Come and discover the colours of autumn aboard a Pénichette® – no experience or licence necessary!
Indian summer offer
Autumn is just around the corner, and with it comes a host of brilliant colors. Picture yourself at the helm of your license-free Pénichette®, listening to the sound of the water, a leaf blowing in the wind, as the last rays of sun warm the landscape. Only the giggles of your family will disturb the peaceful calm of your Locaboat cruise. Come and try the late-season experience, far from the crowds of the high season, for private moments when time flows at your own pace…
Until October 31, take advantage of 25% off all cruises booked between September 01 and October 31, 2023 (end of season may vary according to departure base).
Offer valid on:
- All destinations
- All boats
- For stays of one week minimum
- 20% off on our short breaks
* Indian summer offer valid for all firm bookings between 17/07 and 31/10 for a stay between 01/09 and the end of the season. Offer cannot be combined with our promotional or permanent offers and is not retroactive. Offer valid on all boats and all destinations.
discover Our top destinations for your cruise in Autumn
Discover our top destinations for your houseboat holiday in autumn. The hardest part will be choosing between all these beautiful rivers and canals!
Canal du Midi & Camargue
The Camargue and the Canal du Midi boat-hire routes present a dazzling show throughout the whole length of your french cruise, with famous listed sites dotted along the way, in the heart of an extraordinary ecosystem.
Burgundy Nivernais & Loire
A cruise in the Burgundy Nivernais area, along the Burgundy or Nivernais canals in France, promises effortless boating holidays in complete comfort on your no-license Pénichette®.
Alsace & Ardennes
Canal boat holidays in Alsace Lorraine & Ardennes take you from the historic homeland of Rimbaud to surprising areas of wilderness.
South West
Boating holidays in the South West of France will appeal to foodies, wine connoisseurs and fans of rugby (a real cult).
Bourgogne Saône
Boating holidays in the Burgundy Saône Franche Comté area provide the ideal way to explore a unique waterways region. Rent a boat on the majestic Saône, one of the most beautiful rivers in France, for a gentle cruise on a self-drive boat, with no license needed.
Netherlands
The Dutch are just as passionate about boats as they are about cycling – and there’s no wonder.
Why choose Locaboat?
Locaboat Holidays has been the industry specialist for boating holidays and waterways cruises since 1977. Inventor of the Pénichette®, Locaboat is as famous for the friendliness and quality of its customer service as for the comfort and easy handling of its boats. When you rent a boat from Locaboat, you’ll benefit from the advice of local experts who are passionate about boating and will do their utmost to make sure you enjoy a wonderful holiday.
More than 200 routes throughout Europe
1.4 million customers since 1977
97% of our customers would recommend us
More than 40 years of expertise to draw on