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Navigate peacefully

Canal du nivernais: practical informations

Explore one of the most beautiful canals in France aboard your boat and let yourself be seduced by the picturesque landscapes of the Auxerrois region. Between vineyards, charming villages and historic treasures, each port of call holds wonders in store for you. Embark on an unforgettable adventure where relaxation and discovery are the order of the day. Take it easy with our practical advice and make the most of this unique experience. Let yourself be tempted by the authentic charm of the Auxerrois!

Gauge of bridges, locks and engineering structures

Welcome to the Yonne and the Canal du Nivernais!

Between April and October, the 174-kilometre canal is navigable through 116 locks.

If you’re coming with your own boat, here are a few technical details:

Draught: 1.20m

Air draught: 240m

Freycinet gauge (38.50m x 5.05m), except between Sardy and Cercy-la-Tour which is Becquey gauge (30m x 5.05m)

Length: 174 km

Number of locks: 116

Speed: 7km/h

Swimming is prohibited in the Yonne, except in equipped and signposted areas.

Services at stops in the Auxerrois area

Gurgy
Services available in Gurgy:
- Water
- Electricity: payment by mobile phone only
- Dump station
- Toilets
- Bike repair kit and recharging point
There are shops, restaurants and a post office in the commune.
Monéteau
Services available in Monéteau:
- Water
- Electricity: payment by mobile phone only
- Toilets
- Bike repair kit and recharging point
In the town you’ll find shops, restaurants, a post office, ATM, pharmacy, etc.
Auxerre
Services available in Auxerre:
- Water
- Electricity: payment by mobile phone only
- More facilities at the harbour master’s office: shower, wifi, diesel …
In the town you’ll find shops, restaurants, post office, ATM, pharmacy, etc.
Vaux
Services available in Vaux:
- Water
- Electricity: payment by mobile phone only
- Bike repair kit and recharging point
You’ll find shops, restaurants, pharmacies, etc. in the nearby communes.
Champs-sur-Yonne
Services available in Champs-sur-Yonne:
- Water
- Electricity: payment by mobile phone only
- Bike repair kit and recharging point
In the commune, you’ll find shops, restaurants, ATM, a pharmacy and a post office.
Bailly
Services available in Bailly:
- Water
- Electricity: payment by mobile phone only
- Toilets
- Bike repair kit and recharging point
Nearby you’ll find shops, restaurants, ATMs, pharmacies, etc.
Vincelles camping
Services available at Vincelles:
- Water
- Electricity: payment by mobile phone only
- Toilets
- Bike repair kit and recharging point
In Vincelles you’ll find a supermarket, a pharmacy, etc.
Vincelles bourg
Services available in Vincelles bourg:
- Water
- Electricity: payment by mobile phone only
- Dump station
- Toilets
- Bike repair kit and recharging point
In Vincelles, you’ll find a supermarket, a pharmacy, etc.

Report a malfunction at the rest stop 🔧

If you notice a problem with the water or electricity distribution points, the sanitary facilities or any other element at the rest stop where you are moored, please contact us by telephone, email or via the chat facility accessible from this page:

Auxerrois Tourist Office

+33 (0)3 86 52 06 19 – info@ot-auxerre.fr

VNF, your technical contact

VNF will be your first point of contact for any problems relating to the waterway. You can obtain information from the notices to skippers, which are intended to warn waterway users of events that may occur and alter navigation conditions.

Navigation times: 9am-11am and 1pm-6pm

If necessary, contact the UTI Nivernais – Yonne, 5, rue du Halage, 89000 AUXERRE

+33 (0)3 58 43 21 64 – uti.nivernais-yonne@vnf.fr

If the local number does not answer, call the national number: 0 800 863 000

Friday 10 January

Snow

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min : 2^°C / max : 3^°C

Wind : 11km/hHumidity : 96%

Morning

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Afternoon

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Evening

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Saturday 11 January

Cloudy

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min : -1^°C / max : 4^°C

Wind : 16km/hHumidity : 66%

Morning

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Afternoon

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Evening

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Sunday 12 January

Cloudy

4^°C

min : -1^°C / max : 4^°C

Wind : 18km/hHumidity : 73%

Morning

-1^°C

Afternoon

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Evening

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Visit the Auxerrois

Would you like to discover the wonders of the Auxerrois region? Discover the wine-producing villages through tastings🍷 or walks🍃 through the vines, visit Auxerre with a guide or wander the halls of the mythical Saint-Germain Abbey ⛪.