River cruise for an one-way trip from Chatillon to Digoin

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Chatillon en Bazois - Decize - Digoin - 115 Km - 34 Locks - 22 h of navigation - 7 Nights (1 week)

From Châtillon en Bazois to Châtillon en Bazois, 0 km, 0 Lock(s), 0 h of navigation

Stopover : Châtillon en Bazois

Châtillon-en-Bazois

One visit not to be missed is to the castle of Châtillon-en-Bazois, built on a limestone spur in the 10th century.

Château de Châtillon-En-Bazois

This historic family residence, with its period furniture and gardens labeled as a "Remarkable Garden," will transport you back in time.

The Crypt of the Church of Alluy

For an immersion into the local religious history, explore this Romanesque crypt dating back to the Middle Ages, with its well-preserved wall paintings.

Saint John the Baptist Church

Admire its stained glass window of the Holy Family by Lysiane Goeman, restored in 2020, and explore its fascinating architecture.

From Châtillon en Bazois to Panneçot, 22 km, 9 Lock(s), 4.7 h of navigation

Stopover : Châtillon en Bazois > Panneçot

Châtillon-en-Bazois

One visit not to be missed is to the castle of Châtillon-en-Bazois, built on a limestone spur in the 10th century.

Château de Châtillon-En-Bazois

This historic family residence, with its period furniture and gardens labeled as a "Remarkable Garden," will transport you back in time.

The Crypt of the Church of Alluy

For an immersion into the local religious history, explore this Romanesque crypt dating back to the Middle Ages, with its well-preserved wall paintings.

Saint John the Baptist Church

Admire its stained glass window of the Holy Family by Lysiane Goeman, restored in 2020, and explore its fascinating architecture.

From Panneçot to Cercy la Tour, 13 km, 5 Lock(s), 2.7 h of navigation

Stopover : Panneçot > Cercy la Tour

Cercy-la-Tour

This village takes its name from the Tower of the old feudal castle, of which only ruins now remain. The village is pleasant, especially when strolling the small lanes leading to a terrace which overlooks the whole valley.

From Cercy la Tour to Decize, 16 km, 5 Lock(s), 3.1 h of navigation

Stopover : Cercy la Tour > Decize

From Decize to Gannay, 15 km, 3 Lock(s), 2.6 h of navigation

Stopover : Decize > Gannay

Décize

Overlooking the rocky island of the Loire, Decize is a former fortified town that offers visitors a rewarding stop filled with heritage discoveries. With five bridges to cross, the town is a strategic hub for transportation routes. This unique geographical position makes it an essential stop in the heart of France. The town thrived thanks to the transport of goods by river and recreational boating, with the Port de la Jonction and its 80 mooring rings serving as its main ambassador. Decize is also nicknamed "Fishermen’s Paradise" due to its abundance of fish, offering wonderful surprises of all sizes such as zander, chub, perch, pike, and catfish.

From Gannay to Beaulon, 16 km, 5 Lock(s), 3.1 h of navigation

Stopover : Gannay > Beaulon

From Beaulon to Pierrefitte, 18 km, 4 Lock(s), 3.2 h of navigation

Stopover : Beaulon > Dompierre > Pierrefitte

Dompierre-Sur-Besbre

Dompierre-sur-Besbre is a town bordered by the Loire River to the east and crossed by the Besbre River and its lateral canal. Its development began around the Abbey of Sept-Fons in the 12th century. Located at the crossroads between Burgundy and the Massif Central, the town has become an agricultural and commercial center. Its natural heritage and vibrant cultural life make it a popular destination for eco-tourism.