Things to see and do Beaujolais

Directly connected to the downtown, skirted by the Voie Verte, the marina of Mâcon is a true breath of fresh air in the heart of the downtown and a direct access on the Saône for the walker. With its 420 rings being able to accommodate rental boats of passage or long stay that can measure up to 25 m, the marina of Mâcon offers a wealth of services and equipment. In addition to sanitary facilities and showers, the port offers bike Pénichette rental service, a snack, two upper works shops, repair and sale of boats, electric terminals, a system of sewage pumping, boat ramp, CCTV and night lighting.

Do not forget the access on foot or by bike in a few minutes to the shops of the downtown, the restaurants, the nautical centre or the multiplexes cinema, the whole within a green setting. With all its advantages, the marina of Mâcon was awarded the prizeport de plaisance exemplaire which rewards the ports which are searching for new capacities and environmental integration.

Located a few kilometres from Villié-Morgon, this superb castle deserves a great deal of attention. In the th century it was a defensive fortress, necessary since Burgundy was not far away. From that time remained the square dungeon, the walls, the mass and the towers. In the th century, the Lord of St. Lager became the master and bound to embellish him. In the th century, the Renaissance left a significant mark as evidenced by the inner courtyard and its galleries. Many sculptures adorn its walls. You can visit the courtyard, the kitchen with its huge fireplace, the Gothic chapel and the oubliettes. Don't forget to look in the air: Corcelles has exceptional structures.

The tourist office is a fishing information point. It shall have all the information and documentation necessary for fishing practice: purchase of holiday cards, advice on regulation… The beautiful village of Cuisery market to books every first Sunday of the month. You can also find information about La Truchère-Ratenelle nature reserve: 93 hectares with Fouget Pond, a bog and sand dunes. A trail of discovery with cheminement and observatory, open all year round, allows you to discover a remarkable wetland area rich in several protected species.

The Moulin musée de Ménetreuil, an imposing building on the Sane river, has had several lives. It has now been restored to its 1950s state. It's a fine museographic achievement, providing an insight into the milling world of the time. Millstones, hoppers and grinders are still in place. The fun, interactive tour continues with the theme of water and its importance in human society.

During the high tourist season, the Tourist Office of Mâcon organizes thematic guided tours around the city to discover all the secrets. To the program: historic visits or unusual visits, during which guides will deliver you anecdotes and confidences and take you to places you probably never noticed alone! Interesting sightseeing tours for both tourists and locals who would like to know more about their city. To book in advance.

Tariff: 6 €.

Duration: 1 a. m. to 2 a. m.

Difficulty: easy.

There are two suggestions with reservation at the Tourist office of Mâcon:

 On board of Fantaisie.

To discover Mâcon on the water, embark on board the terrace boat "Fantaisie Evasion" for a stroll across the water of 1 hour and a half. Departure from the marina of Mâcon and direction north to discover the Saint-Jean island. While returning through the diversion canal, you will see the bridge of Geneva, the river port of Darse, the Mitterrand bridge before going along the city to the edges of the Lamartine esplanade, under the Saint-Laurent bridge and finally back to the port. You can bring your lunchbox on board.

Boat and bike trip along the Voie Bleue

It is pleasant to practise cycling along the Voie Bleue between Mâcon and Fleurville. Enjoy yourself with friends or family. The boarding of passengers with their bicycles on the boat is done at the departure of the marina of Mâcon. The moorage is in Fleurville where the passengers with their bicycles land. You do the trip back by yourself by following the Voie Bleu. The trip back is possible at the departure of Fleurville.