200 Schleusen in Frankreich — Das hätte ich vorher wissen sollen

Ahoy! 👋 How do French locks really work? 🇫🇷 👉 https://nami-sailing.de/frankreich-ka... In this video, I'll explain everything you need to know for sailing through France—from the telecommande (lock control) and lock keeper etiquette to VHF radio communication at large locks. Step by step, with practical tips from over 200 locks we've navigated with Nami. French locks can be intimidating the first time: Which button? Which VHF channel? What do I tell the lock keeper? And which mistakes will cause real stress? This video gives you the complete guide—from arriving at the lock to exiting smoothly. Plus: Three important practical tips on line handling, safety distance, and onboard role distribution that will save you a lot of trouble. French locks can be intimidating the first time: Which button? Which VHF channel? What do I tell the lock keeper? And which mistakes will cause real stress? This video gives you the complete guide—from arriving at the lock to exiting smoothly. Plus: Three important practical tips on line management, safety distance, and role distribution on board that will save you a lot of trouble. 🇫🇷 👉 https://nami-sailing.de/frankreich-ka... ... ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro & What It's About 0:50 The 3 Lock Types in France 2:30 The Telecommande Step by Step 4:30 Manual Locks & Lock Keeper Etiquette 6:00 Large Locks with VHF Radio 7:00 Practical Tips from Our Own Experience 8:30 Our Experiences with Nami 📋 WHAT YOU'LL KNOW AFTER WATCHING THE VIDEO: ✔️ Which Lock Types Exist in France ✔️ How the Telecommande Works (Step by Step) ✔️ Which VHF Channels Are Used at Large Locks ✔️ How to Address Lock Keepers Correctly ✔️ Which Mistakes You Should Absolutely Avoid 🔗 USEFUL LINKS: • The France Channel Guide: https://nami-sailing.de • VNF — Voies Navigables de France: https://www.vnf.fr • Video 1: Buy your VNF vignette online — http://nami-sailing.de/franzosischer-... • Video 2: VNF vignette costs 2026 —    • Frankreich mit dem Boot: Diese Gebühren ko...   • Video 3: What boat dimensions are permitted? —    • Französische Kanäle — Welche Bootsmaße sin...   ⛵ ABOUT NAMI SAILING: We are Denis and Doro, and since 2023 we have been sailing our Nami through Europe's waterways — from the Baltic Sea through the French canals to the Mediterranean. On our channel, we share everything we've learned along the way: tutorials, practical tips, and honest experiences from life on board. 🌊 NEXT VIDEO: Which route did we take through France? Champagne, Burgundy, Centre — some options, specific routes 👍 If you found this video helpful, please give it a like and subscribe for more content about boating, canals, and sailing and motoring trips. 📩 Contact & more: https://nami-sailing.de #FrenchLocks #FrenchCanal #VNF ⚓ Welcome aboard! We are Doro & Denis – two sailors, one boat, one dream: to travel the world. 🌍 ─────────────────────────────── 🗺️ FRANCE CANAL GUIDE Save yourself months of research and costly beginner mistakes! All the insider tips and routes for the French canals – all in one place: 👉 https://nami-sailing.de/frankreich-ka... ─────────────────────────────── 📖 MORE FROM US ➡️ Blog: https://nami-sailing.de/ 💛 SUPPORT OUR ADVENTURE ☕ Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/namisailing 🎥 Patreon (exclusive insights & extras):   / nami_sailing   📸 FOLLOW US Instagram:   / denis_._doro   📩 CONTACT: See “Info” or Blog