Boat rental on the Canal Latéral à la Loire

All the enchantment of waterway tourism is accessible from Briare, less than two hours away from Paris

The town of Briare is less than two hours’ drive from Paris, making it ideal for a weekend cruise. Here you’ll quickly and easily be able to pick up your houseboat and set off to navigate the eponymous canal, or the Canal Latéral à la Loire, unless you prefer to let yourself be carried by the waters of the Canal du Nivernais. Just a few metres away from the majestic Briare canal bridge, we’ll introduce you to handling a licence-free boat. This bridge, allowing the Canal Latéral à la Loire to span the capricious river, makes a worthy point of departure. After this unusual discovery, you can head off in your desired direction.

A multi-faceted waterway cruise combining relaxation and discovery

Many treasures lie in store for you in Berry and the terroirs of Burgundy, all of which you can explore during your trip. You’ll be amazed and enthralled by the waterway heritage. Follow the Briare canal and you’ll reach the 7 locks of Rogny. This series of locks, classified as a historical monument, is worth a visit in itself. In this relaxing atmosphere, you’ll be able to stop off during your waterway cruise to lose yourselves in the famous vineyards of Sancerre or stroll in the picturesque lanes of Cité du Livre in Charité sur Loire. This town is on the UNESCO World Heritage list as a must-see site on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela.

Book a licence-free rental boat in Briare to delight all the members of your crew who are keen to cycle. There are numerous bike tracks, as well as the towpaths, for all kinds of ATB trips.