Destinations

Burgundy and Saône

Thermal Towns and Villages of Franche-Comté

Port-sur-Saône, round trip, 10 nights

At the thermal springs of Luxeuil and Lons-le-Saunier, authentic Franche-Comté villages and the soothing landscapes of the Saône Valley create a 5 or 6-night interlude where well-being and heritage meet.

Departure :

Port-sur-Saône

Via :

Epinal

Arrival :

Port-sur-Saône

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The must-sees
Our tips for your cruise

Enjoy the thermal baths of Vôge-les-Bains

Vôge-les-Bains is a peaceful spa town, ideal for a relaxing and wellness-focused break.

Explore Port-sur-Saône

Sailing on the Saône from Port-sur-Saône opens the door to a charming village with its typical bell tower and the Maladière Animal Park. An ideal spot for a peaceful cruise start — this place beautifully blends nature and history, providing a soothing setting to begin your river adventure.

Admire Selles and its swing bridge

Crossing the Selles swing bridge, a historical monument from 1886, you’ll discover a region famous for its glassmaking. This village is also a great base to visit Passavant-la-Rochère and its glassworks, keeping centuries-old craftsmanship alive.

The itinerary
The steps of your cruise

Port-sur-Saône

Fouchécourt

Selles

Fontenoy-le-Château

Vôge‑les‑Bains

Épinal

Port-sur-Saône

A charming “green town” with character, Port-sur-Saône enjoys a picturesque location along the Saône River and its lateral canal. Here, the blue of the water blends beautifully with the green of the surrounding forests and countryside. Before boarding your boat, take time to stroll through the town and admire its typical Comtois bell tower. Also worth a visit: the Maladière wildlife park, located along the river, home to fallow deer and llamas. A nearby pony club also welcomes young children for an introduction to horse riding.

Fouchécourt

Echoes of a prosperous 18th century, no fewer than nineteen washhouses reflect daily life in old Fouchécourt. Walking trails invite you to explore the surrounding area. By bike, set off toward the ruins of the 12th-century Cherlieu Abbey and the Château de Bougey,famous for its fabulous open-air jazz concerts in the warmer months.

Selles

The still-operational 1886 swing bridge is a fine example of 19th-century engineering. From here, reach Passavant-la-Rochère (4 km), home to a glassworks workshop with centuries of tradition.

Fontenoy-le-Château

While its hilltop castle recalls its medieval origins, Fontenoy-le-Château rose to fame in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a world-renowned embroidery center. The Embroidery, Metallurgy and Heritage Museum showcases rare works made by the 500 embroiderers once active in the village.