Branges Base Information | Boating Holidays

From the base, on the banks of the river Seille, you can wind your way through the meadowlands and fields to the splendid town of Louhans, famous for its poultry fair. Or perhaps you’ll choose to follow the majestic Soane river south towards Macon, famous for its rich red wines or head north towards Verdun where the Canal du Centre and the Canal du Rhone au Rhin open up your choice of cruising routes and destinations still further.

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At the Base

Base Opening Hours

Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat: 9am – 5pm.
Tue, Thu and Sun: 10am – 4pm

Local Market

Monday mornings

Fishing

Fishing is allowed throughout the season. A fishing permit is required and is available from the local Epicerie (300m) or online at www.cartedepeche.fr. Approx. cost is 30 Euros for two weeks (prices can change).

Parking at the Base

Pre-bookable closed parking 300 meters away.
Unsecured parking available close by.

Car rental
Sixt location: 32 Av. Victor Hugo, 71100 Chalon-sur-Saône (34 km)

Tourist Office

Louhans
Tel: +33 (0) 385 750 202
https://www.bresse-bourguignonne.com

Travel Information

By Road

Be prepared

It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with local road rules and abide by them. Most European countries have a list of compulsory equipment that you must take with you. For example, there is a new legal requirement in France to carry a breathalyser, triangle & florescent jacket in your car. For driving advice and a list of the equipment youll need, please visit https://www.theaa.com/european-breakdown-cover/driving-in-europe

Directions from Calais

From Calais take A26 to Reims, then A4 to Châlon-sur-Marne, then A26 direction to Troyes follow onto A5/A31 to Dijon and then A39 direction Lons-le-Saunier – Louhans. Leave A39 at exit No 8 Lons-le-Saunier, Montmorot, Louhans. Follow N78 for 12km to Louhans then N78 for 4km, D13 3km, D413 for 3km and D280 for 2km to Branges and Port de Plaisance. Road distance approximately 676 kms 6 hrs 10 mins.

Directions from Paris

From Paris take the Auto route du Soleil A6. Leave at junction signposted Châlon Sud. Shortly after the toll booth, turn right onto N80 towards Châlon-sur-Saone. Follow signs for Lons-le-Saunier. Turn right onto D978 towards Epervans. Follow D978 for approximately 28 kms, and then opposite Agricultural Machinery Agency turn right onto D460 signposted Branges le Bourg. After 400mtrs turn left onto D160 and after 900mtrs you will see the Port de Plaisance on your right. Road distance approximately 370 kms 4 hrs.

Parking

Pre-bookable closed parking 300 meters away.
Unsecured parking available close by.

By Air

Closest airport(s):

Lyon: 137 km (E21)
Geneve: 166 km (E62/A39

By Sea

Closest port(s):

Caen (604km)
Calais (676km)
Cherbourg (730km)
St Malo (748km)