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Abbans-Dessous walks
The Marquis' Castle
Visorando Member
8.24 mi
+1,056 ft
-1,056 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Abbans-Dessous (Doubs)
This hike, following in the footsteps of Marquis Claude François Dorothée de Jouffroy d'Abbans, naval architect and designer of the steamboat, will take you between the Loue and Doubs rivers, from oratories to churches, in the heart of our devout Comtois countryside, leaving you time to meditate on the twilight paths of our wooded mountains.
The Grand Finale
5.94 mi
+614 ft
-614 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Abbans-Dessus (Doubs)
Perched on its rocky outcrop, overlooking the Doubs valley, Abbans Castle likely replaced a Roman castrum. The oldest parts date from the 12th century. It was at the top of the keep that Claude Dorothée de Jouffroy d’Abbans set up his study and forge, where he built his steamboat. A short stroll through the countryside in this place steeped in history, taking in the cool Sentier du Ruisseau, the peaceful Grande Fin valley and the monument commemorating the long-forgotten rag-and-bone men of the 1870s.
Abbans Castle
4.73 mi
+417 ft
-404 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Abbans-Dessus (Doubs)
On its rocky spur overlooking the Doubs valley, Abbans Castle was probably built on the site of a Roman castrum. The oldest parts date from the 12th century. It was at the top of the keep that Claude Dorothée de Jouffroy d'Abbans set up his study and forge, where he built his steamboat. Enjoy a short country walk in this historic setting along a pleasant ridge path, then through the Grande Fin valley, discovering the castle from different angles.
The Bois de Moini
6.61 mi
+1,053 ft
-1,047 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Quingey (Doubs)
Hike exclusively in the forest, on paths and trails with some beautiful ascents and descents. Views of the Doubs and Loue valleys.
Circular walk around Boussières via the Caillet Mill and Notre Dame du Mont
5.61 mi
+604 ft
-591 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Boussières (Doubs)
A short family walk combining a tarmac road at the start, followed by long stretches through woodland before climbing up to the chapel to enjoy a magnificent view over the Doubs valley and Besançon.
From Boussières to Busy via the Pierre de Vorges
10.68 mi
+1,220 ft
-1,224 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Boussières (Doubs)
This lovely walk will take you to Busy along pretty, undulating woodland paths to Vorges, after which the gradient reverses on the way to Busy. From there, the road surface changes. A very steep tarmac road will take you to the D083, where you’ll take a ridge path, then the Roman road and dirt tracks for the return journey. This route offers beautiful panoramic views of several spots in the Doubs Valley.
Along the Doubs beneath the castles, starting from Boussières
6.54 mi
+302 ft
-305 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Boussières (Doubs)
A lovely, easy little walk that takes you to the Couvent de Béthanie and along the right bank of the Doubs on the towpath. Along the way, you’ll pass beneath the castles of Thoraise, Torpes and Boussières.
Take the time to watch the birds on the Doubs. With a bit of luck, you may also spot coypu, beavers (and their gnaw marks on the trees) or chamois towards the end of the route.
Circular walk from Boussières to the Chouzelot monument via the Bois de la Taille
6.56 mi
+866 ft
-886 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Boussières (Doubs)
This short walk will take you through woods and meadows to the Chouzelot (or Mont Gardot) monument. After crossing the ridge, you’ll walk through a beautiful forest to return to your car park, passing vineyards and orchards along the way.
Boussières: Notre-Dame du Mont
9.73 mi
+1,142 ft
-1,138 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Boussières (Doubs)
From Virgin to Virgin, not forgetting the big bad wolves, you will discover a superb panorama of the Doubs valley and its contrasting hills: warlike with the ruins of Montferrand Castle, peaceful with the protective Virgin of Notre-Dame du Mont, commercial with the Percée de Thoraise. As you climb the Éssart du Loup, you can dream of those distant times when the simple, tranquil beauty of our Comtois landscapes could be disturbed by sinister encounters.
Circular walk around Villars-Saint-Georges via the Combe d’Arange
4.68 mi
+203 ft
-207 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Villars-Saint-Georges (Doubs)
A lovely little walk around Villars-Saint-Georges that will take you through meadows and woods, across a pretty valley, to the banks of the Doubs before heading back up into the large forest. A family walk where you might (with a bit of luck) spot deer, foxes and a variety of birds.
A quick stroll between the Loue and the Bois de Quingey
2.79 mi
+226 ft
-226 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Quingey (Doubs)
If you only have 1 to 1½ hours to let off steam, here is an idea for a short walk in Quingey/Cessey.
Between Loue and Mont de Cessey
6.51 mi
+909 ft
-909 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Cessey (Doubs)
Route through the forest and wide paths, connecting the two parts of the commune of Cessey via the Mont de Cessey ridge and the Loue river.
Circular Quingey route via Cessey and the Ferme des Routes
3.36 mi
+253 ft
-276 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Cessey (Doubs)
A lovely little walk along the River Loue, then through meadows and forests with a variety of tree species. A family walk with a section emerging from the forest offering a unique view of the village of Quingey.
Around Torpes via the lodge and the Rans d’Archaux
4.14 mi
+410 ft
-410 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Torpes (Doubs)
Around Torpes via the lodge woods and the Rans d’Archaux, returning via the tarmac road.
The Moulin Caillet Stream and Notre-Dame du Mont
3.90 mi
+702 ft
-702 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Thoraise (Doubs)
Discover a secluded valley through which the Ruisseau du Moulin Caillet winds, before a steep climb towards the ridges overlooking the Doubs valley. The route alternates between forest tracks, wild paths and sections through sharp limestone pavements, offering magnificent panoramic views of Montferrand Castle and the Notre-Dame-du-Mont Chapel. A short detour also offers the chance to see a mysterious ancient underground passage carved beneath the cliff face. A varied and charming circular walk, suitable only for walkers with a sure footing for the sections along the cliff edge.
La Percée de Thoraise
3.39 mi
+584 ft
-584 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Thoraise (Doubs)
Discover panoramic views of the Doubs valley, the Chapel of Notre-Dame du Mont and, dominating the valley, the feudal castle of Montferrand and its medieval keep overlooking the meanders. Then a picturesque steep path will take you down through a beautiful forest of slender trees to the Canal Monsieur dit la Percée de Thoraise, a 185-metre tunnel dating from 1810.
L'Essart du Loup
6.76 mi
+906 ft
-902 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Vorges-les-Pins (Doubs)
A forest and countryside walk, accompanied by the Montferrand keep and the Bisontin mountains, down the beautifully named Chemin de l'Essart du Loup, an old cart track, to discover the Monument de Vorges in memory of the long-forgotten poor biffins of 70, a gypsum factory and the small valley of Moulin Caillet lost between two mountains.
The old Thoraise, the Notre-Dame du Mont viewpoint and the Canal Monsieur
3.93 mi
+600 ft
-604 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Thoraise (Doubs)
Discover Thoraise, its narrow streets and ancient postern gates, its castle and the banks of the Doubs. Then climb up to the Notre-Dame du Mont viewpoint overlooking the valley and the keep of the feudal castle of Montferrand, ending finally at the Thoraise breakthrough and the Monsieur canal.
Thoraise Plain Circular Route
5.38 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Thoraise (Doubs)
A circular walk in the Thoraise plain, with no difficulty whatsoever. The first circular route takes you along the Doubs and past the military camp, then through the Monsieur Canal tunnel.
The second loop takes you upstream along the cycle route, followed by a visit to the picturesque site of La Pierre de Vorges, with a return route through the woods. You can also see the Convent of Bethany on the opposite bank and the site of the canal tunnel. There is also a fine view of the ruins of Montferrand Castle.
Notre-Dame-du-Mont Chapel in Thoraise
2.82 mi
+492 ft
-518 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Thoraise (Doubs)
Visit the Notre-Dame-du-Mont Chapel in Thoraise. Superb view of the Doubs and Montferrand Castle.
A trail along the ridges and banks of the river Doubs between Vorges-les-Pins and Busy
6.36 mi
+794 ft
-794 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Vorges-les-Pins (Doubs)
A stroll along the ridge separating the Loue Valley and that of the river Doubs and then along the banks of the Doubs with a panoramic view of the Château de Montferrand ruins.
Circular route from Routelle to Velesmes via the Bois des Saussottes
3.57 mi
+174 ft
-167 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Routelle (Doubs)
This short, easy family walk will take you through the woods from the Vaugrenans valley to Velesmes, before returning via the outskirts of Benusse and its mill.
Around the Château de Montferrand-le-Château
4.42 mi
+564 ft
-564 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Montferrand-le-Château (Doubs)
Visit the ruins of Montferrand le Château castle.
The keep of Monferrand and the Bois Rapin
5.24 mi
+866 ft
-863 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Montferrand-le-Château (Doubs)
This hike offers magnificent views of the Doubs valley and its contrasting hills: warlike with the ruins of the feudal castle of Montferrand, peaceful with the protective Virgin of Notre-Dame du Mont, all while travelling along a beautiful ridge line.
The Feudal Castle of Montferrand
6.62 mi
+640 ft
-640 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Montferrand-le-Château (Doubs)
This hike offers magnificent views of the Doubs valley and its contrasting hills: warrior-like with the ruins of the feudal castle of Montferrand, peaceful with the protective Virgin of Notre-Dame du Mont, and will lead you through bucolic me anders towards the beautifully named Notre-Dame de l'Assomption des Champs, protecting you from demonic medieval gargoyles.