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This beautiful river ushers you into a world of pleasures, a realm that pleases the senses and soothes the soul.See our itinerary suggestions...                    Did you know that more than 200 million bottles of Burgundy wine are sold every year? The Meix Lantin Cheese Factory sells divine goat’s cheese.Along the Saône, influenced by the history of the Burgundian kingdoms, is Chalon-sur-Saône. Cuisery is one of the four famous Book Villages of France. Flower-adorned Dole is 4hrs cruising east and the citadel of Besançon, with its UNESCO listed fortifications, is further 14hrs after Dole. Try the local speciality chicken, called Poulet de Bresse. While problems did arise, Le Boat staff were helpful, hardworking and efficient in dealing with these and suggesting logistical solutions. A truly beautiful city.Why not spend some time away from the river and travel by train from Chalon-sur-Saône or Chagny to the beautiful town of Beaune? An interesting and varied route with some attractive surroundings and interesting challenges. Or take a short taxi ride to Chassagne Montrachet to taste the world’s most highly regarded white wines.An unusual nature reserve is hidden away in Bresse.

This is the 4th time we have used Le Boat. These cookies do not store any personal information.Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. Santenay and Rully are right next to the canal. The Saône River emerges from the hills of the Vosges department and flows for more than 280 miles before meeting the Rhône in Lyon. You cruise through Burgundy and Provence comes to an end in Port-Saint-Louis. Boating holidays in the Burgundy Saône Franche Comté area provide the ideal way to explore a unique waterways region. Most cruises stop at Macon, where the sixth-century Old St. Vincent Cathedral is an enduring symbol of the city. Most itineraries begin or end in Chalon-sur-Saône, on the Rhône’s main tributary the River Saône. After cruising awhile, you stop in Corre to eat at a waterside café and to explore the museum, and then it’s off again to Port-sur-Saône for a spot of cycling and tennis!The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your vacationVaried and unique, France barge vacations in the heart of Burgundy have proven you made the right choice for a getaway! Be sure to stop for a walk (or hike) through the nature reserve at La Trunchère (4hrs from Branges) where the Seille intersects with the River Saône. If you have time, maybe head out of town to Château de Pommard, one of Côte de Beaune’s premier cru vineyards for a spot of wine tasting. Visit an old eighteenth century church, and discover the charm of the sixteenth century. Visit the beautiful eighteenth century church, and walk along the banks of the Saint-Albin canal. The nature reserve offers a diverse landscape with its sand dunes, forest and its marshy pond, and various hiking trails throughout.Take the 3.5km long canal which will lead you to Pont-de-Vaux town.

Take in the beautiful countryside, quaint villages and towns, as you sail through the most captivating views of France. These activities are available with departure points from our bases at Saint Léger sur Dheune and Mâcon.With lovely rivers and impressive canals, this is the natural homeland of waterways tourism. Opt to enjoy dinner ashore. Or take a short taxi ride to Chassagne Montrachet to taste the world’s most highly regarded white wines.An unusual nature reserve is hidden away in Bresse. South lies historic Mâcon (7.5hrs from Branges), one of the oldest cities in France or head north to explore Burgundy’s premium Cru vineyards from Chagny (13.5 hrs from Branges).This base allows you to escape from it all and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of central France. Enjoy a relaxing walk in this small city.A picturesque and welcoming town, Port-sur-Saône has much to offer. The Seille provides the possibility to cruise to Louhans one of Frances most beautiful towns and famous for the Bresse chickens. Take the most of these fine wines by tasting them with some the local cheeses and gourmet cuisine! Follow the path through the dunes or the pathway on piles for a great view of the Fouget Lake and enjoy a walk through unusual landscapes where nature rules.Locaboat operates in conjunction with the ‘France Tours’ travel agency to bring you selected heritage- and gastronomy-based activities that will turn your holiday into something special. You make your way to the old port of Dole, birthplace of Louis Pasteur, and you stroll the beautiful parks and wide boulevards of Besançon, where the majestic Citadel dominates the skyline.The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your vacationFollowing the River Saône, you will enjoy a picturesque cruising in a land of natural beauty, fine wines and gourmet cuisine. Pontailler s/Saône – Corre – Pontailler sur Saône : 310 km – 34 locks – 40 hours Pontailler … Downtown, you can have a drink on the terrace of a French village bar.