The best trips in lake and river to do in semi-rigid in France
Previously, we told you about our top 10 best destinations for a sea trip in a RIB in France.
But of course, these are not the only opportunities to sail in our country!
The lakes and rivers of France also offer a plethora of wonderful landscapes for a trip on a RIB.
So, if you're looking for places to cruise in fresh water, here's our selection of the 10 best lakes and rivers for scenic cruises in France.
1. The lake of Annecy
Located in Haute-Savoie, Lake Annecy is considered one of the most beautiful lakes in France. It is surrounded by mountains and offers a breathtaking view of the Alps. While sailing on the lake, you can discover picturesque villages and beautiful beaches.
2. The Dordogne
The Dordogne is a river famous for its medieval castles and historic villages. It crosses several departments in the southwest of France (Puy-de-Dôme, Cantal, Corrèze, Lot, Dordogne and Gironde), offering a varied landscape of forests, cliffs, vineyards and hills for a real trip back in time.
3. The lake of Serre-Ponçon
This artificial lake is located not far from the city of Gap, in the department of Hautes-Alpes, region PACA. Its crystal blue waters surrounded by mountains offer a spectacular view, as well as landscaped beaches and coves. Water activities including water skiing, wakeboarding and kitesurfing are of course also available!
4. The Canal du Midi
The Canal du Midi is a historic canal that crosses the Occitanie and PACA regions, passing through the mythical cities of Castelnaudary, Carcassonne, Narbonne and Toulouse. Lined with trees and picturesque villages, the Canal du Midi offers a charming landscape for a quiet cruise in the regions depicted in the works of Marcel Pagnol.
5. Lake Bourget
Located in Savoie and 18 kilometers long, the Lac du Bourget offers panoramic views of the Alps and the Hautecombe Abbey, with ideal temperatures for swimming in the summer (up to 26°!).
It also has a significant nautical offer, and you can practice: sailing, rowing, canoeing, rafting, fishing, diving, water skiing, wake-boarding ... from no less than 14 ports such as the inevitable city of Aix-les-Bains. Take advantage of this opportunity to make a detour to Chambéry!
6. The Verdon and the Lake of Sainte-Croix
Located in the south of France, straddling the departments of Var and Alpes de Haute Provence, the Verdon is a river with spectacular gorges and unique rock formations. The region is famous for its outdoor activities, including canoeing, kayaking and rafting.
7. The Lake of Gerardmer
The city of Gérardmer, famous for its film festival, is also famous for its lake! Located at an altitude of 660 meters, it covers 115 hectares, the largest freshwater lake in the Vosges. The lake is a supervised swimming area from June to September, and is a popular destination for fishermen in the region. You can also enjoy traditional water sports.
8. The Loire River
The longest river in France, the Loire flows through several regions, including Burgundy, Centre-Val de Loire and Pays de la Loire. It is lined with castles and historic villages, offering a picturesque landscape for a quiet cruise.
9. Lake Geneva
Located between France and Switzerland, Lake Geneva is the largest natural lake in Western Europe, and thus offers an unparalleled playground for RIB sailing. Unique in more than one way, navigation on Lake Geneva is different from other lakes and rivers in our country, as we discussed in our article on boat licenses. On the program, panoramic views of the mountains and their vineyards, and access to picturesque towns such as Thonon-les-Bains and Evian-les-Bains.
10. The Odet
Let's finish this top with a surprise, since for this last stop, we are going to Brittany! Because yes, if the region is full of wonders on the sea side, you can also sail inland on rivers such as the Odet.
Located in Finistère, this coastal river takes its source in the Black Mountains, and will make you travel to Quimper through the Stangala gorges, before flowing into the Atlantic at Bénodet.
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