Three canals to choose from
Towards Roanne, enjoy an unhurried canal journey. On the Canal du Centre, combine Burgundy scenery with heritage stops.
Burgundy • Licence-free boating
Boat hire in Digoin
At Digoin, choose your direction where three canals meet. The aqueduct over the Loire sets the scene for a holiday of waterway landmarks, village stops and changing landscapes.
No licence requiredIntroduction before departure
At your own paceTime afloat and time ashore
Short break or longer escapeSubject to boat and availability
Your starting point
Why start in Digoin ?
The Digoin aqueduct
Take time to discover the bridge that carries boats above the Loire.
Paray-le-Monial or the Brionnais
Plan your stops around your chosen direction, leaving time to explore ashore.
Enjoy the journey
Ideas for your cruise
Chambilly
Digoin → Chambilly → Digoin
50 km · 12 locks · ≈ 12 h
Return route. Approximate cruising time.
Plan this route →Briennon
Digoin → Briennon → Digoin
86 km · 16 locks · ≈ 19 h
Return route. Approximate cruising time.
Plan this route →Roanne → Digoin → Paray-le-Monial
Digoin → Roanne → Digoin → Paray-le-Monial → Digoin
140 km · 28 locks · ≈ 32 h
Return route. Approximate cruising time.
Plan this route →Before you board
Make the holiday your own
Choose your pace
Distance is only part of the journey: locks and stops take time too. Leave room to enjoy each place and adapt your route to navigation conditions.
Find your boat
Consider cabin numbers, your crew and preferred comfort level to choose a boat that suits your holiday.
Prepare for arrival
Your holiday documents confirm the meeting point and arrival times. Before departure, the team introduces the boat, handling and navigation instructions.
Find your bearings
Your cruise on the map
Your questions
Planning your cruise
Do I need a boating licence?
No, the boats offered can be hired without a boating licence. An introduction helps you get familiar with the boat before starting your cruise.
How long should I go for?
A short break offers a first taste of the area around your base. A week leaves more time for stops. Duration and route depend on availability and your preferred pace.
Are the suggested routes guaranteed?
Routes are suggestions. Waterway conditions and operating hours may require changes; the team can help you plan before departure.
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