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Leisure Cycling along the Canal du Nivernais
Cycling along the Canal du Nivernais in Northern Burgundy is a real pleasure. You are cycling on the towpath along picturesque villages and gorgeous nature. You also have the possibility to enjoy the French cuisine and to discover the charm of this beautiful area.
Highlights:
– Cycling along the river
– Medieval Cities
– Salmon and Trout Farms
– Visit and Tasting in a Crémant-Cellar
– Auxerre and Joigny cities of art & history
Day 1 Decize
Arrival in Decize and overnight stay.
Day 2 Decize – Châtillon-en-Bazois 48 km
You leave Decize and start this beautiful cycling holiday along the Canal du Nivernais. This canal connects the Loire with the Yonne river. You arrive in Châtillon-en- Bazois.
Day 3 Châtillon-en-Bazois – Clamecy 63 km
You cycle on the towpath and pass marvellous and diverse landscapes. You arrive Clamecy, a pretty little town with half-timbered housed and a lovely atmosphere.
Day 4 Clamecy – Auxerre 64 km
You continue your path along the Canal du Nivernais. Wood was carried from the Morvan forest to the capital of Paris in medieval times. You are passing the Rochers du Saussois, a popular destination for day-trippers, and after a quick stop have the possibility to visit the charming village of Mailly-le-Château. On the trout-farm Crisenon, you can learn more about trout breeding and buy local products. Afterwards you can discover the cute medieval village of Cravant. Then you are cycling further to the Caves de Bailly, where you enjoy a Crémant tasting. Next you arrive in Auxerre. This magnificent town has a wonderful city centre with its impressive cathedral, its former abbey Saint Germain and the typical half-timbered houses.
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast it is time to say good-bye. Except if you would like to extend your trip to Joigny.
Extend Option
Auxerre – Joigny 35 km
On the new cycling path, you are not only following the Canal du Nivernais but also the beautiful Yonne river. Before your arrival in Joigny you can make a stop at „Le Borvo“ a local fish production, where you have the possibility to buy local products. Joigny is a marvellous small town, which is located directly next to the Yonne river. Enjoy your last night and stroll through the beautiful city center with its typical French charm.
4 nights in 2*/3* star hotels/ Chambres d’Hotes in room with private facilities
4 nights in 2*/3* star hotels/ Chambres d’Hotes in room with private facilities
Daily breakfast
4-course dinner (Option)
Personal welcome meeting
Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel
1 tasting of Crémant de Bourgogne in Bailly
Rout book, maps and information material
Transfer Vézelay-Montbard
24 h Service Hotline
GPS-Tacks on demand
Arrival: Daily 18.03. – 31.10.2021
Grade: Mainly on cycling paths along the Canal du Nivernais, without climbs.
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