Station Racour

Yes — every boat on charter.boats is insured by its operator; we require it. The policy covers the vessel for fire, collision and third-party liability. You're only responsible for damage it doesn't cover, and that's capped at the security deposit.

Fuel isn't included, and on a powerboat it's the biggest variable cost. At a typical planing cruise this boat's 50 HP engine burn roughly 8 L/h — about €14 an hour at €1.75/L. It depends heavily on speed: easing off the throttle cuts it sharply, running flat out raises it. Plan your fuel around the hours and speed you expect to cruise.

De Spaanjerd is a 1,000-berth marina tucked along the Maas river in Ophoven, right on the Belgian-Dutch border near Maaseik. It's got that easy cross-border feel, with Roermond and Maastricht both within striking distance if you want to explore beyond the water. Read more →