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Marked walk No. 84 A hike through lush green countryside, starting from one of the villages in the Puisaye-Forterre mural network.

Marked route No. 78. Fountains: ‘Shall I not drink your water?’ And yet, from the wash house at Impluvium to Les Bidons, from springs to streams, water is everywhere.

In the land of fruit trees, a walk through the valleys and hills. Sunken paths, springs, viewpoints and built heritage enhance this outing.

Marked walk No. 103. Surrounded by woods and forests, Villiers-Saint-Benoît is rich in water, with its springs, streams and the River Ouanne, which flows through the valley floor. The largest water reserve is located underground and, via interconnected distribution networks, supplies a large proportion of the homes in this region.

Marked route No. 36. A route south of Lavau featuring frequent fords, all of which have been improved, and numerous isolated farms or those grouped into small hamlets. The wooded sections are dominated by deciduous trees such as oak, slender hornbeam or pollarded hornbeam, and trees typical of wetland habitats such as birch, aspen, alder and willow...

Marked route No. 81.Wooded sections, rural and sunken paths, and small roads in the heart of the countryside make up the charm of this walk through the lands of the former Grand Treasurer of the Kingdom of France, Jacques Cœur.

Marked trail No. 17A trail that smells of trogne trees. This tree, emblematic of field edges and woods, which for years has fed animals and heated homes in the Poyaudine region, can be found in countless numbers along this trail.On both the outward and return journeys, you will enjoy a wonderful discovery of the streets and alleys of Old Toucy.

This family hike is historically very interesting. Between the shaded first part and the canal-side second part, the route has a total elevation gain of 28 metres, mainly at the beginning. In terms of history, from Henri IV to Charles de Freycinet, the size of boats has increased, imposing new standards. Today, we talk about the amount of water consumed that needs to be saved.

Starting from the heart of the village, dominated by the spire of Saint-Privat Church, set off to explore the sunken paths and then the farmland dotted with flint, before returning – still amidst this man-made landscape – along the Rigole de Saint-Privé.

The Loing and its tributaries, including the Chasserelle and the streams flowing from nearby springs, converge at the Jardins d’Eau, the starting point of this walk. The remainder of this route, which has very little elevation gain, will take you through fields and woods.

The springs and washhouses without forgetting the Château and the Chapel of Chéry will be the most important heritage sites to discover for this outing. Throughout this route, alternation between valleys and hills where points of view are numerous.

Marked route No. 98. A very hilly route featuring numerous springs, wash houses and other water sources, contrasting with the vast expanses of farmland. In short, plenty of variety.

Marked path n°32 Alternating ups and downs among the orchards, vineyards and crops. Beautiful views over the valley and the hillsides of Yonne.

Marked route No. 97.From hills to valleys, the views alternate between cherry orchards, vineyards and the plateaus of the Yonne. Spring and autumn offer beautiful shades of colour.

Marked route No. 46. Along the banks of the Puisaye, this walk takes place largely on the hills of Forterre. The fields and horizons are vast, whilst the woods provide welcome shade. The Chastenay discovery garden adds a touch of nature.

Marked walk No. 58. This circular route takes you along old tracks to discover the different aspects of the Forterre, a land of arable farming dotted with woods.

Marked trail No. 40 Taking this path is to step into the life and work of Jean-Joseph Carriès. This trail begins with the history of pottery and ends with a sunken path lined with works by ceramicists and the potters’ quarters in the village of Saint-Amand-en-Puisaye.

A route focused on painting with Le Michel-Ange des Arbres. Around twenty representations of Henri Harpignies' paintings line this walk among the trees, sunken paths and viewpoints of Puisaye.Saint-Privé is listed as one of the "Cités de caractères de Bourgogne - Franche-Comté" (villages of character in Burgundy-Franche-Comté).

Marked walk No. 25. A sweeping view of the landscape stretching from Forterre to Puisaye, overlooking the ridges of the Morvan, the Sancerrois and the Loire Valley. This walk, with a slight elevation gain, offers not only this panoramic view but also a chance to delve into the history of this village with its picturesque houses and the Sully lime tree.

Marked route No. 66. A walk featuring long stretches through woodland with some lovely views from the occasional natural gaps in the hedgerows.

After crossing the various fords on the Branlin, passing through beautiful wooded moors and walking alongside hedges, the Ferrier de Tannerre reveals itself in the shade of this forest, which was exploited for its iron ore in Gallo-Roman times. Travel back in time and into a natural space that is still unspoilt!

Marked route No. 77.Between the slightly longer walks around Toucy and exploring the town centre, this walk offers the chance to gain some height and take in the lush greenery surrounding the village. These paths, which are walked regularly, offer great variety.

Marked route No. 57. A village at the bottom of the valley, as if lost, almost overlooked… you know the story? Well, now head up to see what’s up there on the plateau!

From the old canal to the new one, from the old locks to the new ones, a whole world of greenery and water!

Over 100 million years of history beneath your feet!This walk takes you across the coral limestone plateau formed at the end of the Mesozoic era. The water that flows over it is responsible for the formations in the many caves lying beneath your feet.This route overlooks the valleys and allows you to discover the built and natural heritage of this mountain range.

Marked trail No. 54. This walk is a real surprise! Set off from the village church, then head to a hamlet to find the town hall, before wandering through the rugged, limestone terrain of La Forterre to discover isolated hamlets and farms. On the way back, enjoy a lovely view from the plateau over the woods and landscapes of the Poyau region.

La Puisaye: not just blue and green in the landscape, but also ochre in the subsoil. It is from this natural pigment that artists since the 12th century have adorned many of the region’s religious buildings. This walk allows you to discover three of the fifteen or so listed to date.A route along charming country lanes...

This hike offers a main course and dessert of varied landscapes and views. The price you pay will depend on your physical abilities!

Of the 7 large lakes in the Morvan, all of which flow into the Yonne River via various tributaries, this one, fed by the Chalaux, feeds the Crescent Reservoir. The water collected along the way is added to the Cure. This system helps to regulate the Yonne, the 'enfant terrible' of the Seine, as the people of Icaunais like to call it.

A mountain bike, hybrid bike or e-bike ride, depending on your equipment. Springs, wash houses, a section of Roman road, scenic viewpoints: everything you need for a great time and perhaps even a good night’s sleep.

Ah, the Morvan! Some people call the mountains of the Morvan uplands "molehills", and while they're not very tall on this route, they do know how to tire the calves.Hiking through forests of Douglas fir, beech and other hardwoods on sandy or granite paths, with or without plant cover, but with prevalent animal and plant life, offering some very fine views from these hills with their unique horizons.

A getaway to a natural environment, with superb gardens planted in this vegetal and mineral setting. The rocks are there, the islands are in name only, but at times it seems as if we're a long way from the urbanised world.

This route allows you to discover the marsh, which has been shaped since 1640, when the city of Bourges sold part of its communal land to turn it into usable gardens.The marsh workers surrounded these marshes with outer ditches, dug inner ditches and established service roads.You will discover this work and these gardeners through a superb family walk.

A short hike in terms of distance, but challenging on the best part. The view is well worth the effort!

In this part of the Puisaye region, at the foot of the Forterre hills, there are numerous springs and ponds. Whether small or large, natural or man-made, these bodies of water set amongst the greenery shape the landscape. Together with the surrounding woodland, they form habitats home to abundant flora and fauna, as well as serving as a water reservoir to feed the Briare Canal.

Marked hike n°62. This site located in the void diagonal, as some like to say, conceals many assets. If, with the help of agricultural machinery, the search for productivity was the goal in the middle of the 20th century, it has not led to the expected results. Today, it is towards a restoration of biodiversity that we are moving. The fauna and flora are gradually returning. Discovering this heritage also helps to educate children. Superb educational walk!

Medieval castle, viaduct, springs, washhouses and heritage, something to enjoy with the family ! If that's not enough, a little bungee jump to get the adrenaline pumping ? Druyes-les-Belles-Fontaines is classified in the villages "Cities of character of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté".

A short hike between forest and lake, very peaceful and relaxing in this popular lake region.

The Hérisson has a lot to offer! Its 7 waterfalls with 31 jumps: starter or dessert, depending on where you choose to start! A day to feast your eyes, literally and figuratively!

After a brief incursion into the grounds of the Colette castle/museum and the passage at the foot of the Saracen tower, this walk continues through the countryside along the lanes of the Puisaye.

You’ll discover no fewer than eight ponds, each with a different shape, size and habitat, not to mention the pools and streams you’ll come across in this region where Colette certainly admired them all – and, in some cases, loved them. The icing on the cake is that you can have a picnic by the banks of one of them and take a dip in the Bourdon reservoir!

As soon as it enters the nature reserve, this route follows the meandering course of the River Yonne. The elevation gain is virtually zero, making it a walk suitable for many. Furthermore, this town is easily accessible by train from both the Burgundy region and the Paris region.

Route closed by municipal order dated 9 July 2026. Marked walk No. 12.A route themed around recreational sport, following a section of an old railway line and a section of an ancient Roman road, with some wonderful heritage sites to discover.

Marked hike N°51. From the old medieval castle, discover a village built between an old, partly dried-up marsh and a cliff. Druyes Valley offers a green setting that contrasts with the chalky rocks that support the ruined building.

Marked route No. 56. The Hauts-de-Forterre plateau offers some stunning views and a charming heritage, highlighted by the orientation table and the route of old trade signs dotted around the village.

Halfway between the North Pole and the equator, this is a fun route for everyone. It is possible to do it on a mountain bike, but be careful in the second part.

Starting from the Plateau de Gève, take a walk in memory of the British airmen who supplied the Maquis du Vercors resistance fighters.

Marked walk No. 15. Nature and history at your feet. Along the way, discover the Château du Tremblay Regional Centre for Contemporary Art and the plateau where part of the Battle of Fontenoy took place.

Route closed by municipal order of 9 July 2021. A short family walk featuring a few pieces of play equipment along the leisure trail. A really enjoyable outing for everyone.

Route along part of the Roman road linking Bourges to Auxerre, starting from Entrains-sur-Nohain (formerly Intaranum in Gallo-Roman times) in the Nièvre department to Ouanne (Odoana) in the Yonne department.From the vast expanses of woods and forests and the large plains of cultivated land, passing through two of the highest points in this region (367m and 368m), discover new spaces, views, fauna and flora on these limestone plateaus and hills.