Manual Drawbridge – Canal du Nivernais loop from Corbigny
Manual Drawbridge – Canal du Nivernais loop from Corbigny
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Manual Drawbridge – Canal du Nivernais loop from Corbigny
01:46
30.0km
150m
Cycling
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: June 18, 2026
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5.92 km
The Nivernais Canal
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During the harsh winter of 1782-1783, the Morvan forest was no longer sufficient to supply the capital with wood. Wood had to be transported from other forests, particularly from the Bazois.
To solve this problem, the construction of a small channel between the Loire and the Yonne was considered. Work began in 1784 with the boring of "La Montagne" at La Collancelle, and in 1786, the construction of a navigable canal was planned.
After 56 years of construction, the three tunnels were completed in 1840, and on March 15, 1841, the Nivernais Canal was officially opened.
In the first four decades, the canal saw an increase in traffic, as it served as a means of transport for heavy loads such as stone, wood, and coal.
With the decline in demand for wood in the capital and the advent of the railway, the decline of navigation on the canal began.
In the 1970s, political will and financial support were needed to promote river tourism, ecotourism, and cycling tourism. To this day, the Canal du Nivernais is one of the busiest canals in France, thanks to its gentle cruising.
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7.23 km
Canal du Nivernais
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During the cold winter of 1782-1783, the Morvan forest was no longer sufficient to supply the capital with wood. It became necessary to transport wood from other forests, those of Bazois.
Work was then considered to create a small channel between the Loire and the Yonne. In 1784, construction began with the boring of "La Montagne" in La Collancelle, and in 1786, the construction of a navigation canal was planned.
In 1840, the construction of the three tunnels was completed, then on March 15, 1841, the official opening of the Nivernais Canal took place.
In the first 40 years, traffic on the canal increased, and it was also used as a means of transport for heavy loads (particularly stone, but also wood and coal).
With the decline in demand for wood in the capital and the development of the railway, navigation on the canal began to decline.
In the 1970s, political will and funding were needed to develop river tourism, ecotourism, and cycle tourism. To this day, the Canal du Nivernais is one of the most frequented canals in France, thanks to its philosophy of gentle roaming.
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13.6 km
La Coulée Douce
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Manual Drawbridge
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15.0 km
Port de Flez-Cuzy
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15.0 km
Canal du Nivernais
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21.4 km
Le Truck Food Truck Le Poteau
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25.4 km
Canal du Nivernais
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During the cold winter of 1782-1783, the Morvan forest was no longer sufficient to supply the capital with wood. It became necessary to transport wood from other forests, those of Bazois.
Work was then considered to build a small channel between the Loire and the Yonne. In 1784, construction began with the drilling of "La Montagne" from La Collancelle, and in 1786, the construction of a navigation canal was planned.
In 1840, the construction of the three tunnels was completed, then on March 15, 1841, the official commissioning of the Nivernais Canal took place.
In the first 40 years, traffic on the canal increased, and it was also used as a means of transport for heavy loads (especially stone, but also wood and coal).
With the decline in demand for wood in the capital and the development of the railway, navigation on the canal began to decline.
In the 1970s, political will and funding were needed to develop river tourism, ecotourism, and cycle tourism. To this day, the Canal du Nivernais is one of the busiest canals in France due to its philosophy of gentle roaming.
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30.0 km
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Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
18.8 km
10.1 km
957 m
173 m
Surfaces
20.1 km
9.64 km
244 m
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Elevation
Highest point (220 m)
Lowest point (170 m)
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