Douelle river boat & license-free river boat charter
Last updated on 8 April 2025
Located in the Midi-Pyrénées region, Douelle charms visitors with its unspoiled natural setting. It is a favorite port of call for boaters who come to enjoy boat trips on the River Lot. What's more, its history is closely linked to wine, if you're a disciple of Bacchus!
For an enriching stay in Douelle
The picturesque village of Douelle is about ten kilometers from Cahors. Although it has only a few monuments, including its beautiful church with 16th-century furnishings, Douelle takes full advantage of its location close to the Lot. That's why this village remains magical if you want to enjoy the pleasure of a river trip on this beautiful river renowned for its calm waters. All you need is a yacht charter in Douelle to enter a preserved environment.
There is no shortage of sailing itineraries, since you can set off from the village's river base to discover a variety of places. For example, you could choose to sail along the River Lot to Figeac. It will be a trip punctuated by wonderful discoveries, with villages, castles and churches just waiting for you! Of course, you can always return to Douelle to learn more about its history with wine. The village was long famous for the manufacture of wine barrels.
What is there to see around Douelle?
about 6 km from the village, you can discover 2 important museums, including the Henri Martin Museum in Cahors, which is the Luzech Archaeological Museum. If you like flowers and greenery, a little detour is a must. The most beautiful gardens are all located more than 20 km from the center of Douelle. In Lauzerte, we can mention the Pèlerin garden, in Dégagnac and the De La Daille garden in Florimont-Gaumier.
And since you are ready to organize your efforts to admire the most beautiful corners around Douelle, why not go to Saint Cirq Lapopie, one of the most beautiful villages in France? After all these discoveries, don't forget to come back to Douelle to enjoy its dreamlike environment and walks along the Lot!
Good to know
| Number of boats available | 1 164 |
|---|---|
| Average price per week | $2,499 |
| Minimum weekly price | $832 |
| Maximum price per week | $5,876 |