Embark from the Île aux Cygnes in Paris for a July 13 evening on the Seine. Aboard the Capitaine Fracasse, one of the finest restaurant boats in Paris, enjoy a dinner with food and wine pairing followed by the fireworks display.
Following an exceptional decision by the City of Paris, the fireworks celebrating the National Day, usually held on July 14, will take place this year on July 13, 2026.
The Eiffel Tower fireworks are launched on July 13 2026, and they are more beautiful every year. Why not experience them from the front row while enjoying this dinner cruise at a reasonable price? The Capitaine Fracasse dinner cruise is an exceptional experience, both for the quality of the dishes, the wine carefully selected by the onboard sommelier, and the length of the cruise. A departure at 8:00 p.m. for an end of service at 1:00 a.m. Let yourself be tempted by one of the most beautiful Parisian experiences to properly celebrate the national holiday.
Boarding (7:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
7:30 p.m.: Recommended arrival on the Île aux Cygnes, 15th arrondissement (via the staircase of the Bir-Hakeim bridge or the ramp of the Grenelle bridge).
Ticket check (QR or paper), welcome, and seating in the panoramic lounge or on the upper deck.
Departure (8:00 p.m.)
8:00 p.m. sharp: the boat leaves the dock — no delays accepted.
Peaceful navigation on the Seine. You pass successively iconic landmarks: Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Orsay Museum, Alexandre III Bridge, etc.
Gourmet dinner (around 8:15 p.m. – 10:15 p.m.)
8:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.: service begins with appetizers.
Then: starter, main course, dessert, all prepared on board by Chef Martial (Meilleur Ouvrier de France).
Seasonal menus, with vegetarian/vegan option on request.
Drinks included: glass of champagne, bottle of premium wine for two, water and coffee/tea.
Paced but relaxed service, light background music, access to the deck for photos or smoking breaks.
Fireworks (around 10:30 p.m.)
Stop of the boat near the Eiffel Tower at 10:30 p.m. for the fireworks display of July 14, launched from the Trocadéro gardens.
You are ideally positioned to admire the show (on deck or through the windows).
End of cruise (from 11:00 p.m. / return around 12:30 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.)
After the fireworks: navigation resumes.
Gradual return to the Île aux Cygnes.
Depending on crowds and river traffic, the return may extend until 12:30 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.
Disembarkation, thanks, end of the evening.
Experience the unique dinner cruise on the Seine during the French National Day. On the evening of July 13 2026, you will be welcomed just steps from the Eiffel Tower, on Île aux Cygnes, to begin a magnificent evening on the Seine. You will have plenty of time to enjoy a menu specially created for the occasion while the Paris landmarks pass before your eyes. At nightfall, the boat will stop to give you an unobstructed view of the Eiffel Tower, next to which the fireworks will be launched. Book quickly, places are limited.
For other dates, you can consult our offers for the Capitaine Fracasse dinner cruises.
Have you planned a special event to properly celebrate the storming of the Bastille in Paris on the evening of July 14? Meet aboard the Capitaine Fracasse, which offers you the opportunity to combine a superb all-inclusive dinner cruise with front-row seats to the fireworks display from the Trocadéro.
