Information about the region
Lac de Pannecière
The Lac de Pannecière is a beautiful lake in the Morvan Regional Nature Park that invites you to swim, fish or cycle around the lake. The dam was completed after the Second World War with the aim of protecting Paris from flooding. The Yonne feeds the Lac de Pannecière and runs through it.
Ladder of the 16 locks (échelle des 16 écluses):
Discover on foot or by bike the ladder of 16 locks of the Canal de Nivernais between Sardy-lès-Epiry and Port-Brûlé (3.6 km). The picturesque and peaceful route along the canal is closed to motorised traffic (parking at both ends). Let yourself get inspired by the peaceful atmosphere and enjoy the unique impressions of this landscape.
Lac de Baye
Extend your trip after the 16 locks and visit the Lac de Baye for water sports activities or a walk along the lake.
Further information from Nièvre Tourisme (French only)
Further information from Burgundy Tourism
Canal de Nivernais
The Canal de Nivernais stretches from Decize to Auxerre and connects the Loire and the Seine. Take a cycle tour along the Canal de Nivernais either south towards Châtillon-en-Bazois and Decize or north towards Corbigny and Clamecy.
Montreuillon Aqueduct
Take a trip to the village of Montreuillon, 6 kilometres away, and visit the impressive Montreuillon Aqueduct. At a height of 33.5 metres, the Rigole de l'Yonne (water channel of the Yonne) crosses the road. The climb up the aqueduct rewards visitors with a spectacular view.
Further information from Burgundy Tourism
Hiking or cycling tour along the Rigole de l'Yonne
Die Rigole de l'Yonne (Wasserrinne der Yonne) spielt eine entscheidende Rolle in der Wasserversorgung des Canal de Nivernais. Sie führt vom Lac de Pannecière über eine Strecke von 25 km bis nach Port-Brûlé und versorgt den Canal de Nivernais stetig mit Wasser. Ursprünglich wurde dadurch die Flösserei ermöglicht, heute der Schiffsverkehr. Mit dem Velo oder zu Fuss kann man der Rigole der ganzen Strecke oder Teilen davon folgen. Die Rigole de l'Yonne führt auch nahe Epiry und dem Hotel Camping sur Yonne durch.
The Hotel Camping sur Yonne is located on the edge of the Morvan Regional Nature Park. Covering an area of 281,400 hectares, the Morvan extends over the four departments Côte-d'Or, Nièvre, Saône-et-Loire and Yonne in the Burgundy region. The highest point of this unspoilt and hilly granite massif is the 901-metre-high Haut-Folin in the department of Saône-et-Loire.
With its vast forests criss-crossed by hiking trails, its large lakes and wild rivers, the Morvan Nature Park is ideal for leisure activities such as hiking and cycling and is a favourite destination for sports enthusiasts and nature lovers.
Kayak
In Mouron sur Yonne, just 1.4 km from the Hotel Camping sur Yonne, adventure-seekers have the opportunity to hire kayaks (also suitable for beginners). This activity offers a great opportunity to explore the picturesque surroundings from the water. There are 3 courses on offer, with course number 2 running directly alongside the grounds of the Hotel Camping sur Yonne. Also on offer at the same location: donkey riding for children.
Market
Visit a local market in the area, for example on Friday morning in Corbigny. Corbigny also organises a larger monthly market every 2nd Tuesday of the month.
Bike hire
Would you like to go on a bike tour but don't have your own bike with you? No problem! Lormes à velo rents out classic and electric bikes by the day or for longer periods. For longer hire periods, the bikes are delivered to and collected from the Hotel Camping sur Yonne free of charge.
Further information from Lormes à velo
Fishing
You can fish directly on the River Yonne at the Hotel Camping sur Yonne. You can easily buy a fishing licence online.