{"id":15669,"date":"2024-10-21T21:34:16","date_gmt":"2024-10-21T19:34:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/visit-port-du-havre-vedette-seine\/"},"modified":"2024-10-24T16:41:50","modified_gmt":"2024-10-24T14:41:50","slug":"visit-port-du-havre-boat-seine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/visit-port-du-havre-boat-seine\/","title":{"rendered":"Port of Le Havre by boat (tour + photos)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you’re a maritime enthusiast visiting the Cit\u00e9 Oc\u00e9ane, don’t miss the Seine boat trip from Le Havre marina! This excursion gave us a new perspective on Port 2000, one of France’s largest ports. From port facilities to gigantic ships, and some of the iconic works of art that grace the city, this sea tour promises to be a great experience.Here are some useful tips<\/strong> for planning your visit to the Port of Le Havre from the Seine, Normandy.<\/p>\n\n

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This guide is completely independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Is it worth taking a Seine boat tour of the Port of Le Havre?<\/h2>\n\n

Yes, the Port of Le Havre is well worth a visit by boat! This tour of the harbor by speedboat was a fascinating experience. Departing from the town’s marina, we sailed to Port 2000, a deepwater port dedicated to container traffic. We were impressed by the scale of the port facilities and the unique view of these giants of the seas. The tour offers a glimpse of maritime activity, from historic dykes to modern terminals. It’s an original way to discover Le Havre’s heritage and understand its economic importance. It was an enriching outing that we highly recommend.<\/p>\n\n

And it’s also one of the must-do activities in Le Havre<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n

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What you can see<\/h2>\n\n

Le Havre marina<\/h3>\n\n
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Our tour began at the Le Havre marina, opposite the Hilton Hotel. We enjoyed the lively atmosphere on the quayside, with its many sailboats and pleasure boats. Did you know that this port can accommodate 1,360 boats on pontoons? Which makes it one of the largest in the Channel! It also has a visitors’ area for boats of up to 45m in length. Before boarding, we took time to admire the view of the modern buildings lining the waterfront. The ideal starting point for discovering Le Havre’s maritime history!<\/p>\n\n

Aboard the Seine speedboat<\/h3>\n\n
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All aboard and cast off! Once aboard the launch, we made ourselves comfortable and enjoyed the tour, with commentary in French. The boat is spacious and well-equipped, with seating both inside and on the upper deck. You can move around freely to take photos or observe the different viewpoints. Of course, we also came across the famous seagulls that call Le Havre home. And let’s not forgetSt. Joseph’s Church<\/a>, which we spotted in the background, proudly emerging from behind the buildings near the docks.<\/p>\n\n

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