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Montceau-les-Mines > Chalon-sur-Saône

70 km - Still riding alongside the Canal du Centre, we are now heading east of Burgundy, surrounded by greenery and the region's famous vineyards.

Access

by train

Trains run hourly between Chalon-sur-Saône, and Chagny, as well as Mâcon and Dijon. Nine trains leave Montchanin to Nevers every day.

For more informations: TER (regional trains in France) or Mobigo (Burgundy Public transport)

Itinerary

On leaving Montceau-les-mines, we follow the road along the banks of the Canal du Centre. Beyond Montchanin, the road moves away from the banks of the canal for around fifteen miles to branch off to Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune. The path then returns to the canal bank until Chalon, through Chagny and Santenay. This is a great opportunity to stop for a drink of the area's famous wine!

Sites touristiques

Montceau-les-Mines

The Chavannes Washery
It would be difficult pass by without noticing this mineral processing centre. The washery looks like a huge industrial cathedral, whose buildings are divided into several levels over an area of 8 square kilometres.

Blanzy

Mining Museum
Discover the fascinating underground world of the miner

Santenay

Wine tasting
Many winegrowers will be happy to show off their products. Be careful though - only drink in moderation, especially if you are cycling!

Château de Santenay
A magnificent castle with a rooftop multicoloured tiles, lined with plane trees planted among the vine.

Chalon-sur-Saône

An historic town chalon sur saône - alain doire / bourgogne tourisme
Chalon-sur-Saône, with its vineyards, Romanesque churches and its châteaux, will delight foodies and wine enthusiasts alike, as well as the art lovers and history buffs.

Nicéphore Niépce Photography Museum
Nicéphore Niépce, the inventor of photography, was born in Chalon-sur-Saône. In 1861, the town began to gather his pictures in this museum, along with his personal effects and the earliest cameras used by the world's pioneer of photography. A whole section of the museum is more generally devoted to the photography from the 19th century to the present day.

Practical informations

Bike rentals

Chagny

Office de tourisme
Tél. 03 85 87 25 95

Santenay
Office de tourisme
Tél. 03 80 20 63 15

Chalon-sur-Saône
Europe-Vélos
12, rue Michelet
Tél. 03 85 48 14 81

Planet Vélos Evasion
59, avenue Boucicaut
Tél. 03 85 48 60 79

Office de tourisme

4 place du Port Villiers

Tél. 03 85 48 37 97

Tillot
40 avenue de Paris
Tél. 03 85 48 44 19

Holiday Bike

71-73 rue François Protheau

Tél. 03 85 90 03 85

Cyclo Service

79 avenue Boucicaut

Tél. 03 85 43 29 66

tourist offices

	Montceau-les-Mines http://www.montceau-tourisme.fr Tél. 03 85 69 00 00
	Chagny http://www.chagny-bourgogne-tourisme.com Tél. 03 85 87 25 95
	Santenay http://www.ville-de-santenay.fr Tél. 03.80.20.60.32
	Chalon-sur-Saône http://www.chalon-sur-saone.net Tél. 03 85 48 37 97

Prepare your trip

Prepare easily your trip on the website La Bourgogne à Vélo !

maps and guidebooks

Guide Chamina : Eurovélo6 TopoGuide	Ouest France : Burgundy by Bike and traffic-free routes
Burgundy Cycling Tours, Editions Chamina	Carte des Voies Vertes en Bourgogne du sud Traffic-free route map published by CDT 71
La Bourgogne à Vélo: Burgundy Cycling Map published by Burgundy Tourist Office