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France
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Chalon-Sur-Saône
Montceau-Les-Mines

Greenway of the Canal du Centre – Canal du Centre greenway loop from Montceau-les-Mines

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France
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Chalon-Sur-Saône
Montceau-Les-Mines

Greenway of the Canal du Centre – Canal du Centre greenway loop from Montceau-les-Mines

Hard

4.7

(38)

209

riders

Greenway of the Canal du Centre – Canal du Centre greenway loop from Montceau-les-Mines

08:57

154km

490m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 10, 2026

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Includes movable bridges

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After 81.8 km for 15 m

After 82.0 km for 18 m

After 154 km for 18 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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14.2 km

Étang de Montchanin

Lake

2

17.6 km

The Descent of the 7 Locks of the Canal du Centre

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A descent (or a climb) where 7 beautiful locks of the canal du center are linked.

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3

32.8 km

Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune

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Beautiful little town with a bridge that spans the excellent cycle path and the historic Canal du Centre (1793).

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4

41.2 km

Canal du Centre Greenway (EuroVelo 6)

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The Canal du Centre was built between 1783 and 1793 to ensure communication between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic. The greenway that runs alongside the canal is part of EuroVelo …

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5

55.7 km

Greenway of the Canal du Centre

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Very good quality road in the forest, partially shaded, without cars because of the cycle path. In total, the Canal du Center greenway is 129 km long and goes from Chalon to Digoin.

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6

63.3 km

La Motte Lock

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Beautiful stretch of road between Saint-Julien-sur-Dheune and Montchanin with locks.

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7

65.7 km

Highest Point on the Canal du Centre

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from here it goes downhill on both sides, with very nice views

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67.7 km

Tranchée du Longpendu

Lake

9

118 km

Canal du Centre greenway

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The Voie Verte du Canal du Centre, located just outside Paray-le-Monial, offers a scenic and relaxing experience in the heart of the Burgundy region. Along the way, you will enjoy …

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131 km

Château de Digoine

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It is a magnificent castle in the heart of the Charolais region. It has been admirably furnished and restored by its owner, respecting the place and its origins.

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154 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

88.8 km

56.9 km

3.71 km

3.15 km

1.54 km

266 m

Surfaces

126 km

22.7 km

3.71 km

1.52 km

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

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