Rhone–Rhine Canal, Navigation canal between Saône and Rhine rivers, France
The Rhone-Rhine Canal extends for 366 kilometers through eastern France, connecting the Saône River near Saint-Symphorien to the Rhine River at Mulhouse.
Construction of the canal began in 1784 under Napoleon's directive, with the initial section completed in 1833 to establish a north-south water route.
The canal system influenced the development of industrial centers and trade routes, shaping the economic structure of eastern French communities.
The waterway accommodates vessels up to 38.80 meters in length and 5.10 meters in width, featuring 112 locks for water level management.
Sections of the northern branch were transformed into cycling paths after the construction of the A36 motorway reduced commercial navigation demands.
Location: L'Allan
Location: Viéthorey
Address: Canal du Rhône au Rhin, France
GPS coordinates: 47.10778,5.31361
Latest update: June 7, 2025 01:12
The monuments and historical buildings of Besançon reflect 2000 years of architecture. The Vauban citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage site, overlooks the old town. The center houses Saint-Jean Cathedral with its astronomical clock, Granvelle Palace with its Museum of Time, as well as numerous civil, religious, and military buildings from the Middle Ages to the 19th century. The squares, parks, and quays lining the Doubs complement this architectural ensemble.
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130.9 km
Notre Dame du Haut
118.8 km
Congress Center
146.5 km
Planche des Belles Filles
132.2 km
Citadel of Besançon
56.1 km
Cité de l'Automobile
168.2 km
Cité du train
165.4 km
Chasseral
132.3 km
Saut du Doubs
106.1 km
St. Petersinsel
138.7 km
Cycling at Planche des Belles Filles
132.1 km
Benedictine abbey of Mariastein
169.5 km
Belfort citadel
131 km
Tour de l'Europe
168.6 km
Gare de Mulhouse
168.4 km
Musée Jean-Léon Gérôme
85.5 km
Besançon Cathedral
56 km
Birthhouse of Victor Hugo
56 km
Muséum de Besançon
56.2 km
Musée de l'Aventure Peugeot
123.2 km
Villa Fallet
113.9 km
Temple Saint-Étienne
168.3 km
Collégiale Notre-Dame de Dole
13.8 km
Villa Schwob
113.9 km
Taubenloch
147.9 km
Musée des Beaux-Arts et d'Archéologie de Besançon
55.7 km
Zuber & Cie
172.1 km
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