Guided river cruise
La boucle du Doubs, deux écluses et le tunnel sous la Citadelle, commentés à bord du Battant.
from 15 €
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Gift voucher
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Give a moment rather than an object: the Vedettes de Besançon gift voucher lets you treat someone to a cruise on the Doubs, the kind of experience people rarely book for themselves even when it is on their doorstep. The gift voucher service is currently being brought back online and will be available again soon: in the meantime, the team can be reached on +33 6 64 48 66 80 to help you prepare your gift.
Why give a Besançon river cruise as a present?
Because it is a gift that works for almost everyone. Heritage lovers get to see the Vauban Citadel from the 375 metre river tunnel that runs beneath it, animated by light displays. Families watch the locks fill and empty like a small piece of theatre. Grandparents, retiring colleagues, friends who have just moved to the region: all of them enjoy a 1 hour 15 minute cruise around the loop of the Doubs, aboard a comfortable boat that is heated and air-conditioned, with a rooftop panoramic terrace. For more festive occasions, the lunch and dinner cruises turn the gift into a full celebration. One practical note for international recipients: the on-board commentary is in French, but the locks, tunnel and views need no translation.
How does the gift voucher work?
The principle is simple: the voucher is sent by email, which makes it perfect for last-minute gifts, and it is valid for 1 year. The recipient then picks the departure that suits them from the seasonal timetable, with five cruises a day leaving from the Pont de la République pier in the centre of Besançon. E-tickets shown on a phone are accepted at boarding: the whole gift works without paper, from purchase to stepping on board.
When will the gift voucher be available?
The gift voucher shop is being reactivated and will be available on this site soon. Until then, if you would like to offer a cruise, a panoramic bus tour or a meal cruise for a birthday, Christmas or any special occasion, call +33 6 64 48 66 80 and the team will suggest the best way to arrange your gift right away. One thing will not change: in the end, someone you care about will spend 1 hour 15 minutes on the water rediscovering Besançon.
Frequently asked questions
How can I give a Besançon river cruise as a gift?
The Vedettes de Besançon gift voucher service is being reactivated and will be available online soon. In the meantime, call +33 6 64 48 66 80 and the team will help you arrange your gift.
How long is the gift voucher valid?
The gift voucher is valid for 1 year, which gives the recipient a whole season to choose the departure that suits them.
How is the gift voucher delivered?
The voucher is sent by email. That makes it ideal for last-minute gifts: nothing to wait for in the post, just forward it or print it if you prefer to wrap something.
Can I buy a gift voucher right now?
Not yet: the service is being brought back online and will be available soon. To arrange a gift straight away, contact the team directly on +33 6 64 48 66 80.
Does the recipient need to print the voucher?
No. E-tickets shown on a phone screen are accepted at boarding.
How does the recipient book their cruise?
The recipient picks a departure from the seasonal timetable: five cruises a day leave from the Pont de la République pier, at 10:00, 11:15, 14:15, 15:30 and 16:45.
Can I offer a dinner cruise as a gift?
To give a specific experience, guided cruise, panoramic bus tour or meal cruise, the simplest option is to call +33 6 64 48 66 80 and put together the right formula.
What if the voucher is close to expiring?
The voucher is valid for 1 year. If something unexpected prevents the recipient from using it in time, call the team on +33 6 64 48 66 80 to see what can be arranged.
Can a gift voucher cover several people?
Yes, a gift can be for a couple, a family or a small group. Call +33 6 64 48 66 80 to specify the number of people and build the right package.
What experience does the gift voucher offer?
The live commentary is in French. Written translations in English, German, Italian and Spanish are available on board, just ask when boarding.
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