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Châtillon-sur-Loire, The Loire
Base manager Thomas Gernignon welcomes you to Chatillon sur Loire, 150km from Paris,
7km from Briare.
Its name originates in the “Castillo”, a small fortress which was built in the 10th
century on the hill where the church now stands. Throughout the middle ages, Chatillon
sur Loire was fought over by the Abbey of Fleury and the courts of Sancerre. With
its strong protestant dominance, the town was attacked and besieged seven times
in the 16th century.
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View boats and prices at the bottom of this page
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The Sancerre & Faience Cruise
Chatillon-sur-Loire - Nevers - Sancerre - Chatillon-sur-Loire
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- Distance: 180 km
- Duration: 1 Week
- Cruising Time: 36 Hours
- Locks: 38
- Trip: Return
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Follow the blue pavement lines through the pretty town of Nevers to discover its
rich cultural heritage and enjoy splendid views over the River Loire. Visit the
beautiful medieval hilltop town of Sancerre and learn all about the region’s vineyards
at the Maison des Sancerre, a 15th century house dedicated to the art of wine-making.
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The Sparkling Cruise
Chatillon-sur-Loire - Decize (or vice versa)
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- Distance: 133 km
- Duration: 1 Week
- Cruising Time: 27 Hours
- Locks: 26
- Trip: One Way
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A one week cruise alongside the River Loire through the famous Sancerre wineproducing
region, stopping for winetastings en route, to Nevers, famous for producing the
oldest china in France and where quaint streets converge on the Ducal Palace. Arrive
in Decize, where 300 year old plane trees line the avenues in typical French style.
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Boats & Prices
Please choose the size of boat...
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Up to 15% off
our Cruisers
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Upto 5% off
our Penichettes
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