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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)
Bed linen
Included
mandatory
Navigation instruction
Included
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.
€3,500
refundable
mandatory
Services & extras (optional)
Bicycle (adult) - Short stay
€25
per rental
optional
Barbecue - Week or more
€7
per night
optional
Serenity+ package - 4 - one week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€1,260
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 4 - three weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€2,470
per rental
optional
Cleaning fee - 150
€150
per rental
optional
Charterschein for a second crew member Fürstenberg
€45
per rental
optional
Converter 12/220V
€15
per rental
optional
Barbecue - short stay
€35
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 4 - 11 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver; 1 bike)
€1,370
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 4 - two weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€1,700
per rental
optional
Bicycle (adult) - 10 days
€65
per rental
optional
Wifi Unlimited short stay
€40
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 4 - 11 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€1,740
per rental
optional
River Guide Mecklenburg incl postage within European Union
€49
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 4 - weekend (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€550
per rental
optional
River Guide Mecklenburg incl postage for Suisse and outside European Union
€59
per rental
optional
Paddle Board Fürstenberg
€120
per rental
optional
Wifi Unlimited long stay
€70
per rental
optional
Wifi Unlimited long duration
€85
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 4 - one week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€930
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 4 - mini week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€900
per rental
optional
Parking - Furstenberg - Unguarded - Week or more
Ungarded
€6
per night
optional
Parking - Furstenberg - Unguarded - Short stay
€24
per rental
optional
Deck Matress
€15
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 4 - two weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€2,100
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 4 - weekend (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€790
per rental
optional
Cancellation insurance
Up to 7 days after reservation confirmation
Free
optional
Damage waiver Gold option - 280
€280
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 4 - 10 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€1,620
per rental
optional
Bicycle (adult) - one week
€50
per week
optional
Serenity package - 4 - mini week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€660
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 4 - three weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€2,940
per rental
optional
Pet fee (per pet)
€50
per rental
optional
Bicycle (adult) - two weeks
€70
per rental
optional
Bicycle (adult) - 11 days
€70
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 4 - 10 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€1,260
per rental
optional
Damage waiver Silver option - 180
€180
per rental
optional
Wifi Unlimited
€55
per rental
optional
3
Cabins
7
Berths
3
Toilets
11m
Length
Specifications & Equipment
Length11.8m
Beam3.85m
Cabins3
Berths7
WC3
Year2007
TypeHouseboat
Deposit€3,500
Equipment (5 aboard · 47 not)
- Heating
- Refrigerator
- Electric toilet
- Bimini
- Bow thruster
- 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
- Sprayhood
- 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 couples or small groups exploring inland waterways. This 11.8-metre Pénichette houseboat suits families and friends wanting a leisurely canal holiday rather than serious sailing, think French rivers and gentle locks, not open ocean. With 3 cabins and sleeping for 7, it's ideal if you value comfort over speed.
Solid comfort features onboard. The bimini top, heating, and electric toilet make life easier during your cruise, and the bow thruster is genuinely useful for tight mooring spots on narrow European waterways. The refrigerator keeps provisions fresh across multi-day journeys.
Reasonable value, with caveats. At a €3,500 deposit, the pricing seems fair for European canal charters, though fuel and final costs aren't detailed here, always confirm the full quote with Riverly before booking. Houseboat holidays typically work out well value-wise compared to shore accommodation plus restaurants.
Location details matter hugely. The base location isn't shown in your data, which is crucial, you'll need to check with Riverly where you're actually picking up and dropping off. For international clients flying in, confirm airport transfer times and whether the base has English-speaking staff; some smaller French or European charter ports can be tricky without local language skills.
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The marina & destination
Based at Marina Fürstenberg, in Fürstenberg, Germany. Pénichette Premium 6/7 Pers. is operated by Riverly.
Ravensbrücker Dorfstrasse B
Frequently asked questions
Can Pénichette Premium 6/7 Pers. be rented with or without a skipper?
You can charter Pénichette Premium 6/7 Pers. 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 Pénichette Premium 6/7 Pers.?
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.