Through the French Canals--Ninth Edition (Paperback)

by Philip Bristo (Author), David Jefferson (Author), Philip Bristow (Author) "Of the four main routes, Bourgogne involves the most locks, but for those crews with plenty of time and energy, the Canal de Bourgogne offers..." (more)
Key Phrases: Halte Nautique, Port de Plaisance, Navigations Km Locks Towns (more...)

Editorial Reviews

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'A must for yachtsmen wishing to use the French inland waterway system...a fascinating read.' Yachting Monthly --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description
Through the French Canals has probably tempted more people to explore the beautiful waterways of France than any other publication. Now in its ninth edition, this comprehensive guide includes new photographs and practical information on local facilities, distances, heights and depths. It will be invaluable to anyone planning a cruise on the French waterways or a passage from the English Channel through to the Mediterranean.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Sheridan House; 9th edition (January 15, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0713649216
• ISBN-13: 978-0713649215
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #954,189 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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48 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Through the French Canals, March 21, 2002

By	Caryn Lawson "caryn giles lawson" (san jose, ca USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Although very detailed, this book is geared more toward those taking frequent or extended trips on the canals of France. It's also aimed at boat owners (primarily those coming from Great Britain)as opposed to vacation boat renters. The detail is more on the navigation end of things. I guess I was looking for something geared more for the casual tourist who rents a boat for a week or so and needs details on towns, shops and services along the canals.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A thoroughly "user friendly" guide for vacationers, July 25, 2003

By	Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Through the French Canals (Paperback)

Now in its tenth edition which is revised by David Jefferson, Through The French Canals by Philip Bristow deftly describes and accessibly illustrates 39 scenic routes through waterways ranging from the English Channel to the Mediterranean. Weather information, Hatles and ports de plaisance, waterway signals, recommend-ations for suitable boats, information on locks, the cost of living, cruiser hire, even French vocabularies and conversion tables, fill the pages of this informative and thoroughly "user friendly" guide for vacationers and boaters looking to enjoy a grand ride along the inland waterways of France.