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Douelle Base
Douelle and its river are steeped in history, with the most important section between Cahors and Fumel. The river has been used for trading wines and cereals from Cahors since the Middle Ages. Douelle itself was famous for its skilled boatmen and a Gabarra is hung in the local church reminding the locals of its village history.
PRE-ARRANGE YOUR TAXI TRANSFER
Le Boat will be happy to arrange transfers from your arrival point to the base. Please download a taxi transfer form here and send it to the base at least 14 days prior to departure. The base receptionist will contact you directly to confirm details of your transfer.
BASE FACILITIES
Our base offers toilets, showers and fresh, hot drinks.
PARKING
Open-air parking: Free
Outside Enclosed Secure Parking: €40
OPENING HOURS
8.30am to 12.30pm and 2pm to 6pm. The base is closed on Sunday.
Please note that if you have pre-booked an Early Check-In, then the base will be open for your arrival.
Boats are available between 4pm and 6pm. If you are going to arrive late, please advise us by phone.
You will find a supermarket, restaurants, a post office, bakery and vineyards.
General opening hours: 8am - 1pm and 2pm - 7.30pm
MARKET DAYS
Wednesday and Saturday morning at Cahors
Sunday morning at Douelle
HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS
Le Vieux Douelle - Tel. 05 65 20 02 03
La Marine - Tel. 05 65 20 02 06
Le Chateau De Man - Tel. 05 65 35 90 40
Chateau De Mercuès - Tel. 05 65 20 00 01
Le Clos Grand - Tel. 05 65 35 04 39
La Chartreuse - Tel. 05 65 35 17 37
