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      Aquitaine

      Aquitaine

      Culture and gastronomy go hand in hand in this land of sunshine in the south-west of France, and both can be enjoyed to the full while cruising the local waterways.

      Destinations / France / Aquitaine

      Cruise to the delicacies of the land of plenty

      Culture and gastronomy go hand in hand in this land of sunshine in the south-west of France, and both can be enjoyed to the full while cruising the local waterways. The cruise from our main base in Le Mas d'Agenais takes you through the beautiful Garonne Valley on the Baï River.se and the Canal latéral à la Garonne through a landscape of cornfields, orchards and vine-covered hills. Discover the medieval charm of historic fortified royal towns such as Vianne and Nérac

      Map of Aquitaine

      An unforgettable cruise

      A cruise through one of the several Roman aqueducts in the region is an experience not to be missed. Visit the glassworks in Vianne and enjoy a glass of almond-scented Armagnac in its home town of Condom. Kids will love the attractions at the water park in Agen, otherwise known for everything that can be made from delicious plums (try them in chocolate!), and an art museum boasting works by Goya, Sisley and Dufy.

      Charming Castelsarrasin is a frequent winner of France's "Ville Fleurie" competition, and the world-famous abbeys and monasteries of Moissac are simply not to be missed. A cruise to Montauban, built of pink bricks, will reward you with "chic" fashion, and you're sure to be wowed by one of the region's best farmers' markets.

      Castelnaud Castle in Aquitaine

      Castelnaud Castle, Dordogne

      Festival Son et Lumière

      Don't miss the fortnight-long "Son et Lumière" festival in Valence d'Agen celebrating thethe region's waterways, where you can shop at the great markets that take place every week. Local delicacies include foie gras (goose liver), mushrooms and truffles, with which Bordeaux wines from the nearby renowned vineyards of Margaux, St. Emillion, Graves and Medoc are perfect. In the past, the landscape has inspired many famous painters; today, visitors come here to discover the perfect ingredients for culinary specialities. Bon appetit!

      Houseboats in Aquitaine

      Useful information

      • The locks are automatic and free of charge. Opening hours are approximately 9.00–⁠18.00 depending on the season; closed 12.30–⁠13.30. The locks are closed on some public holidays.
      • If you decide to sail down the Lot River towards Castelmoron, you will have to cross the Garonne River under the guidance of a pilot. There is a small fee for this service. During periods of drought or flooding, this section is not navigable.
      • Short charters and longer cruises are only possible from Le Mas d'Agenais and Montauban.

      Are you planning to discover France? Why not on a houseboat? Get in touch.

      Denisa Nguyenová

      Denisa Nguyenová

      +420 730 188 100 / denisa.nguyenova@yachting.com

      Popular routes

      Cruises for 2–⁠5 days  |  Cruises for a week  |  Cruises for 10–⁠14 days

      Cruises for 2–⁠5 days

      Buzet, Aquitaine, France, map

      Trip length: 2 days | 42 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 14

      Buzet - Nérac - Buzet

      Be tempted by the land of Henry IV and the Musketeer D'rtagnan as you sail eastwards along the tranquil canalGaronne or west along the majestic Garonne River, or head northeast and be enchanted by the beauty of the Lot River, or the River Lot. the wild romantic charm of the Baise River in the south.

      Buzet, Aquitaine, France, map

      Trip length: 2 days | 56 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 14

      Buzet - Agen - Buzet

      Be tempted by the land of Henry IV and the Musketeer D'rtagnan as you sail eastwards along the tranquil canalGaronne or west along the majestic Garonne River, or head northeast and be enchanted by the beauty of the Lot River, or the River Lot. the wild romantic charm of the Baise River in the south.

      Castelsarassin, Aquitaine, France, map

      Trip length: 3 days | 50 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 24

      Castelsarrasin - Moissac - Valence d'Agen - Castelsarrasin

      Follow the Canal latéral à la Garonne through vineyards and pastures to Buzet, famous for its orange aperitifs. The town of Vianne is famous for its beautiful glassworks, its many good restaurants and lively markets. Visit the stunning remains of Nérac Castle and spend time browsing the shops.

      Buzet, Aquitaine, France, map

      Trip length: 5 days | 70 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 28

      Buzet - Moncrabeau - Buzet

      Be tempted by the land of Henry IV and the Musketeer D'rtagnan as you sail eastwards along the tranquil canalGaronne or west along the majestic Garonne River, or head northeast and be enchanted by the beauty of the Lot River, or the River Lot. the wild romantic charm of the Baise River in the south.

      Buzet, Aquitaine, France, map

      Trip length: 5 days | 98 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 16

      Buzet - Fontet - Buzet

      Be tempted by the land of Henry IV and the Musketeer D'rtagnan as you sail eastwards along the tranquil canalGaronne or west along the majestic Garonne River, or head northeast and be enchanted by the beauty of the Lot River, or the River Lot. the wild romantic charm of the Baise River in the south.

      Buzet, Aquitaine, France, map

      Trip length: 5 days | 108 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 20

      Buzet - Valence d'Agen - Buzet

      Be tempted by the land of Henry IV and the Musketeer D'rtagnan as you sail eastwards along the tranquil canalGaronne or west along the majestic Garonne River, or head northeast and be enchanted by the beauty of the Lot River, or the River Lot. the wild romantic charm of the Baise River in the south.

      Forques sur Garonne, Aquitaine, France, map

      Trip length: 5 days | 120 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 22

      Forques sur Garonne - Castelmoron sur Lot - Fourques sur Garonne

      The Lot River meanders past limestone cliffs and cliff faces, but also through a fertile landscape with vineyards on terraces, creating countless bends that give it a special charm.

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      Cruises for a week

      Agen - Buzet - La Garonne - Aiguillon - Villeneuve s/Lot and back

      Trip length: 7 days | 85 km
      Type of cruise: one-way
      Number of locks: 28

      Agen - Vianne - Nérac - Condom - Valence-sur-Baïse

      Discover the medieval charm of historic fortified royal towns such as Vianne and Nérac. A cruise through one of the several Roman aqueducts in the region is an experience not to be missed.

      Buzet, Aquitaine, France, sailing area, map

      Trip length: 7 days | 112 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 40

      Buzet - Valence-sur-Baïse - Buzet

      Be tempted by the land of Henry IV and the Musketeer D'rtagnan as you sail eastwards along the tranquil canalGaronne or west along the majestic Garonne River, or head northeast and be enchanted by the beauty of the Lot River, or the River Lot. the wild romantic charm of the Baise River in the south.

      Agen - Buzet - La Garonne - Aiguillon - Villeneuve s/Lot and back

      Trip length: 7 days | 128 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 44

      Agen - Buzet - Vianne - Nérac - Moncrabeau

      Discover the medieval charm of historic fortified royal towns such as Vianne and Nérac. A cruise through one of the several Roman aqueducts in the region is an experience not to be missed.

      Agen - Buzet - La Garonne - Aiguillon - Villeneuve s/Lot and back

      Trip length: 7 days | 128 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 46

      Agen - Moissac - Castelsarrasin - Montauban - Montech

      Discover the medieval charm of historic fortified royal towns such as Vianne and Nérac. A cruise through one of the several Roman aqueducts in the region is an experience not to be missed.

      Castelsarassin, Aquitaine, France, map

      Trip length: 7 days | 146 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 57

      Le Mas d'Agenais - Montauban - Castelsarrasin

      Enjoy a cultural cruise along the Canal latéral à la Garonne and the Tarn River to our new base in Montauban. Famous works of art by Rembrandt, Sisley, Goya and Dufy can be found in the towns along this route. See the amazing architecture and stunning arched aqueducts.

      Castelsarassin, Aquitaine, France, map

      Trip length: 7 days | 152 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 50

      Le Mas d'Agenais - Valence-sur-Baïse - Condom - Le Mas d'Agenais

      Follow the Canal latéral à la Garonne through vineyards and pastures to Buzet, famous for its orange aperitifs. The town of Vianne is famous for its beautiful glassworks, its many good restaurants and lively markets. Visit the stunning remains of Nérac Castle and spend time browsing the shops.

      Buzet, Aquitaine, France, sailing area, map

      Trip length: 7 days | 160 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 44

      Castelsarrasin - Buzet - Castelsarrasin

      Follow the Canal latéral à la Garonne through vineyards and pastures to Buzet, famous for its orange aperitifs. The town of Vianne is famous for its beautiful glassworks, its many good restaurants and lively markets. Visit the stunning remains of Nérac Castle and spend time browsing the shops.

      Agen - Buzet - La Garonne - Aiguillon - Villeneuve s/Lot and back

      Trip length: 7 days | 171 km
      Type of cruise: one-way
      Number of locks: 36

      Agen - Buzet - Mas-Agenais - Castets-en-Dorthe

      Discover the medieval charm of historic fortified royal towns such as Vianne and Nérac. A cruise through one of the several Roman aqueducts in the region is an experience not to be missed.

      Buzet, Aquitaine, France, sailing area, map

      Trip length: 7 days | 184 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 58

      Buzet - Montech - Buzet

      Be tempted by the land of Henry IV and the Musketeer D'rtagnan as you sail eastwards along the tranquil canalGaronne or west along the majestic Garonne River, or head northeast and be enchanted by the beauty of the Lot River, or the River Lot. the wild romantic charm of the Baise River in the south.

      Castelsarassin, Aquitaine, France, map

      Trip length: 7 days | 204 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 52

      Le Mas d'Agenais - Nérac - Moissac - Le Mas d'Agenais

      Enjoy a cultural cruise along the Canal latéral à la Garonne and the Tarn River to our new base in Montauban. Famous works of art by Rembrandt, Sisley, Goya and Dufy can be found in the towns along this route. See the amazing architecture and stunning arched aqueducts.

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      Cruises for 10–⁠⁠14 days

      Agen - Buzet - La Garonne - Aiguillon - Villeneuve s/Lot and back

      Trip length: 10 days | 174 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 30

      Agen - Buzet - La Garonne - Aiguillon - Villeneuve-sur-Lot and back

      Discover the medieval charm of historic fortified royal towns such as Vianne and Nérac. A cruise through one of the several Roman aqueducts in the region is an experience not to be missed.

      Agen - Buzet - La Garonne - Aiguillon - Villeneuve s/Lot and back

      Trip length: 10 days | 225 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 74

      Agen - Moissac - Montech - Montauban - Toulouse

      Discover the medieval charm of historic fortified royal towns such as Vianne and Nérac. A cruise through one of the several Roman aqueducts in the region is an experience not to be missed.

      Agen - Buzet - La Garonne - Aiguillon - Villeneuve s/Lot and back

      Trip length: 14 days | 231 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 42

      Agen – Castelmoron – Villeneuve-sur-Lot – Siaurac – Vianne – Nérac – Condom – Valence-sur-Baïse

      Discover the medieval charm of historic fortified royal towns such as Vianne and Nérac. A cruise through one of the several Roman aqueducts in the region is an experience not to be missed.

      Agen - Buzet - La Garonne - Aiguillon - Villeneuve s/Lot and back

      Trip length: 14 days | 288 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 68

      Agen - Buzet - Valence - La Garonne - Aiguillon - Villeneuve-sur-Lot

      Discover the medieval charm of historic fortified royal towns such as Vianne and Nérac. A cruise through one of the several Roman aqueducts in the region is an experience not to be missed.

      Agen - Buzet - La Garonne - Aiguillon - Villeneuve s/Lot and back

      Trip length: 14 days | 371 km
      Type of cruise: there and back
      Number of locks: 94

      Agen - Buzet - Valence - Castet-en-Dorthe - Moissac

      Discover the medieval charm of historic fortified royal towns such as Vianne and Nérac. A cruise through one of the several Roman aqueducts in the region is an experience not to be missed.

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