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With over 50 years of experience and expertise, we're passionate about providing unbeatable vacations on the water. Boat

World’s largest fleet

We have more river and canal boats available than any other operator, available to hire between April and October. Our wide range of boats sleeps between 2-12 people. Life buoy

No boat licence required

That's right! You can rent and captain your own boat for a short break (3 nights minimum), a week or longer. We'll show you everything you need to know before you set off.
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Our base in Decize

Bassin de la Jonction, 58300 Decize
Nivernais & Loire

About Decize

From Decize, a journey north, will take you through the hilly countryside and pretty villages of the Nivernais Valley while historic and thriving Nevers lies just 6hrs to the west. Head south however and Decize puts you in the best place to explore the southern-most part of this cruising region where the towns are full of historic abbeys, cathedrals and museums – great for history buffs. Roanne is a delight to explore, perfect for a two week boating vacation!

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From Decize it is:

  • 51hrs (119 locks) to our base in Migennes
  • 27hrs (70 locks) to our base in Tannay

View our Decize base on Google Maps

What you get on the base

Facilities

  • Toilets and showers – available when the base is open
  • Wifi

Extras & options for your cruise

The following extras are available to prebook or purchase locally at this base. A reduced fee will apply to items that are prebooked. Please see ‘Holiday Extras‘ for more details about each extra. Restrictions apply.

Practical extras

  • Early check-in & late check-out
  • Boat cleaning
  • Parking – (see ‘Travel info‘ tab)
  • Car transfer (see ‘Travel info‘ tab)
  • Eco cleaning pack
  • L.E.D. lantern
  • Top-deck cushions
  • Grocery packs
  • Wifi packs

Fun extras

  • Bike hire
  • Special occasion gift baskets
  • Gas barbecues

Travel to Decize

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By Train

Closest train stations:

  • Decize: 3km
  • Nevers: 32km

By Road

Be prepared

 It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with local road rules and abide by them. Most European countries have a list of compulsory equipment that you must take with you. For example, there is a new legal requirement in France to carry a breathalyser, triangle & florescent jacket in your car. For driving advice and a list of the equipment you’ll need, please visit https://www.theaa.com/european-breakdown-cover/driving-in-europe

Parking

Secure parking available at the base (fees apply, pre-bookable) or unsecured parking (50 meters).

Rental car 

Avis Location Voiture – Moulins : 4 Rue Philippe Thomas, 03000 Moulins (33 km)

Paris Orly: 269 km 

By Air

Closest airports:

  • Paris Orly: 269 km
  • Paris Roissy Charles de Gaulle: 308 km (E15/A77)
  • Paris Beauvais: 368 km

By Sea

Closest port(s):

  • Caen (504km)
  • St Malo (560km)
  • Calais (563km)
  • Cherbourg (630km)

Book your ferry to France today with our partners Direct Ferries.

Arrival at Decize

For more details about:

  • when to arrive at our bases
  • what to expect when you arrive 
  • how to prepare for check-in
  • what happens on your final day when you return your boat

visit our ‘arrivals‘ page.

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