Couples activity in Amiens: a boat tour with Jules
For a weekend, a surprise or a break after work, the Ecologik Amiens boat tour is a simple way to see the city differently. The Hortillonnages escapade is a loop from Île au Fagot, in the heart of the Hortillonnages: a quiet interlude, away from the bustle of the city centre.
Calm, intimate, no show
A boat, Jules aboard, your group and the sound of the water. No microphone, no giant cruise, no staging. For two, it is one of the simplest ways to step out of the pace of the city, for a loop along the narrow waterways.
Private hire for two
You can book two seats on the shared boat, or book the whole outing to be alone with Jules. Handy for a proposal, a birthday, a return from a trip, or simply to have the boat to yourselves. The applicable price is shown when you book.
If you prefer the shared boat, the outing stays small and the conversation can flow naturally with the other passengers — or not.
Late afternoon and evening light
Departures are at fixed times; the last one of the day is in the late afternoon. At the end of summer, it can come close to the evening light — without ever guaranteeing a visible sun: the light depends on the clouds.
Making an evening of it in Amiens
After the loop, take your time: Saint-Leu and its canals on foot, a terrace, a restaurant in the district. Want to link the boat and Saint-Leu directly? The mixed format follows the tour with a walk to the district. Food and drinks are paid directly to the venue.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the official Hortillonnages tour?
No. Ecologik Amiens offers a boat escapade guided by Jules, separate from the official Hortillonnages tour: that one has its own starting point, its own route and its own ticket office. The Ecologik escapade is a different local experience, along the water and through the nature of Amiens.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point depends on the tour you choose: it is always shown before booking and repeated in the confirmation email. The boat tour in the heart of the Hortillonnages starts and ends at Île au Fagot (a loop). The walking tours of Saint-Leu start at Place du Don. The boat tour through Saint-Leu returns next season.
Are dogs welcome?
Yes, dogs come free of charge. On the shared boat, one dog per booking, declared when booking so the other passengers know, kept on a lead and under the responsibility of the person accompanying it. When you book the whole boat, several dogs are possible.
Do babies take a seat on the boat?
No. Babies under 3 are free and take no seat on the boat, as they are carried in a parent’s arms. They must still be declared when booking.
Can we book for just two?
Yes, subject to availability and to the rules of the tour you choose.
Can we be alone in the boat?
Yes, by booking the whole outing. The price is shown when you book.
Is the sunset guaranteed?
No. The last departure of the day is the one that comes closest to the evening light, depending on the season, but a visible sun depends on the conditions of the day.