Canal and River Maps

Excellent maps and information about navigating the canals and rivers of France is available from the French Waterways Authority -- the VNF (Voies Navigables de France). Maps are available from VNF regional offices, and many tourist offices near the waterways. Here are some of the regional VNF offices:

PARIS: 2, quai de Grenelle; 75732 PARIS Cedex 15
Tel: +33 1 40 58 29 99 (or from within France: 01 40 58 29 99)

NEVER: 2, rue des Patis; 58020 NEVERS
Tel: +33 3 86 71 71 71 (or from within France: 03 86 71 71 71)

LYON: 2, rue de la Quarantaine; 69321 LYON Cedex 05
Tel: +33 4 72 56 59 00 (or from within France: 04 72 56 59 00)

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See also the following web sites for more information about barges in other areas:
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http://www.BargesInScotland.com
http://www.BargesInIreland.com
http://www.BargesInHolland.com
http://www.BargesInGermany.com
http://www.BargesInItaly.com

This page last revised November 28, 2006

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