The Medieval Markets Cruise

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.

Distance: 293 km
Cruising Time: 38 hrs
Locks: 14
Return Trip

St Jean de Losne > Louhans > St Jean de Losne

St Jean De Losne

Located at the junction of the Burgundy Canal and the Sa�ne River, St Jean de Losne has become the most important centre for inland boating activities in France . You will find modern moorings with water and electricity and a range of shops conveniently situated close to the port. Near to the water point there is a launderette with washers and driers

Seurre

La maison Bossuet, l'Etang rouge which is a reconstruction of a Bourguignon village, l'eglise Saint Martin with its carillon of 47 bells; also the historic, rustic town centre; and the museum of objects which have been recovered from the Sa�ne.

Verdun Sur Le Doubs

All services and toilet/ shower facilites available. However, the number of places is limited and the port fills up quickly - don't arrive too late!

Chalon Sur Sa�ne

It is situated quite near to the town centre and there is a vast shopping complex close by. There is a footbridge linking the port to the old qurter of town.

Gigny-sur-sa�ne

A small village typical of rural France. Not much in the way of restaurants and shops; but this is a very pleasant little place to dine aboard your boat and watch a Sa�ne- Valley sunset, indulge in a little fishing, and relax.

Tournus

Tournus is a town steeped in history, and down the centuries it has been an important religious centre.

La Truch�re

La Truch�re offers a rustic charm in peaceful green countryside, next to a wetland nature reserve.

Cuisery

If you need to go shopping, or if you want a restaurant meal on your first night, we recommend you to stop at Cuisery.

Loisy

On arriving at the lock at Loisy, you will find Michel who sells local products, regional specialities and Burgundy wines . He also sells bread, and will even help you pass through the lock, if help is needed.

Branges

For your last evening, you can stop here if you want to start to pack and then we suggest that you take your car to Louhans if you want a restaurant for that evening, Please note that there are no restaurants in Branges, so if you don't have a car you will need a taxi to go to the restaurant, which we can organise for you