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A Relaxing Vacation Full of VarietyUniqueA boating vacation creates the rare opportunity to

get to know a country, its inhabitants, culture and

cuisine – in a straightforward and easy-going way.

RelaxingA boating vacation is relaxing; in other words,

you can take each day as it comes. In the evening

you can choose to dock wherever you please or

wherever the current takes you.

DiverseA boating vacation is never boring. There will

always be something to do, for instance, steering

the houseboat or maneuvering through the locks;

both of these activities demand the utmost attention

of the captain and his or her crew. Whilst sailing

along, the unspoiled river landscape subtly merges

with the charming canals. You will happen on

villages and cities in an even tempo. The variety of

animals and plants en route is also fascinating –

do not forget to pack your binoculars!

IndividualPeople who choose to take a houseboating

vacation are usually adventurous, independent and

like to enjoy life one day at a time. Accordingly,

most houseboat aficionados are skeptical about

timetables and prefer to follow the natural course

of the sun, moon and stars. Characteristically,

most of them also choose to leave the so-called

indispensable watch at home.

No License In France it is not necessary to have a special

boating license in order to navigate a houseboat.

A special, temporary permit obtained by the

houseboat rental company fulfills all of the legal

requirements.

EasyShould you choose to make a booking – either

directly or through your travel agent – you will then

receive all of the necessary documents. It is strongly

advised that you read the logbook from cover to

cover prior to your trip; it contains important tips

and information. When you come to take over the

houseboat at our home office, it will take us approxi-

mately two hours to finish up the paperwork and

give you an introduction to the houseboat. Then you

will be ready to embark on your houseboating

adventure and your only concern will be to return

the houseboat at the pre-arranged destination on

time. Should an unforeseeable situation arise, there

is a breakdown-service which operates in the area –

seven days a week and usually free of charge.

Most of allPlease remember to read our general conditions carefully; they

contain a lot of useful information and might be able to answer

some of your questions.

We hope you enjoy going over our documents and look forward to

welcoming you on board soon.

Best regards,

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The AreaIn Burgundy there are nearly 1200 km (746 miles) of rivers and canals

almost deserted by commercial traffic but available for pleasure

boating. This remarkable richness of navigable waterways is explained

by the geographical situation of Burgundy. It is in fact in the heart of

this region that one finds the watershed between the valleys of the

three principal French rivers, the Seine, the Loire and the Rhône.

During the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries a vast network of canals was

built throughout Burgundy in order to link these three rivers which

offers, in addition to the already navigable rivers Saône, Yonne and

Seille, boating opportunities of great tourist interest.

For centuries, the Burgundy has been a significant junction for north-

south as well as east-west traffic; the navigable waterways come

together and lead to the Mediterranean Sea, the Atlantic Ocean, the

North Sea and the Black Sea.

The variety of waterways in Burgundy and the wide range of scenery

through which they will take you, create a true paradise for any

captain and crew.

The river Saône is navigable from the village of Corre for approxi-

mately 400 kilometers until Lyon. As a small river, it meanders

through Franche-Comté, becomes wider in Burgundy and flows into

the river Rhône as an impressive river.

ChagnyChagny is situated at a convenient location; this

charming little town is close to the A6 highway from

Paris to Lyon – just 15 kilometers away from the large

highway junction in Beaune – and can easily be reached

from all directions. Chagny is also accessible by train

and our home office is located close to the train station.

This typical French village and ist surroundings also

have a lot of fine cuisine to offer: from simple bistros

to the renowned ***Lameloise!

All year round, there is a market on Sunday mornings

(from 8 a.m. to noon) that takes place in the traffic-free

city center; for the most part, fresh local produce is sold,

for example cheese, poultry, vegetables and fruits.

Boating Recommendations from ChagnyFrom our home office: 1 week return trip to Louhans

return trip to Dole

return trip to Paray-le-Monial

2 weeks return trip to Seveux-Savoyeux

return trip to Roanne

return trip to Decize

one-way: 1 week to Seveux-Savoyeux

2 weeks over Louhans and Corre to Seveux-Savoyeux

Chagny

Seveux-Savoyeux

The Fascinating World of Waterways in Burgundy

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In the north, the Saône is connected to the Elsass via the Canal des

Vosges. Further down, the Canal de la Bourgogne à la Champagne

provides a connection to Lorraine and Champagne. The Canal du

Rhône au Rhin leads to St. Jean-de-Losne, the Canal de Bourgogne

branches off in the rivers Yonne and Seine; both Paris and the

Atlantic Ocean can be reached via these rivers.

The Canal du Centre was inaugurated over 200 years ago; it connects

the river Saône with the Loire, the longest and historically most

fascinating river in France. Starting in the town of Digoin, you can

navigate the Loire-Chanel, either southwards to Roanne or west-

wards to Briare. This canal is the only one, which gives you the

opportunity to access the world-famous wineyards of Burgundy

(Rully, Meursault, Santenay, Chassagne-Montrachet, Pommard . . .)

by boat.

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Luxurios Houseboats for twoup to six persons

To produce the snaily our architect, Kurt Gadola,

has combined the traditional style of the Nether-

land tjalk with the modern conveniences people

have come to expect. The authentic appearance,

simple operation and comfortable interior make it

the perfect choice for canalling in Burgundy.

If you look closely to the houseboat plans of

modern day charter companies, you will see that

the living area is almost always square and fitted

out with a L or U shaped bench and a more or less

fully equipped kitchen. Should you encounter bad

weather en route – which, of corse, can happen –

then you have no other choice but to sit at the table

or lie in bed!

snaily 302 C for two (+ two) persons

snaily 304 C for four (+ two) persons

snaily 304 SC for four (+ two) persons

snaily 306 C for up to six persons

Your fully equipped snaily was designed for maximum comfort

and privacy during a week or more of carefree cruising. The social

areas are located aft while the private suites are forward. Amenities

include two or three private suites with full-size mattresses, a

separate lavs, heads and showers for each cabin, a galley with all

modern conveniences, a large dinette with a round table, a main

salon in the wheel-house and between, a genuine stove!Convenient built-in steps on the aft decks offer easy access to

the cabin tops for sunning and steering outside. The 4-cylinder

diesel engine, enclosed in a soundproof box, provides quiet and

dependable power. Wheel steering and bow thrusters make

navigating locks and tight channels safe and simple.

Mensurements:

Length 44 feet x width 12.5 feet, Heigth: 13 feet, Weight: 10 tons

Engine:

NANNI diesel 4 cyl. 50 hp, Consummation: 1.5 gallons/h,

110 gallon fuel tank, 450 gallon fresh water tank

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