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Mailly Le Château - Corbigny - Chatillon en Bazois - 91 Km - 70 Locks - 26 h of navigation - 7 Nights (1 week)

From Mailly le château to Châtel Censoir, 9 km, 3 Lock(s), 1.8 h of navigation

Stopover : Mailly le château > Châtel Censoir

Châtel-Censoir

Châtel-Censoir is a lively village located at the gateway to the Morvan. Nestled along the Nivernais Canal and the Yonne River, it is overlooked by the Collegiate Church of Saint Potentien (12th century), whose chimes mark the hours and set the pace of daily life. With its many small passageways and scenic trails, river tourism port, swimming, fishing, cycling paths, rock climbing at the Saussois Cliffs, caves, hiking routes, and tennis courts, Châtel and its surrounding area offer plenty of opportunities for leisure and relaxation. The village’s shops, located in the heart of town, are within walking distance. Its lively and bustling market takes place every Thursday.

Mailly-Le-Château

Mailly-le-Château is a medieval village located in the Yonne Valley. With its fortress, riverside houses, and nature reserve, it offers an enchanting setting for visitors seeking history and preserved nature.

Saint Nicholas Chapel

Discover this small 15th-century chapel, listed as a historic monument, built on one of the piers of the double humpbacked bridge.

Collégiale Saint-Potentien

Visit this church dating from the 11th to the 16th century, which was an important pilgrimage site until the 18th century.

The Bois du Parc Nature Reserve

Enjoy the hiking trails and discover the cliffs, fossilized coral reef, and remarkable flora of this nature reserve.

Le Planétarium

Discover astronomy and take a walk among the stars thanks to the Mailly-le-Château planetarium.

From Châtel Censoir to Coulanges, 10 km, 6 Lock(s), 2.5 h of navigation

Stopover : Châtel Censoir > Coulanges

Châtel-Censoir

Collégiale Saint-Potentien

Visit this church dating from the 11th to the 16th century, which was an important pilgrimage site until the 18th century.

From Coulanges to Clamecy, 9 km, 3 Lock(s), 1.8 h of navigation

Stopover : Coulanges > Clamecy

Clamecy

A number of striking landmarks can be seen in this beautiful little town, such as the Church of Notre-Dame-de-Bethéem, the Tower of the Collegiate Church of Saint-Martin, the Millraces, and the House of Tisserand.

From Clamecy to Tannay, 17 km, 8 Lock(s), 3.9 h of navigation

Stopover : Clamecy > Tannay

Clamecy

Château de Pignol

Admire the magnificent Renaissance-style château located in the hamlet of Pignol, surrounded by a park and owned by the same family since 1618.

Tannay

Tannay is a village perched on a hillside overlooking the Yonne Valley and the Nivernais Canal. It is marked by its tanning past and is now renowned for its vineyards. Its towers and rooftops reflect a unique architectural heritage, while its eight castles and churches, including the Collegiate Church of Saint Léger, add a touch of charm. Tannay is also a stop on the Way of St. James pilgrimage route and the V56 cycling route, offering accommodation, dining, and supplies to pilgrims. Events such as the Sainte-Catherine Fair bring the town to life, while a local producers’ market is held every Sunday morning.

From Tannay to Corbigny, 16 km, 10 Lock(s), 4.1 h of navigation

Stopover : Tannay > Corbigny

Corbigny

This old fortified medieval town is home to a former aldeman hotel, an old salt storehouse and the Abbaye Saint-Léonard.

Château de Pignol

Admire the magnificent Renaissance-style château located in the hamlet of Pignol, surrounded by a park and owned by the same family since 1618.

Tannay

From Corbigny to Baye, 15 km, 26 Lock(s), 7.2 h of navigation

Stopover : Corbigny > Baye

Corbigny

This old fortified medieval town is home to a former aldeman hotel, an old salt storehouse and the Abbaye Saint-Léonard.

the tunnels of the Collancelle

In this section of the Canal du Nivernais there are 3 tunnels, all less than 2km in length.

the Locks scale of Sardy

With its 16 locks, this ladder is one of the biggest in France. In order to make the passage more pleasant, craftspeople have set up in the lock keepers' houses (painters, potters,..)

Wetland pond of Baye

This wetland is designated a "Sensitive Natural Space", and the interpretive trails set up in the area allow you to discover this remarkable environment throughout the year.

the lakes of Baye

This 75ha area of open water offers a vast range of water-based activites: catamaran, paddleboarding, canoeing, kayaking, watercycling,..

From Baye to Châtillon en Bazois, 15 km, 14 Lock(s), 4.8 h of navigation

Stopover : Baye > 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.

Wetland pond of Baye

This wetland is designated a "Sensitive Natural Space", and the interpretive trails set up in the area allow you to discover this remarkable environment throughout the year.

the lakes of Baye

This 75ha area of open water offers a vast range of water-based activites: catamaran, paddleboarding, canoeing, kayaking, watercycling,..