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Cruising the European Inland Waterways of France, Belgium, Netherlands and Germany

Discover the magic of cruising Europe’s inland waterways A “From the Helm” Haven Knox-Johnston webinar, in partnership with ‪@CruisingAssociation‬ Have you ever dreamed of cruising through the heart of Europe, exploring historic cities, picturesque villages, and breathtaking landscapes—all from the comfort of your own boat? Watch the recording of our webinar with experts from the European Inland Waterways Section of the Cruising Association who share their first-hand knowledge of navigating these stunning waterways. Whether you’re considering an inland cruise for the first time in France, Netherlands, Belgium or Germany; or looking to find out more about transiting to the Med or Baltic, this in-depth session is packed with valuable insights, practical tips, and real-life advice to help you plan. Why cruise the European inland waterways? • What makes inland cruising so different from sea sailing? • The top reasons sailors cruise the canals and rivers. • The hidden benefits of cruising away from the open sea. • How you can transit to the Med or the Baltic via the inland waterways Choosing the right boat • What size and type of boat is best for European waterways? • How to modify a sailing yacht for inland cruising. • What’s the best setup for comfort, fuel efficiency, and manoeuvrability? • What essential items do you need to have on board? What are the best routes? • Which are some of the easiest and most scenic routes • How to transit from the UK to the Med without crossing the Bay of Biscay. • The standing mast route and how to reach the Baltic. • What are some of the most beautiful and historic towns you can cruise right into. How to handle locks, bridges & tunnels • Step-by-step guidance on navigating different types of locks. • How to moor up safely and avoid damage. • Dealing with low bridges and tunnels—what you need to know. Rules, regulations & entry requirements • What paperwork do you need for cruising European waterways? • What qualifications are required for cruising the French, Dutch, German and Belgian inland waterways? • Extending your stay beyond 90 days in France via a visa • The latest updates on European immigration, visa and travel policies. What does it cost? • How much does it cost compared to keeping your boat in a UK marinas • Mooring fees—how much does it cost to moor on the French, German, Dutch and Belgian waterways? • What does it cost for winter storage? Restocking your boat • Tips on filling up with water, fuel and changing your gas bottles • Tips on restocking your cupboards • How to pump out your holding tank 00:00 // Introduction 04:26 // What are the attractions of cruising the European Inland Waterways? 05:05 // What experience do I need to charter a boat on the European Inland Waterways? 05:49 // Why would you take your boat on the European Inland Waterways? 06:31 // How to sail transit to the Mediterranean via the French inland waterways on your boat 06:37 // What is the inland routes to transit through France to the Mediterranean on your boat 07:20 // What is the maximum draft and air draft to transit my boat to the Med through France? 07:30 // How long does it take to transit to the Med through the French inland waterways? 07:47 // How to transit your boat from Calais to Port St-Louis in the Mediterranean 08:09 // Transiting your boat from St Valery to Port St-Louis in the Med 08:32 // Taking you boat from La Havre to the Mediterranean on the French inland waterways 11:16 // Taking your boat to the Baltic via the Dutch and German inland waterways 12:20 // How long does it take to transit through Holland and Germany to the Baltic on your boat? 14:13 // What are the best things to see when cruising the European Inland Waterways? 20:48 // What kind of boat can you take on the European Inland Waterways? 27:03 // Where to find out more about cruising the European Inland Waterways 31:11 // What qualifications and experience do I need to cruise the European Inland Waterways 33:22 // What are the rules and regulations of sailing on the European Inland Waterways? 38:43 // What are the entry requirements when sailing the European Inland Waterways? 43:11 // How do you prepare your boat for cruising on the European Inland Waterways? 52:30 // What navigation tools do you need to cruise the European Inland Waterways? 57:11 // What is it like navigating the European Inland Waterways? 01:02:54 // Navigating locks on the European Inland Waterways 01:10:47 // How to go through tunnels when cruising the European Inland Waterways 01:12:59 // What moorings are available when cruising the European Inland Waterways 01:16:30 // How do you restock supplies when cruising the European Inland Waterways? 01:20:40 // What does it cost to cruise the European Inland Waterways? Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VAbo...