샹풀레 최고의 워킹 & 하이킹 경로

This is a part of the lake with a dam that you cycle over

Spectacular and original. A must-see.

Tours and events: https://www.chateau-de-st-fargeau.com

Things to do and have a drink at the hostels!

Impressive remains from a time when river transport was essential. This gigantic work of art, designed by Henri IV and the Duke of Sully around 1597, in order to connect the Mediterranean to the Ocean and the Channel by bringing together the Loire and Seine rivers using a canal. The work, led by engineer Hugues Cosnier, lasted 38 years and required 6,000 workers to overcome the 24-metre drop in altitude of the hill.

The church wasn't that interesting inside. There is quite a lot that needs to be renovated.

Vestige of a work which ultimately had very little use (I invite you to read the panels at the bottom, very informative)

The seven locks located here on the Briare canal gave their name to the village in 1978. Initiated by Henri IV, this spectacular work was built during the 16th century. This allows the canal which connects the Seine and the Loire to overcome 24 meters of difference in height. From now on, the new canal route, established since 1887, goes around the hills.