Chalon-sur-Saône, at the crossroads of the waterways

From 1477 to 1678, Chalon became a border town, as the left bank of the Saône belonged to the Habsburg Empire. Chalon thus occupied a strategic position on the border between Burgundy, now French, and Franche-Comté, the land of the Empire. Then, from 1940 to 1942, the Saône became a demarcation line. Chalon was cut in two, with the right bank in the occupied zone and the left bank in the free zone. Today, Chalon, France’s 5th largest river port, still lives to the rhythm of the Saône.
of the Saône, with pleasure boating (cruise liners, hotel barges, individual boats…) contributing to the city’s development as a tourist destination.

The Grand Chalon marina is just a few hundred meters from the historic heart of Chalon-sur-Saône, with its pedestrian and shopping streets and cathedral. Take advantage of the opportunity to walk along the Chemin de l’Orbandale, a pedestrian trail through the historic town center. Starting point at the Chalon-sur-Saône Tourist Office.

Le Ponton de Manon (quai Sainte Marie, Chalon): This unique 60 m-long pontoon can accommodate up to 4 38.50 m hotel barges and 2 to 5 pleasure boats (depending on length).
The kiosk at the entrance to the pontoon allows independent check-in, payment and activation of services. Electricity, drinking water and WIFI are also available.

In 2023, the Marina was awarded the Pavillon Bleu label for its sustainable tourism development policy.