Connoisseur – Boating Holidays in Europe

Destinations – France

Welcome to Connoisseur's most extensive cruising area. In cruising terms, France has it all - historic canals, impressive engineering, fine food and of course, fine wines. A holiday on the waterways is one of the best ways of making the most of all that France has to offer!

France Region Map

France Region Map

France

With bases all over France, we've had to split the country into regions, each of which have their own unique style. Try the Canal du Midi - Europe's oldest waterway stretching from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean, or the impressive Lot river which winds through the South West.

The choice is up to you - we've tried to give you as much information as possible on each of the areas, but if you still can't make up your mind, don't hesitate to call one of our highly trained sales staff who will be able to help you with your choice.

  • Lot Lot For centuries, the River Lot has wound its way through a landscape rich in natural beauty, ancient culture and spectacular scenery.
  • Brittany Brittany Perfect for beginners, Brittany's network of Napoleonic and flower adorned castles are a delight to navigate by boat or by bike.
  • Camargue Camargue Perfect for Beginners, the Camargue has something for everyone. Swim in the clear waters of the Etang de Thau or at nearby seaside resorts.
  • Burgundy Burgundy Spectacularly beautiful, this cultural and gastronomic region in the heart of France is perfect for tranquil cruising and re-discovering the natural beauty of unspoilt countryside.
  • Alsace-Lorraine Alsace-Lorraine Famous for its delicious quiche, the Lorraine region of North Eastern France is renowned for its unspoiled countryside.
  • Loire / Nivernais Loire / Nivernais Known locally as the 'green land of running waters' and internationally as a wine lover's paradise, the cruising region of Burgundy offers visitors a chance to savour beautiful landscapes, fine cuising and excellent wines.
  • Canal du Midi Canal du Midi Listed by UNESCO as a world heritage site, the Canal du Midi takes you on a wonderful journey through the heart of the gastronimic Languedoc countryside.
For more choice of boating holidays in France, try our umbrella company Le Boat.

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