Narrative, books for children, cookery, medical, humour. What is the use of a map book of the canal or river. Many titles are available from the inland waterways association online shop. Many more canal related books are available, including many guides to individual canals. It takes you through the canals of burgundy, detailing places of interest which can be visited from the canals. With le boat you can explore the sights or stop at any time to relax, indulge in fine french wines and delicious food. Buy cruising french waterways 4th revised edition by hugh mcknight isbn. French waterways own unique pdf guides introduce some of the most interesting things to be enjoyed on and around the enchanting rivers and canals of france. Site map french founded 2003 is independent and impartial. Through the french canals by david jefferson waterstones. Our sun decks are equipped with a jacuzzi and sun loungers allowing you to admire comfortably the most beautiful landscapes of europe. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Far from the hustle and bustle of the big cities, this is a quiet journey into the equally peaceful lands we of.
Oct 04, 2015 a week cruising south on the canal du nivernais in burgundy france. A unique model that we have completely recreated and redesigned to re discover france. France boating holidays on french canals and rivers. Cruising french waterways has rapidly become one of the leading descriptive guides to the astonishingly varied network of rivers and canals that penetrate almost every region of france. Through the french canals has probably tempted more people to explore the beautiful waterways of france than any other book. While the thesis for this book was an english narrowboat canal boat taken down england, across the channel, into belgium, and then to the south of france, the actual amount of material devoted to boating or canal details could have been summed up in less than 15 pages. Written and created from expert firsthand experience. Throughout the smaller canal network the limit is 6 kph 4 mph 3. The standard comprehensive hardback book guide to the french canals and navigable rivers includes maps and distance tables for each waterway, giving the user a general view of the geography of each waterway. An exploration of burgundys hidden backwaters, with a choice of two classic itineraries, each lasting 6 days, spent immersing yourself in gourmet wine and food, against the backdrop of some of the most glorious countryside in europe. We have all lived and worked on the inland waterways of france for many years and can offer the friendly, informed, personal advice that you need to choose the perfect boating holiday. David jefferson of route details through routes to the mediterranean cruising inland waterways suitable and unsuitable boats equipment planning the cruise in the waterways of france locks.
If you have little up to date knowledge of the canals and rivers between northern europe and the mediterranean, i have published a book which should give you all the information you need in order to get the correct french recognised qualifications and licences to take the boat into the inland waterways of france. Hello, im about to book my first canal boat trip to the canal du midi in june very excited. Boats within size limits can pass through from the english channel to the med. Although several sources are used and listed in the references below, an important source of uptodate information on french waterways is inland waterways of france, by david edwardsmay published by imray ltd in 2010, and its online version, navigation details for 80 french rivers and canals french waterways website section. Descriptions, maps and data tables with waterway dimensions for 90 waterways throughout france. A bestseller for many years and now in its 11th edition, it is the essential planning guide for anyone wanting to cruise through the stunning scenery of the french waterways, or who is simply on passage from the english channel to the mediterranean. Boat bases throughout france cruise the famous canal du midi, the wine regions of burgundy. Note that the canals guides listed above all contain detailed maps.
You will wander in the authentic countryside, discovering picturesque villages with vibrant traditions. Winner of the thomas cook guide book award, it is full of fascinating information on the history and commercial activities of each area, as well as the historical sites, chateaux and scenic. Its that time of year again when thoughts turn to things french. Explore the canals of france on croisieuropes fleet of france river boats explore now. The french canals are definitely living up to our expectations as we wander historic, medieval towns, admire the amazing scenery and stumble across a beer and food festival. Boat bases throughout france cruise the famous canal du midi, the wine regions of burgundy, the unique camargue, rural brittany and more. Cruising the french canals first cabin luxury travel. Excursions on the french canals croisieurope cruises. The standard guide to the french canals and navigable rivers includes maps and distance. There are dozens of possible cruises, along a single canal or into other interconnected waterways. A bestseller for many years and now in its 12th edition, it is the essential planning guide for anyone wanting to cruise t.
David jefferson is a frequent visitor to the french canals and a regular contributor to both yachting monthly and motor boat and yachting on the french inland waterways system. Our cruises on the french canals, aboard our barges the most modern in europe. France maps barges in france canals of france rivers. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle. A guide to all canals and navigable rivers in france. Gaffers log december 2006 clearly and colourfully laid out, crammed with information and a must for yachtsmen. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. Ive known smaller cats like iroquois and heavenly twins go through, but friends of mine took their wharram tangaroa iv with a beam of 19 5. Armed with a large scale map of europe showing the canals and their categories, one should be able to workout what routes are available. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. The canal du midi is located in the south of france, in the departments of herault, aude, and hautegaronne.
Often a simple smile and a chat is all you need to make new friends. Pdf through the french canals download full pdf book download. Jan 09, 2012 canal du nord to the mediterranean in june 05, we left our mooring on the norfolk broads heading for the sunnier climate of the french canals. Discover the beauty of france and its countryside from the countrys canals and romantic rivers. Currently there is a 750mile network of canals in france, which are used for barging. We have brought back to life a historical navigation mode on french canals. France afloat is unique in being both a family business and actually being based in france.
A bestseller for many years and now in its 12th edition, it is the essential planning guide for anyone wanting to cruise through the stunning scenery of the french waterways, or take their boat from the english channel through to the mediterranean via the inland route. The standard comprehensive hardback book guide to the french canals and navigable. From the straits of gibraltar and from the end of the french canals all the ports, marinas and places to visit. A mine of information from the channel coast to the med. Im currently doing some research to find the best guide books to buy about the canal and wondered if anyone has any. Barges in france offers independent expert advice based on our direct experience with each barge. Winner of the thomas cook guide book award, it is full of fascinating information on the history and commercial. Cruising french waterways has rapidly become the leading descriptive guide to the astonishingly varied network of rivers and canals that penetrate almost every region of france. I have been searching the internet for weeks trying to decide on a canal trip in france.
Through the french canals by david jefferson, paperback. If you are thinking about using the french canals to passage between the uk and the mediterranean then this book contains all the information you need it describes the routes, the regulations the paperwork how where and when to get the qualifications and license, the depths, air heights, locks. It describes the routes, the regulations the paperwork how where and when to get the qualifications and license, the depths, air heights, locks and a whole lot more. We made our north sea crossing from harwich to nieuwpoort in belgium, a final chance to fill up with red diesel before entering france, and entered the canal system in dunkirk. Boats within size limits can pass through from the english channel. How to operate a lock on a french river or canal ian marriott. Usual problem of them not being dredged due to lack of money. French river cruising is the perfect way to discover the hidden treasures of the waterways. Operate the valves and gates with the lockmasters help. Barges in france, belgium, england, scotland, ireland, holland, germany, and italy. Be warned, as many french and belgian canals may be only good for a depth of 1.
A bestseller for many years and now in its th edition, it is the essential planning guide for anyone wanting to cruise t. If you are new to the western mediterranean this book is an indispensable guide and pilot book. A bestseller for many years and now in its th edition, it is the essential planning guide for anyone wanting to cruise through the stunning scenery of the french waterways, or take their boat from the english channel down to the mediterranean via the. We offer over 800 hire boats for french boating holidays. The book includes 2019 pricing charts for all rivers and all major river cruise companies. The canal du midi offers a wonderful journey through the sundrenched vineyards and pretty villages of languedoc frances most prolific wine producing region. Choose your size of boat from 212 people, its level of luxury, and the steering position. Sep 01, 2006 the result is through the french canals, a thoroughly user friendly guidebook now in an updated, expanded, and illustrated eleventh edition.
A boating vacation is a perfect way to enjoy the spectacular scenery of the french waterways. Canal maps, books, pdf downloads and navigation guides. Frencheuropean canals im confused the canal du midi, which cuts through from the bay of biscay to the med, is wide enough for a lot of cruising cats. Whether passing through or just meandering, this book is packed with information on everything you are ever likely to need to know. Make the first move even if you dont speak the language very well and. Winner of the thomas cook guide book award, it is full of fascinating information on the history and commercial activities of each area. Boating in france cruising the rivers and canals in france. Routes between the english channel and the mediterranean. However, if you insist on having a separate paper map, there is an excellent selection available from the inland waterways association on line shop. The french network of waterways includes 100 canals and rivers, totaling over 8,000 kilometers. Fine in 12 dark red cloth and bright red paper covered boards with bold gilt text stamping on the spine. Canal and river routes through france french waterways. Series nicholsons guides to the waterways also available as. Cruise on the french canals aboard the most modern barges in europe, most of which were built in 2014.
Eurocanals books are distributed worldwide by amazon. The network is divided into eight regions, with between 7. A visit to carcassonne and fonserannes locks is a must for your french canal boat holiday. An accompanying coffee table book filled with beautiful photographs of. The french canal routes to the mediterranean 7 chapter one overview of the routes the object of this book is to provide information on moving a boat via the french rivers and canals between the uk and the mediterranean. Philip bristow cruised the inland waterways of france for over 20 years. Excellent and uptodate map of all navigable french canals and rivers, plus uniquely belgium, holland and the rhine. A bestseller for many years and now in its th edition, it is the essential planning guide for anyone wanting to cruise through the stunning scenery of the french waterways, or take their boat from the english channel down to the mediterranean via the inland route.
This book is as much a treasure to the boat owner as a glass of pinot noir to the discerning wine lover. Cruising french waterways by hugh mcknight nook book ebook. Canal boating holiday selfdrive faqs, france page 2. How to operate a lock on a french river or canal youtube. How to take your rented canal boat through the locks of canals in france.
Through the french canals david jefferson a planning guide for those wanting to cruise through the scenery of the french waterways, or who are on passage from the english channel to the mediterranean. Mar 20, 2009 through the french canals has probably tempted more people to explore the beautiful waterways of france than any other book. The fact that jeffersons through the french canals is now published as a 12th edition is testament to its value. Map of major regions of france for all inclusive canal and river cruises, with incredible food, personal attention from crew, along beautiful canals and waterways. Philip bristow of route details through routes to the mediterranean cruising the inland waterways suitable and unsuitable boats equipment planning the cruise in the waterways of france locks. Olga kevelos was, at 68, the youngest to attend the reunion a week ago in blatchworth canal centre, hertfordshire, for the extraordinary women who volunteered to work the canal. If you are thinking about using the french canals to passage between the uk and the mediterranean then this book contains all the information you need. Barging on french canals barging on french canals river cruising and barge trips are not the same, so dont confuse these two great products. All the richness and diversity of france are embodied in the 80 navigable rivers and canals that are presented on these pages, with descriptions and practical information for planning cruises. On a barge in france adventures on hoop doet leven. A bestseller for many years and now in its th edition, it is the essential planning guide for anyone wanting to cruise through the stunning scenery of the. This 320page paperback is highly portable and indispensable for anyone wanting to cruise along stunning french scenery as viewed from its canals, rivers, and other inland waterways.
This is our account of travelling through france along with information for. Uk for overview of england and wales, see answer in faq. The print version of the nonetoocreativelytitled, but nonetheless entertaining, on a barge in france is now available from amazon. The canal du midi is like a fine wine you take it in slowly, taste and sample every village as you cruise discover as much as you can along the way. If you are thinking about using the french canals to passage between the uk and the mediterranean then this booklet contains all the information you need i t describes the routes, the regulations the paperwork how where and when to get the qualifications and license, the depths, air heights, locks and a whole lot more. Unfortunately, the last updated date is not shown in the text. The first edition of through the french canals appeared in 1970. And, many of the french canals are still used for commercial traffic. Built in the 1800s, the canals were used to transport goods between the north and south until rail travel was deemed more efficient, faster and less costly. Through the french canals by david jefferson overdrive.