Boating In France Preface Clive Edwards

Boating in France

An Introduction to the French Inland Waterways
By Clive Edwards, Response Motorsports Initiatives Ltd © “Boating in France;

Whilst many holidaymakers to France may have little knowledge of French inland waterways, the canals and rivers of France are such a significant feature of that country that we thought they deserve some introductions! – this short guide is therefore designed to wet the appetites of walkers, cyclists, motorists etc; and to serve as an introduction for those considering the possibility of hiring a boat for their holiday in France, but who are unsure as to which area would suit them best.

However please bear in mind that this is an introduction to the waterways of France, and it’s not intended to be used as a definitive guide for boating – For anyone proposing to hire a boat, or take their own boat, on the French inland waterways, as UK agents for the renowned “Guides Fluvial” we can supply you with one of these definitive Waterways Guides to the rivers and canals of your choice, which will provide everything you need to know about navigation, mooring, wining and dining and tourist information too. Full details of these guides, and an order form, are shown at appendix 1

Hiring a boat on the French inland waterways is quite easy, and there are several companies to choose from including Nicols Boats for whom Boating-in-France are the UK agents. Nicols have 25 bases throughout the best of the French inland waterways system, including several different bases on the Canal du Midi.

For further information about boat hire in France take a look at our web site (www.boating-in-france.com) send an e-mail to Clive@abbtel.co.uk or drop us a line at Boating in France, Chesil Lodge, West Bexington, DORCHESTER DT2 9DG and we’ll send you a copy of the latest full colour Nicols brochure.