A holiday on the river
A 3-day cruise along the Yonne
Departure
Auxerre
Arrival
Sens
Come on a boat trip along the river Yonne, at the heart of the very iconic side of Burgundy. Fans of culture will enjoy visiting the town of Sens and the Gothic cathedral, as well as Auxerre and Joigny, towns of Art and History. Are you looking for some good food and drink? The famous Chablis and Jovinien vineyards will certainly be a treat for the tastebuds, and have some fantastic views if you decide to explore them by bike. And to really make sure your holiday on the river is a success, make sure you stop off at the restaurant La Côte Saint-Jacques, a fine-dining establishment with three Michelin stars.
67 km Route distance
18 Locks to cross through
Days 1 and 2
From Auxerre to Joigny
Winegrowing experience in Auxerre
Swap your boat for a bike in Auxerre. After exploring the town, including the medieval and Marine districts, head to the banks of the Yonne and the surrounding winegrowing land! Enjoy the scents in the air as you explore the vineyards. And if you are there in the autumn, you can expect an ocean of superb colours.
Gourmet stopover in Joigny
Head for the highlands of Joigny! A picture-perfect scene will unfold before your eyes, with a wonderful combination of hills, rivers and ancient monuments. Added to this view, imagine a glass of côte St-Jacques "vin gris" and you are guaranteed to be taking the perfect memory home with you!
Then, go back down to explore this pretty town of Art and History, with its impressive half-timbered houses.
For the perfect ending to this stopover, we recommend a gourmet treat at Jean-Michel Lorain's restaurant. This chef has three Michelin stars and is a well-known face of French gastronomy.
For fans of wine
Some great wines to accompany you on your trip
Which wine is best matched with a trip down the river Yonne? Red, white, rosé, sparkling? The vineyards of the Yonne have a variety of colours and flavours to offer. We particularly recommend the Chablis and the dry white wines that are renowned for their delicacy, freshness and minerality.
Day 3
From Joigny to Sens
Historic stopover in Sens
At the time of the Celtic tribes, Sens was the capital of the Senones, a daring Gallic tribe who conquered Rome in 390 BC.
This Gallo-Roman town would then later become one of the biggest archbishoprics of the Western world. In the 12th century, the very 1st Gothic cathedral in France was built here! A wonderful tall, stone monument that should not be missed while you're exploring the town.
Extend your cruise
Take the joys of your holiday on the river even further by exploring Nivernais Canal or the Burgundy Canal.
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Pers 3 days
2 nights
Pers 3 days
2 nights
Idea for a family holiday along the canal A family holiday along Nivernais Canal
5 days
4 nights
4 nights
Drift along at your own pace A 5-day boat trip along Nivernais Canal
2 days
1 night
1 night
Weekend Along Burgundy Canal
