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  Yonne - LoveToKnow 1911
YONNE, a department of central France, formed partly from the province of Champagne proper (with its dependencies, Senonais and Tonnerrois), partly from Burgundy proper (with its dependencies, the county of Auxerre and Avallonnais) and partly from Gatinais (Orleanais and Ile-deFrance).
To the W. of the Yonne, in the Puisaye, are the sources of the Loing, another tributary of the Seine, and of its affluents, the Ouanne and the Lunain.
The Yonne is navigable throughout the department, and is connected with the Loire by the canal of Nivernais, which in turn is connected with that of Briare, which connects the Seine and the Loire.
www.1911encyclopedia.org /Yonne   (649 words)

  
 Yonne River - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Yonne is a river in France, tributary of the Seine.
It flows into the river Seine in Montereau-Fault-Yonne.
Cities along the river include Clamecy, Auxerre and Sens.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Yonne_River   (91 words)

  
 Search Results for "Yonne"
40,597), capital of Yonne dept., N central France, in Burgundy, on the Yonne River.
It roughly coincides with Nievre dept. Drained by the Loire and the Yonne, it is a hilly plateau, rising to the Morvan Mts.
With its tributaries (the Aube, Marne, Oise, Yonne, Loing, and Eure) and connecting canals, it drains the entire Paris...
www.bartleby.com /cgi-bin/texis/webinator/sitesearch?FILTER=&query=Yonne   (227 words)

  
 Luxury barge, Niagara in Burgundy, France
The Yonne side of the canal fell rapidly behind schedule, and due to poor funding the construction of the canal halted in 1793.
To enable a minimum supply of water there are the two main rivers, on the Yonne side of the canal, the river Armançons, and the Saône side uses the river Ouche.
The Canal of Burgundy climbs 299 metres from the river Yonne to the summit and 199 metres from the river Saône to the summit.
www.france-pub.com /chat/ncan.html   (1690 words)

  
 Waterways in France
Loire River • Marne River • Marne-Rhin Canal • Meuse River • Moselle River
Oise River • Rhine Canals • Rhine River • Rhône River • Saône River • Seine River
Lake of Brenets, a natural widening in the river, is a tourist center; at the northern end of the lake the river drops 88 ft. (27 m).
www.discoverfrance.net /France/DF_waterways.shtml   (1274 words)

  
 Our Canal Boat travels - August 2003 - France
The Yonne River is a lovely stretch of wide and calm waters that measures 108 kilometers with 26 locks.
The locks on the Yonne River are a challenge since the lock walls slope inwards.
A body of land surrounded by rivers and canals it is possible to turn left on the Seine River leaving Arsenal and make a big circle, turning onto the Marne, then the Oise River, which turns into the Aisne and then back on the Seine, arriving back in Paris from the other side.
www.robandmarlane.com /travelogue/france/2003/aug03.htm   (1874 words)

  
 Quality holiday and vacation rental properties in the Yonne department in the Burgundy region in France. With listings ...
It is one of the four departments within the Burgundy/Bourgogne Region, Yonne, Nièvre, Côte-d'Or and Saône-et-Loire.
Yonne can be enjoyed in the air by hot air balloon or hang-glider, on the water in a rented house-boat, in a canoe or kayak on the rivers flowing out of the Morvan or quietly seated on the banks of a river fishing pike, trout or pikeperch.
On the Yonne is Auxerre, a good centre for visiting the picturesque vineyards of Chablis and the cherry tree strewn hills of St Bris le Vineux.
www.qualitypropertiestorentinfrance.com /yonne_information.aspx   (593 words)

  
 Canal de Bourgogne
The Canal de Bourgogne is 242 kilometers long and links the river Yonne, a tributary of the river Seine, with the Saône.
From the Yonne the canal climbs along the river Armarçon 299 meters to 378 meters above sea-level (it 's the highest canal in France) to descend at the Saône-side 199 meters again.
After an mandatory rest - on the first of May the locks are closed in France - we went back the same way and navigated then all the way to the river Yonne.
www.home.zonnet.nl /Mouringh.Marga/Bourgogne_eng.htm   (396 words)

  
 Highbeam Encyclopedia - Search Results for Yonne   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
It roughly coincides with Nièvre dept. Drained by the Loire and the Yonne, it is a hilly plateau, rising to the Morvan Mts.
Sequana, river, c.480 mi (770 km) long, rising in the Langres Plateau and flowing generally NW through N France.
It passes Troyes, Melun, and Paris, whence it meanders in large loops through Normandy, past Rouen, and empties into the English Channel in an estuary between Le Orléanais ORLÉANAIS [Orléanais], region and former province, N central France, on both sides of the Loire River.
www.encyclopedia.com /SearchResults.aspx?Q=Yonne   (455 words)

  
 Burgundy Barging   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
It had been another rewarding morning cycling Burgundy’s Yonne province on quiet farmland and forest roads and exploring six captivating villages along the river.
The Yonne province occupies the northwestern corner of Burgundy, bordered by its three other provinces: Nievre, Saone-et-Loire, and touristy Cote d’Or with the city of Dijon.
Yonne’s attraction is its array of villages and towns that so well preserve their long history yet remain undiscovered by the crowds of tourists that frequent France.
www.highonadventure.com /Hoa02dec/Burgundy/barging.htm   (1329 words)

  
 YONNE - Online Information article about YONNE
river Yonne flows through it from S. to N.N.W., receiving on the right See also:
The Yonne is navigable throughout the department, and is connected with the Loire by the See also:
The canal of Burgundy, which follows the valley of the Armancon, has a length of 57 M. in the department, that of Nivernais, following the valley of the Yonne, a length of 33 m.
encyclopedia.jrank.org /YAK_ZYM/YONNE.html   (953 words)

  
 Hotels Auxerre, Yonne Bourgogne.
Le Maxime is your host on the banks of the Yonne River, in the heart of Auxerre.
In Burgundy, the “Parc des Maréchaux” a delightful hotel of character with 25 rooms, practically in the heart of Auxerre, is a preserve of gentle tranquillity, a true haven of peace, surrounded by...
The Ibis Auxerre Centre is located in the city centre opposite the Yonne river.
www.cybevasion.com /hotels/france/hotels_auxerre_37680.html   (227 words)

  
 Chouette
The vessel is moored in the heart of Burgundy, France, on the picturesque Canal du Nivernais at Maillly-le-Chateau, a medieval fortified village commanding spectacular views of the beautiful river Yonne as it winds its way through dense woodland valleys.
castle terrace of the river Yonne, with the Morvan in the distant background.
From Lucy, we gently set forth towards Coulanges sur Yonne, drifting past the rural hamlet of Pousseaux towards the largest town on our route, Clamecy; a medieval settlement perched on a rocky spur at the confluence of the Yonne and the Beuvron.
www.frenchhotelbarge.com /Chouette.htm   (2030 words)

  
 France Bourgogne Villiers sur Yonne Travel Tourisme - 3-Storey House
The ancient village of Villiers sur Yonne situated on the Nivernais Canal is a popular mooring spot for summer cruisers.
It is possible to rent river cruisers locally for both short and long trips.
The River Yonne runs parallel to the canal a few meters away and offers fishing and good swimming.
www.vrbo.com /3752   (590 words)

  
 Presenting the 35th Infantry Division in WWII - Chapter 7
Located on the navigable Yonne River, just below the junction with the Seine, this rail and highway center was reported to be a central supply point for German strongpoints to the northwest as far as Paris and southwest to Montargis.
The crossing was difficult because the Germans had blown all the bridges from Flavigny south and they held strong positions on the east side of the river with machine gun emplacements on the steep bluffs overlooking it with well-placed artillery positions in the rear.
Elements of the 3rd Battalion crossed the river in their sector during the day but were pinned down until late in the afternoon.
www.coulthart.com /134/35chapter_7.htm   (7383 words)

  
 Logis de Bourgogne   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Auxerre, on the Yonne river, has much to reward the visitor.
Boating on the Yonne's rivers and canals is another way to experience this region's treasures.
However, one of the Yonne's main jewels, recognised worldwide, is its Chablis wines.
www.logis-de-bourgogne.com /eng-bourgogne-yo.asp   (231 words)

  
 Burgundy Town Information
Auxerre is the capital city of the département of Yonne.
It is located to the southeast of Paris, on the Yonne River.
It is a port city, situated at the confluence of the Ouche and Suzon rivers and the Burgundy Canal.
www.french-at-a-touch.com /French_Regions/Burgundy/burgundy_towns_information.htm   (487 words)

  
 Joigny
Joigny is a city that was built on a hill on the Yonne River.
It is built on the side of a hill overlooking the river.
It travels over the l'Yonne River and it is very famous.
albert.sacred.sf.ca.us /user/munstermann/sophie/town/joigny.htm   (267 words)

  
 Enchanting Ireland , Travel Deals, International Vacations, European Travel, Customized Vacations, Escorted Tours
She was sunk during the war but later lifted from the river bottom and completely refurbished into the elegant three-decked canal cruiser that she is today.
This morning we continue cruising on the River Yonne to Sens, the oldest town in France.
Today we cruise along the upper reaches of the Yonne River to Auxerre, the most beautiful of all river towns whose skyline is punctuated by church spires and its streets lined with timbered 16th century houses.
www.eeitravel.com /site_cobrand/pub_detail.asp?Group=enchantingirel*&GroupId=661&id=17456   (465 words)

  
 Summer Cruises: Peaceful pace - Orlando Sentinel : Travel Articles   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Deilmann, which owns and operates nine river vessels, expanded its European garden voyages this year by a fleet sailing the Danube, Dutch and Belgian canals, and the Seine, Rhone and Elbe rivers.
River vessels dock in the heart of town.
The line's newly converted Horizon II sails three itineraries in Burgundy, including cruises along the Canal du Nivernais, a waterway that meanders through the Yonne River valley, through July 22.
www.orlandosentinel.com /travel/printedition/orl-rivercruises1806jun18,0,6989741.story?coll=orl-travel-headlines-print   (756 words)

  
 Icauna: a Gaulish Goddess (Flowing)
Icauna is a goddess known from an inscription found at Auxerre, Yonne, France.
She is the patronness of the Yonne River (which derives its name from her) and the Departement in which the river is situated.
Incauna's name is probably derived from the proto-Celtic root iskā- (water) and the proto-Indo-European -onn- verb-forming suffix and the feminine word-ending -a giving us a verb formed out of the noun 'river' which might be interpreted as 'flowing'.
www.celtnet.org.uk /gods_i/icauna.html   (74 words)

  
 Hotels in France - Hotels in Bourgogne - La Côte Saint-Jacques
The Yonne slowly and silently glides between river banks shaded by woods and decorated with flowers...
The yellow house, which is the only homage to Schematism in France, the municipal museum with its naive art collection, its medieval streets, a town of stone and wood through which the Serein River flows peacefully.
Visit of the old town of Joigny with Saint Thibault and Saint Jean Churches, the Château des Gondi, the arboretum and beautiful walks along the banks of the Yonne River.
www.jpmoser.com /lacotesaintjaques-a.html   (342 words)

  
 Burgundy Unguided Walking Tour
Meander along the curves of the Cousin River to the confluence with the Cure.
The vines of the Yonne River valley begin around Accolay, as do the first canals paralleling the river.
Start with a taxi ride to Vincelottes, from where you follow the Canal du Nivernais and the Yonne River as you head to Auxerre.
www.travel-innovations.com /burgundyselfwalk.htm   (1053 words)

  
 Burgundy Barge Bliss in France With Jetsetters Magazine at www.jetsettersmagazine.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
At the junction of the Canal du Nivernais and the River Yonne, Auxerre was a pivotal town on the ancient north-south road through France.
Barge speed is limited to 3 mph on the canals and 10 mph on the rivers.
Passing through the hills of Morvan, the wild valley of the Yonne, and the green meadows of Bazois, the Canal du Nivernais is one of the most beautiful canals in France.
www.jetsettersmagazine.com /archive/jetezine/cruise02/barge/france/epoque/burgundy.html   (2556 words)

  
 Yonne, Burgundy, France - intoFrance
On the banks of the river Yonne, like many towns in the département, Sens is remarkable for its cathedral whose spire was completed before the first stone of Notre Dame in Paris was laid.
To the south of Sens, Joigny, spanning the river Yonne, dates from the 10th century.
Also on the Yonne is Auxerre (pronounced ‘Aussere’), a good centre for visiting the picturesque vineyards of Chablis and the cherry tree strewn hills of St Bris le Vineux.
www.intofrance.co.uk /destinations/guides/department.asp?departmentid=17   (753 words)

  
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River Cruise operator offers weekly and expedition cruises between Mandalay and Bagan.
River cruise along the Lebombo Mountains and Pongola Game Reserve, in South Africa.
The Quietude - French hotel barge - cruises on river Yonne and Burgundy's canal in France.
www.juvio.com /search/directory.asp?c=9622   (205 words)

  
 Crown Blue Line France - Nivernais - Loire - Region - Europe - Canal Boat Rental, Canal Boat Hire, Canal Cruising, ...
The peaceful Canal du Nivernaisand the River Yonne- to the north the old canal winds its way towards Paris and to the south you have the luxuriant Loire valley.
The Yonne on the other hand is a wide river, easy to cruise with electrical operated locks.
However beware of the unusual Yonne locks with sloping sides, where a crew member should be put ashore before entering.
www.canalboatholidays.com /canalboat/crownblueline/regions/france/loire-nivernais_region.shtml   (467 words)

  
 Churches on l'Yonne   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The Yonne River passes through the pleasantly habitable Burgundy region of France.
The Romans came 2000 years ago and built one of their main roads right through the region.
It was quite a hike-and-bike trip from the river below to the town.
www.remedyandcrew.com /rxcruises/cruise01/france/churches.html   (609 words)

  
 Cote Saint Jacques
A family owned and managed hotel and gourmet restaurant located on the banks of the Yonne River in Joigny, a small historic town in the Bourgogne region of France.
La Residence, which was constructed in 1985, and connected to the main residence by an underground tunnel, has an additional 17 guestrooms, and is located on the banks of the Yonne River.
The cuisine prepared by the Loraines is rated as three stars by Michelin, and the chefs were awarded four toques by Gault-Millau, which makes La Cote Saint Jacques one of the best restaurants in France.
www.besthotelsresorts.com /lacotesaintjaques.htm   (305 words)

  
 Gtweekly.com - Santa Cruz, CA   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
We sat at the table on the back porch of the old stone mill house overlooking the river Yonne, as the lengthy twilight gave way to the belated dark of a northern European evening.
We spent hours on the back porch gazing down the river, watching what we started calling “the show.” We let go of our cherished expectations of busyness, and they drifted away like swansdown on the river.
Sometimes the moments that matter most are unplanned and unexpected: a twilit river and Piaf, shared with a stranger on a summer night.
www.gtweekly.com /opinion/story.2005-09-28.0349838158   (706 words)

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