An iconic aqueduct
A memorable landmark to explore on foot as well as during your cruise.
Burgundy • Licence-free boating
Boat hire in Briare
Set off from Briare for a cruise through the Loire Valley’s landscapes and waterway heritage. From its celebrated aqueduct to peaceful towpaths, each stop offers another reason to slow down.
No licence requiredIntroduction before departure
At your own paceTime afloat and time ashore
Short break or longer escapeSubject to boat and availability
Your starting point
Why start in Briare ?
The Canal de Briare
Head towards Rogny-les-Sept-Écluses and its historic locks, depending on your holiday length.
The Loire Valley
Heading south, the Canal latéral à la Loire leads towards the landscapes around Sancerre.
Enjoy the journey
Ideas for your cruise
Rogny-les-Sept-Écluses
Briare → Rogny-les-Sept-Écluses → Briare
36 km · 36 locks · ≈ 12 h
Return route. Approximate cruising time.
Plan this route →Rogny → Châtillon-Coligny
Briare → Rogny → Châtillon-Coligny → Briare
60 km · 48 locks · ≈ 16 h
Return route. Approximate cruising time.
Plan this route →Sancerre → Marseilles-lès-Aubigny
Briare → Sancerre → Marseilles-lès-Aubigny → Briare
146 km · 38 locks · ≈ 30 h
Return route. Approximate cruising time.
Plan this route →Before you board
Make the holiday your own
Choose your pace
Distance is only part of the journey: locks and stops take time too. Leave room to enjoy each place and adapt your route to navigation conditions.
Find your boat
Consider cabin numbers, your crew and preferred comfort level to choose a boat that suits your holiday.
Prepare for arrival
Your holiday documents confirm the meeting point and arrival times. Before departure, the team introduces the boat, handling and navigation instructions.
Find your bearings
Your cruise on the map
Your questions
Planning your cruise
Do I need a boating licence?
No, the boats offered can be hired without a boating licence. An introduction helps you get familiar with the boat before starting your cruise.
How long should I go for?
A short break offers a first taste of the area around your base. A week leaves more time for stops. Duration and route depend on availability and your preferred pace.
Are the suggested routes guaranteed?
Routes are suggestions. Waterway conditions and operating hours may require changes; the team can help you plan before departure.
Looking for another starting point?
Other bases in the region
Digoin
Canal du Centre · Canal latéral à la Loire · Canal de Roanne à Digoin
Discover the base
Mailly-le-Château
Canal du Nivernais · Yonne
Discover the base
Pontailler-sur-Saône
Saône · Petite Saône
Discover the base
Louhans
Seille · Saône
Discover the base
Châtillon-en-Bazois
Canal du Nivernais
Discover the base