Through the French Canals - Hardcover

Bristow, Philip

9780245534034: Through the French Canals

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0245534032 ISBN 13: 9780245534034

Publisher: Pergamon Pr, 1979

Through the French Canals has probably tempted more people to explore the beautiful waterways of France than any other book. A bestseller for many years and now in its 11th edition, it is the essential planning guide for anyone wanting to cruise through the stunning scenery of the French waterways, or who is simply on passage from the English Channel to the Mediterranean.

Packed with photographs and updated practical information on local facilities, distance, heights and depths, tunnel lengths, cost of living, shopping and also mentions the local wines of the regions.

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About the Author:

Philip Bristow cruised the inland waterways of France for over 20 years. The first edition of Through the French Canals appeared in 1970. David Jefferson is a frequent visitor to the French canals and a regular contributor to both Yachting Monthly and Motor Boat and Yachting on the French inland waterways system.

Review:

...a thoroughly user-friendly guidebook now in an updated, expanded, and illustrated eleventh edition. This 320-page paperback is highly portable and indispensable for anyone wanting to cruise along stunning French scenery as viewed from its canals, rivers, and other inland waterways. (Midwest Book Review)

This is a must for cruisers who someday plan to cruise the great inland waterways of Europe. Written by a man who has been there, done that and got the shirt! Lots of charts and updated info. (Latitudes & Attitudes)

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