One-twelfth share in 55ft 'D' class barge based In Auxerre, France. This is a well-established syndicate, we are tautly run, and ensures the barge is well maintained. Barge DONJEUX has two double cabins plus sofa bed in large saloon. 2 heads, each with a shower, along with a beautiful wheelhouse make for pleasant cruising.
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The share entitles you to two weeks cruising one year followed by three cruising weeks the following year and this pattern repeats in alternate years The cruising season generally starts in March and end in October coincident with lock openings on the Nivernais canal. Off-season stays are allowed as well for nominal additional cost.
Each shares' seniority for booking rises from the bottom/near bottom (12th or 11th) to the top/near top (1st or 2nd) over a six-year cycle. This share has extra privileges to book its share during UK school holiday periods (generally end of July to start of September) if desired. This share’s 2024 booking is currently scheduled for July 26 through August 9.
The 2023 annual contribution to fixed costs and reserves was £875. The operating cost contribution can be decreased by 25% (£115) if school holiday privileges are given up. This is an amazing value when compared with a hire from commercial holiday craft operators plus you gain benefit of pride of ownership. An ICC(IW) certificate is a requirement before taking the barge underway.
Donjeux is fully equipped for extended cruises, with an ample diesel tank, an 800 gallon water tank, a gas oven and hob, microwave, refrigerator and kitchen equipment to cater for six, plus a 240v inverter.
Donjeux's home base is the Aquarelle Marina in the beautiful city of Auxerre in Burgundy. The city has many interesting sites including a cathedral and an abbey, as well as a variety of shops, markets and restaurants. There are numerous cruising options from Auxerre - heading northwards down the River Yonne (and e.g. onto the Burgundy Canal) or southwards up the Canal du Nivernais- perhaps the most delightful of the French Canals.
Vessel type: | Replica Dutch Barge |
Builder: | Central Craftworks Ltd |
Make: | Central Craftworks |
Model: | 55 DB |
Fit Out: | 2003 |
Constructed: | 2003 |
Berths: | 4 |
No. of engines: | 1 |
Engine model: | Beta Marine E5562 |
Engine power: | 75 |
Fuel type: | Diesel |
Length over all: | 16.50m |
Beam: | 3.64m |
Maximum draft: | 0.80m |
Bridge clearance: | 2.95m |
Note: Indicated location is approximate general area only.