Country Map France Picardie / Somme
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Base/Marina: Cappy
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Area information
The Somme leads through a well-preserved natural landscape. The singing of birds and beautiful gardens delight the ears and eyes. Picardy passes the interesting cities with a Flemish flair. Gothic churches and abbeys transformed in the time of the Middle Ages. The following is a selection of suggested routes.
Suggested routes
1 week round trip Cappy / St-Valéry / Cappy: 214 km, 32 locks, 40 h journey time approx. Downstream passing the 'floating gardens' to get to Amiens, one of the oldest cities in France. A trip to the archaeological park Samara should not be missed. St-Valéry is ideal for shopping and an unforgetable walk in the Bay of the Somme at low tide.
1 week round trip
Cappy / Compiègne / Cappy: 175 km, 24 locks, 31 h journey time approx. Upstream takes you past picturesque towns such as St-Quentin. In Noyon Charles the Great was crowned. Picardy is the birthplace of Gothic architecture.
Driving conditions:
For the boats of our partners, you need no license. A detailed briefing is done on the spot.
Arrival:
Lille Airport, Paris. If you arrive by train or plane, we can organize a transfer to your departure base. Prices upon request.