L’Estello

L'Estello

10 cabins / 2 decks

The L’Estello is a Dutch barge, originally launched in 1937. The vessel was modernised from head to toe for passenger cruising on the rivers and canals of France. She features an air-conditioned living room, divided into 2 areas: restaurant with large picture windows and a bar area with comfortable sofas and armchairs.

Outside you’ll find a sundeck with fixed awning, tables, and chairs. The boat has a number of books and games on board.

  • L'Estello

Facts

  • Year of construction: 1937
  • Renovation: Barge Converted to passenger ship 1990
  • Flag: Belgian
  • Length: 39 m / 128 ft
  • Width: 5.2 m / 16.4 ft
  • Draft: 1.60 m / 5.2 ft
  • Passengers: 20
  • Crew: 4
  • Number of cabins: 10
  • Wi-Fi: Free WiFi on board in restaurant/bar area
  • Languages on board: English
  • Payment accepted: Cash ONLY
  • Currency on board: Euro

Boat overview

  • Air conditioned lounge and bar area with large windows
  • Restaurant / dining area with comfortable seating
  • Free hot drinks machine
  • Large 55” screen television in the lounge
  • Library and games available
  • Dedicated bike storage
  • Sundeck with seating accommodation and fixed awning
  • No Laundry Services on board
  • Complimentary courtesy kit: soap, shower gel, shampoo, shower cap.
  • Drinkable water on board (natural and sparkling water options)
  • Special diet requests: Any vegan or gluten-free diet requests will incur a €50/person surcharge. To be paid in advance.

**Smoking is not permitted except in designated smoking section on outside deck**

Cabin features

  • All cabins equipped with en-suite private facilities (sink, shower, toilet), two fixed portholes, air conditioning, hairdryer, mini-safe, ample closet space, drawers underneath each bed for extra storage, full-length mirror, and 220V - 50Hz with Schuko bipolar sockets.
  • Upper deck
    • Restaurant/dining area
    • Lounge/bar
    • Sundeck
  • Lower deck
    • 10 cabins
      • 1 Double Bed Cabin (bed size 1.90 m x 1.40 m)
      • 9 Twin Cabins (bed size 1.90 m x 0.80 m)

We remind you that the boat is not like a hotel, so during the journey you will always hear some sort of underground noise.


L’Estello’s layout


Bike tours sailing on L’Estello

Provence by Bike and Boat

COUNTRY: France

7 nights
4.4/5 (40)
Rider Level: Recreational Electric Bike Tours Client Favorites Bike and boat tours
Rider Level: Recreational Electric Bike Tours Client Favorites Bike and boat tours

4.4/5 (40)
7 nights

2025

Avignon to Aigues-Mortes

Season 1: April 5, 2025
Season 2: April 19, June 28, July 12, July 26 & August 9, 2025
Season 3: May 3, May 31, June 14 & October 18, 2025
Season 4: August 23, September 6, September 20 & October 4, 2025

Aigues Mortes to Avignon

Season 1: March 29 & April 12, 2025
Season 2: April 26, July 5, July 19, August 2 & August 16, 2025
Season 3: May 10, May 24, June 7, June 21 & October 25, 2025
Season 4: August 30, September 13, September 27 & October 11, 2025

2026

Avignon to Aigues-Mortes

Season 2: June 27, July 11, July 25, August 8 & August 22, 2026
Season 3: April 4, April 18, May 30 & June 13, 2026
Season 4: May 2 & May 16, 2026
Season 5: September 5, September 19, October 3 & October 17, 2026

Aigues-Mortes to Avignon

Season 1: March 28, 2026
Season 2: July 4, July 18, August 1 & August 15, 2026
Season 3: April 11, April 25, June 6, June 20 & October 24, 2026
Season 4: May 9 & May 23, 2026
Season 5: August 29, September 12, September 26 & October 10, 2026

Description:
This spectacular bike and boat tour will take you through the wild Camargue nature, where you'll see its bulls and horses; from the medieval fortress of Aigues Mortes you’ll cycle comfortably on towards Arles. Following this portion of the ride, you’ll…

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