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Gigny-sur-Saône

Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Saône-et-Loire

Gigny-sur-Saône - Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Saône-et-Loire
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Charming village Saône-et-Loire in Burgundy-Franche-Comté, Gigny-sur-Saône is located near Sennecey-le-Grand, about forty kilometers from Mâcon and its vineyards. It takes place on the right bank of the Saone, not far from Chalon-sur-Saone.

Gigny-sur-Saône has always been, over the centuries, turned towards navigation and fluvial trade. An ancient port in the Gallo-Roman period, the village continues to develop during the Middle Ages, particularly with the construction of its chapel. Relaying water coaches until the creation of major roads, it is now oriented to river tourism, especially since the development of its boating.

The small town also has a modest historical heritage that bears witness to the glorious past of Gigny-sur-Saône.

Geographical information

MunicipalityGigny-sur-Saône
Postcode71240
Latitude46.6618880 (N 46° 39’ 43”)
Longitude4.9452440 (E 4° 56’ 43”)
AltitudeFrom 167m to 183m
Surface area14.36 km²
Population557 inhabitants
Density38 inhabitants/km²
PrefectureMâcon (49 km, 42 min)
Insee code71219
IntercommunalityCC Entre Saône et Grosne
DepartmentSaône-et-Loire
TerritoryBurgundy
RegionBurgundy-Franche-Comté

Nearest cities & towns

Marnay5.1 km (9 min)
Sennecey-le-Grand7.6 km (11 min)
Saint-Germain-du-Plain7.7 km (10 min)
Baudrières8 km (12 min)
Ouroux-sur-Saône8.7 km (10 min)
Laives9.3 km (13 min)
Beaumont-sur-Grosne9.4 km (13 min)
Varennes-le-Grand10.3 km (15 min)
Saint-Cyr10.5 km (13 min)
Simandre11.8 km (13 min)
Montceaux-Ragny11.9 km (17 min)
Saint-Vincent-en-Bresse12 km (16 min)
Saint-Étienne-en-Bresse12.2 km (15 min)
Jugy12.3 km (16 min)

Things to see and do

While strolling in the commune, you will be able to admire the church of the hamlet of Epervière of neoroman style and built in the course of the XIXth century, or the castle of Gigny today occupied by an EHPAD. Château de l'Épervière is not lacking in interest. Private property not open to the public, it has been listed as an historic monument.

But Gigny-sur-Saône is especially appreciated for its fluvial activity, in particular thanks to its nautical stop allowing the boats going up the Saone to take a break to appreciate the surroundings.

Marked hiking trails are also present to appreciate the town and its landscapes.

Places of interest

Monuments
Natural sites

Events and festivities

On certain weekends, the fartfelien association bar, at 6 rue du Pont, is open from 7 p.m. and offers local drinks, snacks and shows or concerts.

"Nous"
Concert "Camille Feist & ses Cousines"
Concert "La Bonne Aventure" par Anna Kupfer
"Soulmama" en Concert
"Kétane" en Concert

Photos

The port on the Saône
The port on the Saône
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The blue route
The blue route
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Weather

Thursday 16 may
Min. 9°C - Max. 16°C
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Friday 17 may
Min. 10°C - Max. 19°C
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Saturday 18 may
Min. 10°C - Max. 19°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

The blue route, a route along the Saône, connects Mâcon to Chalon-sur-Saône and allows walks or bike rides.

The nautical stop at Gigny-sur-Saône offers canoe, paddle or electric scooter rentals.

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Canoe hire on the Saône
Sports sensations9 € to 20 € Tournus (11 km)
Rental bike delivery in Burgundy
Sports sensations19 € Saint-Marcel (13 km)
Motocross, trial or enduro lessons
Sports sensations37 € Joudes (37 km)
Introduction to jewellery workshop
Arts and Crafts70 € Bletterans (40 km)
Visit to the castle of Alphonse de Lamartine
Culture and education10 € Saint-Point (44 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
Towpath along the Saône
HikeEasy5:00Tournus (11.4 km)
The Great Pales trail
HikeIntermediate35 minDamerey (19.5 km)
The Quest for the Grail
HikeIntermediate1:05Saint-Maurice-en-Rivière (22 km)
Georama discovery trail of Culles-les-Roches
HikeEasy2:00Culles-les-Roches (22 km)
In Search of Lost Time
HikeIntermediate1:55Saint-Didier-en-Bresse (24 km)

Restaurants

Bed & breakfasts

Vacation rentals

Campsites

Hotels

Your holidays
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A restaurant
A rental car
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