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Through the French Canals

The Complete Planning Guide to Cruising the French Waterways

Author:	David Jefferson
Edition:	2021
Format:	Paperback
Size:	210 x 148 mm

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The Definitive Guide to Cruising French Waterways

Plan your route from Channel to Med with this expert guide – covering 50+ routes, lock dimensions, bridge heights, moorings, fuel points and more.

Through the French Canals has inspired generations of cruisers since its first publication in 1970. Now in its 14th edition, it remains the definitive guide for anyone planning to navigate France’s extensive and beautiful inland waterways.

This comprehensive planning guide details over 50 routes from the English Channel and Atlantic to the Mediterranean. Fully illustrated with maps and photography, it includes lock positions, distances, bridge heights, canal depths, fuelling points, haltes, ports de plaisance, and guidance on boat suitability. It also covers VNF licence fees, signage, waterway signals, local facilities, costs of living, shopping, and onboard equipment.

With updated route data, new haltes and mooring details, fresh photography and practical cruising advice, this guide is indispensable for both seasoned and first-time visitors to the French waterways.

Introduction to the 14th edition
Summary of route details, with map
Through routes to the Mediterranean
Cruising the inland waterways
Choosing the right boat
Equipment
Planning the cruise
In the waterways of France
Locks
Cost of living, shopping and stores
Useful information

Part 2: the routes

The Lower Seine (la Seine aval)
Bassin de la Seine
Bassin du Centre-Est
Rhône – Saône Basin
The Northern Region
Bassin du Nord-Est
Le Bassin du Rhin
Brittany and Pays-de-la-Loire
Entre Deux Mers – the Atlantic – the Mediterranean and the Rivers Baïse, Lot and Charente

Bibliography
Index

About the Author

David Jefferson has extensively researched the French waterways, both aboard his own boat and in Le Boat cruisers. He kept a boat in France for many years and has contributed to leading sailing and motor boat magazines. Through the French Canals, now in its 14th edition, is widely recognised as the definitive guide to the inland waterways of France.

Praise for Through the French Canals

"A must for yachtsmen wishing to use the French inland waterway system... a fascinating read."
– Yachting Monthly

"Highly professional, beautifully-presented."
– Waterways World

"The bible for those wishing to head for the Med."
– Gaffer’s Log

"This book covers virtually all you need to know."
– Towpath Talk

"Provides everything needed for basic planning... plus a feel for each waterway."
– Canal Boat

"An excellent introduction... suitable for both first-time visitors and returning cruisers."
– Cruising

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