cruising route Branges / Mâcon - Châlon / Branges

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Branges - Mâcon - Châlon - Branges

190 Km - 8 Locks

27 h of navigation - 7 Nights (1 week)

Day 1

From Branges to Branges

0 km, 0 Lock(s), 0 h of navigation

Stopover : Branges

Day 2

From Branges to Cuisery

22 km, 2 Lock(s), 3.3 h of navigation

Stopover : Branges > Cuisery

Monument 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.
Day 3

From Cuisery to Mâcon

37 km, 1 Lock(s), 5.1 h of navigation

Stopover : Cuisery > Pont de Vaux > Mâcon

Monument Monument

Mâcon

Mâcon is one of the oldest towns in France. However, following a succession of wars, only a few monuments remain to bear witness to this glorious past: the Cathedral of Saint-Vincent, the Saint-Laurent bridge, and above all the Sénécé hotel.
Nature 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!
Vineyard Vineyard

the Mâconnais (Chardonnay, Pouilly, …)

Sports and leisure activities Sports and leisure activities

the waterskiing club of Macon

From mid-June to mid-September, the Mâcon club offers you the chance to try (barefoot) water-skiing on the Saône.
Day 4

From Mâcon to Tournus

31 km, 0 Lock(s), 4.1 h of navigation

Stopover : Mâcon > Pont de Vaux > Tournus

Monument 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 Monument

Mâcon

Mâcon is one of the oldest towns in France. However, following a succession of wars, only a few monuments remain to bear witness to this glorious past: the Cathedral of Saint-Vincent, the Saint-Laurent bridge, and above all the Sénécé hotel.
Vineyard Vineyard

the Mâconnais (Chardonnay, Pouilly, …)

Sports and leisure activities Sports and leisure activities

the waterskiing club of Macon

From mid-June to mid-September, the Mâcon club offers you the chance to try (barefoot) water-skiing on the Saône.
Day 5

From Tournus to Châlon sur Saône

30 km, 1 Lock(s), 4.2 h of navigation

Stopover : Tournus > Ouroux > Châlon sur Saône

Monument 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 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 Monument

Saint Vincent Cathedral

Listed as a historic monument since 1903, this cathedral, built between the 11th and 16th centuries, showcases a mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. During your visit, be sure not to miss the cloister.
Monument Monument

La Tour du Doyenné

Dating back to the 15th century, this historic tower offers a panoramic view of the city from Saint-Laurent Island. Explore the surrounding garden, which houses a linden tree from Buffon’s nurseries, a notable figure of the Enlightenment.
Vineyard Vineyard

the Côtes Chalonnaise

Swimming Swimming

the swimming area of ??Chalon sur Saone

Sports and leisure activities 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,..
Day 6

From Châlon sur Saône to Tournus

30 km, 1 Lock(s), 4.2 h of navigation

Stopover : Châlon sur Saône > Ouroux > Tournus

Monument 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 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 Monument

Saint Vincent Cathedral

Listed as a historic monument since 1903, this cathedral, built between the 11th and 16th centuries, showcases a mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. During your visit, be sure not to miss the cloister.
Monument Monument

La Tour du Doyenné

Dating back to the 15th century, this historic tower offers a panoramic view of the city from Saint-Laurent Island. Explore the surrounding garden, which houses a linden tree from Buffon’s nurseries, a notable figure of the Enlightenment.
Vineyard Vineyard

the Côtes Chalonnaise

Swimming Swimming

the swimming area of ??Chalon sur Saone

Sports and leisure activities 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,..
Day 7

From Tournus to Branges

40 km, 3 Lock(s), 5.9 h of navigation

Stopover : Tournus > Cuisery > Branges

Monument 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.
Nature 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!
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Bike Bike

Bike

Tow paths provide an ideal place to ride your bike
Fishing Fishing

Fishing

To relax with friends, there's nothing better than fishing

The Locks

3 type(s) of lock(s) on The Saône
  • Automatic locks
  • Automatic locks with a lock-keeper
  • Manual locks operated by boaters themselves, without any lock-keeper

Best current offers for the destination Branges

Range Comfort 2 2
Caprice
Caprice
-25%

€2,129 €1,589

From €265 / pers

Week of the 4/23/27 to 4/30/27

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions Two steering positions
220 V converter 220 V converter
Microwave Microwave
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Comfort 8 0
Magnifique
Magnifique
-25%

€2,209 €1,649

From €165 / pers

Week of the 4/9/27 to 4/16/27

  • Max. people : 10
  • Cabins : 4
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow thruster Bow thruster
220 V converter 220 V converter
Air cooler Air cooler
Microwave Microwave
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Comfort 8 0
Magnifique
Magnifique
-25%

€2,249 €1,679

From €168 / pers

Week of the 4/10/27 to 4/17/27

  • Max. people : 10
  • Cabins : 4
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow thruster Bow thruster
220 V converter 220 V converter
Air cooler Air cooler
Microwave Microwave
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Premium 2 2
Horizon
Horizon
-25%

€2,329 €1,739

From €348 / pers

Week of the 4/12/27 to 4/19/27

  • Max. people : 5
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 1
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air cooler Air cooler
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Flat-screen TV Flat-screen TV
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Comfort 2 2
Caprice
Caprice
-25%

€2,369 €1,769

From €295 / pers

Week of the 4/30/27 to 5/7/27

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions Two steering positions
220 V converter 220 V converter
Microwave Microwave
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Comfort 8 0
Magnifique
Magnifique
-25%

€2,449 €1,829

From €183 / pers

Week of the 4/12/27 to 4/19/27

  • Max. people : 10
  • Cabins : 4
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow thruster Bow thruster
220 V converter 220 V converter
Air cooler Air cooler
Microwave Microwave
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Comfort 2 2
Caprice
Caprice
-25%

€1,699 €1,269

From €212 / pers

Week of the 4/9/27 to 4/16/27

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions Two steering positions
220 V converter 220 V converter
Microwave Microwave
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Premium 2 2
Horizon
Horizon
-25%

€2,649 €1,979

From €396 / pers

Week of the 4/17/27 to 4/24/27

  • Max. people : 5
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 1
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air cooler Air cooler
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Flat-screen TV Flat-screen TV
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Comfort 2 2
Caprice
Caprice
-25%

€1,979 €1,479

From €246 / pers

Week of the 4/17/27 to 4/24/27

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions Two steering positions
220 V converter 220 V converter
Microwave Microwave
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Comfort 2 2
Caprice
Caprice
-25%

€2,299 €1,719

From €286 / pers

Week of the 4/28/27 to 5/5/27

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions Two steering positions
220 V converter 220 V converter
Microwave Microwave
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Premium 2 2
Horizon
Horizon
-25%

€2,579 €1,929

From €386 / pers

Week of the 4/16/27 to 4/23/27

  • Max. people : 5
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 1
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air cooler Air cooler
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Flat-screen TV Flat-screen TV
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Comfort Plus 6 0
Vision 3
Vision 3
-25%

€2,619 €1,959

From €280 / pers

Week of the 4/9/27 to 4/16/27

  • Max. people : 7
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air-Conditioning Air-Conditioning
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Comfort Plus 6 0
Vision 3
Vision 3
-25%

€2,659 €1,989

From €284 / pers

Week of the 4/10/27 to 4/17/27

  • Max. people : 7
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air-Conditioning Air-Conditioning
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Premium 2 2
Horizon
Horizon
-25%

€2,739 €2,049

From €410 / pers

Week of the 4/19/27 to 4/26/27

  • Max. people : 5
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 1
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air cooler Air cooler
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Flat-screen TV Flat-screen TV
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Comfort Plus 6 0
Vision 3
Vision 3
-25%

€2,819 €2,109

From €301 / pers

Week of the 4/12/27 to 4/19/27

  • Max. people : 7
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air-Conditioning Air-Conditioning
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Comfort Plus 8 0
Vision 4
Vision 4
-25%

€2,979 €2,229

From €248 / pers

Week of the 4/9/27 to 4/16/27

  • Max. people : 9
  • Cabins : 4
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 4
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air-Conditioning Air-Conditioning
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Comfort Plus 8 0
Vision 4
Vision 4
-25%

€4,409 €3,299

From €367 / pers

Week of the 4/28/27 to 5/5/27

  • Max. people : 9
  • Cabins : 4
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 4
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air-Conditioning Air-Conditioning
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges
Range Comfort Plus 8 0
Vision 4
Vision 4
-25%

€3,019 €2,259

From €251 / pers

Week of the 4/10/27 to 4/17/27

  • Max. people : 9
  • Cabins : 4
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 4
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air-Conditioning Air-Conditioning
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Branges > Branges

Customer testimonials

Average : 4.6 étoiles 4.6/5 (based on 3 ratings)
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 24, 2026, CapriceCruise : Branges round trip
"Serenity."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 15, 2026, Grand ClassiqueCruise : Branges round trip
"Our first river cruise. It was a wonderful discovery after cruising on canals."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jul 18, 2026, Vision 4Cruise : Branges round trip
"Ideal for 8 people."

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