River cruise for a round trip from Saint Léger up to Châlon - Digoin

Day 1

the Côtes Chalonnaise

Day 2

Châlon-sur-Saône

This old Roman port (Caesar's winter headquarters) still retains a military appearance; it was also the birthplace of Nicéphore Niépce.

Saint Vincent Cathedral

Listed as a historic monument since 1903, this cathedral, built between the 11th and 16th centuries, showcases a mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. During your visit, be sure not to miss the cloister.

La Tour du Doyenné

Dating back to the 15th century, this historic tower offers a panoramic view of the city from Saint-Laurent Island. Explore the surrounding garden, which houses a linden tree from Buffon’s nurseries, a notable figure of the Enlightenment.

the Côtes Chalonnaise

the swimming area of ??Chalon sur Saone

the Leisure Center of St Nicolas sur Saone

This large water sports center is an ideal location for tourists. Swimming, water sports, playground,..

Day 3

Châlon-sur-Saône

This old Roman port (Caesar's winter headquarters) still retains a military appearance; it was also the birthplace of Nicéphore Niépce.

Chagny

At the heart of the Burgundy wine region (between the Côte de Beaune and the Côte Chalonnaise), Chagny is bursting with great gourmet restaurants, the most famous being Lameloise (3 Michelin stars).

Saint Vincent Cathedral

Listed as a historic monument since 1903, this cathedral, built between the 11th and 16th centuries, showcases a mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. During your visit, be sure not to miss the cloister.

La Tour du Doyenné

Dating back to the 15th century, this historic tower offers a panoramic view of the city from Saint-Laurent Island. Explore the surrounding garden, which houses a linden tree from Buffon’s nurseries, a notable figure of the Enlightenment.

the Côtes Chalonnaise

the Côtes de Beaune

the swimming area of ??Chalon sur Saone

the Leisure Center of St Nicolas sur Saone

This large water sports center is an ideal location for tourists. Swimming, water sports, playground,..

Day 4

the Côtes Chalonnaise

Day 5

Ecuisses

Formerly made up on 7 locks, the Ecuisse ladder now only features 5. In the middle of the passage you will be able to discover the history of the Canal du Centre by visiting the Canal Museum.

Day 6

Day 7

Palinges

Completed in the 18th century, the Château de Digoine in Palinges is a beautiful old abode. It is fitted with a small private theatre, called Italian-style, decorated by Cicéri and popular with famous names from Offenbach to Sarah Bernhardt.

Montceau-les-Mines

This old 19th century mining town definitely warrants taking a break from your boat, with its inviting pedestrian streets and small art galleries, including that of Monique Thierry.

Day 8

Palinges

Completed in the 18th century, the Château de Digoine in Palinges is a beautiful old abode. It is fitted with a small private theatre, called Italian-style, decorated by Cicéri and popular with famous names from Offenbach to Sarah Bernhardt.

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.

Day 9

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.

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.

the trim of Canalou (perch, pike, salmon, eel with red wine sauce)

Day 10

Palinges

Completed in the 18th century, the Château de Digoine in Palinges is a beautiful old abode. It is fitted with a small private theatre, called Italian-style, decorated by Cicéri and popular with famous names from Offenbach to Sarah Bernhardt.

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.

Day 11

Palinges

Completed in the 18th century, the Château de Digoine in Palinges is a beautiful old abode. It is fitted with a small private theatre, called Italian-style, decorated by Cicéri and popular with famous names from Offenbach to Sarah Bernhardt.

Montceau-les-Mines

This old 19th century mining town definitely warrants taking a break from your boat, with its inviting pedestrian streets and small art galleries, including that of Monique Thierry.

Day 12

Day 13

Ecuisses

Formerly made up on 7 locks, the Ecuisse ladder now only features 5. In the middle of the passage you will be able to discover the history of the Canal du Centre by visiting the Canal Museum.

cruising route Saint Léger / Châlon - Digoin / Saint Léger

Saint Léger - Châlon - Digoin - Saint Léger

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