Discovery cruise
Tourist transport, Boat trips

Discovery cruise

  • Duration: 1 hour

Named after the most famous sailor of the Loire "Vent d'Travers", this toue cabanée is the first traditional boat accommodation in the Loire.

About us

Boat launched in May 2014, created and designed by Drew Lamneck, American naval designer-carpenter (Lamneck boats) now based in Saumur, the "Vent d'travers", named in a nod to the most emblematic mariner of Loire Saumurois, is the ideal boat for an unusual stay in Saumur but also for trips in small groups (up to 12 people) between Saumur and Montsoreau, Gennes or Thoureil. Picnics, aperitifs, gourmet lunches or dinners, all the formulas can be studied!
Live magical moments along the Loire, aboard the "Vent d'travers"!
On reservation only.

Brands & Labels
Trademarks & labels | Vineyards and discoveries
Trademarks & labels | Vineyards and discoveries

Pratical information

Working Languages
  • French
  • English
Services Customer support / booking
  • Mandatory reservation
  • Privatizable
Equipments Parking
  • Parking nearby
Activities on site Tourist transport
  • Boat trips
Age
  • Minimum age: 5 years
  • Maximum age: 15 years old
Roaming Information
  • Duration: 1 hour
Adapted tourism criteria
  • Adapted services for hearing loss
  • Wheelchair accessible with assistance

Prices

From: 02 / 01 / 24 To: 30 / 12 / 24
  • Adult - The variation in the price depends on the navigation time and the service requested (with or without meals). 20 € to 100 €
  • Payment Methods: Cheque, Cash, Transfer

Duration:

From: 02 / 01 / 24 To: 30 / 12 / 24
  • Monday :
    open
  • Tuesday :
    open
  • Wednesday :
    open
  • Thursday :
    open
  • Friday :
    open
  • On Saturday:
    open
  • Sunday:
    open

During the summer period, opening hours may be extended until nightfall.

Exceptional closure(s): January 1, December 25, Dec 31, 2020

Contact information

8 Quai du Marronnier
49400 Saumur