Cruise the Moselle aboard La Flottille’s quiet, electric Ruban Bleu Scoop 2. Glide sustainably on France’s storied waterways with a smooth ride designed for comfort and connection.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour typical, up to 8 hours max
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, minimal physical demand
Wildlife
History
Metz’s waterways have long supported trade and settlement since Roman times, shaping the city’s growth alongside natural river corridors.
Conservation
La Flottille emphasizes sustainable motor usage through electric propulsion to reduce emissions and preserve the delicate aquatic environment of the Moselle.
La Flottille
Cruise the Moselle aboard La Flottille’s quiet, electric Ruban Bleu Scoop 2. Glide sustainably on France’s storied waterways with a smooth ride designed for comfort and connection.
La Flottille is a boat rental operator based in Metz, Grand Est, offering a range of electric boats and pedal boats for short excursions and extended rentals. The fleet includes larger-capacity electric models and compact vessels suited to small groups and families. Trips range from 30-minute themed experiences — such as the Saviboat Port miniature Police maritime and Port miniature Pompier — to one-hour leisure cruises on electric boats like Le Ruban Bleu Sensas and Le Ruban Bleu Ace. One flagship electric vessel, Le Ruban Bleu Most, accommodates up to 11 people, while several smaller boats are designed for groups of up to five.
La Flottille lists clear capacity and duration details for each offering, including hourly options and a long-range electric model (Ruban Bleu Scoop 2) capable of multiple hours of operation. Several boats specify age recommendations for pilots (for example, models suitable for ages 16 and up). The business is featured on The Adventure Collective and operates from Metz, serving visitors and local residents seeking boat hire, family boating, and river excursions in Grand Est.
Descriptions focus on vessel type, passenger capacity, trip length, and basic operating parameters. Prospective renters can compare pedal boat options (Balado, Pioner Boats Trio) with electric models (Ruban Bleu series, Ruban Bleu Scoop 2) to match group size and preferred trip duration. All information is presented in third person and reflects the published offering details for La Flottille in Metz.
Max Capacity
11 people
Largest boat seats 11
Duration Options
30 min – 8 hours
Short to extended rentals available
Electric Boats
Multiple models
Several electric models available
Location
Metz, Grand Est
Launch point for all trips
Reserve electric boats, pedal boats, or themed 30–60 minute experiences with La Flottille and plan a water outing from Metz, Grand Est.
Book in Advance for Preferred Time Slots
Popular afternoon and weekend tours fill quickly—reserve ahead to secure a spot on the Ruban Bleu Scoop 2.
Bring Sun Protection
The open deck leaves passengers exposed—wear sunscreen and bring hats for extended daytime trips.
Keep Noise to a Minimum
The quiet electric motor encourages peaceful wildlife sightings; avoid loud sounds to enhance the experience.
Use Stable Footwear Boarding
The dock area can be slippery—wear non-slip shoes for safe embarkation and disembarkation.
Sunscreen
Protects skin during extended exposure to sun on open water.
summer
Hat and Sunglasses
Shields eyes and face from glare and sun rays while cruising.
summer
Non-slip Footwear
Ensures stable footing on wet docks and boat decks.
Light Jacket
Provides warmth against river breezes during cooler months.
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