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                 Autun - Saint-Sernin-du-Bois
                Autun - Saint-Sernin-du-Bois            
            
         
        
        
                This hike marks the start of the Grande Traversée de la Bourgogne du Sud (Great Crossing of Southern Burgundy), which, together with the Grande Traversée de l'Yonne and the Grande Traversée du Morvan, make up the Via Burgundia. Starting from Montereau-Fault-Yonne, this route takes you to Mâcon, crossing history through heritage and diverse landscapes.            
            
            
    
                 From Pont l'Évêque to Couhard via the Gorges de Brisecou road
                From Pont l'Évêque to Couhard via the Gorges de Brisecou road            
            
         
        
        
                Starting from the lovely Vallon lake, discover magnificent views of Autun from the Gorges de Brisecou forest road.            
            
            
    
                 Couhard, Montmain and Château du Petit Montjeu
                Couhard, Montmain and Château du Petit Montjeu            
            
         
        
        
                Lovely route starting from the Pierre de Couhard through a bucolic path leading to the Cascade de Brisecou. Lovely views over Autun and the historic quarter.            
            
            
    
                 Louvetière discovery circuit
                Louvetière discovery circuit            
            
         
        
        
                The route proposed here has several objectives, including encouraging walkers to discover short and long-distance hiking trails by following the markings. On this circuit, in addition to the wolf-themed signage specific to the Circuit de la Louvetière, you will also encounter yellow markings that can be found throughout France.            
            
            
    
                 Forêt de Planoise (forest) and Etang du Martinet (pond)
                Forêt de Planoise (forest) and Etang du Martinet (pond)            
            
         
        
        
                Lovely walk along the water's edge and through the forest on easy paths.            
            
            
    
                 La Grande Verrière - Bibracte
                La Grande Verrière - Bibracte            
            
         
        
        
                The second stage of this circular Beuvray will take you on a journey of discovery through pretty villages and beautiful landscapes. Little by little, you climb through the forest towards Beuvray, the summit where the majestic Bibracte of the Aedui stood inthe 1st century BC.            
            
            
    
                 Château de Sully
                Château de Sully            
            
         
        
        
                A short, gently sloping route that takes in an old mine headframe and the Château de Sully, owned by the Duchess of Magenta and the birthplace of President Mac Mahon. You'll also discover the greenway that leads to Saint-Léger-du-Bois.            
            
            
    
                 Saint-Sernin-du-Bois - Écuisses
                Saint-Sernin-du-Bois - Écuisses            
            
         
        
        
                This hike is part of the Grande Traversée de la Bourgogne du Sud (Great Crossing of Southern Burgundy) route, which, together with the Grande Traversée de l'Yonne and the Grande Traversée du Morvan, make up the Via Burgundia. This long route, which runs from Montereau-Fault-Yonne to Macon, allows you to discover the Eternal Burgundy and stretches for almost 500 km. You can find out more on the website.            
            
            
    
                 The Canche Gorges
                The Canche Gorges            
            
         
        
        
                The Canche Gorges are one of Morvan's most outstanding natural sites.            
            
            
    
                 Short Uchon trail
                Short Uchon trail            
            
         
        
        
                This short circuit, accessible to all, passes by several ponds and most of Uchon's rocky sites. 85% of the route is in the shade. It's a short walk, but you can enjoy a meal beforehand or afterwards at the Auberge de la Croix de Messire Jean (hostel).            
            
            
    
                 Uchon, the land of rocks
                Uchon, the land of rocks            
            
         
        
        
                Uchon is considered "the pearl of Morvan": a corner of unspoilt nature.            
            
            
    
                 The Celts at Mont Beuvray
                The Celts at Mont Beuvray            
            
         
        
        
                This hike offers an escape to the time of the Eduens in the Morvan Forest. There are many explanatory panels and beautiful views. As it is not very long, it can be complemented by a visit to the Bibracte Museum, known as the "Museum of Celtic Civilisation", in the car park.            
            
            
    
                 Bibracte - La Grande Verrière
                Bibracte - La Grande Verrière            
            
         
        
        
                The official name of the hike is: "Towards the Méchet Valley, from Bibracte to La Grande Verrière".From the Bibracte car park, leave the forest and set off to explore the Méchet Valley, with its pretty villages and small heritage sites, a beautiful discovery in the South Morvan. Breathe in the fresh air, you are in the Grand Site de France "Bibracte Morvan des Sommets".            
            
            
    
                 The Bibracte Marauding Trail
                The Bibracte Marauding Trail            
            
         
        
        
                A unique historical site, Bibracte was a fortified town or oppidum, built on the summit of Mont Beuvray at the end of the 2nd century. In addition to its protected natural area (labelled "Grand Site de France" within the Morvan Regional Nature Park), it offers an exceptional archaeological site.
The Chemin de Maraude is a 3 km route combining viewpoints, excavation sites and walks through forests and clearings.            
            
            
    
                 In the footsteps of our Gallic ancestors: Bibracte and Mont Beuvray
                In the footsteps of our Gallic ancestors: Bibracte and Mont Beuvray            
            
         
        
        
                At a height of 821 metres, Mont Beuvray offers a wide range of activities, including a visit to the archaeological site of the Bibracte oppidum, the Bibracte Museum dedicated to Gallic civilisation, and numerous walking opportunities such as the ramparts tour or long-distance hiking trails such as theGR®13orGR®131.
And if, by chance, mist descends on the area at the end of your hike, the atmosphere it creates is sure to give you goose bumps.            
            
            
    
                 Notre-Dame de l'Aillant
                Notre-Dame de l'Aillant            
            
         
        
        
                A short hike where, after playing leapfrog with the streams that run through Anost, you climb through the forest to a beautiful viewpoint dominated by the statue of Notre-Dame de l'Aillant.            
            
            
    
                 Haut Folin - The peak of Morvan
                Haut Folin - The peak of Morvan            
            
         
        
        
                A predominantly forest walk through the Bois du Roi, leading to the summit of Haut Folin, the peak of the Morvan and thus of Burgundy.            
            
            
    
                 The two mountains
                The two mountains            
            
        
                An ascent of two mounts, Mont de Rome Château (514m) and Mont Rême (546m), giving you a good panoramic view of the Cossane valley, which joins the Dheune.            
            
            
    
                 Old Saint-Pierre route from Lacanche
                Old Saint-Pierre route from Lacanche            
            
        
                A very pleasant route, mostly through woodland, marked in yellow.
Lacanche is a former working-class town, built around the SIL factory (bought by Seb in 2024-2025). You can stroll through the streets to discover this unique architecture and perhaps visit the church (key available at the Town Hall).            
            
            
    
                 Short circular from Saint-Maurice via Millay
                Short circular from Saint-Maurice via Millay            
            
        
                A circular loop starting from Millay, allowing you to discover the southern Morvan up close with the cows. An easy hike, accessible for the whole family.            
            
            
    
                 La Sorme from the dike
                La Sorme from the dike            
            
         
        
        
                An easy, pleasant walk near the Etang de la Sorme. Beautiful scenery and little change in altitude.A few stretches on tarmac, but not very busy.            
            
            
    
                 Écuisses - Buxy
                Écuisses - Buxy            
            
         
        
        
                This is the third section of the southern Burgundy crossing, which is part of the VIA Burgundia. From the confluence of the Yonne and Seine rivers in Montereau-Fault-Yonne, it crosses the whole of Burgundy to reach Macon. It is also the Eternal Burgundy trail, where history blends with heritage to reveal the region's beautiful natural surroundings.            
            
            
    
                 From Saint-Laurent d'Andenay to Écuisses
                From Saint-Laurent d'Andenay to Écuisses            
            
         
        
        
                During this hike, you will leave from the entrance to Saint-Laurent d'Andenay and head to the village of Écuisses along the RCEA (Route Centre Europe Atlantique), then cross Écuisses les Sept-Écluses via the greenway along the Canal du Centre. In Écuisses, you have the option of visiting the Canal Museum and Villa Perrusson. Then, still following the greenway, you will reach the Jeanne Rose bridge and your starting point via the D18.            
            
            
    
                 A circular to the west of Saint-Laurent-d'Andenay
                A circular to the west of Saint-Laurent-d'Andenay            
            
         
        
        
                Saint-Laurent d'Andenay, a small village near Montchanin, is crossed by the Paris-Marseille TGV line. During this walk, you can take a picnic break on the banks of the pond, where tables are available.            
            
            
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