TARPON 37

3 cabins, 2 bathrooms

TARPON 37

Pleasant outdoor area

TARPON 37

Tarpon 37 on the Lot river

TARPON 37

Bright living room

TARPON 37

Terrace with table and chairs

1° THE BOAT

Tarpon 37

No licence, no experience

Range Standard

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Canal Boat Tarpon 37 - Outside Steering Position

Tarpon 37 - Portside Rear Cabin with a Double Bed

Tarpon 37 - Lounge convertible in Double Bed

Tarpon 37 - Front Cabin with a Double bed

Tarpon 37 - Bathroom with Electric Toilet

Tarpon 37 - Starboard Rear Cabin with 2 Bunk Beds

4 3

Comfort level :

9 people maximum

Boat deposit : €2,100

Hourly fuel rate : €14.10/h of navigation (to be paid on return of your rental, unless you take a Pack including unlimited fuel)

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

1 double bed cabin
1 bunk beds cabin
1 single and double beds cabin
2 bathrooms
2 wc
Length : 10.95m
Width : 3.90m

Navigation

Inside steering position
Outside steering position
Bow thruster

Heating/cooling

Heating

Electricity

12v socket (car lighter)
220V outlet if plugged in at the dock

Other

Electric toilets
Bed linen (sheets, pillowcases,...)
Blankets/duvets

Technique

Diesel engine
Bath ladder

Outside

Outdoor dining terrace
Bimini/Sunshade

Kitchen equipment

Fridge 160 L
Freezer
Oven/broiler
Gas cooking plate
Manual coffee maker (coffee pot + filter holder)
Extractor hood

Audio equipment

CD player/radio
MP3/USB

Average :

4.1/5 (based on 35 opinion)

Score Awarded

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Very Good

Medium

Mediocre

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Pierre C.

Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Apr 18, 2025
"A bit old."

Didier S.

Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Apr 12, 2025
"A bit old but easy to maneuver."

Werner R.

Region : Alsace - Cruise carried out on Apr 4, 2025
"That's what we wanted."

Laurence L.

Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Nov 1, 2024
"Quite easy to steer."

Gerard P.

Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on Aug 24, 2024
"Very pleasant."

Martine B.

Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on Jul 8, 2024
"Well laid out."

Christine U.

Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Aug 19, 2023
"Good."

Séverine F.

Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Aug 14, 2023
"Exactly as described."

Ghislaine D.

Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Sep 1, 2022
"Great"

Jacques T.

Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Aug 1, 2022
"The Tarpon 37 was well suited to our needs."

Suzanne G.

Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Sep 2, 2021
"Good layout for 4 adults, well equipped and comfortable."

Charles B.

Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Aug 7, 2021
"auto-translation :''A bit old-fashioned''"

Sven H.

Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Aug 29, 2020
"auto-translation :''This is our first rental without any technical problems, perfect''"

Anthony D.

Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Aug 20, 2019
"auto-translation :''Aging boat''"

Philippe F.

Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jul 7, 2018
"Comfortable"

Pierre L.

Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Jun 18, 2018
"auto-translation :''Very comfortable''"

Philippe G.

Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Jun 2, 2018
"auto-translation :''Aging, some leaks but general condition correct''"

Claude G.

Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on May 11, 2018
"auto-translation :''Boat of good quality, good benefits''"

Patrice G.

Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Sep 16, 2017
"auto-translation :''Boat spacious but outdated''"

Robert F.

Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Sep 11, 2017
"auto-translation :''Interior clean, nice. Hull of the boat very damaged.''"

Patrick V.

Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on Aug 12, 2017
"auto-translation :''Very well organized in the layout of the spaces''"

Vanessa A.

Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on Jul 29, 2017
"auto-translation :''3rd rental of a Tarpon 37N and nothing to say very functional''"

Marco D.

Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jul 22, 2017
"auto-translation :''Comfortable and functional, especially due to an occupancy of 4 for a boat planned for more.''"

Serge K.

Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on Jul 15, 2017
"auto-translation :''Comfortable, sufficiently motorized, bright''"

Joel D.

Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on May 25, 2017
"auto-translation :''Comfortable boat''"

Yves R.

Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Oct 22, 2016
"Top"

Sauveur de la manche F.

Region : Franche-Comté - Cruise carried out on Aug 6, 2016
"auto-translation :''Very comfortable boat for 7 people''"

Patrick F.

Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on Jul 9, 2016
"auto-translation :''Very nice boat''"

Richard F.

Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on Jul 16, 2016
"auto-translation :''Very well equiped''"

Didier L.

Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jul 25, 2015
"auto-translation :"Well, but aging boat""

Vanessa L.

Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Aug 1, 2015
"auto-translation :"Well equipped""

Francis G.

Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on May 2, 2015
"auto-translation :"Practical and functional""

Rosy J.

Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jul 18, 2015
"auto-translation :"Many altitude.""

Jean françois R.

Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Apr 18, 2015
"auto-translation :"Boat old enough""

Vincent A.

Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on Jun 27, 2015
"auto-translation :"Okay, this is what we were looking for""

2° POSSIBLE CRUISES

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.

Châtillon-en-Bazois

Decize

Cercy-la-Tour

Nevers

Chatillon en Bazois - Nevers - Chatillon en Bazois

166 km - 46 locks - 31 h of navigation

Return cruise

⟶ Highlights of this cruise

Châtillon-en-Bazois

Decize

Cercy-la-Tour

Nevers

View the details of this cruise

Châtillon-en-Bazois

Corbigny

the Locks scale of Sardy

the tunnels of the Collancelle

Chatillon en Bazois - Tannay - Chatillon en Bazois

92 km - 100 locks - 32 h of navigation

Return cruise

⟶ Highlights of this cruise

Châtillon-en-Bazois

Corbigny

the Locks scale of Sardy

the tunnels of the Collancelle

View the details of this cruise

170 Km - 46 Locks - 32 h of navigation - 7 Nights (1 week)

From Châtillon en Bazois to Châtillon en Bazois, 0 km, 0 Lock(s), 0 h of navigation

Stopover : Châtillon en Bazois

Châtillon-en-Bazois

One visit not to be missed is to the castle of Châtillon-en-Bazois, built on a limestone spur in the 10th century.

From Châtillon en Bazois to Panneçot, 22 km, 9 Lock(s), 4.7 h of navigation

Stopover : Châtillon en Bazois > Panneçot

Châtillon-en-Bazois

One visit not to be missed is to the castle of Châtillon-en-Bazois, built on a limestone spur in the 10th century.

From Panneçot to Decize, 29 km, 10 Lock(s), 5.9 h of navigation

Stopover : Panneçot > Cercy la Tour > Decize

Decize

Situated at the confluence of the Loire, the Canal du Nivernais and the Canal Latéral à la Loire, this town resembles an island. The Church of Saint-Aré - with its Merovingian crypt - and the clock tower, are the most striking landmarks in Decize.

Cercy-la-Tour

This village takes its name from the Tower of the old feudal castle, of which only ruins now remain. The village is pleasant, especially when strolling the small lanes leading to a terrace which overlooks the whole valley.

From Decize to Nevers, 32 km, 4 Lock(s), 5.1 h of navigation

Stopover : Decize > Fleury sur Loire > Nevers

Nevers

Considered to be one of the first castle in the Loire, Château Ducal towers over the Loire valley. The Cathedral of Saint-Cyr is also worth the detour.

From Nevers to Decize, 36 km, 4 Lock(s), 5.6 h of navigation

Stopover : Nevers > Plagny > Nevers > Fleury sur Loire > Decize

Nevers

Considered to be one of the first castle in the Loire, Château Ducal towers over the Loire valley. The Cathedral of Saint-Cyr is also worth the detour.

From Decize to Panneçot, 29 km, 10 Lock(s), 5.9 h of navigation

Stopover : Decize > Cercy la Tour > Panneçot

Decize

Cercy-la-Tour

From Panneçot to Châtillon en Bazois, 22 km, 9 Lock(s), 4.7 h of navigation

Stopover : Panneçot > Châtillon en Bazois

Châtillon-en-Bazois

One visit not to be missed is to the castle of Châtillon-en-Bazois, built on a limestone spur in the 10th century.

92 Km - 100 Locks - 32 h of navigation - 7 Nights (1 week)

From Châtillon en Bazois to Châtillon en Bazois, 0 km, 0 Lock(s), 0 h of navigation

Stopover : Châtillon en Bazois

Châtillon-en-Bazois

One visit not to be missed is to the castle of Châtillon-en-Bazois, built on a limestone spur in the 10th century.

From Châtillon en Bazois to Baye, 15 km, 14 Lock(s), 4.8 h of navigation

Stopover : Châtillon en Bazois > Baye

Châtillon-en-Bazois

One visit not to be missed is to the castle of Châtillon-en-Bazois, built on a limestone spur in the 10th century.

From Baye to Corbigny, 15 km, 26 Lock(s), 7.2 h of navigation

Stopover : Baye > Corbigny

Corbigny

This old fortified medieval town is home to a former aldeman hotel, an old salt storehouse and the Abbaye Saint-Léonard.

the Locks scale of Sardy

With its 16 locks, this ladder is one of the biggest in France. In order to make the passage more pleasant, craftspeople have set up in the lock keepers' houses (painters, potters,..)

the tunnels of the Collancelle

In this section of the Canal du Nivernais there are 3 tunnels, all less than 2km in length.

From Corbigny to Tannay, 16 km, 10 Lock(s), 4.1 h of navigation

Stopover : Corbigny > Tannay

Corbigny

This old fortified medieval town is home to a former aldeman hotel, an old salt storehouse and the Abbaye Saint-Léonard.

From Tannay to Corbigny, 16 km, 10 Lock(s), 4.1 h of navigation

Stopover : Tannay > Corbigny

Corbigny

This old fortified medieval town is home to a former aldeman hotel, an old salt storehouse and the Abbaye Saint-Léonard.

From Corbigny to Baye, 15 km, 26 Lock(s), 7.2 h of navigation

Stopover : Corbigny > Baye

Corbigny

This old fortified medieval town is home to a former aldeman hotel, an old salt storehouse and the Abbaye Saint-Léonard.

the Locks scale of Sardy

With its 16 locks, this ladder is one of the biggest in France. In order to make the passage more pleasant, craftspeople have set up in the lock keepers' houses (painters, potters,..)

the tunnels of the Collancelle

In this section of the Canal du Nivernais there are 3 tunnels, all less than 2km in length.

From Baye to Châtillon en Bazois, 15 km, 14 Lock(s), 4.8 h of navigation

Stopover : Baye > Châtillon en Bazois

Châtillon-en-Bazois

One visit not to be missed is to the castle of Châtillon-en-Bazois, built on a limestone spur in the 10th century.

3° EXTRAS

Cancellation Insurance€111.84

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

I take out cancellation insurance

I do not take out cancellation insurance

The choice is compulsory

My complements

Name	Quantity	Price per unit
adjustment costs		€50.00
adjustment costs		€250.00
Bike		€49.00
Child bike seat		€10.00
Converter 12v/220v		€10.00
Deposit Insurance CrisBoat 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
Deposit Insurance CrisBoat 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		€154.00
Free Cancellation Insurance		€0.00
Pay In Full		€0.00
Plancha/gasBBQ		€30.00
Return by taxi (5-6 people) Transfert Taxi spécial		€0.00
Skipper		€0.00
Supplement		€100.00
Unlimited prepaid fuel		€0.00
Waterways Map		€42.00

Name	Quantity	Price per unit
Child Bike		€49.00
Liberty Pack This package includes unlimited fuel, the rental of 1 bike, the final cleaning of the boat (inside and outside), and the Deposit Insurance. We recommend booking this package if you plan to cruise more than 5 hours per day.		€787.00
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
Cleaning service		€155.00
Pet		€80.00

Name	Quantity	Price per unit
Baby Set		€0.00
Bike		€56.00
Child Bike		€49.00
Cleaning Set		€12.00
Converter 12v/220v		€12.00
Deposit Insurance CrisBoat 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		€154.00
Fishing rod		€8.00
Plancha/gasBBQ		€35.00
Tea towel set		€2.00
Towel set		€12.00

4° Frequently Asked Questions

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, the 14th of July and the 1rst 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.).

The Roanne to Digoin canal is closed from mid-April to the end of June 2025 due to a leak on the canal.

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

1° The boat

Can I take my pet with me?

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

Are sheets and towels provided ?

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.

What are the most useful equipment ?

The double steering position (inside and outside) with terrace, bow thruster (for boats over 10 m) and electric toilets (avaulable on almost all boats) are very useful for a successful cruise.

On some of the Comfort and Premium boats you will also have a microwave, a sun awning (bimini) and an air conditioning/cooling system which can also be very pleasant.

Do we have to fill up with fuel during the cruise?

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

Can we use a respirator on the boat?

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.

Is Wi-Fi available on board the boats?

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

Are household products available on board the boats?

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

2° The Cruise

How to choose your 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

Can we moor in the middle of nature?

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.

Can you rent a boat with no licence and without any experience?

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

How long does it take to pass through a lock?

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).

Is wearing a lifejacket compulsory?

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

How fast does a licence free boat go?

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

What are the navigation times ?

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)

How to get a waterways guide to prepare your cruise ?

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.

How far can we travel per day?

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.

What are the pick-up and drop-off times of the boat?

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

What additional insurance can I take out ?

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).

How is it going with the fuel ?

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.

What are the conditions of cancellation insurance ?

Follow this link to get the cancellation insurance conditions.

Is there an extra charge for moorings?

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.

Can you take your own bikes on the boat/houseboat licence-free?

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.

Apart from the rental price, what are the compulsory extras for a river cruise?

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.

Where can I park my car during the cruise?

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

Is fishing allowed?

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

Is it possible to swim in the canals?

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

Can we take young children with us ?

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.

What is the minimum composition of the crew?

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

7° The booking

When do we have to pay the balance of the rental ?

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.

Can I pay by bank transfer?

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

Is it possible to offer a gift card?

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

Overview of your cruise

Chatillon en Bazois Saturday Jun 28, 2025 at 3pm

Chatillon en Bazois Saturday Jul 5, 2025 at 9am

Rental price :

€2,867.00

Discounted price :

€1,864.00

By booking now, you save €1,003.00

Cancellation insurance :

€0.00

Total supplements :

€0.00

Total to be paid :

€1,864.00

From €207 / person

Deposit to be paid on booking :

€1,864.00

Total extras to be paid on the day of departure :

€0.00

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Features

Customer reviews of this boat 4.1/5 (based on 35 opinion)

From Châtillon en Bazois to Châtillon en Bazois, 0 km, 0 Lock(s), 0 h of navigation

From Châtillon en Bazois to Panneçot, 22 km, 9 Lock(s), 4.7 h of navigation

From Panneçot to Decize, 29 km, 10 Lock(s), 5.9 h of navigation

From Decize to Nevers, 32 km, 4 Lock(s), 5.1 h of navigation

From Nevers to Decize, 36 km, 4 Lock(s), 5.6 h of navigation

From Decize to Panneçot, 29 km, 10 Lock(s), 5.9 h of navigation

From Panneçot to Châtillon en Bazois, 22 km, 9 Lock(s), 4.7 h of navigation

From Châtillon en Bazois to Châtillon en Bazois, 0 km, 0 Lock(s), 0 h of navigation

From Châtillon en Bazois to Baye, 15 km, 14 Lock(s), 4.8 h of navigation

From Baye to Corbigny, 15 km, 26 Lock(s), 7.2 h of navigation

From Corbigny to Tannay, 16 km, 10 Lock(s), 4.1 h of navigation

From Tannay to Corbigny, 16 km, 10 Lock(s), 4.1 h of navigation

From Corbigny to Baye, 15 km, 26 Lock(s), 7.2 h of navigation

From Baye to Châtillon en Bazois, 15 km, 14 Lock(s), 4.8 h of navigation

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