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Charente Getaway

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Charente Getaway

Board a license-free boat in Saintes for a cruise towards Jarnac ⚓ Boat rental Saintes: ✓Saintes ✓Cognac

Départ

Saintes

Arrivée

Saintes

Via

Jarnac

From

750€

from 26/10/26 to 31/10/26 on Pénichette Premium+ 2/4 Pers.

The must-sees
Our tips for your cruise

Saintes: historical capital of Saintonge

Saintes: historical capital of Saintonge

Located in the heart of Roman Saintonge, on one of the oldest routes of France, Saintes tells two thousand years of history.

Discover the historical heritage of Cognac

Discover the historical heritage of Cognac

A visit to Cognac, capital of the eponymous spirit, unveils prestigious houses like Hennessy and Martell, as well as the Cognac Arts Museum and Royal Château, birthplace of King Francis I — a rich cultural immersion.

Jarnac, known as the land of François Mitterrand

Jarnac, known as the land of François Mitterrand

On the left bank of Jarnac, the impressive white-stone Braastad house is reflected in the Charente River. Those interested in contemporary French history can visit the birthplace of François Mitterrand, a local son who became President of the Republic.

The itinerary
The steps of your cruise

Jarnac

Jarnac

The cellars of a major cognac house to discover the secrets of this iconic spirit. A guided tour is a must for any visitor to the Charente. From boat or quay, try your luck catching black bass and pike,don't forget your fishing license!

Jarnac

Votre itinéraire, en Charente

Pricing and Availability

Pricing and Availability

Departure on Saturday: minimum 7 days. For short stays: departure on Monday or Friday Remember to provide details of your crew to benefit from additional discounts. Please note: 1 May is a public holiday in France and, exceptionally, all locks will be closed on that day.

Routes	Boats

Castles and Towns of the Saale

Germany / Saale Valley

Castles and Towns of the Saale - 5 nights

Departure : Bernburg

Arrival : Bernburg

Round trip

5 nights

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History, Nature and Heritage

Germany / Saale Valley

History, Nature and Heritage - 10 nights

Departure : Bernburg

Arrival : Bernburg

Round trip

10 nights

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History and Nature in the Heart of the Saale

Germany / Saale Valley

History and Nature in the Heart of the Saale - 7 nights

Departure : Bernburg

Arrival : Bernburg

Round trip

7 nights

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Castles and Vineyards of the Saale

Germany / Saale Valley

Castles and Vineyards of the Saale - 7 nights

Departure : Bernburg

Arrival : Bernburg

Round trip

7 nights

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From Vineyards to Wild Rivers

Hungary / Tokaj

From Vineyards to Wild Rivers - 3 nights

Departure : Tokaj

Arrival : Tokaj

Round trip

3 nights

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Royal Wines and Calm Rivers

Hungary / Tokaj

Royal Wines and Calm Rivers - 5 nights

Departure : Tokaj

Arrival : Tokaj

Round trip

5 nights

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Journey on the Bodrog and the Tisza

Hungary / Tokaj

Journey on the Bodrog and the Tisza - 10 nights

Departure : Tokaj

Arrival : Tokaj

Round trip

10 nights

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Wild Bodrog and Secret Tisza

Hungary / Tokaj

Wild Bodrog and Secret Tisza - 7 nights

Departure : Tokaj

Arrival : Tokaj

Round trip

7 nights

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Between Vineyards and Warm Waters

Hungary / Tokaj

Between Vineyards and Warm Waters - 7 nights

Departure : Tokaj

Arrival : Kisköre

One-way

7 nights

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Beaches, Spas and Hungarian Vineyards

Hungary / Tisza

Beaches, Spas and Hungarian Vineyards - 7 nights

Departure : Kisköre

Arrival : Tokaj

One-way

7 nights

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The departure
Getting to the departure base

Approximately 2 km km from Saintes train station

Approximately 130 km km from the airport

Close to the Bordeaux Airport

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