cruising route Louhans / Digoin / Louhans
Louhans - Digoin - Louhans - 512 Km - 136 Locks - 95 h of navigation - 14 Nights (2 weeks)
From Louhans to Branges, 3 km, 1 Lock(s), 0.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Louhans > Branges
Monument
Louhans
In addition to two remarkable structures, the Church of Saint-Pierre with its multicolored tiles and the Hotel-Dieu hospital, Lohans is particularly known for its market with its cattle fair.From Branges to Ouroux, 57 km, 4 Lock(s), 8.4 h of navigation
Stopover : Branges > Cuisery > Tournus > Ouroux
Monument
Cuisery
One of the four French 'cities of books', there are more than 10 bookshops, as well as a museum devoted to the history of the book.
Monument
Tournus
The most remarkable historical builing in Tournus is the Church of Saint Philibert. This 10th century former abbey is one of the most prestigious sanctuaries of early Roman art.
Nature
the Natural Reserve of La Truchere
This wetland, located at the confluence of the Seille and Saône rivers, is the ideal location to spot the 153 species of birds local to the area, as well as something astonishing: a sand dune shaped by winds 5,000 years ago!From Ouroux to Seurre, 58 km, 1 Lock(s), 7.9 h of navigation
Stopover : Ouroux > Châlon sur Saône > Verdun sur le Doubs > Seurre
Monument
Seurre
This pleasant boat stop offers you all of its services. Here you must take the cance to visit the Hotel Dieu hospital, one of the most beautiful in Burgundy, dating back to 1688.
Monument
Verdun-sur-le-Doubs
Established by the Romans in the 1st century, this river port has a glorious fluvial past. The most remarkable landmark is the Hotel Dieu hospital, which still receives a few long-stay patients.
Monument
Châlon-sur-Saône
This old Roman port (Caesar's winter headquarters) still retains a military appearance; it was also the birthplace of Nicéphore Niépce.
Monument
Hôtel Dieu
Voyagez dans le temps en explorant l’Hôtel Dieu, fondé en 1688. Découvrez la vie hospitalière des XVIIe et XVIIIe siècles à travers la grande salle des malades, la chapelle Saint-Louis et l’apothicairerie.
Monument
Le Vieux Verdun
Remontez le temps en suivant un parcours guidé à travers le Vieux Verdun, découvrant ses tours, bâtiments historiques et vestiges de fortifications chargés d’histoire.
Monument
La Tour du Doyenné
Remontant au XVe siècle, cette tour historique offre une vue panoramique sur la ville depuis l’île Saint-Laurent. Découvrez le jardin environnant, abritant un tilleul provenant des pépinières de Buffon, une figure des Lumières.
Monument
La Cathédrale Saint-Vincent
Classée au patrimoine historique depuis 1903, cette cathédrale construite entre les XIe et XVIe siècles offre une architecture hétéroclite, entre art roman et gothique. Lors de votre visite, ne manquez pas le cloître.
Nature
the arboretum of Verdun-sur-le-Doubs
This small island, situated at the confluence of the Saône and Doubs rivers, has been set up so that tourists can discover the local fauna and flora.
Nature
Le Jardin anglais
Évadez-vous dans le jardin à l’anglaise où la quiétude règne. Promenez-vous parmi les majestueux arbres dont un séquoia géant et profitez de l’aire de jeux.
Nature
L’étang de Pontoux
Plongez dans la nature en faisant une balade autour de l’étang de Pontoux, où une variété d’oiseaux vous attendent pour une expérience immersive.
Vineyard
the Côtes Chalonnaise
Gastronomy
the Pochouse (river fish mixture cooked in a wine sauce)
Swimming
the Leisure center of Seurre
Swimming
the swimming area of ??Chalon sur Saone
Sports and leisure activities
the Leisure Center of St Nicolas sur Saone
This large water sports center is an ideal location for tourists. Swimming, water sports, playground,..
Sports and leisure activities
Kayak
Imprégnez-vous de la sérénité du Doubs en faisant du kayak, tout en observant les guêpiers d’Europe le long de la rivière.From Seurre to Chagny, 45 km, 13 Lock(s), 8.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Seurre > St Jean de Losne > Chagny
Monument
Saint Jean de Losne
Saint Jean de Losne is the waterway capital of Burgundy. Situated at the intersection of the Saône river, the Burgundy Canal and the Rhône-Rhine Canal, this town is dedicated entirely to waterway cruising.
Monument
Seurre
This pleasant boat stop offers you all of its services. Here you must take the cance to visit the Hotel Dieu hospital, one of the most beautiful in Burgundy, dating back to 1688.
Monument
Chagny
At the heart of the Burgundy wine region (between the Côte de Beaune and the Côte Chalonnaise), Chagny is bursting with great gourmet restaurants, the most famous being Lameloise (3 Michelin stars).
Monument
Hôtel Dieu
Voyagez dans le temps en explorant l’Hôtel Dieu, fondé en 1688. Découvrez la vie hospitalière des XVIIe et XVIIIe siècles à travers la grande salle des malades, la chapelle Saint-Louis et l’apothicairerie.
Nature
Le Jardin anglais
Évadez-vous dans le jardin à l’anglaise où la quiétude règne. Promenez-vous parmi les majestueux arbres dont un séquoia géant et profitez de l’aire de jeux.
Vineyard
the Côtes de Beaune
Swimming
the Leisure center of Seurre
From Chagny to Montchanin, 32 km, 23 Lock(s), 8.9 h of navigation
Stopover : Chagny > St Léger sur Dheune > Montchanin
Monument
Ecuisses
Formerly made up on 7 locks, the Ecuisse ladder now only features 5. In the middle of the passage you will be able to discover the history of the Canal du Centre by visiting the Canal Museum.
Vineyard
the Côtes Chalonnaise
From Montchanin to Palinges, 33 km, 17 Lock(s), 7.8 h of navigation
Stopover : Montchanin > Montceau les Mines > Palinges
Monument
Palinges
Completed in the 18th century, the Château de Digoine in Palinges is a beautiful old abode. It is fitted with a small private theatre, called Italian-style, decorated by Cicéri and popular with famous names from Offenbach to Sarah Bernhardt.
Monument
Montceau-les-Mines
This old 19th century mining town definitely warrants taking a break from your boat, with its inviting pedestrian streets and small art galleries, including that of Monique Thierry.From Palinges to Paray le Monial, 39 km, 13 Lock(s), 7.8 h of navigation
Stopover : Palinges > Paray le Monial > Digoin > Paray le Monial
Monument
Palinges
Completed in the 18th century, the Château de Digoine in Palinges is a beautiful old abode. It is fitted with a small private theatre, called Italian-style, decorated by Cicéri and popular with famous names from Offenbach to Sarah Bernhardt.
Monument
Paray-le-Monial
The Basilica of the Sacré-Coeur is the most well-known landmark of Paray-le-Monial. This 12th century building, built by Hugh of Semur, is the best preserved example of Cluniac architecture in Burgundy.
River constructions
the Canal Bridge of Digion
This aqueduct allows the Loire river to be crossed; at 235m in length it is smaller than the one in Briare.
Gastronomy
the trim of Canalou (perch, pike, salmon, eel with red wine sauce)
From Paray le Monial to Montceau les Mines, 38 km, 14 Lock(s), 7.9 h of navigation
Stopover : Paray le Monial > Palinges > Montceau les Mines
Monument
Palinges
Completed in the 18th century, the Château de Digoine in Palinges is a beautiful old abode. It is fitted with a small private theatre, called Italian-style, decorated by Cicéri and popular with famous names from Offenbach to Sarah Bernhardt.
Monument
Paray-le-Monial
The Basilica of the Sacré-Coeur is the most well-known landmark of Paray-le-Monial. This 12th century building, built by Hugh of Semur, is the best preserved example of Cluniac architecture in Burgundy.
Monument
Montceau-les-Mines
This old 19th century mining town definitely warrants taking a break from your boat, with its inviting pedestrian streets and small art galleries, including that of Monique Thierry.From Montceau les Mines to St Léger sur Dheune, 31 km, 27 Lock(s), 9.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Montceau les Mines > Montchanin > St Léger sur Dheune
Monument
Ecuisses
Formerly made up on 7 locks, the Ecuisse ladder now only features 5. In the middle of the passage you will be able to discover the history of the Canal du Centre by visiting the Canal Museum.From St Léger sur Dheune to St Jean de Losne, 30 km, 16 Lock(s), 7.2 h of navigation
Stopover : St Léger sur Dheune > Chagny > St Jean de Losne
Monument
Chagny
At the heart of the Burgundy wine region (between the Côte de Beaune and the Côte Chalonnaise), Chagny is bursting with great gourmet restaurants, the most famous being Lameloise (3 Michelin stars).
Monument
Saint Jean de Losne
Saint Jean de Losne is the waterway capital of Burgundy. Situated at the intersection of the Saône river, the Burgundy Canal and the Rhône-Rhine Canal, this town is dedicated entirely to waterway cruising.
Vineyard
the Côtes Chalonnaise
Vineyard
the Côtes de Beaune
From St Jean de Losne to Verdun sur le Doubs, 48 km, 2 Lock(s), 6.8 h of navigation
Stopover : St Jean de Losne > Seurre > Verdun sur le Doubs
Monument
Saint Jean de Losne
Saint Jean de Losne is the waterway capital of Burgundy. Situated at the intersection of the Saône river, the Burgundy Canal and the Rhône-Rhine Canal, this town is dedicated entirely to waterway cruising.
Monument
Seurre
This pleasant boat stop offers you all of its services. Here you must take the cance to visit the Hotel Dieu hospital, one of the most beautiful in Burgundy, dating back to 1688.
Monument
Verdun-sur-le-Doubs
Established by the Romans in the 1st century, this river port has a glorious fluvial past. The most remarkable landmark is the Hotel Dieu hospital, which still receives a few long-stay patients.
Monument
Le Vieux Verdun
Remontez le temps en suivant un parcours guidé à travers le Vieux Verdun, découvrant ses tours, bâtiments historiques et vestiges de fortifications chargés d’histoire.
Monument
Hôtel Dieu
Voyagez dans le temps en explorant l’Hôtel Dieu, fondé en 1688. Découvrez la vie hospitalière des XVIIe et XVIIIe siècles à travers la grande salle des malades, la chapelle Saint-Louis et l’apothicairerie.
Nature
the arboretum of Verdun-sur-le-Doubs
This small island, situated at the confluence of the Saône and Doubs rivers, has been set up so that tourists can discover the local fauna and flora.
Nature
L’étang de Pontoux
Plongez dans la nature en faisant une balade autour de l’étang de Pontoux, où une variété d’oiseaux vous attendent pour une expérience immersive.
Nature
Le Jardin anglais
Évadez-vous dans le jardin à l’anglaise où la quiétude règne. Promenez-vous parmi les majestueux arbres dont un séquoia géant et profitez de l’aire de jeux.
Gastronomy
the Pochouse (river fish mixture cooked in a wine sauce)
Swimming
the Leisure center of Seurre
Sports and leisure activities
Kayak
Imprégnez-vous de la sérénité du Doubs en faisant du kayak, tout en observant les guêpiers d’Europe le long de la rivière.From Verdun sur le Doubs to Tournus, 55 km, 1 Lock(s), 7.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Verdun sur le Doubs > Châlon sur Saône > Ouroux > Tournus
Monument
Verdun-sur-le-Doubs
Established by the Romans in the 1st century, this river port has a glorious fluvial past. The most remarkable landmark is the Hotel Dieu hospital, which still receives a few long-stay patients.
Monument
Châlon-sur-Saône
This old Roman port (Caesar's winter headquarters) still retains a military appearance; it was also the birthplace of Nicéphore Niépce.
Monument
Tournus
The most remarkable historical builing in Tournus is the Church of Saint Philibert. This 10th century former abbey is one of the most prestigious sanctuaries of early Roman art.
Monument
Le Vieux Verdun
Remontez le temps en suivant un parcours guidé à travers le Vieux Verdun, découvrant ses tours, bâtiments historiques et vestiges de fortifications chargés d’histoire.
Monument
La Tour du Doyenné
Remontant au XVe siècle, cette tour historique offre une vue panoramique sur la ville depuis l’île Saint-Laurent. Découvrez le jardin environnant, abritant un tilleul provenant des pépinières de Buffon, une figure des Lumières.
Monument
La Cathédrale Saint-Vincent
Classée au patrimoine historique depuis 1903, cette cathédrale construite entre les XIe et XVIe siècles offre une architecture hétéroclite, entre art roman et gothique. Lors de votre visite, ne manquez pas le cloître.
Nature
the arboretum of Verdun-sur-le-Doubs
This small island, situated at the confluence of the Saône and Doubs rivers, has been set up so that tourists can discover the local fauna and flora.
Nature
L’étang de Pontoux
Plongez dans la nature en faisant une balade autour de l’étang de Pontoux, où une variété d’oiseaux vous attendent pour une expérience immersive.
Vineyard
the Côtes Chalonnaise
Gastronomy
the Pochouse (river fish mixture cooked in a wine sauce)
Swimming
the swimming area of ??Chalon sur Saone
Sports and leisure activities
the Leisure Center of St Nicolas sur Saone
This large water sports center is an ideal location for tourists. Swimming, water sports, playground,..
Sports and leisure activities
Kayak
Imprégnez-vous de la sérénité du Doubs en faisant du kayak, tout en observant les guêpiers d’Europe le long de la rivière.From Tournus to Louhans, 43 km, 4 Lock(s), 6.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Tournus > Cuisery > Branges > Louhans
Monument
Tournus
The most remarkable historical builing in Tournus is the Church of Saint Philibert. This 10th century former abbey is one of the most prestigious sanctuaries of early Roman art.
Monument
Cuisery
One of the four French 'cities of books', there are more than 10 bookshops, as well as a museum devoted to the history of the book.
Monument
Louhans
In addition to two remarkable structures, the Church of Saint-Pierre with its multicolored tiles and the Hotel-Dieu hospital, Lohans is particularly known for its market with its cattle fair.
Nature
the Natural Reserve of La Truchere
This wetland, located at the confluence of the Seille and Saône rivers, is the ideal location to spot the 153 species of birds local to the area, as well as something astonishing: a sand dune shaped by winds 5,000 years ago!
Bike
Bike
Tow paths provide an ideal place to ride your bikeThe Locks
1 type(s) of lock(s) on The Canal du Centre- Automatic locks