• The Burgundy Canal by bike | 6 days
  • The Burgundy Canal by bike | 6 days
  • The Burgundy Canal by bike | 6 days
  • The Burgundy Canal by bike | 6 days
  • The Burgundy Canal by bike | 6 days
  • The Burgundy Canal by bike | 6 days
  • The Burgundy Canal by bike | 6 days
  • The Burgundy Canal by bike | 6 days
  • The Burgundy Canal by bike | 6 days
  • The Burgundy Canal by bike | 6 days Vincent - verified review - august 2024
  • The Burgundy Canal by bike | 6 days Vincent - verified review - august 2024
  • The Burgundy Canal by bike | 6 days Vincent - verified review - august 2024
  • The Burgundy Canal by bike | 6 days Vincent - verified review - august 2024
  • The Burgundy Canal by bike | 6 days Vincent - verified review - august 2024
Burgundy Canal

The Burgundy Canal by bike | 6 days

4,5/5 (8 reviews)
Réf : FBGNC6C

In summary

  • Sports
    Leisure Cycling
  • Duration
    6 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Leisure Cycling
    Beginner

    For those wishing to cycle around 30 km a day on flat terrain. The stages follow cycle paths for the most part. An ideal trip for a family holiday or for adults who enjoy short bike rides.

    Intermediate

    For those wishing to cycle around 40 km a day over gently rolling terrain. The route follows cycle paths and greenways for the most part. A trip suitable for families and occasional cyclists.

    Confirmed

    For those wishing to cycle 50 km a day. The stages are sometimes hilly and follow cycle paths, greenways, and secondary roads. A trip suitable for anyone who cycles occasionally.

    Advanced

    For those wishing to ride 70 km per day. The stages may be hilly, with a maximum daily elevation gain of 800 m. You engage in sports 1 to 2 times a week and cycle several times a month.

    Expert

    For those wishing to cover up to 100 km per day with a maximum elevation gain of 1,000 m. You are athletic and engage in an endurance sport several times a week.
  • Destination
    Burgundy-Franche-Comté / Burgundy Canal
  • Age
    From 3 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    62.89 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This personalized stay offers you the opportunity to experience a sporting adventure with an organization tailored to your needs.
    Type of stay
    Independent traveler

In a few words

Enjoy discovering the Burgundy Canal by bike between Joigny and Dijon. On the cycle paths alongside the canal, you'll appreciate the beauty and romance of this region. A short detour will take you to Fontenay Abbey, a Cistercian jewel listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Along your route, the Renaissance castles of Tanlay and Ancy-le-Franc will open their majestic doors to you. The towns of Art and History, Joigny and Dijon, offer a warm welcome. The carefully planned stages, combining active and cultural holidays, make this cycling adventure along the Burgundy Canal a true pleasure!

The highlights

  • Cycle path along most of the route.
  • A very good mix of sport, culture and nature.
  • Both cultural and gastronomic stops.
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Vincent - verified review - august 2024

Sport

Level

Leisure Cycling

Intermediate

Levels

Leisure Cycling
Beginner

For those wishing to cycle around 30 km a day on flat terrain. The stages follow cycle paths for the most part. An ideal trip for a family holiday or for adults who enjoy short bike rides.

Intermediate

For those wishing to cycle around 40 km a day over gently rolling terrain. The route follows cycle paths and greenways for the most part. A trip suitable for families and occasional cyclists.

Confirmed

For those wishing to cycle 50 km a day. The stages are sometimes hilly and follow cycle paths, greenways, and secondary roads. A trip suitable for anyone who cycles occasionally.

Advanced

For those wishing to ride 70 km per day. The stages may be hilly, with a maximum daily elevation gain of 800 m. You engage in sports 1 to 2 times a week and cycle several times a month.

Expert

For those wishing to cover up to 100 km per day with a maximum elevation gain of 1,000 m. You are athletic and engage in an endurance sport several times a week.

For those wishing to cycle around 40 km a day over gently rolling terrain. The route follows cycle paths and greenways for the most part. A trip suitable for families and occasional cyclists.

The expert's opinion

The majority of the route follows the Burgundy Canal, with no elevation gain. The section along the Burgundy Canal is unpaved.

In figures

PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE

  • Average duration/day: 4h
  • Average distance/day: 58 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 149 m
  • Predominant type of terrain : Road

Management

The paper roadbook contains all the information directly in your bag.
Paper Roadbook

You will receive a printed roadbook with maps of your route, and you will have access to our 24/7 telephone support should you need it. In addition, you will have access to our mobile app to easily track your journey.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6

  • Arrival at Joigny

    • Accommodation 3-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included

    You arrive in Joigny and enjoy this beautiful town of Art and History nestled on the banks of the Yonne. Don't miss visiting the old town with its magnificent half-timbered houses dating from the 14th and 15th centuries.

    Day 1

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.
🏨 3-star hotel - Days 1, 3 to 5

You will be sleeping in 3* hotels and guesthouses .

These facilities all offer maximum comfort for a good night's sleep.

All rooms are equipped with a shower or bathtub and a toilet.

The breakfast included in the price of the stay is hearty to give you the energy you need for another day of cycling!

🏠 Bed and breakfast - Day 2

You will be sleeping in 3* hotels and guesthouses .

These facilities all offer maximum comfort for a good night's sleep.

All rooms are equipped with a shower or bathtub and a toilet.

The breakfast included in the price of the stay is hearty to give you the energy you need for another day of cycling!

Access

Departure
Joigny
Day 1
End of stay
Dijon, France
Day 6

The stay ends after breakfast at your hotel in Dijon.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Joigny,Gare de MigennesOrGare d'Auxerre Saint Gervais
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available

Price details

The price includes

  1. 4 nights in 3* hotels
  2. 1 night in a bed and breakfast in the city centre
  3. Breakfast
  4. Personalized welcome with handover of travel documents
  5. Daily luggage transfer
  6. Travel diary with maps
  7. GPS tracks available
  8. Telephone support 7 days a week

The price does not include

  1. The “solo supplement” if you are travelling alone
  2. Bike and helmet rental
  3. Tourist tax
  4. Return transfer from Dijon to Joigny at the end of the journey

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Return transfer : CHF228.70 / unit
  2. Extra night before the stay - Joigny - Single room : CHF153.69 / unit
  3. Extra night before stay - Joigny - Double room : CHF95.14 / reservation
  4. Additional night after stay - Dijon - Single room : CHF161.92 / unit
  5. Extra night after your stay - Dijon - Double room : CHF94.22 / unit
  6. All-Terrain Bike (VTC) - Adult : CHF82.33 / unit
  7. Electric Bike (e-bike) - Adult : CHF146.37 / unit
  8. Children's bicycle : CHF68.61 / unit
  9. Trailer : CHF68.61 / unit
  10. Follower : CHF68.61 / unit
  11. Baby seat : CHF27.44 / unit
  12. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).


In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.


ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

Equipment

Equipment provided on site

  1. Detailed travelogue with maps
  2. Practical information for exploring the region (museums, castles, etc.)
  3. Luggage tags
  4. GPS tracks available
  5. Telephone support 7 days a week

Equipment to bring

  1. Bicycle helmet (mandatory for children under 12)
  2. Water bottle and water
  3. Phone stand
  4. External battery
  5. Sunscreen
  6. Sunglasses

Clothing to bring

  • Comfortable cycling clothing
  • Rainwear
  • Comfortable shoes, open or closed (depending on the season)

They traveled with us

Discover the authentic experiences of our travelers
4,5/5
(8 reviews)
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Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
M

MARIE CHRISTINE - 70 ans

september 2025 Among friends
Translated from French
Apart from two disappointing accommodations (one outdated and with a mediocre breakfast, the other with a less-than-welcoming reception and a musty smell in the rooms), the trip went well: we met other cyclists and got along well. The region was pleasant, although finding places to eat was a bit tricky as many were closed. Overall, we were satisfied.
Published on 18/09/2025
V

Vincent - 59 ans

august 2024 In a couple
Translated from French
A beautiful route with daily distances (at least 60 km), but not strenuous unless you plan to visit Châteauneuf and Alésia. Accommodation is generally welcoming and comfortable. However, in August, finding food along the route can be difficult, so be sure to book in advance! And pay attention to the castle opening hours; they can be surprising and frustrating!
  • Vincent
  • Vincent
  • Vincent
  • Vincent
  • Vincent
Published on 28/08/2024
K

Karine

august 2023 In a couple
Published on 21/08/2023

They traveled with us

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4,5/5
(8 reviews)
At Decathlon, the reviews are reliable.
Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
M

MARIE CHRISTINE - 70 ans

september 2025 Among friends
Translated from French
Apart from two disappointing accommodations (one outdated and with a mediocre breakfast, the other with a less-than-welcoming reception and a musty smell in the rooms), the trip went well: we met other cyclists and got along well. The region was pleasant, although finding places to eat was a bit tricky as many were closed. Overall, we were satisfied.
Published on 18/09/2025
V

Vincent - 59 ans

august 2024 In a couple
Translated from French
A beautiful route with daily distances (at least 60 km), but not strenuous unless you plan to visit Châteauneuf and Alésia. Accommodation is generally welcoming and comfortable. However, in August, finding food along the route can be difficult, so be sure to book in advance! And pay attention to the castle opening hours; they can be surprising and frustrating!
  • Vincent
  • Vincent
  • Vincent
  • Vincent
  • Vincent
Published on 28/08/2024
K

Karine

august 2023 In a couple
Published on 21/08/2023
V

Véronique

august 2023 In a couple
Translated from French
Excellent organization, everything is well thought out, good service, easy to use, the teams are attentive
Published on 12/08/2023
V

Véronique

august 2023 Alone
Translated from French

Excellent organization, everything is well thought out, good service, easy to use, the teams are attentive

Published on 12/08/2023
V

Véronique

august 2023 In a couple
Translated from French
Excellent experience with Decathlon Travel and their partner France Velo. Well organized and the route book was clear. Thank you for this bike ride along the Burgundy Canal.
Published on 10/08/2023
V

Véronique

august 2023 Alone
Translated from French

Very good experience with Decathlon travel and their partner.
Well organized and the road book was clear.
Thank you for this bike ride along the Burgundy Canal.

Published on 10/08/2023
E

Eric

july 2022 Alone
Translated from French

A successful first experience of bicycle touring with luggage transport. The route allows for a mix of sporting and cultural activities. Don't hesitate to take short detours to visit the villages along the way. The hotels are in the town center, so they can be noisy if you leave the window open to sleep.

Published on 03/08/2022
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