Port of the Dijon canal, Leisure port on Canal de Bourgogne, Dijon, France
Description
The port of Dijon on the Bourgogne Canal is a 3-hectare leisure port and mooring area with waterside paths and garden spaces throughout the grounds. The site accommodates pleasure boats, includes a children's playground, and connects easily to the city center on foot.
History
The port was built in 1832 as a commercial hub for goods transported along the canal. Between 1979 and 1984 it was redesigned and converted into a recreational marina that focuses on leisure and tourism today.
Culture
The port has become a gathering place where locals and visitors stroll along the water and enjoy the green spaces, especially during warmer months. The way people use the waterfront paths and rest areas shows how this location transformed from a working port into a social hub for the community.
Practical
The port sits about a 10-minute walk from the city center and is easy to reach on foot. Visitors will find mooring spaces, a children's play area, and access to the entertainment boat Peniche Cancale.
Did you know?
The port serves as a key stopping point for boats traveling the route between Saint Jean de Losne and Pouilly en Auxois along the canal system. This makes it a natural meeting place for boat captains and travelers exploring the region by water.
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