Repairing and recommissioning a large steel boat moored in northern France

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  2025 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    Hello,

    I'm looking for help with the renovation/re-commissioning of an old-ish Steel Motor Cruiser - a Kempala Kotter from 1979.

    Around 13.5 Metres x 4.2 x 1.5 and around 20 tonnes it is moored in France, not far from Sedan, Charleville-Meziers and Bouillon, (Belgium).

    It comfortably sleeps four or six and has all facilities.

    This project is only suitable for individuals who have had at least five years of experience - in any field, though familiarity with boats, RV's or similar and a Mechanical aptitude will help greatly!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    DIY and building projects
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Lots of opportunities for walking, cycling and tourism in both Belgium and France. Luxembourg is one hour away, Germany and extra 45 minutes.

  • Help

    Help

    A large and comfortable boat moored on the canal d'Ardennes, close to the Meuse river.
    A very peaceful setting, but close enough to shops and tourism.
    I need help painting, repairing and tidying.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Completely self-contained on the boat itself.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There are many, many rich and varied options available from this small hub.

  • 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

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

Host ref number: 367127825911

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