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La Bourgogne secteur Nivernais

River cruises on the Nivernais canal

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River cruise Burgundy

With over 850 km of canals and waterways, Burgundy is one of the most beautiful river destinations in France. This region has many faces with many picturesque canals. During your boat cruise without a licence, you will sail between vineyards, gastronomy and Renaissance castles.

 

With 19 possible departure points, there is a river cruise to suit everyone. To help you choose, we suggest you discover the 4 navigation areas: the Canal Latéral à la Loire, the Canal du Nivernais, the Canal de Bourgogne or the Canal du Centre.

 

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The Nivernais Canal

Cruise in Burgundy

Rent your houseboat to navigate on the Canal du Nivernais 

Would you like to navigate in a boat without a licence in the middle of nature in the heart of Burgundy? A river cruise on the Nivernais Canal, between Decize and Auxerre, will be ideal!

During your stay, you can take advantage of the Etang de Baye water sports centre to relax and enjoy the calm of nature. Paddle, canoeing, hiking, cycling and even windsurfing are all possible in Baye. On one of the most beautiful canals in France, you can even navigate under 3 tunnels, a real experience close to nature!


Cruise in Burgundy

Rent your houseboat to navigate on the Canal Latéral à la Loire


Would you like to live a river experience in Burgundy? The Canal Latéral à la Loire is quiet and offers perfect ease of navigation. We recommend this destination to all those who are looking for a relaxing holiday close to nature.

Cross the Canal Latéral à la Loire by houseboat in any direction and you will discover all the treasures of Burgundy. Between Nemours and Digoin, you will navigate between mansions, Renaissance castles, vineyards, villages of character and spectacular structures. Would you be able to take the oldest canal bridge in France? The Briare Bridge-Canal is waiting for you.

The Canal Latéral à la Loire

The Canal du Centre

Cruise in Burgundy

Rent your houseboat to navigate on the Canal du Centre

Tempted by river tourism in Burgundy? Opt for a cruise on the Canal du Centre and navigate a picturesque route between the Saône and the Loire! What's on the agenda? Visits to chateaux, wine tasting in Chagny, bike rides on the towpath and much more.


Cruise in Burgundy

Rent your houseboat to navigate on the Burgundy Canal

Why not discover river tourism on the Burgundy Canal? During your cruise by boat without a licence, you can visit the greatest castles of Burgundy such as the Château de Tanlay. Discover a region whose gastronomic and wine heritage is one of the most prestigious in the world. And finally, take advantage of the towpath along the canal to discover nature and heritage by bike.

The Canal de Bourgogne

Example of boats for Burgundy Nivernais.

Range Comfort 4 0
Estivale Quattro B+

Estivale Quattro B+

-30%

€2,059 €1,441

From €240 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Bow Thruster Bow Thruster
Flat Screen TV Flat Screen TV
Air-Conditioning Air-Conditioning
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
220 Volt Socket 220 Volt Socket
Bimini Bimini
Range Premium 4 0
Tarpon 37 DP

Tarpon 37 DP

-30%

€2,095 €1,467

From €244 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Bow Thruster Bow Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Flat Screen TV Flat Screen TV
Air freshener Air freshener
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
Dishwasher Dishwasher
Bimini Bimini
Range Standard 8 0
Confort 1350 B

Confort 1350 B

-30%

€2,534 €1,774

From €177 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 10
  • Cabins : 4
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 4
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Bow Thruster Bow Thruster
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
220 Volt Socket 220 Volt Socket
Range Premium 6 0
Tarpon 42 TP

Tarpon 42 TP

-30%

€2,680 €1,876

From €234 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 8
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Bow Thruster Bow Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Flat Screen TV Flat Screen TV
Air freshener Air freshener
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
Dishwasher Dishwasher
Bimini Bimini
Range Comfort 8 0
Estivale Octo

Estivale Octo

-30%

€2,712 €1,898

From €190 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 10
  • Cabins : 4
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Bow Thruster Bow Thruster
Flat Screen TV Flat Screen TV
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
220 Volt Socket 220 Volt Socket
Range Premium 4 0
Estivale Quattro Fly C

Estivale Quattro Fly C

-30%

€2,790 €1,953

From €326 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Flat Screen TV Flat Screen TV
Microwave Microwave
Air-Conditioning Air-Conditioning
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
Dishwasher Dishwasher
Bimini Bimini
Range Premium 6 0
Estivale Sixto Fly C

Estivale Sixto Fly C

-30%

€3,420 €2,394

From €299 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 8
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Flat Screen TV Flat Screen TV
Microwave Microwave
Air-Conditioning Air-Conditioning
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
Dishwasher Dishwasher
Bimini Bimini
Range Premium 8 0
Estivale Octo Fly C

Estivale Octo Fly C

-30%

€3,742 €2,619

From €262 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 10
  • Cabins : 4
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 4
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Flat Screen TV Flat Screen TV
Microwave Microwave
Air-Conditioning Air-Conditioning
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
Dishwasher Dishwasher
Bimini Bimini
Range Essential 2 1
Penichette 935 W A

Penichette 935 W A

-25%

€830 €623

From €125 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 5
  • Cabins : 1
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 1
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
220 Volt Socket 220 Volt Socket
Range Comfort 8 0
Magnifique

Magnifique

-29%

€1,939 €1,377

From €138 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 10
  • Cabins : 4
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Bow Thruster Bow Thruster
Microwave Microwave
Air freshener Air freshener
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
220 Volt Socket 220 Volt Socket
Range Comfort 2 2
Caprice

Caprice

-29%

€1,359 €968

From €161 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Microwave Microwave
Air freshener Air freshener
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
220 Volt Socket 220 Volt Socket
Range Standard 6 0
Continentale

Continentale

-29%

€1,399 €997

From €166 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
220 Volt Socket 220 Volt Socket
Range Comfort 4 2
Tarpon 32

Tarpon 32

-25%

€1,421 €1,066

From €133 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 8
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
220 Volt Socket 220 Volt Socket
Bimini Bimini
Range Comfort 4 0
Clipper

Clipper

-29%

€1,539 €1,092

From €182 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
220 Volt Socket 220 Volt Socket
Range Standard 4 3
Tarpon 37

Tarpon 37

-25%

€1,554 €1,166

From €130 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 9
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Bow Thruster Bow Thruster
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
220 Volt Socket 220 Volt Socket
Bimini Bimini
Range Comfort 4 2
Elegance

Elegance

-29%

€1,579 €1,120

From €187 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Bow Thruster Bow Thruster
Microwave Microwave
Air freshener Air freshener
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
220 Volt Socket 220 Volt Socket
Range Standard 4 2
Haines 40

Haines 40

-25%

€1,638 €1,229

From €154 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 8
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
220 Volt Socket 220 Volt Socket
Range Premium 2 2
Horizon

Horizon

-29%

€1,899 €1,348

From €337 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 4
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 1
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Flat Screen TV Flat Screen TV
Microwave Microwave
Air freshener Air freshener
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
Bimini Bimini

Customer testimonials

Average : 4.6 étoiles 4.6/5 (based on 105 opinion)
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 2, 2023, Tarpon 32Cruise : Briare aller/retour
"A superb cruise aboard the Tarpon 32, which we've hired out several times - you don't change a winning team!"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 23, 2023, CapriceCruise : Decize aller/retour
"3 superb days, just wandering around, no stress, I recommend it."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 23, 2023, HorizonCruise : Tannay aller/retour
"Good advice from the sales team on the choice of boat, simple and efficient return."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 19, 2023, CrusaderCruise : Decize aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Very pleasant''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jul 8, 2023, ContinentaleCruise : Decize aller/retour
"This is my second experience of river cruising with my family and CrisBoat is a great booking platform, responsive and pleasant to deal with."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 12, 2023, Vision 3Cruise : Migennes aller/retour
"Very enjoyable. A great family experience.The children loved it. We really enjoyed meeting the lock-keepers on the Nivernais Canal."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 1, 2023, Tarpon 32Cruise : Digoin aller/retour
"Highly recommended."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 10, 2023, Sedan 1160Cruise : Plagny aller/retour
"Listens to customers, gives good advice."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 29, 2023, Haines 40Cruise : Briare aller/retour
"CrisBoat agents and harbour reception very satisfactory."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 18, 2023, Grand ClassiqueCruise : Decize aller/retour
"Good customer service, good experience but prices a bit high."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 19, 2023, CapriceCruise : Decize aller/retour
"Interesting discovery. We hope to repeat this experience."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 22, 2023, Tarpon 42 TPCruise : Digoin aller/retour
"Competent and efficient staff."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 15, 2023, MagnifiqueCruise : entre Decize et Tannay
"Perfect."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 16, 2023, Corvette ACruise : Decize aller/retour
"To be repeated on a longer cruise with friends."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 22, 2022, ContinentaleCruise : entre Tannay et Decize
"Perfect."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 12, 2022, Corvette ACruise : Migennes aller/retour
"Great welcome, very good and well maintained equipment, great team."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 26, 2022, ContinentaleCruise : Tannay aller/retour
"Good experience overall. We really enjoyed this style of holiday."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jul 27, 2022, Vision 4Cruise : Decize aller/retour
"Pleasant and helpful reception"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 27, 2022, CountessCruise : Tannay aller/retour
"Excellent! Very good commercial and administrative follow-up and reception at the base"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 2, 2021, Tarpon 37Cruise : Chatillon en Bazois aller/retour
"auto-translation :''A relaxing and enjoyable holiday with friends.''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 17, 2021, Triton 860 FlyCruise : Digoin aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Everything great''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 7, 2021, Royal MystiqueCruise : Tannay aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Good service and a very good sense of service, especially when dealing with technical problems''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 25, 2021, Espade Concept FlyCruise : Briare aller/retour
"auto-translation :''pleasant and relaxing''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 12, 2021, Classique StarCruise : Decize aller/retour
"auto-translation :''We were all delighted with our stay despite the gloomy weather.''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 19, 2020, Royal ClassiqueCruise : Decize aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Good times sharing as a family''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 24, 2020, CapriceCruise : Decize aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Very nice experience''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 6, 2019, Tarpon 32Cruise : entre Briare et Chatillon en Bazois
"auto-translation :''Nice and relaxing''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 17, 2019, Tarpon 32Cruise : entre Chatillon en Bazois et Mailly Le Château
"auto-translation :''Relaxing, pleasant''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 5, 2019, Sedan 1010Cruise : Venarey aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Competent sales department with clear and effective communication''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 7, 2019, CapriceCruise : Migennes aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Good welcome at the base, good boat, good weather''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 24, 2019, CapriceCruise : entre Decize et Chatillon sur Loire
"Bon bateau et super service"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jun 3, 2019, Salsa ACruise : St Jean de Losne aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Welcome, good boat''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 11, 2019, Salsa ACruise : Tannay aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Very good value for money, very good staff''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 18, 2019, Corvette ACruise : Migennes aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Reassuring because well framed''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 17, 2018, CalypsoCruise : Chatillon sur Loire aller/retour
"auto-translation :''For our first experience, we were satisfied''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 24, 2018, Royal MystiqueCruise : Decize aller/retour
"auto-translation :''To try it is to adopt it!!!''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 25, 2018, Tarpon 32Cruise : entre Chatillon en Bazois et Mailly Le Château
"auto-translation :''Very good service''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 27, 2018, ShebaCruise : St Jean de Losne aller/retour
"Very good"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 17, 2018, MagnifiqueCruise : Migennes aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Very good for everyone on board.''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on May 28, 2018, Tarpon 32Cruise : entre Briare et Chatillon en Bazois
"auto-translation :''Good commercial approach-very friendly welcome''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on May 26, 2018, Tarpon 49 QPCruise : Chatillon en Bazois aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Nice stay''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 9, 2018, Riviera 1120Cruise : Plagny aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Very good''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 5, 2018, Triton 860Cruise : Briare aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Stay full of discovery, quiet and silent, relaxing.''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on May 7, 2018, MagnifiqueCruise : Migennes aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Very pleasant stay (1st experience)''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 21, 2018, Tarpon 42Cruise : Chatillon en Bazois aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Serious company.''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 9, 2017, Haines 40Cruise : Louhans aller/retour
"auto-translation :''As usual very well''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 2, 2017, Tarpon 42Cruise : Louhans aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Well organized stay, lovely region''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 2, 2017, Espade Concept FlyCruise : Chatillon en Bazois aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Efficient, in line with our expectations. The choice of the boat is very important for the people a little old (small freeboard''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 1, 2017, Renaud 8000Cruise : Chatillon en Bazois aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Nothing to complain about, impeccable stay''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 19, 2017, Sedan 1000Cruise : Plagny aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Very good''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 15, 2017, Riviera 920Cruise : entre Rogny et Plagny
"We were very happy with Cris Boats - we have already told our friends about it. The staff member at the boat yard was great with advice about the boat and where to go."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 7, 2017, Haines 40Cruise : entre Louhans et Pontailler
"auto-translation :''Quick repair, no worries''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jun 10, 2017, Estivale Quattro BCruise : entre Plagny et Rogny
"auto-translation :''Very good reception on the bases compared to your competitors''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 22, 2017, Estivale Quattro BCruise : Plagny aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Excellent stay as much by the comfort of the boat as by the reception on the commercial service and the base''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 20, 2017, Tarpon 37Cruise : entre Pontailler et Louhans
"auto-translation :''Very Good ''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 2, 2017, Confort 1100Cruise : Port/Saône aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Super awesome''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 24, 2017, Sedan 1310Cruise : Plagny aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Meet all our expectations''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 20, 2017, Tarpon 49 QPCruise : entre Louhans et Pontailler
"auto-translation :''Very good, difficult to find better and more beautiful weather all week …''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on May 5, 2017, Tarpon 49 QPCruise : Louhans aller/retour
"auto-translation :''Very good, I think we will refer a cruise''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 5, 2017, Triton 1050Cruise : Chatillon en Bazois aller/retour
"auto-translation :''We loved everything!''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Apr 3, 2017, Triton 860 FlyCruise : Pontailler aller/retour
"auto-translation :''First satisfying and original experience''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 30, 2016, Sedan 1310Cruise : Dôle aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Easy, practical, experience worth repeating''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 23, 2016, Sedan 800Cruise : Plagny aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Great''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 16, 2016, Sedan 1000Cruise : Brienon aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Very exotic''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 9, 2016, Espade 850 FlyCruise : Louhans aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Wonderful''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 15, 2016, Tarpon 32Cruise : Digoin aller/retour
"Lovely, very quiet."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 19, 2016, Espade 850 FlyCruise : Louhans aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Good contact, nice, too short (WE).''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 20, 2016, Riviera 920Cruise : Plagny aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Very happy with our stay''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 12, 2016, Espade 850 FlyCruise : Louhans aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Perfect stay''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 30, 2016, Tarpon 37Cruise : Chatillon en Bazois aller/retour
"Responsive, Value"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 23, 2016, Tarpon 42Cruise : entre Mailly Le Château et Chatillon en Bazois
"auto-translation : ''I searched, but I find no point of improvement to give''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jul 30, 2016, Triton 860 FlyCruise : Digoin aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Very good stay''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 1, 2016, Confort 900Cruise : Plagny aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Aside from the cramped cabins, everything was perfect''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 2, 2016, Tarpon 37 DPCruise : Digoin aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Great !! Very pleased with our stay with Cris Boat''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 8, 2016, Riviera 920Cruise : Plagny aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Happy with our stay, cruise, boat and friendly staff''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 1, 2016, Renaud 8000Cruise : Chatillon en Bazois aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Great stay, wonderful cruise''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 20, 2016, Renaud 8000Cruise : Digoin aller/retour
"It was ok, very good stay in Burgundy"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 21, 2016, Triton 860 FlyCruise : Chatillon en Bazois aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Okay, carefree.''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on May 14, 2016, Sedan 800Cruise : Venarey aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Good stay but somewhat tempered by the passage locks system that is not more evident on the Canal Borugogne''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on May 4, 2016, Confort 900Cruise : Brienon aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Friendly and nice, an exotic holiday.''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on May 4, 2016, Sedan 1170Cruise : Rogny aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Okay, exotic and we appreciated being able to settle here to sleep in nature, particularly in the pond-sod''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 2, 2016, Tarpon 49 QPCruise : Pontailler aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Everything went well during our river cruise, no snags to report''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 4, 2016, Riviera 920Cruise : Plagny aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Great holidays on river boat ''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jul 11, 2015, Tarpon 37 DPCruise : Chatillon en Bazois aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Okay, can be home based Chatillon, a little cold''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jun 12, 2015, Espade 850 FlyCruise : Louhans aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''The provision corresponds to what was planned''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 8, 2015, Penichette 935 W ACruise : entre Chatillon en Bazois et Digoin
"I want to do this again and bring friends with me next time"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 1, 2015, Eau-Claire 930 FlyCruise : Digoin aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Good''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Apr 30, 2015, Penichette 1107 W ACruise : Digoin aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Well, despite problems with the rented bikes''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 14, 2015, Penichette 1107 W ACruise : Pontailler aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Unusual holidays to redo''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 10, 2015, Linssen Vlet 1030Cruise : Pontailler aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Great''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 23, 2015, Tarpon 32Cruise : entre Chatillon en Bazois et Mailly Le Château
"auto-translation : ''Very good company to stay again as soon as possible''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on May 13, 2015, Espade Concept FlyCruise : Louhans aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''++ I would recommend this kind of cruise''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jul 25, 2015, Espade Concept FlyCruise : Chatillon en Bazois aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''satisfactory cruise''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 1, 2015, Tarpon 37Cruise : Pontailler aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''A remake absolutely''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 20, 2015, Haines 40Cruise : Louhans aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Very good, to remake''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 30, 2015, Tarpon 32Cruise : entre Pontailler et Louhans
"auto-translation : ''A remake soon as possible''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 3, 2015, Tarpon 42Cruise : Chatillon en Bazois aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''The team of Châtillon is really on top. Troubleshooting the day of Easter.''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jun 15, 2015, Tarpon 37Cruise : Digoin aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Great experience that I recommend''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jul 4, 2015, Tarpon 42 TPCruise : Chatillon en Bazois aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Very friendly and accomodating Home''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Apr 25, 2015, Tarpon 42Cruise : Mailly Le Château aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Many locks to pass on the Canal du Nivernais''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jun 20, 2015, Confort 900 ACruise : Louhans aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''We would like to repeat a longer stay. It's very nice to discover the rivers from another angle''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 6, 2015, Tarpon 32Cruise : Digoin aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''We know for 10 years and we come back''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 18, 2015, Tarpon 37 DPCruise : Louhans aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Good organization and very comfortable boat''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jun 29, 2015, Tarpon 37Cruise : Digoin aller/retour
"Loved experience, but the boat was a bit old. Everything worked but France needs to clear up its laws on holding tanks. Disgusting to expel waste water into canal in 2015. If it was better, the canals would be sparkling."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 16, 2015, Tarpon 37 DPCruise : Chatillon en Bazois aller/retour
"auto-translation : ''Nice river cruise on the Nivernais''"

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.).

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

Between Saint Jean de Losne and Mâcon, you must only stop at designated moorings, elsewhere you can moor anywhere along the banks in the heart of the countryside.

Everything you need to know about navigation on a licence-free boat in Burgundy

Burgundy is one of the most beautiful river destinations in France. For lovers of slow tourism, the Canal du Nivernais is the ideal destination. Navigate alone in the world in the heart of nature in authentic Burgundy. For wine and gastronomy lovers, navigate on the Canal Latéral à la Loire! Vineyards, typical villages and remarkable structures such as the Briare Canal Bridge will be discovered throughout your cruise.

During your river cruise on the Canal du Nivernais, you will pass through several typical Burgundy towns and villages such as Decize, Châtillon-En-Bazois, Corbigny, Tannay or Auxerre. You will discover, during your houseboat rental, a Burgundy in the heart of nature with its numerous vineyards and a rich heritage and culture.

Travelling with Cris Boat

Crisboat has more than 90% of the French fleet of self drive river boats. Entrust us with your desires and your availabilities and we will shape your holidays on the water. Located in the heart of the Vienne, Crisboat is the leader in self driver river boat rental in France. Discover our team, made up of 6 experts ready to take up the challenge to design the cruise that will meet your expectations.

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Burgundy Nivernais

A cruise in Burgundy without a licence, full of discoveries

A very nice river cruise in the heart of the vineyards and good restaurants. Lovers of gastronomy, nature and history will be delighted with this cruise! Sail on a boat without a licence on the canals to discover Burgundy in a different way and go and see unusual places!