Spectacularly beautiful, this cultural and gastronomic region in the heart of France is perfect for a tranquil boating holiday allowing you to discover the natural beauty of unspoilt countryside.
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St Jean de Losne - Louhans - St Jean de Losne
Cruise the Rivers Saône and Seille on this tranquil and historic cruise to Louhans the capital of the Bresse region. En route visit Seurre and Tournus before arriving in medieval Louhans where houses on the Grand Rue have stone facades and 15th century timber surrounds and the Church of St Pierre with its magnificent spire and richly decorated roof is a welcoming sight.
Branges - Chagny - Branges
Cruise the River Saône and the Canal du Centre on this spectacular journey past vineyards of the Côte de Beaune. Legendary names such as Rully and Mercurey are only a short cycle-ride from the canal and Santenay offers a swimming pool and casino.
Gray - Corre - Gray
This cruise on the pretty Petite Saône river takes you through beautiful unspoilt countryside and bustling port towns full of character and charm.
Fontenoy le Chateau - Gray (or vice versa)
A classic cruise on the Canal de L’Est and the peaceful River Saône. Relax beside the ornamental fountains at Jussey. Enjoy the bustling market town of Port-sur-Saône and the lively Saturday market at Gray before returning to Fontenoy-le-Château with its cobbled streets and delightful old-world charm.
Fontenoy le Chateau - St. Jean de Losne (or vice versa)
A gentle cruise along the River Saône to St. Jean-de-Losne in the heart of Burgundy. Notable villages worth visiting en route include Jussy, Port-Sur-Saône and Gray before reaching the historic city of Auxonne. Beaune - the wine growing centre of Burgundy is within easy reach of St. Jean-de-Losne.
Gray - Branges (or vice versa)
Explore the best of three regions - Franche Comté, Burgundy and Bresse on the Petite Saône, the Grande Saône and Seille Rivers. A gastronomic delight, some notable wines, abundant wildlife, excellent fishing and only 12 locks (10 of which are automatic or permanently manned) await you.
St Jean de Losne - Chagny - Branges (or vice versa)
From bustling St. Jean-de-Losne in the heart of Burgundy, cruise the clear waters of the Saône stopping at the many attractive towns with their distinctive multi-coloured glazed roofs. Chagny is home to the Michelin starred Lameloise restaurant and at the heart of Côte de Beaune wine-making. Branges, on the banks of the pretty River Seille, is popular with nature lovers and anglers.
St Jean de Losne – Besançon - St Jean de Losne
Follow the delightful bends of the picturesque River Doubs and on to the Canal du Rhône au Rhin. Explore the ancient lanes of the hilltop town of Dole and visit the home of Louis Pasteur. Besançon is set in a loop of the River Doubs and is surrounded by attractive countryside and low-lying mountains. Climb the steep hill up to Its ancient citadel for stunning views.
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