Le Boat
What if the best way to travel was to slow down? And to allow yourself space and time away from constraints and crowds.
This is exactly what Le Boat has been offering throughout Europe and Canada for over 50 years. As the market leader in river tourism (the company belongs to the same group as Moorings and Sunsail), it makes boating possible for everyone with its license-free boats. As a couple, with friends or family, you can get away from it all for a few days or a week on the most beautiful waterways.
There is no predetermined route here: everyone determines their own path along the water, stopping at will to visit a village, have a picnic on the shore or enjoy a sunset. Driven by the desire to discover and inspired by the places you stop at, nature is omnipresent, but that’s not all. With a fleet of 950 boats in five different categories and 33 departure points in nine countries, Le Boat offers a unique selection of destinations – including several in France – where heritage, landscapes and joie de vivre blend together. And always with high-quality service, a modern fleet and a genuine commitment to sustainable tourism.
Liberty: River cruises with Le Boat
As the new star of the fleet for 2025, the Liberty represents a significant step up in Le Boat’s product range. This latest-generation boat, the result of a partnership with the BĂ©nĂ©teau Group, combines maximum comfort, state-of-the-art technology and intelligent design. It is designed for two to five people and is aimed at discerning travelers looking for uncompromising freedom. Comfort is at the heart of the experience: memory foam mattresses, air conditioning, smart TV, Wi-Fi and a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and NespressoÂź coffee machine. The living areas are spacious and bright, with high-quality furnishings. The upper deck with plancha, sun loungers and fridge becomes a floating terrace for aperitifs in the sun or dinner under the stars. But the Liberty also stands for easy sailing, even for beginners. Her intuitive steering system and maneuverability make her an access-free boat, perfect for city dwellers looking for a time capsule getaway. A new way to experience luxury: in the silence of the water and the elegance of the moment.
Canal du Midi and Burgundy: two treasures to discover in a different way
Sailing means getting to the heart of a region. And some regions are better suited to this than others. The Canal du Midi is undoubtedly the most symbolic waterway in France. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it links Toulouse to the Mediterranean through a series of spectacular structures: canal bridges, oval locks, aqueducts, green tunnels… This 17th century masterpiece crosses landscapes bathed in light between the vineyards of the Minervois, wild ponds and majestic plane trees.
There are numerous places worth visiting along the river: Carcassonne with its medieval city walls, Homps with its wine cellars, Narbonne with its Roman heritage and Le Somail, a picturesque little town straight out of a postcard. You moor up, stroll through the streets, enjoy a glass of wine on the terrace … Time passes slowly in the mild southern air. Burgundy offers a different, equally refined picture: green hills, villages with flat tiled roofs, Renaissance castles and Cistercian abbeys line the waterway. The Burgundy Canal and the Nivernais Canal meander through a rich landscape that invites you to make culinary stops along the way. Every lock invites you to linger and discover: Chablis, Tonnerre, Auxerre, Clamecy … History, wine and landscapes can be discovered at every stage.
With Le Boat, river vacations are no longer reserved for insiders and offer a level of luxury previously unknown for this type of leisure activity. They lead to an art of living and are the ideal compromise between an active vacation and well-deserved relaxation: free, inspiring and individual.
