David J Posted December 2, 2009 Share Posted December 2, 2009 Hi,I'm just working out my best route to travel from Charente Maritime (south) to Amsterdam to collect my foals arriving next Tuesday and will be towing a horse trailer. Can anyone advise if the charge is double that of just a car or is there a special rate for horse boxes?Look forward to help on this.Have looked at route passing by Angouleme, up to Poitiers, then on to A10 to Tours, then on to the A28 to Rouen. From there aiming for Amiens, Arras, passing by Lille then over the border into Belgium via Gwent and then up to Amsterdam. Want to stay clear of Paris.Any other known route or suggestion suitable for towing would be welcome.Many thanks David J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chancer Posted December 2, 2009 Share Posted December 2, 2009 I think that it works out to about 50% more.If your trailer is under a certain height, somewhere between the roof height of a people carrier and a Transit van you then do not pay any extra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David J Posted December 2, 2009 Author Share Posted December 2, 2009 Many thanks for this information. Will go to the viamichelin website to work out a route plan. I had estimated a 100% increase for towing the horse trailer so will probably stick with original route and check toll charges. Regards David J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gosub Posted December 3, 2009 Share Posted December 3, 2009 Have a look HERE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooperlola Posted December 3, 2009 Share Posted December 3, 2009 I go to Belgium via the route you suggest (we're 20 mins from the A28) and I'd say your route looks fine, provided that you are comfortable with getting round Rouen. I've done it so many times I can do it in my sleep but if you're not used to it it could cause you a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David J Posted December 3, 2009 Author Share Posted December 3, 2009 Many thanks for the link. Just checked the height of the trailer and it is 2.65m so will be class 2.Looks like a slow journey in prospect for the 1000 Km trip each way. Better safe than sorry so no risks on our part hope others are like minded while in transit!Regards David J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 David, if you log on to www.cofiroute.fr you can download a PDF file that gives you all the information on route charges.Its called the 'guide practique'Bon route.Gary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mint Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Don't worry about costs at all, David. To coin a phrase, "They're WORTH it!"[:D][:P] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briwy Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Does anyone know if all the "doofah" suppliers charge the same for a given bit of motorway.Weve had a Sanef one for about three years which is fine but as we use the A28 virtually every time we go down to the Pyrenees this offer of 25% off would be good providing the charges are the same.Thanks for any help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weegie Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 The actual toll charges are the same but, as you will know, SANEF have a charge of €2 for any month in which it has been used. ALIS have no "usage" charge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David J Posted December 5, 2009 Author Share Posted December 5, 2009 Hi Gary,Thanks for the link. Most helpful. Just making final preparations for journey leaving early Monday morning. Expect to be in Amsterdam midday Tuesday after numerous stops and getting some kip somewhere on route. Hope the weather is ok but no rush when we get loaded as cargo is too important and we look forward to a safe return. Hope to be back Wednesday evening sometime and the foals can see their new home.Hope you are both okRegards David J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David J Posted December 5, 2009 Author Share Posted December 5, 2009 Hi Sweet!Just trying to save a buck or two so we can have an extra bottle of champers on return!!Nearly ready now. Final packing etc tomorrow and a good night's sleep and we'll be away early Monday morning. Sorry can't call in for breakfast or coffee!See you on returnRegards David J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David J Posted December 10, 2009 Author Share Posted December 10, 2009 Hi Sweet,We are back safe and sound with our new family members. The Rouen route then Amiens, Lille, Gent etc was ok but slow due to bad weather Monday night. Arrived Amsterdam Tuesday midday but foals needed extra time to recover from long flight so stayed overnight and arrived back safely at 1.30 this morning. Did the Paris route on the way back and saved 130kms but cost more with the heavier load to pull. Managed 4 hours sleep before alarm went at 8.00. All foals look better this morning after the rest.See you soon. David J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooperlola Posted December 10, 2009 Share Posted December 10, 2009 Well done. I always find towing naggies amazingly stressful. Do post a pic' when they've settled in.[:)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mint Posted December 10, 2009 Share Posted December 10, 2009 Was going to ring you this evening so you have saved me a phone call.Well done, you, to have got the foals back safe and sound. Speak to you tomorrow as we want you to have some time to get over your marathon trip!I am full of admiration....................good show! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David J Posted December 10, 2009 Author Share Posted December 10, 2009 Hi, Will do but can't remember how it is done as it is while since I posted photos before. I've got some which I took when I was over in the US before they flew over on Tuesday. They were about 4 months old then. They are now 8 months, 7 months & 7 months old .Await instructions from the professionals!Regards David J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David J Posted December 17, 2009 Author Share Posted December 17, 2009 Hi,Just found this picture to test if I have posted a photo correctly based on instructions found.http://[IMG 1013/IMG]May have to go back to the drawing board!!David J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mint Posted December 17, 2009 Share Posted December 17, 2009 Sorry, David, can't see nuthin!Could be my connection though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David J Posted December 18, 2009 Author Share Posted December 18, 2009 hi Sweet,Thanks for the glass of vin blanc this afternoon for me and Julie. Done the chores with the new arrivals. I too can't see a photo!!. Back to the drawing board!! Will email you with attachments of a few photos. You will see them for real next Thursday pm. BFN David J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David J Posted December 18, 2009 Author Share Posted December 18, 2009 Hi,I have emailed you a few photos of our new family members as I could not sort out the posting process. Hope you receive them.Regards David J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mint Posted December 18, 2009 Share Posted December 18, 2009 Hm...........can't wait. Just hope I can tell one end of the foals from the other. Only joking! But, you MIGHT have to show me the difference between le garçon et les filles! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David J Posted December 18, 2009 Author Share Posted December 18, 2009 Hi Sweet,You should have received the photos by now. please confirm receipt.BFN David J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David J Posted December 18, 2009 Author Share Posted December 18, 2009 Hi Cooperlola,Just updated some info and you can see one of our new babies. Think this should be on my screen saver!Did you get the attachments of other photos?BFN David J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mint Posted December 18, 2009 Share Posted December 18, 2009 Yes, got them, David, and I must say they do look very cute (was going to say sweet but I was afraid you'd think I meant they looked like me!)[:-))] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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