Our base in Decize
About Decize
From Decize, a journey north, will take you through the hilly countryside and pretty villages of the Nivernais Valley while historic and thriving Nevers lies just 6hrs to the west. Head south however and Decize puts you in the best place to explore the southern-most part of this cruising region where the towns are full of historic abbeys, cathedrals and museums – great for history buffs. Roanne is a delight to explore, perfect for a two week boating holiday!
From Decize it is:
- 51hrs (119 locks) to our base in Migennes
- 27hrs (70 locks) to our base in Tannay
What you get on the base
Facilities
- Toilets and showers - available when the base is open
- Wifi
Extras & options for your cruise
The following extras are available to prebook or purchase locally at this base. A reduced fee will apply to items that are prebooked. Please see 'Vacation Extras' for more details about each extra. Restrictions apply.
Practical extras
Early check-in & late check-out
Boat cleaning
Parking - (see 'Travel info' tab)
Car transfer (see 'Travel info' tab)
Eco cleaning pack
L.E.D. lantern
Top-deck cushions
Grocery packs
Wifi packs
Fun extras
Bike hire
Special occasion gift baskets
Gas barbecues
Opening hours
Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat: 9am – 5pm. Tue, Thu and Sun: 10am – 4pm | If there is no one at the base at a specific time during these hours, the phone number below will be diverted and an alternative number will also be displayed at the base.
Address
Le Boat Decize
Bassin de la Jonction
F - 58300 Decize
FranceTelephone
+33 (0) 386 254 664
Travel to Decize
By Train
Closest train stations:
- Decize: 3km
- Nevers: 32km
By Road
Be prepared
It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with local road rules and abide by them. Most European countries have a list of compulsory equipment that you must take with you. For example, there is a new legal requirement in France to carry a breathalyser, triangle & florescent jacket in your car. For driving advice and a list of the equipment you’ll need, please visit https://www.theaa.com/european-breakdown-cover/driving-in-europe
Parking
Secure parking available at the base (fees apply, pre-bookable) or unsecured parking (50 meters).
Rental car
Avis Location Voiture - Moulins : 4 Rue Philippe Thomas, 03000 Moulins (33 km)
Paris Orly: 269 km
By Air
Closest airports:
- Paris Orly: 269 km
- Paris Roissy Charles de Gaulle: 308 km (E15/A77)
- Paris Beauvais: 368 km
By Sea
To book a taxi to or from the base you can contact the number below.
Taxi Perrot (+33 (0) 386 687 515 | [email protected])
New Taxi Marg’ (+33 (0) 386 615 040)
Approximate price (4 passengers) from:
- Paris Orly Airport (ORY) 430€
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) 490€
- Nevers Train Station 65€
Arrival at Decize
For more details about:
- when to arrive at our bases
- what to expect when you arrive
- how to prepare for check-in
- what happens on your final day when you return your boat
visit our 'arrivals' page.
Local info
Payment Means
Please note that payment of fuel, deposit & any extras booked and paid locally are required in the local currency of the base. Our bases accept Visa & Mastercard, but not American Express.
Hotels
Port de Decize – Tel. +33 (0) 373 150 000
Hôtel de l’Agriculture – Tel. +33 (0) 386 250 53
Restaurants
Le Petit Agité – Tel. +33 (0) 386 252 227
L'Auberge des Feuillats - Tel. +33 (0) 386 250 519
Pizzeria Saint Just - Tel. +33 (0) 386 254 226
De L'Agriculture - Tel. +33 (0) 386 250 538
Shops
In Decize town centre, 5-10 minutes from the base, you will find a number of shops plus the local supermarket (Intermarché 300m). Monday - Thursday: 09:00 - 12:15 14:30 - 19:15 Friday - Saturday: 09:00 - 19:15 Sunday: 09:00 - 12:00
Local market
Friday morning
Fishing
A fishing license is required, which you can buy it at Decize harbor. Price: € 30
Tourist Info
Place Champ de Foire,
58300,
Decize Tel - +33 (0) 386 252 723
Electric car charging points
Decize Intermarché (500 meters from the base)