European Inland Waterways

synonym: 
eiw

Cruising Association provides guidance on new Amsterdam vignette

A new scheme to reduce pollution and prevent overcrowding on the waterways of Amsterdam now requires most boats transiting the city to purchase a vignette.

Costing €40 and valid for three years, the charge applies to all Amsterdam waterways – including the Standing Mast Route used by hundreds of boats each year – with the exception of a few major waterways such as the Nordzeekanaal and Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal.

EIWS Quiz 2023

Date: 
Mon, 20/02/2023 - 19:15

Following on from the success of the two lockdown quizzes the EIWS section is opening the 2023 season with another fun Zoom quiz. The quiz will be mostly general knowledge on a nautical theme - but in one round you will once again have the chance to show off your CEVNI knowledge (or not....).

Cruising Association publishes new and updated Cruising and Mooring Guides for European Inland Waterways

The Cruising Association (CA) is pleased to announce that new and updated, full colour print and digital editions of the Cruising Association's six main European Inland Waterways Cruising Guides, covering Belgium, France, Germany and the Netherlands have been published for 2023.

EIWS Spring Seminar

Date: 
Sat, 04/03/2023 - 10:30 to 17:00

We are holding a one-day seminar for CA members and non-members interested in cruising the European Inland Waterways. The programme is designed both for experienced users and for those contemplating exploring these fascinating waterways for the first time.

There will be presentations on each of the four popular countries, France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany. Speakers will describe the pros and cons of visiting each country along with an up-to-date explanation of the situation there. Presentations will be short with plenty of time for discussion.

European Inland Waterways Annual Seminar and Lunch

Date: 
Sat, 23/11/2019 - 10:00

This year’s Annual Seminar and Lunch will include presentations on Using Technology while Afloat; Cruising Through Germany to Norway; Boating in Europe after Brexit

European Inland Waterways Section Seminar

Date: 
Sat, 24/11/2018 - 00:00

The annual European Inland Waterways Seminar is a must-do event for those cruising, or planning to cruise, the Inland Waterways of Europe. It will provide a great opportunity to meet friends old and new and to hear a range of talks that will entertain and inform.

EIWS Annual Seminar and Lunch

Date: 
Sat, 25/11/2017 - 10:30

European Inland Cruising – See Europe before it closes!

The EIW Section Seminar will take place on Saturday 25 November 2017 at CA House 10.30am to 4pm.

A provisional programme is attached and you can book here.

 

 

EIWS Annual Seminar and Lunch

Date: 
Sat, 19/11/2016 - 10:30 to 16:30

19 November 2016 10:30 (registration from 10:00) to 16:30 EIWS Autumn Meeting. Details below. To book click HERE

 

Cruising Europe: fast and slow, 21st November

Date: 
Sat, 21/11/2015 - 10:30 to 16:00

Cruising Europe: fast and slow,

European Inland Waterways Section Autumn Meeting

Talks will include Mike Biden on Cruising the River Ring made up of stretches of the Rhine, the Moselle and the Meuse, and so taking in France, Germany and Luxembourg; and an Overview of French Inland Waterway Cruising presented by Julian & Vanessa Dussek.

Carol Service & Supper

Date: 
Wed, 17/12/2014 - 17:45 to 22:00

Begin your Festive Season by joining us at this event!


Please come and join us for Carols at St Anne's Limehouse on Wednesday 17th December.  The evening begins with mulled wine and minced pies at CA House before a wonderful short walk along the star-lit canal path as the bells of St Anne's ring out. Then join in the Candlelight Carol service at St Anne's; one of the most beautiful of Hawksmoor's churches.  After our walk back along the canal path, there is Christmas supper at CA House where you can chat with old friends and make new ones.