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River Cruise Decize / Dompierre-Sur-Besbre / Decize

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Decize - Dompierre-Sur-Besbre - Decize - 78 Km - 20 Locks - 14 h of navigation - 4 Nights

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

Stopover : Decize > Gannay
Monument Monument

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 Beaulon, 16 km, 4 Lock(s), 2.9 h of navigation

Stopover : Beaulon > Dompierre > Beaulon
Monument Monument

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.

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

Stopover : Beaulon > Gannay

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

Stopover : Gannay > Decize
Monument Monument

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.

Bike Bike

Bike

Tow paths provide an ideal place to ride your bike

The Locks

2 type(s) of lock(s) on The Canal Latéral à la Loire/Briare
  • Manual locks with a lock-keeper
  • Automatic locks

Best current offers for the destination Decize

Range Comfort 2 2
Caprice
Caprice
-16%

€1,009 €849

From €142 / pers

Week of the 4/20/26 to 4/24/26

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions Two steering positions
220 V converter 220 V converter
Air cooler Air cooler
Microwave Microwave
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets

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