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Douelle and its river are steeped in history, with the most important section between Cahors and Fumel. The river has been used for trading wines and cereals from Cahors since the Middle Ages. Douelle itself was famous for its skilled boatmen and a Gabarra is hung in the local church reminding the locals of its village history.
Our base offers toilets, showers and fresh, hot drinks. You will find a supermarket, restaurants, a post office, bakery and vineyards nearby.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 09:00 to 17:00 Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday: 10:00 to 16:00
If you are going to be arriving at the base late, you will need to inform the base directly or the general sales office where you booked.
When you arrive at the base there will be a note on the reception door informing you where your boat is. The boat will be left open for you to stay on board that night, but cruising will not be permitted. The base staff will do the full briefing the following morning.
Your boat will be ready to depart for 15:00 - 17:00. We recommend that you arrive 60 minutes earlier for check-in and instructions.
If you have booked an Early Check-in Service, please arrive at the base from 11:00.
Our base staff look forward to welcoming you to their cruising region and aim to make your arrival and holiday as smooth and enjoyable as possible.
When you arrive our base staff will:
La Chartreuse - Tel: +33 (0) 565 351 737 Inter Hotel De France - Tel: +33 (0) 565 351 676 Terminus - Tel: +33 (0) 565 352 450
L’Auberge du Vieux Douelle – Tel: +33 (0) 565 200 203 La Marine – Tel: +33 (0) 565 200 206 Chez Marie – Tel: +33 (0) 565 359 040 Château De Mercuès – Tel: +33 (0) 565 200 001 Le Clos Grand – Tel: +33 (0) 565 350 439 La Chartreuse – Tel: +33 (0) 565 351 737
Pre-bookable enclosed secured parking onsite and open parking also onsite.
You will find a grocery shop, restaurants, a post office, bakery and vineyards in Douelle. Another supermarket can be found in Cahors (10 min car from the base). General opening hours: 8am - 1pm and 2pm - 7.30pm
Wednesday and Saturday morning at Cahors.
Place F. Mitterrand, 46000, Cahors Tel: +33 (0) 565 532 065
It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with local road rules and abide by them. Most European countries have a list of compulsory equipment that you must take with you. For example, there is a new legal requirement in France to carry a breathalyser, triangle & florescent jacket in your car. For driving advice and a list of the equipment you’ll need, please visit www.theaa.com
Maps Michelin n° 79 and IGN n° 110 Arriving from the South - Leave motorway exit 58 Cahors Sud. Then take the N20 direction Cahors/ Villeneuve sur Lot for 18 km. At the Mac Donald’s roundabout turn right in the direction of Villeneuve sur Lot. Take the D 911 for 5 km. At the Mercués traffic lights turn left in the direction of Douelle. Our base is 4 km from here. Arriving from North - Leave motorway exit 57 Cahors Nord/ Villeneuve sur Lot and continue for 10 km. At the Mac Donald’s roundabout turn right in the direction of Villeneuve sur Lot. Take the D 911 for 5 kms. At the Mercués traffic lights, turn left in the direction of Douelle. Our base is 4 km from here.
Closest airports: Brive la Gaillarde: 102km (A20/D12 or D6) Bergerac: 107 km (E70/E9)) Toulouse: 125 km(E9) Bordeaux : 232 km (E70/E9) Nimes : 412 km (D999)
Closest train Station: Cahors: 15km
Ferries
The following ferry companies operate to Northern France.
Call us on : 01756 701200 (+44 1756 701200)
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