desIgn your own Burgundy Break - Bourgogne …...Three packages are available to help you discover Burgundy by the water’s edge, rediscovering serenity and enjoying the authenticity

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Cross that Bridge…

For those who want to treat themselves to an enchanting break in the heart of Burgundy, where pretty little villages set the scene, heading for the canals and rivers is an excellent idea! Three packages are available to help you discover Burgundy by the water’s edge, rediscovering serenity and enjoying the authenticity of the terroir

with stop-offs at vineyards, bucolic spots, markets, great restaurants and local eateries. You’re ready set sail!

House-boat rental companies have fleets of vessels that, for a week or a weekend, will perfectly meet your needs and aboard which you can enjoy a unique experience with your loved one, with the family or with the whole tribe…

For those who like to coast along easily like a VIP, the barge-hotel package allows you to sail in a refined and relaxed style. The crew will take care of everything, including excursions, and provide you with a friendly welcome to make sure you enjoy your trip. Finally, for those who like to experience life on a grand scale, the river cruise liners allow you to explore cultural, historical and gourmet itineraries with the singular charm of a cruise.

www.burgundy-waterways.com

Burgundy

Cross that bridge…

Fresh air thrills

Going with the flow

An exhilarating playgroundStep back in time at the museumsHand-made works of art!

Row, row, row your boat,

gently down the stream…

Angling at your leisure…

Celebration is in the air…

Bars and bistros at the water’s edge

The locks provide an

excuse for a break

Superb stopovers

Sweet dreams at the

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Wandering waters in Franche-Comté

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PrESS COnTACTSVéronique BEIGENGER / [email protected]

Marie-Hélène VERNEREY / [email protected]

A Burgundy Tourism publication

Concept: and Sophie ARMATOLEditor: Sylvie BLIN PR andVéronique BEIGENGER/Coralie MOISSON (Burgundy Tourism)Translation: Eugenio RaezPhotos: Alain DOIRE (Burgundy Tourism) Unless otherwise statedPrinting: Graphi System (Chenôve, 21)

January 2016

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BivOuAC AT THE BEC d’AlliErFrom here you can marvel at the coming together of the waters of the Loire and the Allier, forming a patchwork of countless islands…On this journey, you head out on a canoe to encounter migratory birds, in the company of your guide. Once evening arrives, set up your bivouac on one of these islands and cook over an open fire. You have never been so in tune with nature.www.instant-nature.org

THE lOirE By indiAn CAnOEDusk is the perfect time of day to sail down the Loire in a rabaska, a large canoe made of bark that can hold up to ten people, just like the Native Americans of yesteryear. A two to three hour visit around the Val de Loire nature reserve in the company of a nature guide is both fascinating and exciting.www.pavillon-pouilly.com

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Burgundy offers a myriad of water based activities setting off from pretty villages. It has to be said that there is cer-tainly no shortage of natural beauty spots that are perfect for sporty or more contemplative leisure activities.

THE virTuES Of ECOPAgAyAgEDifferent trails that showcase the plants and wildlife, but also the culture of an area. The « Ecopagayeur » concept in Burgundy is applied to 8 modular trails that are accessible to all. On the River Saône, for instance, it provides a different way to explore the Abbey of Cîteaux from the water or to touch on the history of Bossuet and the still evident beauty of the bargemen’s trail of the last century.www.canoekayak-bourgogne.fr

CABlE Skiing On THE lAkES Of MâCOn. This is a new sport that is waiting to be discovered, either with a fun beginner’s lesson or taking a course that leads you to join a club. A cable is used to help you glide across the surface of the lake of Crèches sur Saône… its child’s play!www.lelac.frThose who are experts in water-skiing in its original format should head for Les Settons, Arc sur Tille or the Saône for big thrills guaranteed!

WHiTE WATEr iS A SPECiAliTy Of THE MOrvAnThe rivers of the Morvan are becoming ever more popular for enjoying rafting, canoe-kayaking and hot dogging.

THE CurE And THE CHAlAux,These tumultuous waters provide a compre-hensive range of possibilities, depending on the schedule of water release, from mid-April to November. It’s an invitation to excitement!http://tourisme.parcdumorvan.org/.

SlOWing THingS dOWn On THE lAkES Of THE MOrvAnYou can really appreciate time slipping slowly by on the great lakes of the Morvan. Take advantage of this to refresh your spirit with some beautiful walks or boat trips in a well-preserved natural environment, such as that of the Lac des Settons. Discretely watch the birds in their own little world on the Lac de Pannecière, or play at Robinson Crusoe on the Lac de Saint-Agnan or Davy Crockett on the Lac de Chaumeçon…

SWiMMing EnTHuSiASTS CAn BE fOund EvEryWHErEMost of all don’t miss the Lac de Chour, the Lac de La Tille, Beaune Côté Plage, the Decize nautical stadium, Nevers sur Loire and Dijon Plage…

CliMBing AT THE rOCHErS du SAuSSOiSCome and scramble up the legendary cliffs of Saussois, a climbing hot-spot, on the banks of the River Yonne and the Canal du Nivernais. Enjoy unbeatable views into the heart of a well-preserved natural habitat blessed with protected flora and fauna.


THE CAnAl dE BOurgOgnE Between the vineyards and the forest groves and flanked by touristic sites, towpaths and small country roads link Migennes to Dijon (mountain bikes or hybrid bikes recommended). From the Tonnerrois to the Ouche Valley, passing through the Auxois, this is Burgundy in microcosm that is waiting to be explored; vineyards and forest groves, châteaux and industrial heritage sites, villages with character and small towns.

THE rivEr SAônE AlOng THE vOiE BlEuE The Voie Bleue is a 180km cycling tourism trail that runs from Mâcon (Saône-et-Loire) and Heuilley-sur-Saône (Côte-d’Or).This itinerary flanks the River Saône as it crosses Burgundy from north to south, passing rivers and prairies and providing some wonderful cultural and gourmet stops from Mâcon to Talmay. Two sections have been completed before and after Chalon-sur-Saône, between Mâcon and Tournus and between Crissey and Talmay.

goIng wIth the flow

On foot or by bike along the towpaths, these magical paths let you enjoy the best of Burgundy’s nature in some superb spots. They are very often dotted with great places to eat...

THE lOirE lATErAl CAnAl The Loire, the last « great wild river » of France, is reputed for its natural habitats brimming with plants and wildlife. It is a good idea to explore these from the riverbanks, thanks to the excellent towpaths of its lateral canal. Although this is essentially outside of Burgundy, the path this route takes « flirts » very closely with our borders and allows for numerous stop-offs at charming towns with rich heritage and sumptuous landscapes. To the south, at Iguerande, this Greenway continues for twenty kilometres, right up to Roanne.

THE CAnAl du nivErnAiS Its 174 kilometres are punctuated by some exceptional landscapes: « The Little Amazon » of the Collancelle vaults, three tunnels carved into the rock and plunging into a luxurious verdant habitat. The ponds of Baye are where you can catch sight of the hardy kingfisher. The Echelles de Sardy, a spectacular staircase of 16 locks and two canal bridges. The Rochers du Saussois, a climbing hot-spot, blessed with well-preserved flora and fauna. Finally, there is Irancy and its renowned vineyard with aromas of blackcurrants and cherries, home to the Saint-Vincent Tournante de Bourgogne festival in January 2016. Follow the cycling route between Nièvre and Yonne, guided from end to end by the Canal du Nivernais that crosses the rich lands of the Bazois, skirts alongside the Morvan massif, delves into the Vaux d’Yonne and finishes with a flourish at the foot of the Auxerrois’ hills. www.canal-du-nivernais.com

A TriP AlOng THE rivEr SEillEA gentle tributary of the River Saône, the Seille will delight lovers of green getaways. Navigable along 39km from the lock at La Truchère, close to Tournus, and the picturesque town of Louhans, in Bresse country, it crosses a nature reserve, meanders through fields and forest groves, passes alongside windmills and crosses four locks. There are so many ways to appreciate the local plants and wildlife. Keep your eyes open!

THE CAnAl du CEnTrE iS STill BuSTlingNarrow and sinuous, stretching for 112km, the Canal du Centre provides a picturesque trail in between Saône-et-Loire, a path followed by the EuroVelo6 cycling route. Still partially in use, since its construction at the end of the XVIII Century it has contributed to the economic development of the mining basin of Montceau-les-Mines. Its itinerary leads you through the vineyards of the Côte Chalonnaise and the Côte de Beaune, and then into the heart of the green prairies of the Charolais. When it comes to culture, a stop-off at Paray-le-Monial is a must, a focal point for Roman art and pilgrims, before you admire the superb 234m long aqueduct that connects the Loire with Digoin.

www.burgundy-waterways.com

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THE TOur dE BOurgOgnE à vélO®

Here is a different way of exploring the many canals of Burgundy thanks to a network of cycling routes and greenways that is unique in France. 5 major itineraries (the Voie Verte en Bourgogne du Sud, the Canal du Centre, the Canal du Nivernais, the Canal de Bourgogne and the Voie des Vignes) help you savour the “Tour de Bourgogne à vélo®” at your own pace. In France, Burgundy was the very first region to work on a major coherent regional project of “Greenways”. The region can also claim to have invented the “Voie Verte” appellation. The Saône-et-Loire was, in fact, the first of these in 1997, and was used to coin the term, a French translation of the word “Greenway”! Often established along the towpaths of rivers and canals, these Greenways are off limits to any motor vehicle, and so are perfectly safe!

www.burgundy-by-bike.com


STEP BACk in TiME AT THE MuSEuMS

THE MuSEuM Of WATErWAyS AT SAinT JEAn-dE-lOSnELocated in a typical house of the XV Century, you can explore two hundred years of river heritage thanks to objects, instruments, scale models from the period and exhibitions.www.musee-saintjeandelosne.com

MuSEuM Of THE lOirE in COSnE-Sur-lOirEIn the heart of a former convent, this classified museum offers a special encounter with the Loire and with fine arts. On the boats of the Loire, bargemen would rub shoulders with artists like Derain, Chagall, de Vlaminck and many others.www.mairie-cosnesurloire.fr

THE rOMAin rOllAnd MuSEuM Of ArT And HiSTOry AT ClAMECyAmong other collections, this museum highlights the story of the timber floaters in an exceptional hall. www.clamecy.fr

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THE CAnAl MuSEuM AT ECuiSSESThis quirky barge-museum presents the Canal du Centre, in southern Burgundy. It recounts the life and history of those who built it, and then travelled along it by pulling the boats themselves. www.bateau-musee-canal.com

THE WATEr, fiSHEriES And nATurE CEnTrE in HEuillEy-Sur-SAônEAn educational space based around traditional fishing, with aquariums, a reconstructed fountain and native fish.www.cc-pontailler-sur-saone.fr

THE CHAin BOAT MuSEuM AT SAinT-légEr dES vignESIn a service house at the very start of the Canal du Nivernais the 1933 chain boat Ampère V is hidden. This proud towing vessel has a whole story to tell… Outside, it is important to admire the view over Saint-Léger Des Vignes and its weir from the belvedere.www.nievre-tourisme.com

THE CHAin BOAT HAll in POuilly-En-AuxOiSCreated by the Japanese architect Shigeru Ban, who recently designed the Centre Pompidou in Metz, the Chain Boat Hall houses the electric chain boat, a river haulage vessel from 1893, that allowed merchant barges to negotiate the canal tunnel. The originality of the hall resides in its construction using cardboard tubes linked by aluminium knots.www.cap-canal.fr


HAnd-MAdE WOrkS Of ArT!

On The Canal de BrIare

rOgny-lES-7-éCluSESWith this gigantic project, Henri IV and Sully wanted to develop the navigable waterways that crossed France and to link the Mediterranean with the Atlantic and the English Channel. At Rogny, it was necessary to cross a 24m hill and the architect Hugues Cosnier invented this monumental staircase of 7 locks, between the Loire and the Seine. It is a masterpiece that is a listed Historic Monument. Every year, on 25th July, the locks are illuminated thanks to a musical fireworks show.

On The Canal du nIvernaIs

THE BAyE And vAux POndSReservoirs linked to the Canal du Nivernais, these ponds created in the XIX Century are home to nature in its pure state and to well-managed trails. Classed as «Sensitive Natural Areas», these ponds are also the site of nautical activities and fishing. The great Etang de Vaux is very wild and a favourite spot for birds. Don’t forget to watch out for the kingfishers!

THE COllAnCEllE vAulTSThe depth and narrowness of the watershed canal in the XVIII Century allowed for the construction of an elegant tunnel that was hidden from the world. It is necessary to tackle the giant stairs carved into the mountain in order to reach the obscurity of the vaults. There, you are faced with a magnificent spectacle. The line of black water that is the canal shines with a thousand lights before becoming lost in the refuge of the tunnel…The perfection of this building forged in a natural habitat that has now regained its former glory, the majesty of this site, the shadows and the silence will take your breath away!

THE nEEdlE WEir AT BiCHESThis is a rarity... Constructed in 1837 on the banks of the Canal du Nivernais, at the commune of Biches, this needle weir (moveable metal stakes) on the River Aron allowed water to be retained in order to feed the canal in the event of its levels dropping. Saved from demolition, every summer it creates a large water basin where the Canal du Nivernais and the river flow side by side through the Bazois landscape, dotted with hedgerows. There is also another straight line of preserved needles that is on display out of the water close to the canal thanks to the lockkeeper’s efforts, at the entrance to the camp site of Vincelles. This is a final reminder of the timber floating industry that existed along this waterway.

THE dirOl lifT-BridgEThe Canal du Nivernais stands out from other canals in Burgundy thanks to the presence of moving bridges. Most of these were put in place when construction work on the canal recommenced in the 1830’s.

On The rIver seIlle

THE WEir AT lA TruCHèrEThis needle weir dates from 1818. Recently automated, it allows for mooring and helps prevent the worst of the flooding on the River Seille.

On The Canal du CenTre

THE CHAin Of lOCkSEcuisses is situated on the watershed line crossed by the canal. The extremely uneven terrain in this location forced the canal’s engineers to design a chain of seven locks. This was reduced to four when the Freycinet gauge allowed for the passage of the biggest vessels at the end of the XIX Century.

THE MOnTCEAu-lES-MinES SWing-BridgEThe Canal du Centre, the Bourbince and the Lac du Plessis have always been a part of the landscape in Montceau. The creation of the port, the swing-bridge and its harbour master’s office, located in the very heart of the town, have allowed a new type of tourism based around the river to flourish here.

THE guETin AquEduCTIt spans the Allier in the natural setting of the Bec d’Allier, a WWF site.

THE AquEduCT AT digOinThis swing-bridge, a fine work of art in itself, sits above the Loire. It was constructed with cut stone between 1834 and 1838, and extended in 1870. It now measures 243m. The swing-bridge essentially allows the Loire Lateral Canal to span the River Loire and to link up a little further on with the Canal du Centre, at Port Campionnet in Digoin.


digital itinerary For the Canals oF Burgundy! With the brand new web site canaux.region-bour-gogne.fr, set off to explore the heritage of Burgun-dy’s canals, their history, their works of art: buil-dings, locks, reservoirs, channels, ports… and the landscapes they traverse: cities, villages, churches, châteaux, factories, industries… A veritable mine of information and of images, it allows you to dis-cover in a different way the heritage of the Bour-gogne, Centre and Nivernais canals, as well as the canalised River Seille, thanks to interactive features and a variety of visual tools.

On The Canal de BOurgOgne

POuilly-En-AuxOiS’ vAulTEd TunnElIn the heart of the town, the canal passes through a 3,333m subterranean tunnel known as the Voûte de Pouilly. It was built in just 7 years from 1825 to 1832, by digging 32 ventilation shafts. Had the workers simply dug the tunnel from one end to the other, the work would have taken more than 50 years to complete.

THE SAinT-flOrEnTin AquEduCT It was in 1810 that this surprising work of art was constructed. The Saint-Florentin aqueduct was built according to the plans drawn up by Foucherot and Sutil. In a style close to that of the one at Vauban, close to lock 108, in the vicinity of the port, this aqueduct is a stone bridge with 5 arches that allows the Canal de Bourgogne to span the Armance.

On The rIver vIngeanne

THE CHEugE drAWBridgE nEAr MirEBEAuThe only drawbridge in Burgundy was built in 1887 from grey cast iron with a wooden slatted track slotted into cut stone. It is near this drawbridge, at the farmhouse mill, where the film « The Widow Couderc » with Simone Signoret and Alain Delon was filmed.


dEPArTing frOM AuxErrE, THE HirOndEllEprovides several types of cruises along the River Yonne and the Canal du Nivernais.

On THE rivEr SAônE, one of the most beautiful rivers in France, departing from Saint-Jean-de-Losne, aboard the Vagabondo or on the nearby River Seille aboard the Potiquet Jolly departing from Louhans …

CrOSS CHAlOn-Sur-SAônE aboard the restaurant boat Le Delta, with an unbeatable view of the quayside.

On THE lAC dES SETTOnS, step aboard one of the two boats, Le Morvan or Les Settons, and listen to the story of the lake, of the timber floating industry and of the construction of the weir.

The excursion boats allow you to enjoy an enchanting moment in the heart of nature dotted with pretty little villages, whilst exploring plea-

sant landscapes with countryside accents… navigate in perfect tranquillity aboard these boats, which come in all sizes, as you glide along the waterways or across the lakes of Burgundy. at lunch time, or when the light starts to fade, step aboard a cruise with the family or with a group of friends on the Canal du nivernais, the Yonne, the saône…

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THE POuilly vAulTEd TunnEl And THE COllAnCEllE vAulTS aboard two electric solar powered boats (Oh! the silence!), La Billebaude on the Canal de Bourgogne and the Art du Temps on the Canal du Nivernais.

THE AquEduCT And THE TyPiCAl villAgES aboard the excursion boat Le Latéral on the Loire Lateral Canal from Port du Guétin and at Decize, or aboard the Ville de Digoin from the city of the same name.

Fishing certainly has its aficiona-dos, and for them, the lakes, rivers and landscapes of Bur-gundy are on a par with a trip

to Ireland. here, fishing makes perfect sense and experts or beginners will be able to indulge in their passion!

Angling AT yOur lEiSurE…

PrEdATOr fiSHing in THE MOrvAnThe great lakes of the Morvan Regional Nature Park are reputed for their predator fishing (pike, pikeperch, perch and bullhead). The Lac de Pannecière, or the lakes at Settons, Crescent or Saint-Agnan et Chaumeçon are all flanked by forests, and Bourgogne Pêche provides courses in heavy lure fishing that meets even the most specific requirements.

rivEr CrAyfiSHYou can still find « broad-fingered » crayfish in the rivers of the Nièvre and the Morvan, the Yonne, the Beuvron, the Sauzais, the Dragne, the Anguison, the Cure... Lovers of family fishing trips will just need a wooden rod, a net and some bait. The children will love it!

THE BullHEAd; A SACrEd MOnSTEr Of THE SAônE And THE lOirEWhen you first catch sight of it, along the River Loire as you are kayaking, with its raised barbs, what will impress you most will be its length and colour. Anglers love to boast about this sort of catch! In Mâcon, the Centre for Big Game Fishing arranges bullhead fishing breaks on the River Saône, including everything you need; equipment, a boat and a guide.

CArP fiSHing, By nigHTCarp fishing is permitted at any time of day or night. All the carp fishing areas along the Canal de Bourgogne are classified « catch and release».

fly fiSHing in THE MOrvAnThe « Neptune » estate is an idyllic spot, a trout reservoir situated in a wooded and wild location. Fed by sources from a property covering 14ha, it also offers a covered shelter and picnic tables.

An AnglEr’S PArAdiSE in MErCEuil TAillyJust a few minutes from Beaune, the eco-leisure park established for walkers and anglers is very aptly named: the Etangs d’Or, or Golden Ponds. Here you can fish for predators (pike, pikeperch, black bass, perch), for carp and for forage fish (bleak, roach, whitefish) at 16 lakes linked by pathways created by the National Landscaping School in Versailles.


In summer, the rivers and canals spring into life with fetes and festivals that blends history and terroir, all in a refre-shing ambiance to help you enjoy life!

They bring a torrent of surprises…

ClAMECy, CAPiTAl Of TiMBEr flOATingEvery summer Clamecy celebrates with gusto its historic links with timber floating. Reconstructions of the traditional wood rafts, trips along the canal, but also many other fun activities, such as the giant pedalos, the descent of the waterways on ramshackle « Bidon » rafts, a competition to judge these precarious rafts, descents using inner tubes and other nautical games.

THE PArdOn dES MAriniErS fESTivAl The bargemen in the smallest city in France, Saint-Jean-de-Losne, make the end of July a vibrant tribute to the river haulage industry. A solemn mass and blessing of the boats that have been decorated to mark the occasion, cultural and joyous events, meetings with the lockkeepers, the haulers, the millers and, the jewel in the crown, the world championship of sculling.

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heAding full steAm for PAris

If the bridges of Paris could only remember, they would tell a forgotten story. It is a story of the rafts of wood that set off from the Morvan to keep the capital warm for three centuries. In 2015, the Flotescale associa-tion made this forgotten chapter of Parisian history come back to life by reliving this epic story. Just like it did in ages past, a raft of wood left Clamecy for Paris along the Canal du Nivernais, the Yonne and the Seine, at a speed of 6 or 7 km/h.This 72m raft of wood crossed Paris. The likes of this had not been seen since 1877!

digOin BrigHTEnS uP iTS rivEr lOirEFor 10 years now, Digoin has paid tribute to its river, the Loire, with a festival called Les Ligériades that combines shows and exhibitions, open-air cinema, a fair and concerts.

THE CAnAl En fêTE AT POuilly-En-AuxOiS And CHâTEl-CEnSOirThese two towns blessed with privileged locations organise a festival and tribute to the Canal de Bourgogne every two years and its taking place this year! But every summer, river cruises let visitors explore the marvels of this waterway in slow motion, including the famous Pouilly vault.

dECizE iS BurSTing WiTH MuSiCIn July, at the Promenade des Halles (a listed site), 18 hours of free shows take place. On the programme of Festiv’halles there is traditional music as well as international bands.

THE yOnnE And THE CurE, THE TilT-yArd Of nAuTiCAl JOuSTingOn the last Sunday in August, in Accolay and Coulanges-sur-Yonne, jousters come face to face on the River Cure, under the benevolent gaze of Saint-Nicolas, patron saint of timber floaters. The performances are wildly applauded by an enthusiastic crowd that show appreciation for every contestant, whether they fall in or not!Next edition: August 2016.

in AuxErrE THErE iS WinE And gAMESRendezvous in May 2016 on the quayside of the River Yonne at Auxerre for an escape into the vineyards where around one hundred wine producers share their passion with you through meetings and tastings. They enlighten wine lovers and make the city vibrate with their fanfare. « Fleurs de vigne » also celebrates the wines of the Grand Auxerrois as well as its beautiful river, with nautical jousts, concerts, shows on the water, exhibitions…


Bars and BIstrosat the water’s edge

They add a pinch of spice to your outings in Burgundy and are well worth a detour. Often quirky, always plea-

sant, they may be hidden aboard a barge or in a lockkeeper’s house. Their 1930’s atmosphere and beautiful dishes of fried fish accompanied by a glass of white are truly irresistible. here is a selection of the very best spots!

l’îlE CHAuMETTE in EPErvAnS7km from Chalon-sur-Saône, you can dine on the terrace at the water’s edge with an island all to yourself.

l’EMBArCAdèrE in lA TruCHèrEA restaurant-barge with a terrace and a floating delicatessen that is moored on the River Seille at the boating base.

rESTAurAnT du POrT in dECizESituated at the confluence of various canals, the Port de la Jonction welcomes boats, but it is also home to this restaurant where guests are delighted by regional products.

PéniCHE CAnCAlE, in diJOnThis 1951 barge was given a new lease of life when it became a floating dining establishment, an original bistro-show. This convivial venue is ideal for artistic discoveries, with concerts, DJ sets, shows, exhibitions… Most usually in dry dock, but on occasions by the bridge or along the quay…

O P’TiT rEPèrE du gOûT in flEurEy-Sur-OuCHEIn a bucolic setting, on the banks of the Canal de Bourgogne, the P’tit Repère is the perfect gourmet stop! On fine days, a covered terrace leads out onto a small Japanese style garden.

lES TillEulS, in vinCElOTTESOn the quays of the River Yonne, this inn serves a tasty and well thought out menu that changes with the seasons and is in keeping with the most refined Burgundian spirit.

Au fil du zinC, in CHABliSThis restaurant housed in an old mill that spans the River Serein has a high-quality neo-bistro style. A Japanese chef, who has worked with Robuchon and Alléno, is in command, assisted by his wife, who is herself an excellent patissiere. The local Crus have pride of place here.

lE POT d’éTAin, in l’iSlE Sur SErEinA Bib Gourmand award was the prize for this classic gastronomic restaurant, located in the pleasant Serein Valley.

l’ESCAlE, in MigEnnESA cabaret at the water’s edge, this historic venue has welcomed all the great artists of French chanson of the 1960s.

lA fOliE, in AuxErrEThis is a must simply for its summer barbecues!

lE MAurEy, in AuxErrEHave lunch or enjoy a drink on the terrace aboard a barge with an unbeatable view of Auxerre.

lE quAi, in AuxErrEHave lunch or simply a glass of something in the historic square of the Marine quarter.

lE dOuBS rivAgE, in CHArrETTE-vArEnnESA green getaway at the water’s edge, a large Bressanne house, a high-quality restaurant: those are the ingredients for a pretty gourmet stop between Dôle and Chalon sur Saône.

l’AuBErgE dES viEux MOulinS BAnAux, in villEnEuvE l’ArCHEvêquE Dine in the machine room of a water mill that dates back to the XVI Century and has been entirely restored. The mill is located on an island that is accessible by wooden bridges.

lA viEillE fErME, in MâCOnAn authentic farm on the banks on the River Saône, with swimming pool and flower filled gardens.

lE POiSSOn d’Or, in MâCOnOn the banks of the River Saône, food lovers and gourmets will appreciate this little bubble of refinement, tranquillity and sweetness. A father and son team work together in the kitchens to share exceptional gastronomic moments with their guests.

BrASSEriE dE lA nAvigATiOn, in SAinT-JEAn-dE-lOSnEOn the menu at this authentic spot you will find fried fish and frog’s legs.

lA MArinE, in SEurrE On a shaded terrace, guests can sample regional specialities, such as Pôchouse fish stew.

lE rivA PlAgE, in glAnOnA terrace at the water’s edge, just a few kilometres from Beaune, local cuisine, Pôchouse fish stew, frog’s legs, fried bleak...

lE nyMPHéA, in lAMArCHE-Sur-SAônEA panoramic terrace serving fried fish as a speciality.

lE CHAlET du lAC dE CHOur, in frAnxAulTAfter a little fishing expedition, you can treat yourself to the convivial ambiance of this restaurant and to its menu, where fried fish has pride of place.

lE lAC dE PAnTHiEr, in vAndEnESSE-En-AuxOiSOn the lakeside, next to the camp-site and the swimming pools, this restaurant with a view is a perfect gourmet rendezvous.

PôChouse stew, a Burgundian sPeCialityTraditionally, this bargemen’s dish consists of river fish with firm flesh that are cut into chunks and cooked in white wine; eel, pike, perch, tench and carp. Nevertheless, recipes for this highly regarded regional dish vary depending on the chef, and some have become really quite sophisticated. Didier Denis, Chef at l’Hostellerie Bourguignonne in Verdun-sur-le-Doubs, is responsible for a star turn among the local « Menus Pôchouse »: the Pôchouse Verdunoise, with garlic and white wine. He also or-ganises « Pôchouse Days ». There is also a confraternity that honours this dish.


rESTAurAnT « l’EirE du TEMPS » AT BArBirEy-Sur-OuCHEStrolling through the Ouche Valley, you begin to believe that you are actually in Ireland! And if there is one place that confirms this belief, it must be the restaurant « L’Eire du Temps ». It is so convivial that with an Irish Coffee in hand you are transported straight to Dublin! Just in front of the gardens, follow the call of the bagpipes!

n°67, ECluSE dES dAMES, CAnAl du nivErnAiS In a charming little stone house with red shutters, almost hidden beneath the flowers, this is a small restaurant based on products of the terroir.

n°57, CAnAl du nivErnAiS, CHâTEl-CEnSOirA small and shaded terrace at this house covered in flowers that is decorated and brought to life by a passionate lockkeeper.

n°87, ECluSE d’ArgEnTEnAy, CAnAl dE BOurgOgnE A picturesque lock where a lockkeeper and her artist and sculptor husband reside. They provide entertainments and, if in season, pumpkin soup!

the locks ProvIde an excuse for a Break

These calm spots, surrounded by nature, flank the canals and are adorned with little houses. a good idea would

be to stop to enjoy a drink, or even spend the night there.

POrT rOyAl in AuxOnnE Located in a historic site, it is surrounded by ramparts from the XIII Century. When you stop here, you are just 400m from the town centre.www.portroyal.fr

SAinT-légEr Sur dHEunEIdeally situated on the Canal du Centre, from here you can strike out and visit the most prestigious vineyards in Burgundy; Mercurey, Santenay or even Montrachet.www.saone-plaisance.com

THE quAyS Of AuxErrERecently restored, special care had to be taken with this quayside as it is the very soul of the city. The work has been a total success. www.ot-auxerre.fr

THE POrT Of SAinT-JEAn-dE-lOSnECreated a century ago, refurbished, enhanced and incredibly well-equipped (you will find a shipyard here), Saint-Jean-de-Losne has become the most important river tourism port in France.www.saone-tourisme.fr

dECizEAt the confluence of the Canal du Nivernais and the Loire lateral canal, this is a crossroads of navigation routes and a departure point for the major cycle trails. You will love the fishing huts around the basin, ideal for enjoying sweet dreams on the water.www.port-decize.fr

THE nEW MArinA AT MâCOnWith 420 berths and ideally located on the River Saône, Mâcon is one of the leading inland river marinas in France.www.port-de-plaisance.com

MAilly-lA-villEIdeal for families, a large tree-filled space with play areas for children.www.maillylaville.fr

suPerB stoPovers

When you are sailing along in a boat, the thought of enjoying a stop at a well-managed

and fully equipped port adds another pleasure to your day. here are a few ports of call that you should not overlook.

sweet dreams at the water’s edge

There is nothing like being near a river to make you relax. here is a selection of charming stopovers, hotels or

guest houses, which are a speciality of Burgundy’s waterways. give in to temptation…

lES grillOnS du MOrvAn, AT SETTOnS An intimate hotel close to the lake, with a large terrace that overlooks the landscape and provides the departure point for some magnificent walks around the lake.www.lesgrillonsdumorvan.com

lE COq HArdi, in POuilly-Sur-lOirEA veritable institution, this gastronomic restaurant provides a beautiful terrace that extends out onto a prairie that gently slopes down towards the River Loire.www.lecoqhardi.fr

lE BOn ACCuEil, in CHAuMArdIn the heart of the Morvan, close to the Lac de Pannecière, this family establishment boasts an unbeatable view of the lake and the valley.

lE MAxiME, in AuxErrE A former salt loft on the banks of the River Yonne, this charming hotel is ideally placed. Set off on a bike ride (they are at your service) along the towpaths of the Canal du Nivernais, and make a stop for a wine tasting at the Caves de Bailly.www.lemaxime.com

lE giTE du POnT dE lA rOCHE, in frESnOiSA wooden house on stilts in a contemporary style, blessed with a terrace that overlooks the River Ignon. Chic, nature and design!www.pont-roche.com

lE rivE gAuCHE, in JOigny Opposite and owned by the same family, this is a charming hotel-restaurant with a terrace.www.hotel-le-rive-gauche.fr

lES gîTES dE l’éCluSE, in vAndEnESSE-En-AuxOiS This beautiful house from the XVIII Century provides 2 gîtes and 4 guest rooms, just near lock number 8.www.gite-ecluse.com

CôTé rivièrE, in POnTAillEr-Sur-SAônEThe lovely holiday ambiance of the 1900’s is evident in this beautiful country house on the banks of the river.http://cote-riviere.chezvotrehote.fr

lA CôTE SAinT JACquES, in JOigny All the beauty and the art de vivre of an exceptional Relais & Châteaux establishment by the river. Jean-Michel, with 2 Michelin stars, attends to the kitchen with great creativity!www.cotesaintjacques.com


lE MOulin dES ruATS, in THE COuSin vAllEy Between Avallon and Vézelay, this protected area lends itself perfectly to reverie in a setting that combines tradition and the contemporary. The terrace at the waterside is ideal for sampling the cuisine of Jean-Pierre Rossi.www.moulindesruats.com

lES CABAnES du POrT, in dECizEThe Port in Decize provides an ensemble of guest rooms and gîtes; the latter are designed as an Oléron oyster farmers’ cabin, with wooden framework painted in bright colours.www.port-decize.fr

lES TOuES CABAnéES, in CHASSEnArd Moored at a pleasant pond in the Domaine des Demoiselles, these cabin barges that are clad in wood, allow guests to cut themselves off from the outside world, to find themselves and to dream. Unbeatable views of nature thanks to their large bay windows and terraces!www.village-toue.fr

dOMAinE dE lA PiErrE rOndE, AT lAC dE CHAMBOux Yurts, Hobbit houses, tepees and stories by moonlight are the speciality of this estate located on one of the six great lakes of the Morvan.www.domainedelapierreronde.com

lAkE CABinS, in POilSitting in the middle of a pond in the enchanting park of the Château d’Ettevaux, these lake cabins will envelop you in sweetness so that couples will feel at home. It is only by row boat that you can reach this poetic refuge. www.cabanes-lacustres.fr

CABinS On STilTS, AT MArOllE-ST didiEr Sur ArrOux You can swim, paddle a canoe or simply enjoy the pleasures of living in a little lakeside house that is the stuff of childhood dreams, with a view across the hills of the Morvan. www.cabanes-sur-pilotis.com

Of ClAy And WATEr, in digOin That is the name of this beautiful and well-equipped barge that receives guests for full-board breaks along the water. www.peniche-week-end.com

THE EAu dE viE, A fiSHing gîTE in CHAnCEAuxA welcoming contemporary wooden gîte beside a private 2ha pond. Three rooms and a terrace in a natural setting.www.gites-de-france.com gite l’Eau de vie

THE EAu dE viE giTE CruiSE ABOArd THE BArgE MAgnOliA, in MACOngE All the charm of sailing along the river for a 2 day/3night half-board cruise aboard this magnificent barge-hotel that has been luxuriously appointed. Guests are collected from the train station in Dijon and the journey takes them on to Gissey-sur-Ouche.www.peniche-magnolia.fr

EngliSH STylE, On THE BArgE WinE And WATErOur English friends really appreciate the Crus of Burgundy and the pleasures of boating. Aboard this very British barge, the “Captain” speaks English. There is a great ambiance when it’s time for drinks.http://wine-water.com/

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wanderIng watersIn franche-comté

First of all there is the natural exu-berance, the chlorophyll colours, the forests and the meadows that make up the essence of the region,

stretching right up to the gates of the cities. Then come the aquatic blues, from turquoise to marine, of the thousands of lakes, ponds, springs, rivers and canals. It is with this happy harmony that the my-riad landscapes and exceptional diversity are formed. From one village to another, from a stopping point to a port, Franche-Comté provides pleasure boaters with this backdrop on a human scale, a beauty that continues up along the river saône and river seille into Burgundy. It is an efferves-cent heritage that is natural, historic and architectural, and it can be explored along the waterways thanks to all the beautiful encounters that they provide. Because here, conviviality is not just a legend…

THE SAônE From the foot of the Vosges to the threshold of Burgundy, where it is joined by the Doubs, the « Petite Saône » runs its pleasant course across 159km and provides some ideal conditions for boating. Blessed with good water levels in all seasons and with very few locks, it is wide and remains in a natural state along many of its sections. It is perfect for enjoying the joys of boating in the heart of authentic landscapes and charming villages that are simple and natural.

THE dOuBSIt draws its source from Mouthe, in the Haut-Doubs, and its 453km course stretches between mountains and valleys. The river is buffeted by dramatic changes in level along the first section of its course, but becomes calmer in the Montbéliard region. It is here that navigation becomes possible on a 200 km stretch, whether along its natural and wild sections, or in areas where it has been canalised. The Canal du Rhône au Rhin that accompanies and extends this river, allows boaters to link up with the Doubs without any difficulty. The Doubs flows and undulates before finally joining the Saône in Verdun-sur-Doubs.


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BESAnçOn A diffErEnT WAy The town is encircled by a loop of the River Doubs that overlooks the famous citadel built by Vauban. The Cité des Arts that is named after the eponymous river stop is without a doubt an iconic building of the renovation of the town. It houses the Conservatoire of Grand Besançon and the Regional Contemporary Art Fund. Locals and visitors can also enjoy the site from the terrace and the brasserie. Another remarkable building on the opposite bank is the Rodia, a venue for shows and for the latest music. The Cité des Arts river stop opens another gateway to Besançon and brings contemporary culture to the waterfront…www.besancon-tourisme.com

MOnTBéliArd Nestling at the foot of a château and dotted with beautiful Renaissance buildings, Montbéliard is alive, vibrant and bubbling in the 21st Century. In this modern backdrop, it is on a level footing that you can dock at the marina in Montbéliard, via the Près-la-Rose Park and its extension known as the Île en Mouvement. Both sites are devoted to wandering and enjoying games, but also to scientific and technical culture. With its facilities, its setting and its rich heritage, the Cité des Princes is a town where stopping off becomes a real pleasure.www.paysdemontbeliard-tourisme.com

dOlE Arriving at Dole along the Doubs and the canals is enchanting. It’s as if the entire town had been built from the water. The marina opens out onto parks and gardens before crossing the tanner’s canal. A historic quarter par excellence, today the canal is flanked by flower-filled terraces where you can stroll in perfect happiness. It is here that you will discover the birth house of Louis Pasteur. www.tourisme-paysdedole.fr

CHEMilly The statue of St Nepomuceno dominates the bridge of Chemilly that dates from 1753. You can find that same statue in Prague on the Charles Bridge. The Maison Maisonnier is a must and the spirit of Le Corbusier oozes from this work: the concrete, the light, the use of space, its integration into the landscape…A symbolic masterpiece of the era that is now accessible to all since the Maison de Chemilly became a 4* gîte.www.otc3.fr

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rAy-Sur-SAônEA small Comtois city with character, Ray-sur-Saône is accessible from the pontoons and jetties. The medieval château (that has become a heritage site of the Haute-Saône department) and its English style park overlook the meanders of the River Saône from around fifty metres up.www.entresaoneetsalon.fr


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didyou know? Selles Swing-bridge: since 1886, this famous swing-bridge allows you to cross the Canal de l’Est. It is another ingenious construction to add to the numerous built heritage sites that dot the landscape and are linked to the waterways. www.destination70.com

The Saint Albin tunnel: It is at Scey-sur-Saône that you will find one of the jewels of the River Saône, the subterranean canal of Saint-Albin. A remarkable work that stretches for 681m and was built from 1838 to 1843, it has been included on the supplementary list of Historic Monuments.www.otc3.fr

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2 itineraries along the douBs and the saône

CHArlES THE BOldFrom Belgium to Burgundy, passing through Lorraine and Franche-Comté, that is the ambitious programme of this new trail that skirts the banks of the Saône and recalls the routes taken by the Dukes of Burgundy in their noble conquests.

l’EurOvElO6When you mention the lower valleys of the Doubs, you think of a flat landscape that is ideal for walks and discoveries. Reserved exclusively for pedestrians and non-motorised vehicles, the EuroVelo6 trail breaks with the frenetic nature of what surrounds it and manages to make time slow down. This legendary itinerary stretches for 187km across Franche-Comté. http://walking.franche-comte.org/

grAy The vast stone quays still bear witness to the intensive port activity that has been a feature of Gray through the centuries, leaving behind a remarkable architectural heritage for the city to be proud of: the Renaissance town hall, the Italian Theatre, the XV Century basilica … Its privileged location on the axis of northern Europe and the Mediterranean endures to this day and pleasure boating here benefits from a very particular élan…www.cc-valdegray.fr

BAuME-lES-dAMESThe steam boat was born here! The Marquis Jouffroy d’Abbans first tested this form of navigation here between 1776 and 1778.www.ot-paysbaumois.fr

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