River cruise trip Digoin / Plagny / Briare
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Digoin - Plagny - Briare - 197 Km - 37 Locks - 34 h of navigation - 7 Nights (1 week)
From Digoin to Pierrefitte, 15 km, 3 Lock(s), 2.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Digoin > Pierrefitte
River constructions
the Canal Bridge of Digoin
This aqueduct allows the Loire river to be crossed; at 235m in length it is smaller than the one in Briare.
Gastronomy
the trim of Canalou (perch, pike, salmon, eel with red wine sauce)
Swimming
the lakes of Pierrefitte-sur-Loire
From Pierrefitte to Gannay, 34 km, 9 Lock(s), 6.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Pierrefitte > Dompierre > Beaulon > Gannay
Swimming
the lakes of Pierrefitte-sur-Loire
From Gannay to Fleury sur Loire, 27 km, 4 Lock(s), 4.4 h of navigation
Stopover : Gannay > Fleury sur Loire
From Fleury sur Loire to Marseilles les Aubigny, 45 km, 6 Lock(s), 7.2 h of navigation
Stopover : Fleury sur Loire > Nevers > Plagny > Marseilles les Aubigny
Monument
Marseilles-lès-Aubigny
This small village was one of the first French river ports of the 19th century.
Monument
Nevers
Considered to be one of the first castle in the Loire, Château Ducal towers over the Loire valley. The Cathedral of Saint-Cyr is also worth the detour.From Marseilles les Aubigny to St Satur, 34 km, 9 Lock(s), 6.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Marseilles les Aubigny > La Charité sur Loire > St Satur
Monument
Marseilles-lès-Aubigny
This small village was one of the first French river ports of the 19th century.
Monument
Sancerre
This town revolves around wine. In the town century you can find the Sancerre Dovetail, which brings together a number of wine-growers from the region and offers a guided tour and a tasting of the best Sancerre has to offer.
Monument
La Charité-sur-Loire
Upon arrival, the stone bridge sets the tone for this village's past; it is one of only two original bridges on the Loire. Also designated a 'city of books', La Charité-sur-Loire is known above all for the Basilica of Sainte-Croix, which was one of the largest religious buildings in France, before various wars partially destroyed the landmark.
Vineyard
the Sancerre
From St Satur to Châtillon sur Loire, 33 km, 6 Lock(s), 5.6 h of navigation
Stopover : St Satur > Cosne Cours > Belleville > Châtillon sur Loire
Monument
Sancerre
This town revolves around wine. In the town century you can find the Sancerre Dovetail, which brings together a number of wine-growers from the region and offers a guided tour and a tasting of the best Sancerre has to offer.
Monument
Châtillon-sur-Loire
This charming town features a network of old lanes, the ruins of 12th century Gaillard Castle, and a Protestant church.From Châtillon sur Loire to Briare, 9 km, 0 Lock(s), 1.2 h of navigation
Stopover : Châtillon sur Loire > Briare
Monument
Briare
This town is especially known for its magnificent aqueduct; probably the most beautiful in France.
Bike
Bike
Tow paths provide an ideal place to ride your bikeCustomer testimonials
Average :
4.6/5
(based on 5 opinion)
4.6/5
(based on 5 opinion)
Stefan W.
Cruise carried out on May 25, 2024, Penichette 935 W ACruise :
between Digoin and Briare
"A beautiful adventure."
Stefan W.
Cruise carried out on May 25, 2024, Penichette 935 W ACruise :
between Digoin and Briare
"A beautiful adventure."
Patrick C.
Cruise carried out on May 4, 2024, Penichette 935 W ACruise :
between Digoin and Briare
"Very pleasant despite the rain, very friendly lock-keepers."
Ruth M.
Cruise carried out on Apr 21, 2023, Haines 40Cruise :
between Digoin and Briare
"A timeless experience."
The Locks
2 type(s) of lock(s) on The Canal Latéral à la Loire/Briare- Manual locks with a lock-keeper
- Automatic locks
"Very good value for money."