Vagnon - Atlas fluvial

Navigate France’s Inland Waterways with Unmatched Precision
Planning a boating adventure through France’s rivers and canals? The Inland Waterways Atlas of France is your ultimate guide, offering 53 meticulously updated maps that cover every navigable route in the country. Designed for both seasoned sailors and casual boaters, this atlas provides all the critical data you need—from lock locations and clearance heights to water depths and mooring spots—ensuring a smooth and safe journey. Whether you're charting a short trip or a cross-country voyage, this guide is an indispensable tool for navigating with confidence.

Engineered for Clarity and Ease of Use
This atlas isn’t just a collection of maps—it’s a comprehensive navigation system built for practicality. Each of the 53 maps adheres to the latest cartographic standards, ensuring accuracy and reliability. A summary map at the beginning of the atlas helps you quickly locate specific waterways, while a page-reference system allows for seamless transitions between sections. All legends and key details are translated into English, making it accessible for international users. The A4 format (21 x 29.7 cm) strikes the perfect balance between portability and readability, fitting easily in your cockpit or navigation station.

Detailed Data for Every Mile of Your Journey
No detail is overlooked in this atlas. For each waterway, you’ll find essential information such as lock locations, tunnels, turning basins, and mooring spots, as well as non-navigable or decommissioned sections to avoid unnecessary detours. The atlas clearly marks VNF (Voies Navigables de France) sector limits and provides critical metrics for each route, including waterway length, air draft, water draft, and maximum vessel dimensions (length and width). This level of detail ensures you can plan your route with precision, whether you're navigating a narrow canal or a wide river.

More Than Just a Navigation Tool
Beyond its technical prowess, this atlas enriches your journey with cultural and historical insights. Discover suggested excursions and visits in towns and cities along the waterways, perfect for breaking up your trip with memorable stops. The atlas also highlights remarkable structures, such as historic bridges, aqueducts, and engineering marvels, adding depth to your exploration. A general map of France is included as a fold-out cover, providing a quick reference for planning your overall route.

Built to Withstand the Rigors of Life on the Water
Durability is key when it comes to navigation tools, and this atlas delivers. Printed on 96 pages of high-quality paper, it’s designed to withstand frequent use in all conditions, whether you're on deck or in the cabin. Weighing just 0.5 kg, it’s lightweight enough to carry with you wherever you go, without compromising on detail or readability. Whether you're a professional sailor or a weekend adventurer, this atlas is built to be your trusted companion on the water.

This Inland Waterways Atlas of France is a 96-page paperback guide published in September 2022, featuring 53 detailed maps of France’s navigable waterways. Measuring 21 x 29.7 cm (A4 format) and weighing just 0.5 kg, it includes a fold-out general map of France, English translations of all legends, and comprehensive data on locks, tunnels, mooring spots, and waterway dimensions. Ideal for both professional and recreational boaters, it combines precision cartography with practical navigation tools.

With decades of expertise in maritime and navigation publishing, this publisher is a trusted name among boaters, sailors, and outdoor enthusiasts. Specializing in high-quality guides, atlases, and technical manuals, their publications are renowned for their accuracy, durability, and practicality. Whether for professional use or leisure, their resources are designed to enhance safety, efficiency, and enjoyment on the water.

• Unparalleled precision with 53 up-to-date maps covering every navigable route in the country, ensuring you have the most accurate data for safe and efficient navigation.
• User-friendly design, including a summary map, page references, and English translations, makes it accessible to both seasoned sailors and international users.
• Beyond navigation, it enriches your journey with cultural insights, excursion ideas, and highlights of remarkable structures, turning every trip into an adventure.
• Compact, lightweight, and built to last, it’s the perfect companion for any boating expedition.