MARNE

Distance in km : 183 km

Number of locks : 18

Dimensions (L x W) : 45 m x 7,60 m (125 m x 11,40 m à St-Maurice et 100 m x 11,40 m à St Maur ) - Largeur 7,20 m à la voûte de Chalifert

Draught : 1,80 m (3 m de Bonneuil à la Seine)

Clearance : 4,20 m (<3,40 m à la voûte de Chalifert)

From Epernay to Charenton

The Romans called this placid river "the Matron". Pretty valley, charming villages. The champagne vineyards nibble at the hills, competing with the woods. At the approach to the Paris region, several little canals shortcut the river's final loops (Chalifert, Chelles and the Joinville tunnel). The countryside changes, but the suburbs on the way still reserve some pleasant surprises… and the last guinguettes, small restaurants with music and dancing.