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River Cruise Hire in Burgundy, Franche-Comte and Vosges, France - Discover classic French cuisine, world-renowned fine wines and the gentle scenery of Burgundy.
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| Fontenoy-le-Château/Gray |
1 WEEK – RETURN TRIP
200km • 30 locks • 35hr cruising time
Canal de l’Est – Saône – Relax beside the
ornamental fountains at Jussey. Cruise to Gallo-
Roman Port-sur-Saône, a bustling market town
that holds colourful festivals regularly over the
summer. Visit the Saturday market at Gray then
return to the base Fontenoy-le-Château. |
| Fontenoy-le-Château/Charmes |
1 WEEK – RETURN TRIP
130km • 130 locks • 43hr cruising time
Canal de l’Est – From the pretty town of
Fontenoy, cruise through beautiful wooded
countryside to Epinal, the capital of Vosges.
Known as the city of flowers and especially
stunning in the spring and summer, it is a
perfect place to relax in the sunshine. |
| St. Jean-de-Losne/Chagny |
1 WEEK – RETURN TRIP
175km • 28 locks • 35hr cruising time
Saône – Canal du Centre – Sample
Pochouse bouillabaisse in Verdun-sur-le-Doubs.
Birthplace of Nicephore Niepce, who invented
photography, Châlon-sur-Saône has a fabulous
museum of cameras. As well as excellent
wines, Chagny is home to the Michelin starred
Lameloise |
| St. Jean-de-Losne/Dijon/Pont d’Ouche |
1 WEEK – RETURN TRIP
140km • 110 locks • 45hr cruising time
Saône – Canal de Bourgogne – Cycle to
Brazey en Plaine and pick up warm croissants
from the excellent bakeries or saddle up at the
horse-riding club. Head straight to the crescent
in Dijon and discover buildings of the Grand
Duke’s Palace which open up onto the
town square. |
| St. Jean-de-Losne/Louhans |
1 WEEK – RETURN TRIP
293km • 14 locks • 38hr cruising time
La Saône – La Seille – Visit the Saône
Environmental Museum at Seurre and in
Tournus climb the narrow, picturesque steps to
reach the abbey of St-Philibert de Tournus. The
magnificent spire and richly decorated roof of
the Church of St Pierre is a welcoming sight for
visitors to Louhans, an important market town
where 15-17th century timber and stone arcades
frame the buildings on the Grande Rue. Visit the
ancient Baroque hospital to see its outstanding
collection of Faïence apothecaries’ jars. |
| St. Jean-de-Losne/Besançon |
1 WEEK – RETURN TRIP
150km • 48 locks • 32hr cruising time
Doubs – Canal du Rhône au Rhin – Explore
the lanes and visit Pasteur’s old home at the
hilltop town of Dole. The scenery en route to
Osselle is stunning - cliffs and green forests are
sure to tempt you ashore. Discover the ancient
citadel of Besançon. |
| St Jean-de-Losne/Branges or vice versa |
1 WEEK – ONE WAY TRIP
143km • 6 locks • 19hr cruising time
La Saône – La Seille – From the bustling
St Jean-de-Losne in the heart of Burgundy,
cruise the clear waters of the River Saône
through the gentle Burgundy landscapes of
leafy woodlands and broad meadows dotted
with grazing Charolais cattle. Stop at the
many attractive towns with their distinctive
multi-coloured glazed roofs en route and
sample fine wine and cuisine in this
gastronomically rich region. The pretty River
Seille is popular with nature lovers and anglers
and is a peaceful river to cruise. Head to the old
port town of Branges where you can leave your
boat at our Connoisseur base. |
| Fontenoy-le-Château/St Jean-de-Losne or vice versa |
1 WEEK – ONE WAY TRIP
160km • 33 locks • 32hr cruising time
Canal de L’Est – Saône – Relax beside the
ornamental fountains at Jussey. Cruise to Gallo-
Roman Port-Sur-Saône, a bustling market town
renowned for lively summer festivals. Visit the
Saturday market at Gray. Swim in the clear
shallow waters at Ray-sur-Saône and moor at
the foot of Auxonne’s fortifications to explore
this historic city. |
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