credit card (in this case, remember to raise your credit card limit) or in cash. This deposit will be returned to you on your return, if no damage is found.

You can park your car in the street near the base (free of charge in most cases) or if the base has a private car park (which is the case at most bases). In this case, you will be charged between €40 and €55 per week, depending on the base.

5° Activities

Yes, but you will need to get a fishing card, in a specialized store or via this link. 

In most cases, it is either not recommended or prohibited to swim in the canals. The most suitable regions for swimming are Camargue, Le Lot , the Mayenne, the Petite Saône and the Charente.

In Camargue, you will navigate very close to the Mediterranean and you can go swimming directly in the sea in many places.

6° The crew

Yes, without any problem. On the day of departure, the base will provide life jackets adapted for the youngest.

It is strongly recommended that younger children are systematically equipped with them when they are outside. We also advise you to opt for boats with a footboard terrace at the back of the boat, such as the fleet Estivale, Sedan, Elegance and Horizon.

It is necessary to have at least 2 adults on board.

7° The booking

To confirm your booking, you must pay 50% of the rental price, the balance will be requested 6 weeks before departure. You will automatically receive a reminder email with payment terms and conditions.

Yes, you can choose to pay either by credit card or by bank transfer. 

Yes, you can find out about all our gift cards by following this link: https://www.capcadeau.com/cris-boat.

Overview of your cruise

Migennes Friday Aug 21, 2026 at 3pm
Migennes Monday Aug 24, 2026 at 9am
Rental price :
€2,509.00
Discounted price :
€2,109.00
By booking now, you save €400.00
Cancellation insurance :
€0.00
Total supplements :
€0.00
Total to be paid :
€2,109.00

From €211 / person

Deposit to be paid on booking :
€1,054.50
Total extras to be paid on the day of departure :
€0.00
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