An intimate boat cruise, between a secret canal and the majestic Seine
Imagine…
You board a small private boat reserved just for you and your loved ones. Away from the crowds and the hustle and bustle, you are about to discover an intimate, secret, unexpected Paris.
The journey begins at Parc de la Villette
The adventure begins in this large, green cultural space. Your boat leaves the Bassin de la Villette and heads toward the Pont de Crimée, an impressive metal structure that rises to let you pass. This is already an unusual appetizer, far from the usual tourist routes.
Locks and romantic footbridges
You will soon reach the first lock. The water rises or falls slowly, the sound of the mechanisms accompanies this ballet, and you have time to admire the footbridges, the lively terraces and the Parisian architecture that lines the Canal Saint-Martin. Here, every detail exudes charm: the swing bridges, the colorful façades, the fishermen sitting on the banks. You can even catch a glimpse of the famous Hotel du Nord, immortalized by cinema.
The mysterious tunnel
Then, suddenly, the atmosphere changes. Your boat enters an underground tunnel more than half a mile long, a dark vault pierced by skylights in which the calm waters are reflected. The echo, the dim light, and the interplay of shadow and light create an almost magical atmosphere. You glide gently, as if in a parallel Paris, before reemerging into the light of day.
The Arsenal Lock and the Bastille
As you emerge, Place de la Bastille comes into view, with its July Column overlooking the Port de l'Arsenal. A spectacular transition: you leave the intimacy of the canal to join the grandeur of the Seine.
The Seine and its iconic monuments
The boat cruise continues along Paris' most majestic river. The views open up, and the monuments pass by: the Îles Saint-Louis and de la Cité with the silhouette of Notre-Dame, the Conciergerie, the Louvre, and then the elegant façades of the Musée d'Orsay. And further still, the Eiffel Tower, which stands like a beacon, the highlight of the show and a promise of unforgettable memories.
An experience to be savored
During this 2½-hour boat cruise, time slows down and is savored. A glass of Champagne, a charcuterie board or a few macarons add a refined touch to this moment out of time. There are a maximum of ten people onboard – enough to share the experience, but few enough for everyone to find their spot and fully enjoy the magic.
An intimate and timeless journey that reveals a poetic and hidden Paris along the Canal Saint-Martin, before presenting you with the eternal splendor of its monuments on the Seine.
