Here are selected details from French Waterways’ comprehensive directory of self-drive hire boats in France. Each boat listed below has its own separate page of details, photographs and an enquiry form.
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Nicols Estivale Octo-Fly 12
The Nicols Estivale Octo-Fly 12 self-drive hire boat is the longest in the Nicols fleet and offers a superb sun-deck with an additional integrated... Read more
Le Boat Horizon 5 (10+2 – 15m)
The Horizon 5 sleeps up to 12 guests in five cabins and one double saloon berth. All five cabins have the privacy of their own en-suite bathroom... Read more
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
Nicols Estivale Octo-Fly C
The Nicols Estivale Octo-Fly C self-drive hire boat is the longest in the Nicols fleet and offers a superb sun-deck with an additional integrated... Read more
Le Boat Horizon 4 (8+1 – 13.5m)
The Horizon 4 sleeps up to 9 guests. It is the same length boat as the Horizon 3, but in this model the bow area has two double-bedded cabins. All... Read more
Le Boat Magnifique
The Magnifique is an ideal choice for parties up to 10. The four double cabins are set two at the bow and two at the stern to enhance privacy and... 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
Nicols Sixto Fly C
The Nicols Sixto Fly C self-drive hire boat has 3 double cabins for 6 persons, with a smart modern design for cabins, excellent shower-rooms and a... Read more
Le Boat Horizon 3 (6+1 – 13.5m)
The Horizon 3 has the same high specifications and quality finish as all other Horizon models. It has three double or twin-bedded cabins, all with... Read more
Locaboat Europa 600
An attractive and spacious boat with an excellent cabin arrangement for three couples. The layout provides great social areas for relaxing 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
Nicols Quattro Fly C
Go Green: cruise with this stylish electrically-powered self-drive hire boat The Nicols Quattro Fly C self-drive hire boat follows the highly... Read more
Nicols Estivale Sixto Prestige C
The Nicols Sixto Prestige C self-drive hire boat has 2 cabins for 4 persons, with a smart modern design for the master and twin-bed cabins, both... Read more
Le Boat Horizon 2 (4+1 – 11.5m)
A perfect boat for two couples or a small family with plenty of space inside and out, the Horizon 2S has two cabins with ensuite bathrooms. ... Read more
Locaboat Europa 400
An attractive and spacious boat with an excellent cabin arrangement for two couples, or a couple and two children. The layout provides great... Read more
Linssen 34.9 AC (Locaboat Fleet)
Linssen ‘9’ series boats are unusually complete, designed for maximum convenience and comfort. Thanks to their unusual chine-type hull,... 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
Le Boat Horizon 1 (2+2 – 11.5m)
The Horizon range (1, 2, 3 and 4) has been designed exclusively for Le Boat with couples and small families in mind. For those looking for a... Read more
