FAQ
The food onboard
How are our wines selected?
Our wines have been carefully selected. You will find a selection of red, white, and rosé wines, as well as champagne, including the prestigious Louis XV Cuvée from Maison De Venoge.
Please note, excessive drinking is dangerous for your health
How are our spirits selected?
Aboard the Capitaine Fracasse, you will find a particularly careful selection of spirits and liqueurs. You will also have the opportunity to discover our famous "Americano Maison"... A delight.
Please note, excessive drinking is dangerous for your health
Do you offer “Homemade” cuisine?
Yes, all the dishes served on board the Capitaine Fracasse are "Homemade" by the chef and his team. Our cuisine is exclusively made with fresh, seasonal products, most of which come from local or sustainable agriculture.
The privatization of the boat
Can I rent the boat for myself?
Yes, the Capitaine Fracasse is available for private hire, whether for private events or corporate functions. For any information or specific requests, we kindly ask you to fill in the form on the Privatisation page thoroughly.
The reservation
Do I need to make a reservation?
Reservation is mandatory for the Capitaine Fracasse (either online or by phone at 0826 10 48 15 (€0.15/min)). To ensure optimal comfort for passengers, the boat only carries 220 people, and the number of cruises is very limited in order to guarantee the quality of service at the best times.
The boat
How does the boat work?
The CAPITAINE FRACASSE is equipped with two engines driving shaft propulsion. It features a large panoramic lounge leading to a spacious terrace on the upper deck (accessible to smokers).
Is there a dress code?
There is no specific dress code on board the Capitaine Fracasse.
When was the boat built?
The "Capitaine Fracasse" was built by the Van Praet de Villeneuve-la-Garenne shipyard in the Paris region. It was launched in 2006.
The schedules
Why a 2-hour cruise?
Our cruises last 2 hours because this allows you to discover or re-discover a majority of the monuments of the City of Light while enjoying your meal in the best conditions.
The rates
Is there a charge for children under 3 years old?
No. If your child under three years old does not consume any food (meal, dessert, or drink) on board, the team at Capitaine Fracasse will offer their cruise for free. However, for safety reasons and for the comfort of all, we advise you to do your best not to bring "baby" along.
Do you accept credit cards?
For your payments on the Capitaine Fracasse, we accept credit cards including American Express. We also accept Chinese cards (UNION PAY) and Japanese cards (JCB).
Do you accept Holiday Vouchers?
In order to allow as many people as possible to enjoy our dinner cruises on the Seine aboard the Capitaine Fracasse, we accept ANCV Holiday Vouchers and even e-Holiday Vouchers (electronic Holiday Vouchers), but not Restaurant Tickets.
Do you accept restaurant vouchers?
Yes, we accept paper restaurant vouchers. However, a deposit of €15 per person is required by credit card. Please note that we do not accept e-Vacation Checks.