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Join me in my boat to cruise the inland waterways of France

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  2025 

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  • Description

    Description

    Retired single male English boat owner (78) who spends six months each year cruising in France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany.
    Expecting to cruise south from Toul to Chalon sur Saone in April 26.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Teaching
    DIY and building projects
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Interests

    Interests

    Politics / Social justice
    Technology
    Languages
    Music
    History
    Books
    Cooking & food
    Architecture
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I have over 40 yrs experience in leisure/tourism management, a wide range of practical, mechanical and boating skills and still remember some of my 1950's grammar school English. I am happy to explore the similarities and roots of the 'Romance' group of languages and I was a professionally qualified youth leader in my twenties.

  • Help

    Help

    I need help with some cleaning, painting and/or French language tuition whilst cruising N. European inland waterways for 2 or 3 weeks.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    German: Beginner
    French: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    Les personnes dont le français n’est pas la langue maternelle ou qui ont peu d’anglais ou qui sont des professeurs de 'Français langue étrangère' sont particulièrement bienvenues. Non native French speakers with little/poor English or 'French as a foreign language teachers are especially welcome.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Double berth in small cabin at front of boat. Shared shower/WC. All meals and soft drinks provided. No Smokers!

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Cycles available, little 'entertainment' in rural France but it's a beautiful country!

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    Data connection by mobile hot spot only, suitable for emails and surfing but not gaming. Works 85% of time in rural France.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Depends on current location, please ask!

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Single cat or dog under 25 kg.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a plate of food, featuring a meat dish accompanied by vegetables, with a glass of water and a plate of food in the background. The scene is set against a neutral backdrop.
The image shows a group of people sitting at a table, with a tablecloth and chairs visible. The scene appears to be a social gathering or event, possibly a party or celebration.
The image shows a group of people posing for a photo, with a table and chairs in the background, set against a natural outdoor setting. The scene appears to be a family gathering or picnic.
The image depicts the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France, with a bridge and river in the foreground, featuring ornate gold statues on stone pillars.
The image depicts a yellow boat with a white canopy on a river, featuring a red flag attached to the back and a Canadian flag flying from the front.
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a tranquil body of water, lined with trees and lush greenery, set against a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a serene canal scene with a bridge in the background, featuring a large boat and smaller vessels, set against a cloudy sky.

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