France
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- Routes
- 6
- Ports
- 1979
- Founded
SEMITAN is a ferry operator, founded in 1979 and based in Nantes, France. It operates 0 ferry routes serving 6 ports.
Timetables
Which routes does SEMITAN operate?
0 routes with live schedules.
No routes listed yet.
Network
Where does SEMITAN sail?
SEMITAN sails to 6 ports.
Experience
Onboard & services
- River shuttle boats
- Electric & hybrid vessels
- Integrated Naolib/TAN ticket
- Bike-friendly
- The Navibus river-boat service of Nantes, part of the Naolib network
- Run by SEMITAN, the city's public-transport operator (founded 1979)
- Flagship Loire crossing to the village of Trentemoult
- Additional shuttles along and across the Erdre
- Electric and hybrid boats on the ordinary transit ticket
About
About SEMITAN
Navibus is the river-boat service of Nantes, France, part of the city's Naolib public-transport network run by SEMITAN. Its shuttles ply the Loire and Erdre rivers as an everyday extension of the tram and bus system, on the same ticket.
Shuttles on the Loire and Erdre
The best-known line crosses the Loire between the city-centre Gare Maritime and the colourful former fishing village of Trentemoult, running every ten to twenty minutes. Other Navibus routes cross and run along the Erdre, linking the railway-station area with St-Mihiel, the university and Port-Boyer.
Green boats, one ticket
SEMITAN, founded in 1979, operates the Nantes network for the metropolis; the Navibus boats — including electric and hybrid vessels — take the ordinary Naolib ticket, so a river crossing costs the same as a tram ride. River shuttles are a long Nantes tradition, dating back to the steam "roquios" of the late 19th century.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was SEMITAN founded?
SEMITAN was founded in 1979, and is headquartered in Nantes, France.
Where does SEMITAN sail?
SEMITAN operates 0 ferry routes and serves 6 ports in France, including Facultés, Facultés → Port Boyer, N3 Petit Port, N3 Port Boyer → Petit Port, Petit Port Facultés, Port Boyer.
What facilities are available on SEMITAN ferries?
SEMITAN ferries typically offer River shuttle boats, Electric & hybrid vessels, Integrated Naolib/TAN ticket, Bike-friendly. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
How early should I arrive for a SEMITAN ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a SEMITAN departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with SEMITAN.
How do I find SEMITAN ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every SEMITAN route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with SEMITAN before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
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