Buy a Canal Boat? Unique opportunity via public auction
Looking for your own canal boat to enjoy the water in the city? At Boatauction.com, you’ll find a rotating selection of boats made for canals — and not just any boats. These are confiscated canal boats, seized by the municipalities of Amsterdam, Zaandam and Leiden and sold through public auction.
What is a canal boat?
A canal boat is designed for urban and narrow waters. These boats are compact, maneuverable and often have a low profile — ideal for passing under bridges.
Typical options include:
- Electric sloops
- Small cabin boats
- Open boats
- Inflatable canal boats
Perfect for city cruising, weekend trips, or a relaxing evening on the water.
Why buy a canal boat through Boatauction?
Boatauction.com gives you access to confiscated canal boats at highly competitive prices. Since these boats are often impounded for reasons such as illegal mooring or missing registration, they are sold through transparent municipal auctions.
Key benefits:
- Easy bidding process
- Verified ownership transfer
- Affordable and often ready-to-sail
- Changing weekly inventory
Whether you're looking for a simple canal boat or a stylish urban sloop, you’ll find it here.
What types of boats are available?
Each auction varies, but you’ll often find:
- Electric canal boats
- Classic wooden sloops
- Aluminum or rubber boats
- Compact motorboats
Some are ready to use, others may need minor repairs.
How does it work?
- View the current auctions on Boatauction.com
- Place your bid online
- Win the auction and receive clear pickup instructions
- Enjoy your own used canal boat
