DOUBS PLAISANCE TOURISME

The specialist in river tourism on Besançon and in the Doubs valley in charge of ports, the base of boat hire and the reception of cruises. Doubs Plaisance Tourism has the particularity of working in partnership with ESAT, a centre of help for people with disabilities. Rental of electric boats without permits to visit the Besançon loop on the St Paul Island by passing through bridges and underground, crossing the towers, passing two locks, the Cité des Arts and La Citadelle…

Stop at the Mill Saint Paul

The Stop is located in the city centre, at the foot of the Saint Paul mill. Existing since the 1980 s, it has been gradually rehabilitated. In winter, due to its location on the canal, protected from flooding, it serves as «Marina» (residential port) and allows for the reception of boats in long-term parking. During the summer, the priority of the tour boaters is to provide them with access to showers and sanitary facilities as well as the necessary amenities for a safe recreational stay. It is also the place of residence for rental of Electric Boats and offers refreshments within its Relaxation corner.

Stop of the Cité des Arts

The Stop of the Cité des Arts has a "commercial" vocation. The pontoons can accommodate large boats (barge hotel, passenger boats, restaurant boats, etc.). This port, located on the river, is closed from November to late March due to the risks associated with the whims of Doubs. Located just a few hundred metres above the stop of the Moulin Saint-Paul, the stop of the Cité des Arts has been opened since 2009 and has been allowing for the parking of recreational boats of different sizes. It is designed to accommodate boats in short, medium and long duration during the summer season. As far as a stop in the water is concerned, the boats are stationed, during the winter, at the stop of the Moulin Saint Paul. In summer, 2 locations are available to accommodate large boats (passenger boats, hotel boats, etc.). A specific footbridge allows access to the mooring dock for persons with reduced mobility.