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Discover SAILING in the French Canals.
July 25, 2024 · 14 min · 6K views · Canals of France
What this video covers
A delivery crew transporting a sailboat from Amsterdam to Valencia via the French canal system explains the logistical and operational realities of inland waterway transit. To clear non-lifting bridges, the crew unstepped the mast and secured it horizontally, maintaining a total air draft of 2.49 meters.4:33 Navigating the canals requires passing through numerous locks to manage varying water levels, a process that depends on lock operator availability, bureaucratic scheduling, and the vessel's ability to trigger automated sensors.1:53 The crew maintains a maximum speed of 6 km/h to prevent shoreline erosion and ensure sensors detect the boat.10:18 Unlike offshore passages, canal transit involves unpredictable daily progress due to lock traffic and manual assistance requirements.7:23 The crew utilizes the Voies Navigables de France (VNF) website for route planning and navigation data.5:31 This inland route offers a low-cost alternative to open-ocean sailing, providing access to mooring infrastructure with water and electricity throughout the European canal network.11:50
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