Canal Boats Telemark
Canal Boats Telemark
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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World's first rental company of 100% electric cabin cruisers. You'll drive silently through the great and diverse waterline the county of Telemark has to offer. From the beautiful coastline in the east to the impressive locks and dense forest in the west.
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Wim v
3 contributions
Dec 2022
i rented a greenline 33 from canalboats for 10 days in late november/early december.
simply amazing!
the host:
both, during email contact and later during the boat handover, Nora was super friendly, answered all questions in detail, was flexible, correct, and helpful - beyond expectations. THANK YOU!
the boat:
mint condition both inside and outside, looked so new I was afraid to use it and covered the seating area with spare towels :)
the main cabin has 2 beds that can be joined to a double bed and there are 2 bunk beds; plenty of outlets for 220V and USB-A (and C), coffee machine, all cutlery, plates, pans, glasses, TV for streaming Netflix, youtube, amazon, etc. (no regular TV reception), spacious fridge+small freezer, induction+microwave.
boat has airco and heating. with outside temperatures around freezing levels, you get the inside to around 15 degrees, which was perfect for winter. i switched off the heating over night, the cabin cools down to around 5 degrees, the supplied bed linens keep you really warm. for winter travel i recommend a small portable fan heater, too.
the helm and the side deck are rather narrow, the greenline 39 seems to be a better fit for a big person.
electric boating is an experience in itself. smooth, precise throttle control when maneuvering, no noise, no vibration, no fumes, phantastic! the electronic navigation (with autopilot) was a great help in the fjords
range is no issue. cruising at 4-5kts should give you 12-15 hours, 6kts should give you just about 10 hours. i sailed 5-7 hours per day and usually arrived with the battery around 50%.
charging is no problem, all marinas had 16A (around 3 - 3.5kw charge current) and the next morning the battery was full.
handling is easy, boat is equipped with both bow and stern thrusters.
running hot water in the shower was good for max.10 minutes, but that could be because of the cold outside temperatures.
open sea is ok for waves up to 1 meter or so, any more is definitely stretching comfort, but it's much nicer staying inside the fjords anyway.
the trip:
telemark canal is closed in winter, so i travelled along the coast, through the fjords, via brevik, langesund, trosbyfjorden, kragero, risor, tvedestrand and returning via valle, nevlunghavn, helgeroa.
The scenery is very beautiful, with all its little (and big) rock formations along the route, the beautiful summer houses - sometimes built on tiny islands, forests and wildlife, and all those picturesque towns. In some areas i'd slow down to walking speed or less, to silently drift through the fjords to enjoy this amazing scenery on calm waters
simply amazing!
the host:
both, during email contact and later during the boat handover, Nora was super friendly, answered all questions in detail, was flexible, correct, and helpful - beyond expectations. THANK YOU!
the boat:
mint condition both inside and outside, looked so new I was afraid to use it and covered the seating area with spare towels :)
the main cabin has 2 beds that can be joined to a double bed and there are 2 bunk beds; plenty of outlets for 220V and USB-A (and C), coffee machine, all cutlery, plates, pans, glasses, TV for streaming Netflix, youtube, amazon, etc. (no regular TV reception), spacious fridge+small freezer, induction+microwave.
boat has airco and heating. with outside temperatures around freezing levels, you get the inside to around 15 degrees, which was perfect for winter. i switched off the heating over night, the cabin cools down to around 5 degrees, the supplied bed linens keep you really warm. for winter travel i recommend a small portable fan heater, too.
the helm and the side deck are rather narrow, the greenline 39 seems to be a better fit for a big person.
electric boating is an experience in itself. smooth, precise throttle control when maneuvering, no noise, no vibration, no fumes, phantastic! the electronic navigation (with autopilot) was a great help in the fjords
range is no issue. cruising at 4-5kts should give you 12-15 hours, 6kts should give you just about 10 hours. i sailed 5-7 hours per day and usually arrived with the battery around 50%.
charging is no problem, all marinas had 16A (around 3 - 3.5kw charge current) and the next morning the battery was full.
handling is easy, boat is equipped with both bow and stern thrusters.
running hot water in the shower was good for max.10 minutes, but that could be because of the cold outside temperatures.
open sea is ok for waves up to 1 meter or so, any more is definitely stretching comfort, but it's much nicer staying inside the fjords anyway.
the trip:
telemark canal is closed in winter, so i travelled along the coast, through the fjords, via brevik, langesund, trosbyfjorden, kragero, risor, tvedestrand and returning via valle, nevlunghavn, helgeroa.
The scenery is very beautiful, with all its little (and big) rock formations along the route, the beautiful summer houses - sometimes built on tiny islands, forests and wildlife, and all those picturesque towns. In some areas i'd slow down to walking speed or less, to silently drift through the fjords to enjoy this amazing scenery on calm waters
Written 25 December 2022
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Dear Wolfgang,
I am so overwhelmed about your amazing review. Thank you so much for reviewing both our service, our boat and our area. I am so happy that it fulfilled your expectations. It was a huge pleasure welcoming you to Telemark. Hopefully we'll meet soon again. Next time up the Telemark canal ;)
All the best and happy new year.
Best regards, Nora
Written 3 January 2023
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adbarnett3900
4 contributions
Aug 2022
We rented a Greenline 33 (electric boat). The whole experience was fantastic and thoroughly recommended. The trip started in Porsgrunn, Norway a comfortable train ride from Oslo or Sandjeford airport (for this trip you do not need a car). We were met by Nora who is an absolute star. She explained everything and gave us a good overview of the boat and places to visit along the canal. The boats are very easy to handle with bow and stern thrusters. As the boats are all electric they are so quiet and extremely comfortable. The marinas along the way are lovely in small towns and great facilities and charging. The costs are absolutely minimal. This is a wonderful trip and I can't say enough about it - Thank you Nora we will be back......
Written 30 August 2022
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Dear Adbarnett3900,
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We are delighted to hear that your Greenline 33 rental met your expectations and that you found the whole journey thoroughly recommended.
It's fantastic to know that your journey commenced seamlessly in Porsgrunn, and the convenience of reaching there by train from Oslo or Sandefjord airport is indeed a great advantage. We're glad to hear that you found the option of traveling without a car to be a viable and enjoyable choice for this trip.
We're thrilled that our team made a positive impression on you and provided exceptional service. Our team takes great pride in ensuring that our guests have a comprehensive understanding of the boat's features and are well-informed about the destinations along the canal. It's wonderful that you felt well-prepared for your adventure.
Thank you for your kind words and for expressing your enthusiasm about the trip. We're truly honored by your recommendation and excited that you're considering returning. We'll be more than happy to welcome you back, and we look forward to creating even more memorable moments for you on your next journey with us.
Warm regards,
Nora,
Canal Boats Telemark Team
Written 8 August 2023
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Petterole
Bergen, Norway16 contributions
Jul 2021
This was 7 fantastic days. We went there with lofty expectations, but the experience surpassed these.
The silent beautiful boat - its was just an utter pleasure to be on this boat. The handling was made super-easy by strong thrusters front and aft. My earlier boat experience is with a 27ft boat without aft thrusters and this Dreamline 39 (Greenline) was just easier. In addition to the boat itself it was an experience of a lifetime going up (and down) the beautiful locks of Telemark. After a few days in the canal, we took the boat to the stunning archipelagos at the coast. The service from Canal Boats Telemark was also just excellent. We must do this again..
The silent beautiful boat - its was just an utter pleasure to be on this boat. The handling was made super-easy by strong thrusters front and aft. My earlier boat experience is with a 27ft boat without aft thrusters and this Dreamline 39 (Greenline) was just easier. In addition to the boat itself it was an experience of a lifetime going up (and down) the beautiful locks of Telemark. After a few days in the canal, we took the boat to the stunning archipelagos at the coast. The service from Canal Boats Telemark was also just excellent. We must do this again..
Written 5 August 2021
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Dear Petterole,
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that your 7-day journey with Canal Boats Telemark exceeded your lofty expectations and provided you with fantastic memories.
We're also proud to hear that our service lived up to your expectations. Our team at Canal Boats Telemark is committed to providing excellent service and making sure every aspect of your journey is as enjoyable as possible.
Please don't hesitate to reach out when you're ready to embark on another adventure with us.
Warm regards,
Nora
Canal Boats Telemark Team
Written 8 August 2023
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