Navigation Conditions And Information

Navigation on the canal is now open. Please read the information below

Pouilly-en-Auxois to Venarey-les-Laumes

Lock 1 Yonne to lock 52 Yonne

From 7th April 2026, you must ask for permission and reserve a "slot" passage in advance to cruise on this section of the canal, whether upstream or downstream.

Navigation in this area will be available on weekdays only, from 9.00 to 11.30 in the morning and from 14.00 to 16.30 in the afternoon, and for a 5-month period (ending in August).

Saone side 

The Panthier reservoir is undergoing an important maintenance and improvement program. The work has begun and will continue throughout 2026 into 2027. At present, we do not know of any navigation restrictions between Escommes (Lock 1 Saône) and Saint Jean de Losne (Lock 76 1 Saône).

 

Weed in the water

We'll try to keep you informed about this ongoing problem, which has affected certain parts of the canal.

 

This information is provided as is and does NOT replace any published bulletins (avis à la batellerie). This page is updated when possible and may contain outdated or inaccurate information. Check with the V.N.F. (Voies navigables de France) before making any decisions about using the canal and the locks.

Last updated 25 March 2026