France Afloat is UK family owned and operated and has been providing cruises in France (where it’s also known as France Fluviale) for many years. As a small company its operation is limited in breadth across France but offer a highly focussed and personal service for customers.
Here are France Afloat’s details from French Waterways’ comprehensive directory of hire boats in France. Each boat has its own page of details and enquiry form. A booking enquiry response will provide accurate quotations for the type of boat and time of year that interests you.
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Self-Drive Boats from France Afloat

France Afloat Euroclassic 149
Overall size 14.9 m x 4.14 m. Sleeps 10 (8 + 2 on the convertible sofa) in 4 double cabins, each with an en suite shower and electric toilet.... Read more

France Afloat Euroclassic 139
Overall size 13.9m x 4.3m. Sleeps 6 in 3 x large double cabins, each with an ensuite shower and electric toilet. A luxury barge for three couples. ... Read more

Linssen 40.9 AC
The Linssen 40.9 AC (aft cabin) has three cabins and two large showers and toilets, a spacious saloon and galley with dining and lounge areas, and... Read more

Linssen 35.0 AC
The updated design of the 35.0 AC takes luxury to a new level. The improved use of space is noticeable, giving a more comfortable saloon and... Read more

Linssen 34.9 AC
The 34.9 AC (aft cabin) is the perfect boat for two couples, having two cabins and two showers and toilets at each end of the boat but will also... Read more

France Afloat Euroclassic 135 Grand Luxe
Overall size 13.5m x 3.25m. Sleeps 5 (4+1) in 1 x double and 1 x twin/double cabins, both with an ensuite shower and electric toilet. The... Read more

Linssen 33.9 AC
The Linssen 33.9 AC (aft cabin) has good accommodation for four and a more spacious saloon than the smaller 30.9AC. There is extra space in the... Read more

Linssen 32 AC
The 32 AC (aft cabin) blends ‘retro styling’ with modern construction and equipment. The result is a very comfortable and easy-to-handle boat... Read more

Linssen 290 AC / 30.9 AC
This compact 'aft cabin' Linssen 290 AC / 30.9AC provides excellent accommodation for two or four guests. Forward is an island double suite, then... Read more

France Afloat Euroclassic 139 Grand Cru
Overall size 13.9m x 4.3m. Sleeps 4 in 2 x large double cabins, both with an ensuite shower and electric toilet. This is the most spacious 2 cabin... Read more

France Afloat Euroclassic 129
Overall size 12m x 3.25m. Sleeps 5 (4+1) in 1 x double and 1 x twin/double cabin, both with an ensuite shower and electric toilet. The smallest... Read more

Linssen 29.9 SE
The 29.9 Sedan is a very comfortable boat for a couple. Forward is a double cabin with separate shower and toilet and the saloon and galley... Read more

France Afloat Burgundy 1500
Overall size 14.9m x 4.1m. Sleeps 8 (+3) in 2 x twin cabins with en-suite shower and toilet, 2 x twin sharing separate shower and toilet. > The... Read more

France Afloat Burgundy 1200
Overall size 12m x 3.25m. Sleeps 4 (+4) in 1 x double cabin with en-suite shower and toilet, 1 x twin, separate shower and toilet. > The... Read more