The lock is normally left with all gates open. It is there to protect the canal from any floodwater from the river Aran which leaves the waterway, a short distance above the lock.

Viewed looking back as we head in the direction of Châtillon-en-Bazois.

Photograph taken by Peter Stockdale on 18 June 2018 and was added to the database on Thursday the 18th of July, 2019

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This photo is of Ecluse de garde 16 Coeuillon on the Canal du Nivernais (Main Line)