
Boat trip to Verdun-Ciel
Located at the confluence of the Saône and Doubs rivers, Verdun-Ciel is the ideal place to take a break during your boat trip on the Saône. Follow a historical trail that will lead you to discover the village's heritage: ancient streets, quays, bridges, and views of the two rivers.
Extend your stopover with lunch at a restaurant to sample Verdun-Ciel's iconic specialty: pôchouse, a local recipe made with river fish.
The Confluence Harbor Master's Office
As you approach the confluence of the Saône and Doubs rivers, travel a short distance up the Doubs to reach the Verdun-Ciel Harbor Master's Office.
Welcomed by the harbor master, you can moor at one of the 25 available berths and enjoy a charming stopover in the heart of this iconic riverside town in Saône-et-Loire.
Discovering Verdun's heritage
Verdun-Ciel has had a turbulent history, and the village still bears many traces of this today: ancient alleyways, remarkable buildings, reminders of its river trade and commercial activity.
The historic center, particularly around old Verdun, reveals a surprisingly rich and vibrant heritage.
From the tourist office, take a historical tour : a free brochure guides you through the streets and iconic sites of the village, for a simple and exciting independent discovery.

Welcome to the capital of pôchouse
Prepared with river fish, then simmered in a Burgundy white wine sauce and served with garlic croutons, pôchouse is Verdun-Ciel's specialty. The recipe has been around since the 16th century and can still be enjoyed in Verdun-Ciel's restaurants.
Classic and electric bike rental
Verdun-Ciel is located at the intersection of Eurovelo 6 and the Voie Bleue. These bike paths run alongside the Doubs and Saône rivers, allowing you to enjoy nature in complete safety. By following these routes, you can easily reach Chalon-sur-Saône or Seurre, which are about 20 kilometers from Verdun-Ciel. The “Entre vignes et Saône” cycle path takes you to Beaune along paths between blackcurrant fields and vineyards.
- Location de vélos à l'office de tourisme
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11 Rue de Beaune
71350 VERDUN-CIEL - 03 85 91 87 52
- contact@saonedoubsbressetourisme.fr
- www.saonedoubsbressetourisme.fr/sit/location-de-velos-a-loffice-de-tourisme
Explore the hiking trails
Want to extend your stopover on foot ? Verdun-Ciel offers several hiking trails that allow you to discover the village and its surroundings in a different way.



















