Rent a boat in Neuchâtel with or without a licence

Neuchâtel, the clock city

Rent a boat in Neuchâtel to sail on its immense lake and relax in front of it the sumptuous landscapes available to you.

Located on the southern slope of the Jura massif on the banks of Lake Neuchâtel, the city faces the Alps. Its position on the northern part of Lake Neuchâtel makes it a strategic city economically speaking since it is only 20 kilometers from the French border, a little over 100 kilometers from the magnificent city of Geneva as well as 40 kilometers from Bern, to the east.

Recognized for its watchmaking industry, Neuchâtel has also developed greatly by also becoming a center of micro-technology and the high-tech industry. The vineyards of Neuchâtel are also known and appreciated by wine lovers. Since 2008, the Garanet and Garanoir grape varieties have even been admitted to the closed AOC club.

A true little Swiss gem, the town of Neuchâtel is home to many monuments to visit or see. Among these, be sure to admire Neuchâtel Castle which is located in the center of the city perched on a rocky outcrop. You can access it via rue du Château via the city center, from up there you can enjoy a panorama of the entire lake and the surrounding area.

Near the castle, you will find the Neuchâtel collegiate church. It is a religious building which was built between 1190 and 1276.

In the center of the town, you can pass in front of the Town Hall which was built on the site of the old city hospital.

During the last weekend of September each year, you can take advantage of your boat rental in Neuchâtel to come and celebrate the end of the grape harvest. It is an event that brings together more than 320,000 people each year.

Neuchâtel also hosts the only two 5-star hotels in the Jura Arc… The Beau-Rivage hotel which is located on the Place du Mont-Blanc as well as the Palafitte hotel.

Leaving the city, you can stroll on the surrounding mountains and hills, such as Mont Racine or Crêt du Cerevelet. Close to Yverdon-les-Bains, you can climb to the top of Chasseron to enjoy a magnificent view of the town and the southern part of Lake Neuchâtel.

How much does it cost to rent a boat in Neuchâtel?

You will find all types of boats on Click&Boat: from sailboats to barges and motorboats.

• On average, renting a sailboat will cost you €200 for a day on Lake Neuchâtel.

• You can rent a motor boat from €150 per day.

• Count on average €460 to rent a semi-rigid boat on Lake Neuchâtel.

• To spend a day on board a barge, plan on a minimum budget of €198.

Of course, the rental price varies depending on several factors. The equipment available on the boat, the period, the rental duration and the model of the boat are all elements that can influence the amount of your rental. During the reservation process, do not hesitate to send a message to the boat owner to ask any questions you may have. He might even be able to give you advice on how to spend a dream day on Lake Neuchâtel.

Rent a boat in Neuchâtel on Click&Boat

Leader in boat rental, Click&Boat offers you a very large choice of all types of boats from the magnificent city ​​of Neuchâtel.

Do you want to rent a motor boat or a semi-rigid boat? Are you more of a sailboat type and want to take advantage of the wind on the lake to sail? So, look for the boat rental of your dreams on Click and Boat.

You will also have the choice between three types of rental: classic navigation rental, co-navigation as well as dockside rental.

Renting a motor boat, a semi-rigid boat or a private sailboat is necessarily done with Click&Boat.

Boat rental: with or without a skipper

On Click&Boat, you can rent a boat with or without a skipper.

To find out if the boat you like is available for rental with skipper, simply click on the ad and you will directly see the words “With or without skipper”. Renting a boat with a skipper is the ideal option if you do not have a boat license and still want to enjoy an afternoon on Lake Neuchâtel. The skipper will take care of the navigation and you will not have to do anything.

If you want maximum freedom, then you can rent a boat without a skipper, you will then be the own captain of your boat.

Sail on Lake Neuchâtel

With your boat rental, you can leave from one of the city's four ports... Either from Nid-du- Crô, at Jeunes Rives, at Serrières or from the port of Neuchâtel itself.

You can then stroll on Lake Neuchâtel, reach the small town of Cortaillod or Concise. In the southern part of the lake, you can reach the beautiful town of Yverdon-les-Bains.

Lake Bienne is also accessible via the Thielle canal. While the Broye canal will allow you to reach Lake Murten.

Renting a boat on Lake Neuchâtel is also an opportunity to discover the pleasures of water sports. Some boats have a wakeboard, for example! Seasoned practitioners or beginners, everyone agrees that lakes are the best playground for wakeboarding. Indeed, the water is smooth and the only waves are those created by boats.

The port of Neuchâtel

Make a stopover at the port for a summer evening during your boat rental in Neuchâtel. The atmosphere of the place invites aperitifs with your feet in the water and long summer evenings. There are many restaurants and you will definitely find the one that suits you. Time seems to stand still and the expression “the sweetness of life” takes on its full meaning.

Frequently Asked Questions about Neuchâtel

How much does it cost to rent a boat in Neuchâtel for a day?

The average cost of renting a boat in Neuchâtel is around €530 per day. Various factors can influence the cost of a boat charter, such as the season, the year the boat was built, and the equipment. The prices can vary between €129 and €1,170 per day.

Is it possible to rent a boat with skipper in Neuchâtel?

It is possible to rent a boat with skipper in Neuchâtel. On Click&Boat, there are 5 boats in Neuchâtel where a skipper is available. However, please note that this comes at an additional cost, which is on average €187 per day.

How many cabins does a boat have in Neuchâtel?

Boats in Neuchâtel have an average of 2 cabins. If you travel with a large group, you can book boats with up to 3 cabins.

How many people can sleep on a boat in Neuchâtel?

A boat in Neuchâtel has on average 2 berths. You can find boats with up to 4 berths.

What is the average length of a boat in Neuchâtel?

The average length of a boat in Neuchâtel is 7 meters.

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