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Barlieu walks
Fléchers Circular
Visorando Member
2.86 mi
+423 ft
-427 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Barlieu (Cher)
A short and pleasant walk in the countryside near Barlieu.
Old stone buildings and sunken lanes in the Pays Fort
8.41 mi
+548 ft
-554 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Vailly-sur-Sauldre (Cher)
A rolling bocage landscape, typical houses in black and ochre sandstone, and a pyramid-shaped barn – a walk to reconnect with unspoilt nature.
Through the Berry hedgerows
8.06 mi
+656 ft
-673 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Vailly-sur-Sauldre (Cher)
A beautiful route for appreciating the landscapes of the Pays Fort. Moving from sunken paths hidden beneath hedgerows (known as ‘bouch’tures’) to open grassy tracks with views of the rolling hills of the Sancerrois offers walkers a variety of wild landscapes typical of the Sologne region of the Berry.
Starlings in the Pays Fort
7.84 mi
+440 ft
-443 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pierrefitte-ès-Bois (Loiret)
In this undulating landscape of the Pays Fort, the walk winds its way through pastures, farmland and wooded areas rich in game, following the ‘bouch’tures’ – a term used by the people of Berry to describe the tall hedgerows lining the hedgerow-lined paths.
The Sauldre Canal in Blancafort: Blue route with variant
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.16 mi
+115 ft
-112 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Cher
An easy route, with a variant, open to pedestrians, cyclists and horse riders.
The Blue Route is rich in heritage that characterises Blancafort: the canal, the river, the old marl pits and the paths rehabilitated for the enjoyment of walkers by the Blancafort et Patrimoine Association.
Five other trails are suggested on the sign at the wash house (canal bridge, Euro monument).
Blancafort Water Tower Circular Route
9.88 mi
+167 ft
-174 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Cher
A very lovely route through the countryside of the Pays Fort. Sunken lanes, forests and ponds give it its charm.
Bissiols d'en Bas - Préberne - Les Doisnes
7.27 mi
+325 ft
-354 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Savigny-en-Sancerre (Cher)
Hike along sunken paths and through undergrowth, cross streams and return via the village of Savigny.
From Briare to Beaulieu-sur-Loire
10.23 mi
+226 ft
-85 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Briare (Loiret)
This hike begins with a crossing of the magnificent Briare Canal Bridge. This crossing is a privilege and if you are there early in the morning, you are sure to experience a range of emotions.It continues along paths that run alongside the canal parallel to the Loire, offering bucolic panoramas.
In the heart of the Sancerre vineyards - Chavignol and its surroundings
6.95 mi
+764 ft
-764 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Verdigny (Cher)
During this hike, you will almost always have a view of the entire vineyard and Sancerre. Depending on the season, you will see the pruning of the vines or the grape harvest. You will pass by the highest "peaks" in the region.
Through the Sancerre vineyards between Verdigny and Sury-en-Vaux.
7.08 mi
+761 ft
-741 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Verdigny (Cher)
A hike that takes place mainly among vineyards and offers beautiful panoramic views of Sancerre and its surrounding countryside. Numerous wayside crosses, two wash houses and the village of Sury-en-Vaux, with its beautiful old houses and church, add a touch of heritage to the route.
Hike designed by the Grand Sancerrois Tourist Office.
Heritage and history trail in Gien
3.81 mi
+92 ft
-115 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Gien (Loiret)
This route is offered by the Gien Town Hall to explore the town while learning about its history and discovering its heritage. As you progress, you will find information boards with explanations of the various historical points of interest identified. I am sharing it here, with my personal modifications to the route and the various points of interest, which are more or less in the same positions.
A circular loop at the foot of Sancerre, starting from Amigny
2.59 mi
+276 ft
-276 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Sancerre (Cher)
Walk organised by the Parents’ Association of Sancerre’s state schools, starting from Amigny. A short, easy walk through the Sancerre vineyards.
Between the Sancerre vineyards and the Loire by bike
6.45 mi
+522 ft
-515 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Satur (Cher)
This walk takes you on a journey through the Sancerre vineyards and along the Loire. Starting from Saint-Satur, you’ll walk through the vineyards at the foot of Sancerre before reaching the Loire by bike by crossing the Canal Latéral.
This walk is easier than the one called “In the heart of the Sancerre vineyards – Chavignol and its surroundings”. The elevation changes are less significant. The final four kilometres are on flat ground.
Loop at the foot of Sancerre
8.06 mi
+1,132 ft
-1,161 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Sancerre (Cher)
Hike through the vineyards, with beautiful views of the Loire.
The Loire Valley and the three viaducts
8.17 mi
+292 ft
-289 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Satur (Cher)
A short walk along the Loire and through the valley, then along the hillside through the vineyards of Sancerre, following the old railway line connecting Cosne-sur-Loire to Bourges.
Beautiful views of the river, the towns of Saint-Satur and Ménétréol, the town of Sancerre, the vineyards and the side canal.
Best done in spring or autumn.