Discover the river Francis I called the most beautiful in his kingdom.
One of the less known waterways. At the door of the Atlantic, this region has managed to highlight his past and entertainment. From Angoulême to Rochefort through Saintes and Cognac, during your cruise on self-drive river boat on this natural river, you will have the leisure to enjoy many water activities and a multitude of bathing areas will ship to reach.
Famous for its Cognac, castles or mild wether, the boating Holidays on the Charente river will be a fantastic journey on the water
On this waterway, here are the possible starting points : Sireuil, Cognac, Jarnac.
We are specialists in houseboat rental, If this is your first river cruise and/or if you have questions about self drive river boats, do not hesitate to contact us, we are at your disposal from Monday to Saturday from 9am to 7pm by E-mail or at 0033 230 96 08 57.
There are not many locks. They are all manual and open on bank holidays.
The Charente is a gentle river that’s easy to navigate on.
Mooring is only permitted in designated places and not in the countryside.
Hi-speed (TGV) train stations in Angoulême and Saintes.
One-way cruises are not available on the Charente.
Secure car parking is available at each departure base. You can swim in the River Charente.
Duration : 3 Nights - Cruise : Jarnac Return
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