Southern Burgundy in the Cote d'Or Wine Region

Southern Burgundy is one of the most popular areas for barge cruising as it is the heart of the Cote d'Or wine region. From the historic city of Dijon to the Routes des Vins with its famous wine villages to the sophisticated wine center of Beaune, this area is renowned for its noble Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vintage wines.

Three picturesque canals and the Saone River surround this area making it a highly desirable barging region.

The Southern Burgundy Canal

From the summit of the canal at Pouilly-en-Auxois, the canal flows through the lush Valley of the Ouche River and on through Dijon, the capital of Burgundy, before it empties into the Saone River at the bustling port town of St-Jean-de-Losne.

The Saone River

The peaceful Saone River connects northern France to the Rhone River at Lyon. It winds through verdant farmland and is just a day's cruise connecting the Burgundy Canal with the Canal du Centre

The Canal du Centre

From the Saone River at Chalon-sur-Saone, the Canal du Centre skirts the southwest side of the Cote d'Or wine region as it rises toward the Upper Loire region. As well as vineyards and inviting villages, pastures with Charolais cattle dot the countryside making this an idyllic and peaceful waterway.

Browse Southern Burgundy Barges

Southern Burgundy Canal between Dijon and Escommes:

• Amaryllis - 8 passengers - charter only - $$$$
• Fleur de Lys - 6 passengers - charter only - $$$$
• L'Impressionniste - 12 passengers - $$$
• Magnolia - 6 passengers - charter only - $
• Prosperite - 8 passengers - charter only - $$$$
• Rendez-vous - 6 passengers - charter only - $$$
• Saroche - 6 passengers - $$$
• Savoir Vivre - 8 passengers - $

Canal du Centre, Saone River and the Burgundy Canal:

• Amaryllis - 8 passengers - $$$$
• Finesse - 8 passengers - $$$$
• Fleur de Lys - 6 passengers - $$$$

Please see the individual barge's itineraries for the diverse routes and excursions they include.

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