6-hour itinerary

Go on a cruise to explore an exceptional environment and with peace of mind on electric, licence-free boats!

If you have free time for a day navigation, you will leave from our base on the Meaux beach, sail along the Pâtis natural park, cross the “Moulin de Poincy” and the “Auberge de Gonfalon”, continue your trip on the Marne river, then pass in front of the state-owned forest of Montceaux upto the lock at Villers lès Rigault where you will turn back after 20 kms of peachful navigation.

The Marne at Meaux

What you can do :

This day trip will be an original activity with your friends. An original green getaway to experience with your family, friends or beloved one during holidays or weekends. These 6 hours of boat rental in Meaux near Paris give you the possibility to take an aperitif or picnic hamper on board the boats. Taste some French home products that Marin D’eau Douce will prepare for you! Order at the Captain’s Guinguette (see the page) refreshments, french sausage, tapas and terrines that we have selected. Furthermore, the chef will delight you with his savoury and sweet crêpes, charcuterie and cheese boards.

The Marne, a green bower to discover by boat

Stop at the « Guinguette des Canotiers » and enjoy a well-deserved lunch on the terrace on the waterside of the Marne. You will quickly feel rested. Renting a boat in Meaux, 30 minutes from Paris is so easy. Just let go and relax after hard weeks of work. With Marin D’eau Douce holidays are on the water. No need to go far away from the Ile de France region, the change of scenery is guaranteed.

A change of scenery along the Marne River

Then with your boat you pass in front of small isles. The first small isle is situated as the level of Trilport. Stay away from the banks. 3 kms further, you will discover a big isle in front of you, the Isle Françon. It is totally wooded and is 1 km long. It’s forbidden to moor there.

Rich and diverse landscapes on the Marne

Ask the Marin D’eau Douce captains the best spots to go to with your boat, they will be happy to show you the way.

To make this cruise even more fun, we offer as an option: petanque games and Mölkky games. What a better way playing petanque with your family or friends before going back on board.

The Marne River is peaceful by boat

Must see

Back to the port, moor your electric boat, without licence at the Marin D’eau Douce base and go and discover the Pâtis natural Park and its many outdoor activities : walking, cycling, horse riding, fishing, sports courses.

With your boat, stop at the “Guinguette des Canotiers” and enjoy the menus, music and the dance floor before going back sailing.

A trip on the Marne River with an electric, licence-free boat

Go and stroll in a green environment. You will see the “Moulin de Poincy” that offers an exclusive setting with its authentic charm.

Further, admire the beautiful deck, in the shade of the lime trees of the gastronomic inn “L’Auberge du Gonfalon”.

Our itinerary will allow you to discover the charming landscapes of the Seine et Marne upto the lock of the Isle les Meldeuses.

At your return, you can also have a walk and see the wildlife in the forest of Montceaux les Meaux and its magnificent oaks.

The lock at the isle « les Meldeuses »