Available Weeks
Typical weather at Sablé-sur-Sarthe (3-year mean, Open-Meteo)
Jan
8°
Feb
10°
Mar
13°
Apr
16°
May
20°
Jun
25°
Jul
25°
Aug
25°
Sep
22°
Oct
18°
Nov
13°
Dec
10°
Prime
Shoulder
Off-season
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What you'll pay
Charter pricing is famously opaque. Here's everything the operator will charge — mandatory items paid at the base, plus optional add-ons you can opt into.
Paid at the base (mandatory)
One Way
The logistic to come back to your car stays at your charge. We advise either to book a taxi or to leave one car in both marina before the cruise if you are able to.
€200
per rental
mandatory
Boat moved from another marina
€400
per rental
mandatory
Refundable security deposit
Held at check-in (card pre-auth or bank transfer), refunded after charter if the yacht is returned without damage. Deposit-waiver insurance is one of the optional extras below — reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.
€3,000
refundable
mandatory
Services & extras (optional)
Bicycle
€25
per rental
optional
River Escape Game / Treasure Hunt (Sablé Sur Sarthe) !IN FRENCH ONLY!
An escape game / treasure hunt box for the family (duration : half a day). IN FRENCH ONLY
More information on https://www.anjou-navigation.fr/2025/11/escape-game-jeu-de-piste-anjou-navigation/
€50
per rental
optional
Serenity + package
Including : fuel, cleaning, fully comprehensive insurance, adjournment guarantee, two of the folllowing extra : barbecue / parking / bicycle.
€900
per week
optional
Fully comprehensive insurance (deductible reduced to 0€)
Reducing your deductible in case of accident (3000€) to 0€.
Not covering any exclusion clause (equipment, voluntary degradation, failure to respect security instructions, etc ...). See general conditions of hire.
€280
per rental
optional
BBQ
Gas barbecue rented with its gas bottle.
€25
per rental
optional
Serenity package
Including fuel, cleaning, damage waiver, one of the folllowing extra : barbecue / parking / bicycle.
€410
per rental
optional
Wifi 4G box
€60
per rental
optional
Cancellation policy
General terms at https://www.anjou-navigation.fr/en/cancellation-policy-anjou-navigation/
Please do write us an email as soon as you subscribe, to give us the first and last name of each crew member so that they can be covered by the insurance : contact@anjou-navigation.fr
Free
optional
Prepaid fuel
Prepay your fuel and gas consumption (calculated on a basis of 5 hours of navigation per day, at current fuel price). If not suscribed, the payment of these consumptions will be done upon return of the boat, calculated on the number of engine hours used, at that time's listed price.
€85
per night
optional
Serenity + package
Including : fuel, cleaning, fully comprehensive insurance, adjournment guarantee, two of the folllowing extra : barbecue / parking / bicycle.
€124
per day
optional
Serenity + package
Including : fuel, cleaning, fully comprehensive insurance, adjournment guarantee, two of the folllowing extra : barbecue / parking / bicycle.
€690
per rental
optional
Damage waiver (deductible reduced to 600€)
Reducing your damage waiver in case of accident (3000€) to a reduced amount : 600€.
Not covering any exclusion clause (equipment, voluntary degradation, failure to respect security instructions, etc ...). See general conditions of hire.
€180
per rental
optional
Serenity package
Including fuel, cleaning, damage waiver, one of the folllowing extra : barbecue / parking / bicycle.
€500
per rental
optional
(Recommended) Postponement guarantee
Conditions on https://www.anjou-navigation.fr/en/postponement-guarantee/
Free
optional
Serenity package
Including fuel, cleaning, damage waiver, one of the folllowing extra : barbecue / parking / bicycle.
€93
per day
optional
End cleaning
We take care of the final cleaning of the boat.
€150
per rental
optional
Serenity + package
Including : fuel, cleaning, fully comprehensive insurance, adjournment guarantee, two of the folllowing extra : barbecue / parking / bicycle.
€570
per rental
optional
Serenity package
Including fuel, cleaning, damage waiver, one of the folllowing extra : barbecue / parking / bicycle.
€660
per week
optional
Parking
Parking spot on a private property for your vehicle. Otherwise, you will find free public parking spots near the marina, no reservation needed.
€6
per night
optional
Pet on board
€50
per rental
optional
Parking
Parking spot on a private property for your vehicle. Otherwise, you will find free public parking spots near the marina, no reservation needed.
€25
per rental
optional
Deck matress
€12
per rental
optional
BBQ
Gas barbecue rented with its gas bottle.
€6
per night
optional
BBQ
Gas barbecue rented with its gas bottle.
€45
per week
optional
Bycicle
€6
per night
optional
Bycicle
€45
per week
optional
Parking
Parking spot on a private property for your vehicle. Otherwise, you will find free public parking spots near the marina, no reservation needed.
€45
per week
optional
4
Cabins
12
Berths
4
Toilets
13m
Length
Specifications & Equipment
Length13.5m
Beam3.8m
Cabins4
Berths12
WC4
Year2008
TypeMotor boat
Deposit€3,000
Equipment (5 aboard · 47 not)
- Heating
- Coffee maker
- Ice maker
- Bow thruster
- Flybridge
- Air condition
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Washer/Dryer
- TV
- DVD player
- Radio-CD player
- Cockpit speakers
- Game console
- Wi-Fi & Internet
- Convertible table
- Cockpit cushions
- Electric toilet
- Generator
- Solar Panels
- Inverter
- Water maker
- Holding tank
- Autopilot
- Outside Steering Position
- Chart plotter
- Chart plotter in cockpit
- Radar
- Spinnaker
- Gennaker
- Racing sails
- Lazy jack
- Lazy bag
- Electric winches
- Bimini
- Sprayhood
- Outboard engine
- Rudder blades
- Hydraulic gangway
- Tender garage
- Tenderlift platform
- Swimming platform
- Swimming pool
- Underwater lights
- Teak Cockpit
- Teak deck
- Railing net
- Barbecue grill in cockpit
- Dinghy
- Diving equipment
- Snorkeling equipment
- Stand up paddle
About this yacht
Here is a proud ship, big regarding the size but also its numerous assets ! Perfect for a two-family vacations or a group of friends ! The Comfort Group Boat is roomy, can comfortably embark a large crew !
SailChecker Expert View
Perfect for groups The Opéra is genuinely well-suited to larger parties of 8, 12 people who want a relaxed, inland waterway experience rather than open-water sailing. With four cabins and solid amenities like heating and a flybridge, it ticks the boxes for comfort on European rivers and canals.
Standout strengths The bow thruster is genuinely useful for manoeuvring in tight locks and narrow waterways, and the flybridge gives you that extra space for lounging while cruising. The coffee maker and ice maker suggest decent onboard living , small touches that matter on multi-day trips.
Good value proposition At this size and age (2008), the pricing likely reflects fair mid-range charter rates for France's inland network. You're paying for practicality and group capacity rather than luxury, which is honest positioning.
One real caveat Motor boats on French rivers are leisurely by design , think 4, 6 knots cruising speed , so if anyone in your group expects zippy, thrilling boating, manage expectations now. It's genuinely about the journey and destination stops, not the speed.
AI-assisted insight based on yacht specifications. Our charter experts can provide personalised advice.
The marina & destination
Based at Sablé-sur-Sarthe, in Sablé-sur-Sarthe, France. Opéra is operated by Anjou Navigation.
Why this is a great starting point
Sablé-sur-Sarthe sits on the Sarthe River in the Loire Valley and serves as an inland cruising base rather than a coastal one. Week 1 cruising typically covers the gentle river system toward Le Mans or downstream toward the Maine confluence, with lock transits required; this suits clients seeking a slower-paced, cultural cruise through French countryside rather than open-water sailing. The location works well if you want to combine boating with wine regions and châteaux visits, though it is not a suitable starting point if your week 1 plan involves coastal sailing or significant distance.
Frequently asked questions
Can Opéra be rented with or without a skipper?
You can charter Opéra bareboat (you skipper) if you hold the relevant sailing licence, or hire a professional skipper alongside the yacht. The choice is yours when you request the quote.
What sailing licence do I need to charter Opéra?
Bareboat charter typically requires a recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus a VHF radio licence. The exact requirements depend on the country of charter — we confirm with the operator when you enquire.
What's included in the charter price?
The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance for the dates booked. Tourist tax, transit log (final cleaning + bed linen), fuel, food, marina fees during the trip, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are normally extra and paid at the base.
What additional costs should I expect at the base?
Typical mandatory extras are the transit log (often €200–€350), tourist tax (a small per-person-per-day fee), and a refundable security deposit (often €1,500–€5,000 depending on the yacht). Optional extras like a skipper, hostess, paddle board, or early check-in are listed on the quote.
How does the security deposit work?
The deposit is held by the operator at check-in (usually card pre-authorisation) and refunded after check-out if the yacht is returned without damage. Many operators offer a deposit-waiver insurance product that reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.
Can I cancel my charter booking?
Cancellation terms vary by operator. Most allow cancellation with a full refund if requested more than 60–90 days before the start date, with progressive penalties closer to departure. Some operators offer a flexible-cancellation insurance product when you book.
Is the yacht insured?
Yes — every yacht is insured by the operator against damage and third-party liability. The insurance covers the yacht itself; personal effects and trip cancellation are not covered and are worth insuring separately.
What documents do I need to bring?
You'll need your passport, sailing licence (if chartering bareboat), VHF radio licence, and proof of payment. The operator will send a check-in form ahead of time covering crew details and any special requests.
What payment methods are accepted?
Charter fees are normally paid by bank transfer in advance (often a 50% deposit at booking, balance 30 days before charter). On-base extras are usually paid by card or in cash.
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