River boat & license-free barge charter Chenillé-Changé
Last updated on 8 April 2025
Located in the department of Maine-et-Loire, in the Pays de la Loire region, Chenillé‐Changé is a French village through which flows the Mayenne river, one of the most beautiful waterways in France. However, it is far from being a simple point of departure for your cruises. You will enjoy the calm and greenery and can admire the rich cultural heritage of the village.
Chenillé‐Changé, an exceptional village
From the moment you arrive in Chenillé‐Changé, you will be fascinated by the beauty of the landscape, combining a peaceful river and a green setting adorned with a multitude of colorful flowers. This distinctive feature earned the village first prize in the national competition «Villes et Villages Fleuris» and «Village de Charme» in 2007. It would be a shame to miss out!
Stroll through the village and admire the surprising houses with their large slate roofs. Your walk will take you to a number of historical monuments, such as the 12th-century church, the Château des Rues and the Moulin à eau de la Chaussée, one of the few watermills still in operation. When you visit the charming village of Chenillé‐Changé, don't forget to sample some of Anjou's culinary specialties, in particular the delicious rillauds, a dish made with pork belly accompanied by salad or fouace.
The top destination in the south of Chenill‐Chang‐
Enjoy the yacht charter in Chenillé‐Changé and head south to Angers. Set off to discover this historic capital of Anjou and its 100 listed monuments. What's more, in summer, you will have the opportunity to attend numerous cultural events, such as the music festivals of the Cloître de l'Abbaye Toussaint and the Tempo Rives festival taking place in the heart of the city.
Angers is also home to the magnificent Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park. A visit to the park will allow you to discover the flora and fauna typical of the Loire Valley in a vast wetland area of over 6,000 hectares. You will find more than 200 species of birdsspecies of birds (little terns and ospreys), bats, butterflies, migratory fish such as salmon and shad, and mammals such as the European beaver.
Good to know
| Number of boats available | 1 207 |
|---|---|
| Average price per week | $2,342 |
| Minimum weekly price | $648 |
| Maximum price per week | $5,774 |