Saint-Léger - Chagny - Châlon - Tournus - Louhans and back
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Basic information
- Cruise length: 218 km
- Trip duration: 7 days
- Type of cruise: there and back
- Number of locks: 41
Located on the Canal du Centre, Saint-Léger is a great starting point for gourmets and wine lovers as it is right in the middle of the world's finest wine slopes. Sail down the Canal du Centre towards the town of Chagny and the Saône River, whose warm waters are perfect for swimming. There are also two beautiful towns on the Saône, Chalon and Tournus. If you turn onto the river Seille, head towards Louhans. This town is very lively, with a typical farmers' market every Monday. The main street is lined with 157 arcades and picturesque facades. You can also discover the charm of the local half-timbered houses and taste the local speciality Poulet de Bresse (chicken Brabant).