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L'Anjou -  Drifting by the Chateaux Just a few hours from Paris discover l'Anjou, reputed for its agreeable way of life, its gastronomy, its castles and abbeys. From Sable - The river Sarthe is a calm and nonchalant river meandering through verdant countryside dotted with picturesque villages. There are very few locks along its reaches, so it's ideal for novices. Don't miss the most elegant castle of Plessis Bourre, the imposing Benedictine Abbey of Solesmes, Malicorne, capital of artistic porcelain and the older part of Le Mans town. From Grez - Discover la Mayenne, dotted with small villages, manor houses, castles and old mills clinging to the river's hillside. Make a stop at Angers, King Rene's city, beneath the town a vast web of caves ages the famous wines. Visit the Abbey at Entrammes and the famous cheeses of Port Salut. In the town of Laval there is the Naive Art Museum which is well worth a visit. The Oudon river near Grez-Neuville will also bring you calmness and don't miss the stud farm in the Lion d'Angers.     The Attractions: Locks are open all year round Numerous riverside villages Waterways devoted entirely to pleasure cruising       Relatively few locks Mild climate Varied Countryside Little traffic Our cruise boats are located in the cities shown in red white center on the map: Click on Grez-Neuville or Sable Sur Sarthe on the map to discover the cruising possibilities and the type boats from each boating center. CLICK HERE FOR CURRENT SEASONAL DISCOUNTS: Our cruise suggestions from Grez-Neuville Access - Less than 2 hours from Paris by TGV (High speed train) to Angers (Grez-Neuville is 10 miles north of Angers). Sable has its own TGV station. By automobile it is just off of the A11 motorway. 2 Weeks - Grez-Neuville to Le Mans to Laval and return 1 Week - Grez-Neuville to Laval to Segre and return Mini-week - Grez-Neuville to Entrammes and return 2 Day Weekend - Grez-Neuville to Chateau Gontier and return One Way - Possible between Grez-Neuville and Sable Sur Sarthe  (navigation time 11 hours for 1 week or 1 mini-week) Our fleet from Grez-Neuville: (click here for boat prices)  R 1130 - N 900 - N 1000 - N 1010 - N 1100 - N 1170 - N 1310 - DUO Click here to view the cutaway layout diagrams and sleeping arrangements and technical details of our boats. Our cruise suggestions from Sable Sur Sarthe Access - Less than 2 hours from Paris by TGV to the Sable Sur Sarthe station.  By automobile it is just off of the A11 motorway. 2 Weeks - Sable - Laval - Le Mans and return 1 Week - Sable to Fille to Cheffes and return.   Mini Week - Sable to Malicorne to Cheffes and return.  2 Day Weekend - Sable to Malicorne and return One Way - Possible between Sable Sur Sarthe and Grez-Neuville (navigation time 11 hours for 1 week or 1 mini-week) Our fleet from Suce sur Sable Sur Sarthe: (click here for boat prices) R 920 - R 1130 -  N 800 - N 900 - N 1000 - N 1100 - N 1160 -  N 1170 - N 1300 - N 1310 - N 1350-  DUO Click here to view the cutaway layout diagrams and sleeping arrangements and technical details of our boats. OUR FLEET IN L'ANJOU: Estivale Series includes:  Estivale Duo Estivale Series - This is a new range of boats offering a perfect compromise between the existing Sedan and Grand Confort series. The large aft terrace is on the same deck level as the lounge area (which is part of the success of the Sedan series). In addition to the stern gates, two extra side gates facilitate access to the terrace from either side of the boat, facilities which will be most appreciated when mooring. The galley area conserves a high standard of equipment for  a 2/4 - berth boat, whilst the forward cabin and shower room are spacious and comfortable. Outdoor life has not been left aside, a stairway molded into the hull enables access to the flying bridge, and the bridge controls fold away for maximum comfort. The forward bow terrace, greatly appreciate on the Grand confort range, has again been retained for outdoor snacks or lunches. Finally the height of refinement, the aft terrace has a sun awning, a saloon table with chairs, a shower and bathing ladder for these tempted by a swim! Without doubt the Duo will charm you for your next cruise along the waterways. Sedan Series includes: N 1000 -  N 1160-  N 1170 - N 1300 - N 1310 Sedan Series - An exclusive series with accommodations for from 2 to 12 people...A concept unequalled in the field of pleasure boating: The success lies in the superb  saloon with its panoramic views, a vast sliding door to the rear of the saloon leading to an enjoyable sedan terrace with its overhead sun canopy under which you can enjoy your mid-day meals. The double steering position finishes the Captain's isolation at the helm. The crew is all together in this most agreeable concept. Grand Confort Series includes: N 900 - N 1100 - N 1350 Grand Confort Series - The latest concept from our boatyard with accommodations for 2 to 10 people. The Grand Confort provides comfortable and spacious cabins with  headroom below deck around 6 feet 6 inches. Each cabin has its own bathroom/WC. Easy and safe access to the fore terrace (the gangway is molded into the hull deck).  Aft steps lead to the roof solarium... privacy is respected offering maximum comfort for a crew of 2, 3, or 4 members depending upon the type of boat chosen. Riviera-Marina Series includes: R 920 - R1130 Riviera - Marina Series - An earlier design from our boatyard, these boats are  renowned  for their maneuverability. Ideal for a first cruise... they provide comfortable cabins, a saloon  with overhead sliding roof so that you may lunch under the sun...  and ideal compromise of comfort on board at attractive prices.   Click here to view the cutaway layout diagrams and sleeping arrangements and technical details of our boats. PRICING PERIODS BY SEASON GREEN - 24 March to 27 April & 15 September to 3 November YELLOW - 30 June to 13 July & 25 to 31 August BLUE - 28 April to 29 June & 1 September to 14 September PINK - 14 July to 24 August ORANGE - 21 July to 17 August. The Orange price period applies only to the bases of south France originating in Bouzies, Buzet, Bram, le Somail, and Bellegarde. Rental Periods and Extra Charges: Week: Departure between 4 and 6 p.m. return between 8 and 9 a.m. Mini Week: From Monday 2 p.m. to Friday 9 a.m. or from Tuesday 2 p.m. to Saturday 9 a.m. Weekend: From Friday 4 p.m. to Sunday 5 p.m. Pool Optional: Available only for "N" series of boats (except N 800). A permit is required to rent a pool if sailing on N1300, N1310, N1350, and N1350 VIP models. One week = 7 nights. Where your holiday overlaps two seasonal periods, the price is calculated according to the number of days falling in each period. Lubz & Lychen (Germany): There is a $115 charge per booking for the boats with the stem propeller The River Lot (Departure from Bouzies): A shorter season, inclement river conditions and additional supervision cause prices for this region to be slightly higher than in others. There is a $115 supplement per boat. Click here for complete pricing details of our boats.                                         back to top 2007 BOAT RENTAL PRICES BY SEASON CLICK HERE FOR CURRENT SEASONAL DISCOUNTS: 2007 BOAT PRICES ARE IN U.S. DOLLARS Boat Style Number Week Xtra Day Mini Week Week End 2 Days Week End 3 Days Week End 4 Days Week Xtra Day Mini Week Week End 2 Days Week End 3 Days Week End 4 Days Week Xtra Day Week Xtra Day Week Xtra Day N800 $1123 160 696 562 786 899 1348 193 835 674 943 1078 1468 210 1694 242 1728 247 N900 $1786 255 1108 893 1250 1429 2143 306 1329 1071 1500 1714 2336 334 2692 385 2748 393 N1000 $1977 282 1226 988 1384 1581 2373 339 1471 1186 1661 1898 2586 369 2981 426 3042 435 N1010 $2175 311 1349 1088 1523 1740 2611 373 1619 1306 1828 2089 2845 407 3280 469 3348 478 N1020 $2175 311 1349 1088 1523 1740 2611 373 1619 1306 1828 2089 2846 407 3280 469 3348 478 N1100 $2511 359 1557 1255 1757 2008 3013 430 1868 1507 2109 2411 3283 469 3786 541 3862 552 N1150 $2273 325 1410 1137 1591 1819 2728 390 1691 1364 1909 2182 2973 425 3428 490 3497 500 N1160 $2273 325 1410 1137 1591 1819 2728 390 1691 1364 1909 2182 2973 425 3428 490 3497 500 N1170 $2539 363 1574 1269 1777  2031 3046 435 1888 1523 2132 2437 3320 474 3828 547 3906 558 N1300 $2762 395 1712 1381 1933 2210 3314 473 2055 1657 2320 2651 3611 516 4163 595 4249 607 N1310 $3047 435 1889 1524 2133 2438 3658 523 2268 1829 2561 2926 3987 570 4595 856 4690 670 N1350 $3316 474 2056 1658 2321 2653 3979 568 2467 1989 2785 3183 4337 620 5000 714 5102 729 N1350VIP $3387 484 2100 1693 2371 2709 4064 581 2520 2032 2845 3251 4429 633 5106 729 5210 744 R750 $1038 148 644 519 727 830 1245 178 772 623 872 996 1356 194 1565 224 1596 228 R920 $1383 198 858 692 968 1106 1660 237 1029 830 1162 1328 1809 258 2086 298 2129 304 R1120 $1752 250 1086 876 1227 1402 2103 300 1304 1052 1472 1682 2292 327 2643 378 2697 385 R1130 $1752 250 1086 876 1227 1402 2103 300 1304 1052 1472 1682 2292 327 2643 378 2697 385 DUO $1849 264 1146 924 1294 1479 2218 317 1375 1109 1553 1774 2417 345 2787 398 2844 406 QUATTRO $2364 338 1466 1182 1655 1891 2218 317 1375 1109 1553 1774 2417 345 2787 398 2844 406 POOL $274 39 170 137 192 219 329 47 204 165 231 264 358 51 413 59 422 60 ALL EXTRAS PRICED BELOW ARE IN US $ and Euros € (Dollar prices shown are estimates based on $1.30 per Euro - US Dollar rates subject to change with exchange rate change.) Extras: (All charges listed below are payable at base port in Euros) Bike hire: $37/€ 28 per week payable at the base Car park/Garage: From $20 to $59/€ 15 to € 45  per week payable at the base Pets: $37/€ 28  payable at the base One-way supplement: One week $140/€ 107. This does not include transfers of vehicles or passengers Supplement in Germany for boats equipped with rear propeller = $115 Supplement on river Lot = $115 Charts = $26/€ 20 per region. Charts can be ordered at the time of reservation for delivery prior to departure. Charge for final cleaning = $195/€ 150 (This charge can be avoided if boat is returned in clean condition.) Deposit: 800€  per boat (except N800 & N750 = 630€) and 150€  for cleaning deposit (except N800 & N750 = 120€). It covers the insurance franchise, loss of hire and boat cleaning if this has not been done. This sum will be repaid to you at the end of your cruise if the boat and its equipment are brought back clean, in good condition and undamaged, at the time and place agreed on. Insurance is described more fully in our general rental conditions, please ask for the application form. Consumable Forfeit: All of the consumables (oils, diesel oil, gas...) used during your stay are included in this forfeit. When you set off the tank will have been filled, giving you self sufficiency for 10 to 14 days (depending on the type of boat). All our cruisers are fitted with a meter which is read on your departure and on your return. The number of hours of engine fuel use will be invoiced according go the rate displayed at the bas (More or less 15 to 30€ per day) Prices Include:  Boat Hire Boat Equipment, crockery and linen Boat Insurance Technical help available 7 days a week Logbook Prices Do Not Include: Fuel, gas and other consumables will be charged to the hirer at the relevant hourly rate. Bike hire Garage or car park Insurance (Optional: Cost is according to the policy chosen) Navigation maps Final cleaning Security deposit Extra charge for pets Discounts: 10% off of your second and following weeks 5% off for 2 boats or more Special discount for 1 couple + 1 child on a N900 = 10% These offers are non cumulative and may not be combined One Way Cruises: One way cruises may be subject to unforeseen circumstances which can impede their operation. A one way cruise as well as its direction are only confirmed 48 hours before departure
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