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A peaceful and emotional route along the canal.

Lock built in 1690, now listed as a Historic Monument and which regained its former appearance in 2022 with the installation of new solid oak doors, following two successive reconstructions of the upstream and downstream heads during the 19th century.

Grignon is a little gem nestled in the heart of Loiret, near the Canal d’Orléans. This quiet village is home to the Auberge des 3 Écluses, a charming place where gourmets can enjoy authentic local cuisine. While strolling around the area, you will discover the Belle de Grignon, a replica of a Berry flute that brings the canal’s maritime past to life. This barge, built in oak by volunteers, offers walks and allows you to discover the region’s peaceful landscapes.

The castle of Dampierre-en-Burly dates from the 15th and 16th centuries, when it belonged to the Cugnac family. Decorated by the painter Michel Dorigny, it was destroyed during the French Revolution. Only the clock tower, which serves as the entrance, remains of the original building. The current castle was rebuilt in the 19th century by Amédée de Béhague, an agronomist who created an estate of 2,000 hectares. The castle is not open to the public, but you can admire its architecture and gardens from the outside. You can also discover the neighboring village of Dampierre-en-Burly, which has remains of fortifications from the Middle Ages.

This site is most characteristic of the Orléans Canal, which was once a vital waterway for transporting timber and other materials from the Orléans Forest to Paris. You can admire the three old locks and their lock house, which date from the 18th and 19th centuries. You can also see the small forge, built in 1821, which has a charming facade with a circular window. The site also includes a garden with remains of the original ponds. You can enjoy peaceful water and forest views, and perhaps spot the Belle de Grignon, a replica of a 19th century barge that was built by local enthusiasts. The Grignon site is an ideal place to discover the heritage and natural riches of the Loiret.

Lock built in 1690, now listed as a Historic Monument and which has regained its former appearance in 2022 with the installation of new doors in solid oak wood, following two successive reconstructions of the upstream and downstream heads during the 19th century.

Built in the 17th century on the base of an old fortification, the castle of Dampierre-en-Burly was completely renovated in the 19th century. Listed as historical monuments since 1928, it retains all its brilliance. However, it is not open to the public.

A Hôtel Hostellerie du Grande Sully in Sully-sur-Loire B Gien train station and from there the train leaves for Paris Unfortunately we have to say goodbye today; Farewell to wonderful days in France. Today it should be the last small stage; a farewell is imminent ; there is a little melancholy; it was a great tour ; it was a cycled dream. Another means of transportation brings us home. Nice, friendly and helpful people here and there, and last but not least, good and well-signposted cycle paths along the Loire and its side valleys and tributaries. We give it 5 stars; we definitely recommend this tour. Thank you dear French people for your warm hospitality. Merci beaucoup pour your chaleureuse hospitalité. Goodbye - Au revoir