cruising route Dompierre / Paray-le-Monial / Dompierre
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Dompierre - Paray-le-Monial - Dompierre
72 Km - 18 Locks
13 h of navigation - 3 Nights
From Dompierre to Pierrefitte
10 km, 2 Lock(s), 1.7 h of navigation
Stopover : Dompierre > Pierrefitte
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.
Swimming
the lakes of Pierrefitte-sur-Loire
From Pierrefitte to Paray le Monial
26 km, 7 Lock(s), 4.9 h of navigation
Stopover : Pierrefitte > Digoin > Paray le Monial
Monument
Paray-le-Monial
The Basilica of the Sacré-Coeur is the most well-known landmark of Paray-le-Monial. This 12th century building, built by Hugh of Semur, is the best preserved example of Cluniac architecture in Burgundy.
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)
From Paray le Monial to Dompierre
36 km, 9 Lock(s), 6.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Paray le Monial > Digoin > Pierrefitte > Dompierre
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.
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.
Gastronomy
the trim of Canalou (perch, pike, salmon, eel with red wine sauce)
Swimming
the lakes of Pierrefitte-sur-Loire
Bike
Bike
Tow paths provide an ideal place to ride your bikeThe 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 Dompierre
From €182 / pers
Week of the 5/4/26 to 5/7/26
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 3
- Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two steering positions
Bow and Stern Thruster
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Continuous 220V electricity
Air-Conditioning
Bimini Top
Electric toilets
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Week of the 5/4/26 to 5/7/26
- Max. people : 5
- Cabins : 2
- Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions
Bow thruster
Bimini Top
220V socket
Electric toilets
From €147 / pers
Week of the 5/4/26 to 5/7/26
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 2
- Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Bow and Stern Thruster
220 V converter
Bimini Top
220V socket
Electric toilets
From €109 / pers
Week of the 5/4/26 to 5/7/26
- Max. people : 9
- Cabins : 4
- Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two steering positions
Bow thruster
Bimini Top
220V socket
Electric toilets
Customer testimonials
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(based on 2 ratings)
"Excellent."
"Relaxing in nature, total disconnection and magnificent weather."