The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance. Cleaning, tourist tax, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are billed at the base — we confirm the full breakdown when you request a quote.
Available Weeks
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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)
Services & extras (optional)
Specifications & Equipment
Equipment (3 aboard · 49 not)
- Heating
- Refrigerator
- Electric toilet
- Air condition
- Coffee maker
- Ice maker
- Dishwasher
- Washer/Dryer
- TV
- DVD player
- Radio-CD player
- Cockpit speakers
- Game console
- Wi-Fi & Internet
- Convertible table
- Cockpit cushions
- 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
- Bow thruster
- Outboard engine
- Rudder blades
- Flybridge
- 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
SailChecker Expert View
Perfect for families This 1992 Pénichette is an excellent choice if you're after an affordable, self-catering houseboat experience on inland waterways, ideal for families or groups who want to explore at their own pace without the cost of a crewed yacht or resort stay.
Smart budget option At €1,900 per week with a modest €3,000 deposit, you're getting exceptional value for a 6-berth vessel with heating and essential amenities like a fridge and electric toilet, no frills, but honest and practical for river cruising.
One practical note This is a 32-year-old boat, so don't expect luxury finishes or cutting-edge systems; it's a workhorse designed for comfort on European rivers and canals, which is exactly what it delivers at this price point.
Location question We don't have the charter base location listed in your details, that matters significantly for international guests flying in, as some French and Dutch river bases have better airport connections (Paris, Amsterdam) than others. Once you confirm where this operates from, we can advise on transfer logistics and whether it suits your trip.
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The marina & destination
Based at Joigny, in Joigny, France. Pénichette Comfort 4/6 Pers. is operated by Riverly.
Joigny sits on the Yonne River in Burgundy, offering access to the quieter inland waterway network south towards Auxerre and the Nivernais Canal. From here, week 1 charters typically explore the locks and rural countryside of the Burgundy Canal system, with easy day-hops between small towns and wine villages. This is a low-speed, low-wind cruising ground best suited to clients seeking leisurely inland navigation rather than sailing; expect 4-5 knot cruising speeds and lock transits as the rhythm of your holiday.
Frequently asked questions
Can Pénichette Comfort 4/6 Pers. be rented with or without a skipper?
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