Cité des Bateliers

Longueil-Annel, a charming, peaceful village nestled on the banks of the Oise and its lateral canal, is renowned for its fascinating history of inland navigation. You'll be immersed in the world of boatmen, past and present. Your visit will take in a number of areas and highlights. Firstly, the museum house, a former business premises, with areas devoted to major inventions, followed by audio books featuring authentic testimonials from former bargemen, and finally, the film on the history of the village, key dates in the history of inland navigation and future projects. Next, the 1936 Freycinet barge, on which you will be fully immersed in the day-to-day life of this very special profession. Finally, on the L?Escapade hybrid boat, you can enjoy a trip along the water between Longueil-Annel and Compiègne, with or without food and drink, accompanied by the on-board sailor.