Burgundy Franche-Comté Region Guide River Saône Approx Time No
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Burgundy Franche-Comté Region guide River Saône Approx time No. of locks Canal du Centre Approx time No. of locks Épinal Chalon-sur-Saône 13 hr 15min 42 1hr 1 4 hr 30 min 12 Bains-les-Bains 15 hr 15 min 48 Fragnes 2 hr 6 3 hr 30 min 11 Fontenoy-le-Château Chagny 3 hr 7 45 min 45 min 0 0 Selles Santenay 2hr 4 Corre 45 min 1 Ormoy 1 hr 45 min 2 River Seille Approx time No. of locks Cendrecourt 2 hr 45 min 2 La Truchère Con�andey 1 hr 1 45 min 20 hr 30 min 0 27 Cuisery Port-sur-Saône 2 hr 4 hr 1 2 1 hr 45 min 2 Savigny-sur-Seille Épinal Scey-sur-Saône 1 hr 0 2 hr 45 min 6 Branges Ray-sur-Saône 1 hr 1 hr 1 1 45 min 0 Louhans Seveux 4 hr 15 min 3 Bains-les-Bains Gray 4 hr 30 min 3 Pontailler-sur-Saône Selles 45 min 0 Lamarche-sur-Saône 8 hr 15 min 5 1 hr 45 min 1 Corre Auxonne Canal FONTENOY 1 hr 15 min 1 Navigable river Ormoy Junction of Saône and Canal du Rhône au Rhin LECHÂTEAU 30 min 30 min 0 0 Cendrecourt Saint-Jean-de-Losne 2 hr 1 E Seurre N 2 hr 30 min G 1 O Verdun-sur-le-Doubs 8 hr 2 G R 1 hr 0 U Scey-sur-Saône Port-sur-Saône Gergy O B 2 hr 30 min 0 T E Chalon-sur-Saône Ray-sur-Saône E 2 hr 45 min 0 N Gigny-sur-Saône G 1 A 1 hr 45 min 5 hr 15 min 2 P C Tournus A M Seveux 45 min 1 N A A H E L N La Truchère C Ô A E 3 hr 30 min 3 hr 30 min 0 0 D S R E T Mâcon B Gray N O E U L R A N Avanne-Aveney G Dijon O Fleurey-sur-Ouche A Canal de Bourgogne Approx time No. of locks G C N Gissey-sur E Pontailler-sur-Saône -Ouche Lamarche-sur-Saône CANAL DU RHÔNE AU RHIN Saint-Jean-de-Losne 1 hr 2 8 hr 22 STJEAN Saint-Vit Besançon Brazey-en-Plaine 7 hr 20 Dampierre Osselle Dijon 4 hr 15 min Châteauneuf DELOSNE 13 Auxonne Ranchot Fleurey-sur-Ouche Pont- 3 hr 30 min 9 d'Ouche 15 hr 30 min 44 Brazey-en-Plaine Gissey-sur-Ouche 4 hr 15min 13 Dole Rochefort-sur-Nenon Pont d'Ouche 3 hr 30 min 9 Beaune Châteauneuf Seurre Santenay Chagny Verdun-sur-le-Doubs Maximum speed allowed 12 on rivers in km/h CanalMaritime du Rhône Canal au Rhin ApproxApprox time time No.No. of of locks locks Fragnes Gergy Intersection with Aigues-Mortes RE Junction of Saône and Canal du Rhône au Rhin T 4 hr45 15 min min 4 45 hr min 15 min 90 90 N Chalon-sur-Saône E Maximum speed allowed Sallèles d’Aude C Dole (Base closed for 1 hr 2 U S 6 on canals in km/h D A BRANGES Ô a 2021 season) Rochefort-sur-Nenon L 2 hr 30 min A N 4 L N E O A C Gigny-sur-Saône Ranchot I 30 min 0 R Louhans Maximum speed allowed in E L E L 10 hr 30 min 17 E I Dampierre 45min 2 S 3 ports/marinas in km/h Tournus Savigny-sur-Seille Saint-Vit 1 hr 45 min 2 Cuisery La Truchère Osselle 2 hr 30 min 4 Pass oncoming boats on Avanne-Aveney 1 hr 30 min 3 the right-hand side Besançon Mâcon FONTENOY-LE-CHÂTEAU Get up high and visit the ruins of the castle that once dominated the city. In the village centre, the Lombards Tower still stands, the last example of the 14th century fortifications which protected the town. The Museum of Embroidery, Metallurgy and Heritage offers great insight into the town’s artistic past. If you’re feeling active, there are plenty of cycling and hiking trails around the town. Recommended restaurant: Moulin Cotant, 100m from the port. Amenities: Bakery, grocery store, bar and tearoom. Covered Market: Tue (am). Waterside services: The Le Boat base has Wi-Fi, water, electricity, as well as showers/toilets when the base is open. SELLES Épinal Castle This small village is famous for its swing bridge, “Le Pont Tournant”, which dates from 1886. Moor close to the restaurant of the same name to visit the town’s historic washhouse, ÉPINAL fountain and old church. Take the opportunity to stock up on delicious goats’ cheese at the Biodéal Rousey Cheese Factory, then cycle to visit Nestled in the hollow of the Vosges, Épinal is famed for its colourful images. Visit the Image Museum to learn the glassworks in nearby Passavant-la-Rochère, where the traditional more about their origins, started by Jean-Charles Pellerin in the 19th century. The city centre is focused around art of glass blowing has been practiced since 1475. the charming Place des Vosges, which is lined with Renaissance houses and a basilica dating from the 11th century. The ruins of the medieval castle lie above the old town, while its 26 hectare park contains a miniature Recommended restaurant:Au Pont Tournant, backing onto the canal. Amenities: Bakery, grocery store, bar and restaurant. zoo and beautiful gardens, perfect for a stroll in the sun. Glass blowing in Selles Recommended restaurant: In Extremis - Place de l’Atre. Amenities: Supermarket, butchers, bakeries, cafés and restaurants. Port-sur- Saône Market: Wed & Sat (am). PORT-SUR-SAÔNE Waterside services: Moorings with water, electricity, toilets, Wi-Fi. Once a busy port, the city’s rich Thermal baths at Baines-les-Bains architecture testifies to its ancient past, from the former Cluny Priory, BAINS-LES-BAINS the Hôtel de la Paix with its beautiful sculpted door and the pretty church Since Roman times, the thermal baths of of St. Étienne. You’ll also want to Bains-les-Bains have been used for their see the magnificent 18th century health and well-being benefits. In a beautiful bridge. With 13 arches, it spans all wooded park stands the thermal centre the way across the Saône, offering offering a ‘mini-cure’, ideal for day-trippers wonderful views. Next to the marina, who are in need of a little pampering. For La Maladière Park is home to several relaxation of a different kind, you’ll find a mini- deer families, and a nice spot for a St Étienne Church, Port-sur- Saône golf course, or you could enjoy a horse-drawn relaxing stroll. carriage ride through the countryside (+33 6 82 53 52 81). Recommended restaurant: Le Chalet de la Plage, 700m from the moorings Recommended restaurant: Auberge du Amenities: Supermarket, bakery, Coney (100m from the port). butcher, cafés and restaurants Market: Fri (am). Market: Tue (am). Amenities: Supermarket, grocery store, Waterside services: The Franche- bakery and restaurants. Comté Nautic Marina has water, electricity, toilets, Wi-Fi and a launderette. SCEY-SUR-SAÔNE Here you’ll find one of the jewels of the Saône River - St. Albin Tunnel. Commissioned by Napoleon to join the two arms of the Saône, the tunnel is 681 metres long and took almost 25 years to complete. ‘La Ferme des Vikings’ should be your first stop to pick up some homemade jam made from fresh fruit from their orchard, as well as local honey and wine. Take a pony ride in the grounds of the town’s castle (Pony Club Les Boulingrins +33 84 92 70 25) surrounded by deer. There’s also a mini- farm with goats, rabbits, chickens, and even St. Albin Tunnel, Scey-sur-Saône kangaroos, which children will adore. Recommended restaurant: Les Deux Ports, overlooking the Locaboat base. Auxonne Amenities: Grocery store, bakery, butcher, cafés and restaurant. Waterside services: The municipal port has water, toilets, showers and a launderette. Or Saône Plaisance stop has water, electricity, toilets and Wi-Fi. AUXONNE An ancient border town and a stronghold since the Middle Ages, Auxonne owes its fame to Napoleon, who lived and studied here. Explore the city by foot to discover its remarkable historical and architectural RAY-SUR-SAÔNE heritage. The artillery arsenal, which dates back to 1689, was built by the military engineer, Vauban, and now Make a stop in Ray-sur-Saône to discover its Gothic church, serves as a covered market. Notre-Dame Church dominates the centre with its oxagonal twisted bell tower, washhouse, mill, and its many old houses including the Monks’ restored during the 19th century. House, dating from the 16th century. Overlooking the village, the 10th century castle dominates the valley, and its park Recommended restaurant: Le Corbeau, just outside Notre-Dame. offers an exceptional panoramic view over the Saône River. Market: Fri (am) - Places d’Armes. The castle houses a small wooden chest that once contained the Shroud of Turin. It is currently being restored. Approach the village slowly - do not go outside the channel or you may run aground. BRAZEY-EN-PLAINE Recommended restaurant: Chez Yvette, on the main street. Ray-sur-Saône Castle Amenities: Bakery, butcher, bar-restaurant. Magnin Park, with many rare tree species is, a small gem in the heart of this village. The equestrian centre, Le Galopin (+33 3 80 29 88 59), offers horse and pony rides, whether you’re a beginner or an expert. Gray’s basilica For something a little more sedate, jump aboard a horse-drawn carriage for a tour through woods.