Houseboat Eau Claire 1130 - no licence needed France

Range Essential

1 double bed cabin
1 single bed cabin
1 single and double beds cabin
1 bathroom
1 wc
Length : 11.30m
Width : 3.60m

Kitchen equipment

Fridge 90 L
Freezer
Oven/broiler
Gas cooking plate
Manual coffee maker (coffee pot + filter holder)

Heating/cooling

Heating

Electricity

12v socket (car lighter)

Navigation

Inside steering position

Technique

Diesel engine
Bath ladder

Other

Manual toilets
Blankets/duvets

Audio equipment

CD player/radio

Average :

4/5 (based on 11 opinion)

Score Awarded

Excellent

2

Very Good

8

Medium

1

Mediocre

0

Horrible

0

Claude M.

Region : Mayenne and Anjou - Cruise carried out on May 17, 2019
"auto-translation :''Model obviously old enough but still very functional, which would probably earn with some improvements / renovations''"

Georges I.

Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on May 7, 2018
"auto-translation :''Very nice despite his age''"

Roger et chantal M.

Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on Jun 2, 2017
"auto-translation :''Good for 6 people, but no more''"

Larissa J.

Region : Mayenne and Anjou - Cruise carried out on Apr 14, 2017
"auto-translation :''This is the most typical.''"

Jean gilles S.

Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Oct 3, 2016
"auto-translation :''Perhaps, a little bit run down''"

Gérard L.

Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Aug 26, 2016
"auto-translation :''A bit decrepit''"

Laurence D.

Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Jul 18, 2016
"auto-translation :''Spacious boat for 4''"

Joachim C.

Region : Mayenne and Anjou - Cruise carried out on Jun 20, 2016
"auto-translation :''We would find this kind of boat but more modern . Easy access and life on the same level''"

Marie-chantale M.

Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on May 6, 2016
"auto-translation :"Nice and spacious houseboat""

Bruno L.

Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Aug 21, 2015
"auto-translation :"Very good for four people""

Pierre G.

Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Jun 22, 2015
"auto-translation :"well appointed""

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

+33 (0)2 30 96 08 57

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

Sedan

Stenay

Mouzon

Dun-sur-Meuse

Verdun

Pont à Bar - Verdun - Pont à Bar

214 kms - 38 locks - 36h of navigation

Return cruise

⟶ Highlights of this cruise

Sedan

Stenay

Mouzon

Dun-sur-Meuse

Verdun

View the details of this cruise

Charleville-Mézières

Bogny-sur-Meuse

Monthermé

Laifour

the tunnel of Revin

Fumay

Givet

the tunnel of Ham-sur-Meuse

Pont à Bar - Givet - Pont à Bar

184 kms - 34 locks - 31h of navigation

Return cruise

⟶ Highlights of this cruise

Charleville-Mézières

Bogny-sur-Meuse

Monthermé

Laifour

the tunnel of Revin

Fumay

Givet

the tunnel of Ham-sur-Meuse

View the details of this cruise

the dam needle of the Aisne

Asfeld

Pont à Bar - Berry au Bac - Pont à Bar

204 kms - 80 locks - 43h of navigation

Return cruise

⟶ Highlights of this cruise

the dam needle of the Aisne

Asfeld

View the details of this cruise

214 Km - 38 Locks - 36 h of navigation - 7 Nights (1 week)

From Pont à Bar to Sedan, 11 km, 2 Lock(s), 1.9 h of navigation

Stopover : Pont à Bar > Sedan

Sedan

Sedan has one of the most beautiful fortified castles in France. Built on a rocky spur in 1424, the fortified castle is a page in the book of French History which cannot be overlooked.

From Sedan to Stenay, 42 km, 6 Lock(s), 6.8 h of navigation

Stopover : Sedan > Mouzon > Pouilly sur Meuse > Stenay

Sedan

Sedan has one of the most beautiful fortified castles in France. Built on a rocky spur in 1424, the fortified castle is a page in the book of French History which cannot be overlooked.

Stenay

This town was the headquarters of the Germans during the Battle of Verdun in the First World War. Fortified since 1610, it was here that Champagne biscuits were invented. Don’t miss the very pretty windmill on the Meuse river.

Mouzon

All that remains of the fortifications is the Burgundian gate. This town, which for a long time was situated on the border of the Kingdom of France, has changed nationality a number of times.

From Stenay to Consenvoye, 30 km, 6 Lock(s), 5.2 h of navigation

Stopover : Stenay > Dun sur Meuse > Consenvoye

Dun-sur-Meuse

This very inviting little village in the foothills of the Ardennes allows you to discover a charming church from your barge.

Stenay

This town was the headquarters of the Germans during the Battle of Verdun in the First World War. Fortified since 1610, it was here that Champagne biscuits were invented. Don’t miss the very pretty windmill on the Meuse river.

From Consenvoye to Verdun, 24 km, 5 Lock(s), 4.2 h of navigation

Stopover : Consenvoye > Verdun

Verdun

This city known for the greatest battle of World War Lots has remarkable buildings, such as the Episcopal Palace, the Cathedral or the Citadel.

From Verdun to Dun sur Meuse, 41 km, 8 Lock(s), 7.1 h of navigation

Stopover : Verdun > Consenvoye > Dun sur Meuse

Verdun

This city known for the greatest battle of World War Lots has remarkable buildings, such as the Episcopal Palace, the Cathedral or the Citadel.

Dun-sur-Meuse

This very inviting little village in the foothills of the Ardennes allows you to discover a charming church from your barge.

From Dun sur Meuse to Mouzon, 39 km, 7 Lock(s), 6.6 h of navigation

Stopover : Dun sur Meuse > Stenay > Pouilly sur Meuse > Mouzon

Dun-sur-Meuse

This very inviting little village in the foothills of the Ardennes allows you to discover a charming church from your barge.

Stenay

This town was the headquarters of the Germans during the Battle of Verdun in the First World War. Fortified since 1610, it was here that Champagne biscuits were invented. Don’t miss the very pretty windmill on the Meuse river.

Mouzon

All that remains of the fortifications is the Burgundian gate. This town, which for a long time was situated on the border of the Kingdom of France, has changed nationality a number of times.

From Mouzon to Pont à Bar, 27 km, 4 Lock(s), 4.4 h of navigation

Stopover : Mouzon > Sedan > Pont à Bar

Sedan

Sedan has one of the most beautiful fortified castles in France. Built on a rocky spur in 1424, the fortified castle is a page in the book of French History which cannot be overlooked.

Mouzon

All that remains of the fortifications is the Burgundian gate. This town, which for a long time was situated on the border of the Kingdom of France, has changed nationality a number of times.

184 Km - 34 Locks - 31 h of navigation - 7 Nights (1 week)

From Pont à Bar to Charleville-Mézières, 16 km, 3 Lock(s), 2.7 h of navigation

Stopover : Pont à Bar > Charleville-Mézières

Charleville-Mézières

This town - with its significant medieval past, including the Battle fo Chevalier Bayard, not to mention its royal connection with the marriage of Charles IX - is home to many remnants of those times: Place Ducal, the Church of Notr-eDame-d'Espérance, as well as numerous fortified towers.

From Charleville-Mézières to Revin, 40 km, 7 Lock(s), 6.7 h of navigation

Stopover : Charleville-Mézières > Bogny sur Meuse > Monthermé > Revin

Bogny-sur-Meuse

The most well-known landmark in this old hotspot of the metalworking industry is the site of the 4 Aymon sons. This 12th century legend was immortalized in sculpture by Albert Poncin in 1950.

Monthermé

At this location the Meuse river meanders between the foothills of the Vosges Mountains. This allows for some spectular viewpoints, such as the Roche de Sept Heurs and the Longue Roche, as well as the Roche aux Corpias.

Laifour

In this little village situated between Monthermé and Givet springs a "bloody" spring. In fact, the red water coming from this spring is due to its course across ferruginous rocks. This spring has given rise to many legends.

the tunnel of Revin

Not so long at only 224m, it was built at the end of the 19th century. It was strengthened in 2012 following a rock slide.

From Revin to Givet, 36 km, 7 Lock(s), 6.2 h of navigation

Stopover : Revin > Fumay > Givet

Fumay

In this old slate mine, the tourist office suggests routes allowing you to discover the remnants of this activity.

Givet

This town, located on the border with Belgium, is very lively in summer: the military music festival, festival on the quays, the catering professions and arts and crafts, as well as the onion market. The citadel of Charlemont, at the entrance to the town, was built by Charles Quint in the 16the century, then strengthened a little later by Vauban. Part of this impressive citadel is open to the public.

the tunnel of Revin

Not so long at only 224m, it was built at the end of the 19th century. It was strengthened in 2012 following a rock slide.

the tunnel of Ham-sur-Meuse

This 564m long tunnel was dug out in 1880. It allows a several kilometer long loop of the Meuse river to be circumvented.

From Givet to Fumay, 26 km, 5 Lock(s), 4.5 h of navigation

Stopover : Givet > Fumay

Givet

This town, located on the border with Belgium, is very lively in summer: the military music festival, festival on the quays, the catering professions and arts and crafts, as well as the onion market. The citadel of Charlemont, at the entrance to the town, was built by Charles Quint in the 16the century, then strengthened a little later by Vauban. Part of this impressive citadel is open to the public.

the tunnel of Ham-sur-Meuse

This 564m long tunnel was dug out in 1880. It allows a several kilometer long loop of the Meuse river to be circumvented.

From Fumay to Monthermé, 29 km, 6 Lock(s), 5.1 h of navigation

Stopover : Fumay > Revin > Monthermé

Monthermé

At this location the Meuse river meanders between the foothills of the Vosges Mountains. This allows for some spectular viewpoints, such as the Roche de Sept Heurs and the Longue Roche, as well as the Roche aux Corpias.

Laifour

In this little village situated between Monthermé and Givet springs a "bloody" spring. In fact, the red water coming from this spring is due to its course across ferruginous rocks. This spring has given rise to many legends.

Fumay

In this old slate mine, the tourist office suggests routes allowing you to discover the remnants of this activity.

the tunnel of Revin

Not so long at only 224m, it was built at the end of the 19th century. It was strengthened in 2012 following a rock slide.

From Monthermé to Pont à Bar, 37 km, 6 Lock(s), 6.1 h of navigation

Stopover : Monthermé > Bogny sur Meuse > Charleville-Mézières > Pont à Bar

Bogny-sur-Meuse

The most well-known landmark in this old hotspot of the metalworking industry is the site of the 4 Aymon sons. This 12th century legend was immortalized in sculpture by Albert Poncin in 1950.

Monthermé

At this location the Meuse river meanders between the foothills of the Vosges Mountains. This allows for some spectular viewpoints, such as the Roche de Sept Heurs and the Longue Roche, as well as the Roche aux Corpias.

Charleville-Mézières

This town - with its significant medieval past, including the Battle fo Chevalier Bayard, not to mention its royal connection with the marriage of Charles IX - is home to many remnants of those times: Place Ducal, the Church of Notr-eDame-d'Espérance, as well as numerous fortified towers.

204 Km - 80 Locks - 43 h of navigation - 7 Nights (1 week)

From Pont à Bar to Malmy, 11 km, 3 Lock(s), 2.1 h of navigation

Stopover : Pont à Bar > Malmy

From Malmy to Attigny, 31 km, 27 Lock(s), 9.5 h of navigation

Stopover : Malmy > Le Chesne > Attigny

the dam needle of the Aisne

One of the oldest and most beautiful needle dams on the Aisne river is found in Rilly, at the intersection of the Canal des Ardennes and the Aisne river. These early 18th century structures allow the flow and height of the canal to be regulated.

From Attigny to Asfeld, 40 km, 8 Lock(s), 6.9 h of navigation

Stopover : Attigny > Rethel > Asfeld

Asfeld

In the center of this village, located between Berry-au-bac and Blanzy, you will find a magnificent 17th century Italian Baroque-style church. It was built by the Dominican monk François Romain, who went on to design the Royal Gate in Paris and the Market Gate in Meaux.

From Asfeld to Asfeld, 40 km, 4 Lock(s), 6.1 h of navigation

Stopover : Asfeld > Berry au Bac > Asfeld

Asfeld

In the center of this village, located between Berry-au-bac and Blanzy, you will find a magnificent 17th century Italian Baroque-style church. It was built by the Dominican monk François Romain, who went on to design the Royal Gate in Paris and the Market Gate in Meaux.

From Asfeld to Attigny, 40 km, 8 Lock(s), 6.9 h of navigation

Stopover : Asfeld > Rethel > Attigny

Asfeld

In the center of this village, located between Berry-au-bac and Blanzy, you will find a magnificent 17th century Italian Baroque-style church. It was built by the Dominican monk François Romain, who went on to design the Royal Gate in Paris and the Market Gate in Meaux.

From Attigny to Le Chesne, 14 km, 24 Lock(s), 6.7 h of navigation

Stopover : Attigny > Le Chesne

the dam needle of the Aisne

One of the oldest and most beautiful needle dams on the Aisne river is found in Rilly, at the intersection of the Canal des Ardennes and the Aisne river. These early 18th century structures allow the flow and height of the canal to be regulated.

From Le Chesne to Pont à Bar, 28 km, 6 Lock(s), 4.9 h of navigation

Stopover : Le Chesne > Malmy > Pont à Bar

Name	Quantity	Price per unit
Deposit Insurance		€140.00
Deposit Insurance		€0.00
Folder fees		€250.00
Folder fees		€50.00
Skipper		€0.00
Supplement		€100.00
Unlimited prepaid fuel		€0.00
Waterways Map		€42.00

Name	Quantity	Price per unit
Special Guide		€0.00
Special Insurance		€0.00

Name	Quantity	Price per unit
Bike		€46.00
Car park		€32.00
Cleaning service		€130.00
Converter 12v/220v		€0.00
Pet		€35.00

Name	Quantity	Price per unit
Child Bike		€49.00
Deposit Insurance		€140.00

Features

Testimonials

Included / Not included in the price

The price of your charter includes

The price of your rental does not include

From Pont à Bar to Sedan, 11 km, 2 Lock(s), 1.9 h of navigation

From Sedan to Stenay, 42 km, 6 Lock(s), 6.8 h of navigation

From Stenay to Consenvoye, 30 km, 6 Lock(s), 5.2 h of navigation

From Consenvoye to Verdun, 24 km, 5 Lock(s), 4.2 h of navigation

From Verdun to Dun sur Meuse, 41 km, 8 Lock(s), 7.1 h of navigation

From Dun sur Meuse to Mouzon, 39 km, 7 Lock(s), 6.6 h of navigation

From Mouzon to Pont à Bar, 27 km, 4 Lock(s), 4.4 h of navigation

From Pont à Bar to Charleville-Mézières, 16 km, 3 Lock(s), 2.7 h of navigation

From Charleville-Mézières to Revin, 40 km, 7 Lock(s), 6.7 h of navigation

From Revin to Givet, 36 km, 7 Lock(s), 6.2 h of navigation

From Givet to Fumay, 26 km, 5 Lock(s), 4.5 h of navigation

From Fumay to Monthermé, 29 km, 6 Lock(s), 5.1 h of navigation

From Monthermé to Pont à Bar, 37 km, 6 Lock(s), 6.1 h of navigation

From Pont à Bar to Malmy, 11 km, 3 Lock(s), 2.1 h of navigation

From Malmy to Attigny, 31 km, 27 Lock(s), 9.5 h of navigation

From Attigny to Asfeld, 40 km, 8 Lock(s), 6.9 h of navigation

From Asfeld to Asfeld, 40 km, 4 Lock(s), 6.1 h of navigation

From Asfeld to Attigny, 40 km, 8 Lock(s), 6.9 h of navigation

From Attigny to Le Chesne, 14 km, 24 Lock(s), 6.7 h of navigation

From Le Chesne to Pont à Bar, 28 km, 6 Lock(s), 4.9 h of navigation

Information on navigation in Ardennes