Information About Baye, Canal Du Nivernais
Previous stop: Chatillon-en-bazois
Alternative Location: 
Things to do in Baye
Back to topWhy do we recommend stopping here?
A lovely quiet and relaxing place to spend the night, out in the coutryside, close to the etang, and home to many birds and river borne wildlife.
What is there to see?
L'étang de Baye is very popular for swimming and sailing
What can I visit?
Very close to Baye you will find the Voutes de la Collancelle, one of the most impressive feats of the Nivernais Canal - a staircase of 16 locks
Is there a market day?
No
Is there a public swimming pool?
No
Alternative: Swimming is very popular in the Etang de Baye
Is there a tourist office?
No
Is there a golf course here or nearby?
No
Are there any museums near here?
No
Are there any other recommended activities?
The Base Nautique Activital (watersports centre) offers the hire of catamarans, winsdsurfers, fun boats, canoë-kayaks, fishing boats, etc. At weekends and in high season it's recommended that you ring ahead to reserve as it gets busy - tel. 03 86 38 97 39 or 06 73 09 12 35
Eating and Drinking in Baye
Back to topBest places to drink an aperitif?
Bar-restaurant le Martin Pêcheur at Collancelle, approximately 1.5 kms from the port. At the Port de Plaisance, the company Aquafluviale sells non alcoholic drinks to takeaway.
Atmosphere: A friendly village bar
Opening Hours: Open every day except Tuesday
Contact Details: Tel. 03 86 22 45 18
Budget restaurant
Bar-restaurant le Martin Pêcheur at Collancelle, approximately 1.5 kms from the port.
Address: Le bourg, 58800 La Collancelle
Atmosphere: Family run, with a large terrace and meals served throughout the day.
Cuisine: Grilled local meats. Menus from approx €8.50 to €15.50
Speciality: Rib of Charolaise beef
Opening Hours: Closed Tuesdays
Contact Details: Tel. 03 86 22 45 18
Shopping in Baye
Back to topSupermarket
Bar-restaurant-épicerie Le Martin Pêcheur at Collancelle, approx 1.5 kms from the port. Little grocery selling a basic range, plus fresh fruit and vegetables. They can deliver to your boat if required. They also selling bits and pieces for fishing and fishing permits.
Le Bourg, 58800 La Collancelle, Tel. 03 86 22 45 18
Opening Hours: Closed Tuesdays
Practicalities at Baye
Back to topMooring
Moor at the Port de Plaisance des Pougeats, which is situated on the shore of the Etang de Baye. The cost in 2007 was €4.50 per night
Can I get water here?
Yes, payable
Are there any 220v points to plug the boat into?
Yes, payable
Can I get fuel here?
Yes
Are there any waste pump facilities here?
No
Are there any public waste bins here?
Yes
Are there toilet/shower facilities here?
Yes, payable
Is there a bank?
No
Is there an ATM?
No
Is there a post office?
No
Is there a doctor?
No
Is there a dentist?
No
Is there a pharmacy?
No
Is there a taxi company here?
No
Can I get internet access here?
No
