European Canal Closures – from 1 July 2025 Source: Cruising Association In France, the Canal entre Champagne et Bourgogne is closing because of shortage of the water. Much of the...

Source: City of Amsterdam Amsterdam Emission-Free Zone From 1 April 2025, the city centre area will become a zero-emission zone for pleasure boats, which means silent and clean sailing on...

Update Published July 2025: Source: The Independent EES now set to begin on 12 October 2025 with completion by 9 April. When EES is introduced (start date: 12 October 2025...

EES Launch Date Delayed For a Third Time Why is EES being introduced? EES is being introduced to bolster border security within the EU and its neighbouring countries, reduce illegal...

Source: Cruising Association The Netherlands Standing Mast Routes are popular with both sailing and motor yachts, not only because they serve as a gateway to destinations like the Kiel Canal...

Source: Cruising Association 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...