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4.54 mi
+69 ft
-66 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Beaugency (Loiret)
A word to photographers. Simply stroll along paths, through urban areas and beside rivers, and yet unexpected views suddenly appear. How many will you manage to capture?
Tour of Lailly-en-Val starting from Beaugency
17.57 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Beaugency (Loiret)
This circular route starting from Beaugency is half in the Loire Valley and half in Sologne. It takes place mostly on quiet, relatively uncrowded paths.
From Beaugency to the Eaux Bleues de Tavers
8.86 mi
+30 ft
-39 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Beaugency (Loiret)
Starting in Beaugency, a medieval town rich in heritage, this hike leads to the Eaux Bleues de Tavers, the Ver Chapel and various wash houses, offering superb views of the Loire River.
Walk along the Ru in Beaugency
5.91 mi
+89 ft
-89 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Beaugency (Loiret)
The town of Beaugency, steeped in history, owes its economic development from the 11th century onwards to the water mills used for milling. Following the Ru valley, this walk will take you past historic monuments and through varied landscapes.
Between Ardoux and Ime, near Lailly-en-Val
6.92 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Beaugency (Loiret)
A picturesque walk through the Ardoux valley, best enjoyed in late spring or early summer to take in the scents and colours – green pastures, yellow rapeseed flowers, golden wheat… The wild course of the Ardoux and Ime rivers is delightful.
The Tour des Bordes in Lailly-en-Val
9.22 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lailly-en-Val (Loiret)
Following beautiful forest paths through the Bois de Vernou and its ponds, then skirting the Val d’Ardoux, this circular route takes you past the mills at Vezenne and then Chaffin, reminders of a rich history of activity in days gone by.
Passing through Monçay via the Chemin des Cochons and the Chemin des Boeufs
6.65 mi
+56 ft
-52 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Lailly-en-Val (Loiret)
The route winds through typical Sologne countryside with its wildlife, broom-covered heathland, woods, sheep pastures, areas of abandoned farmland and some cultivated fields.
The Loire from Dry
8.73 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Dry (Loiret)
A circular route in the Loire Valley offering beautiful views of the royal river and its islands, not to mention its small tributary, the Ardoux. In spring and early summer, the route is dotted with splashes of colour from the various crops.
Between the Loire Valley and Sologne via the Chemin des Cochons
6.82 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Dry (Loiret)
An easy walk through fields and woods. This is an opportunity to discover some beautiful ancient oak trees as well as a sinkhole – a collapse caused by the dissolution of limestone by groundwater – which is a curiosity of northern Sologne.
A path, a school: Les Lavoirs
6.06 mi
+49 ft
-66 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Avaray (Loir-et-Cher)
Walking and hiking trails winding along the hillside above the Loire floodplain between Lestiou and Avaray. An excuse to discover two pretty little villages on the Loire, it also offers the surprise of six wash houses in just five kilometres. Very discreetly located, you have to take the time to look for them: the walk then becomes a treasure hunt with well-hidden treasures. The commune of Lestiou has two, while Avaray has four, including one oval wash house.
The Loire between Meung-sur-Loire and Beaugency
11.04 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Meung-sur-Loire (Loiret)
There is no better way to discover the beauty and mysteries of the royal river between Meung-sur-Loire and Beaugency, two towns remarkable for their castles, than to follow the Loire à Vélo route on its right bank and the flood defence embankment on its left bank. The first part of the route is very busy, but further on you will be rewarded with panoramic views of the Loire Valley and a peaceful atmosphere.
From Meung-sur-Loire to Orléans via the GR®3
11.81 mi
+59 ft
-36 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Meung-sur-Loire (Loiret)
TheGR®®3offers beautiful views of the royal river and its islands. Running along the right bank of the Loire, it reveals some vestiges of the Loire's maritime past, the cellars where wine was stored and the wine press house, not to mention the magnificent church of La Chapelle-Saint-Mesmin overlooking the river.
Les Mauves near Meung-sur-Loire
12.07 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Meung-sur-Loire (Loiret)
A discreet beauty that is often overlooked, the Mauves de Meung-sur-Loire branch is nonetheless a curiosity. The hike runs alongside and crosses the riparian forest, a corridor of vegetation consisting mainly of alders, ash trees and poplars. Consisting of three circular loops, the hike offers several possible variations.
Cléry-Saint-André circular along the banks of the Loire via La Verdaille
8.38 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cléry-Saint-André (Loiret)
From Cléry-Saint-André, this circular route leads to the wild banks of the Loire, just like the walk “From Cléry-Saint-André to the wild banks of the Loire (1)”, but the return route follows theGR®655East further west. It offers beautiful views of the Loire and allows you to appreciate the rich flora and fauna of its banks and islands.
From Cléry-Saint-André to the Butte des Élus
5.65 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Cléry-Saint-André (Loiret)
A circular leading from the Basilica of Cléry-Saint-André, known for its architecture and history, to the enigmatic Butte des Élus, a burial mound dating back to the Iron Age. It is ideal for a family walk in the Val d'Ardoux.
Exploring a dry valley in the Beauce region
5.56 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Baccon (Loiret)
La Beauce harbours well-kept secrets. Yet some of them are revealed to us during this walk, around a dry valley. Roe deer, wild hares, grape hyacinths and orchids reveal themselves to those who know how to look.
Along the Loire between Mer and Beaugency, left bank, right bank
26.94 mi
+135 ft
-151 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Mer (Loir-et-Cher)
A circular cycle route, preferably on a hybrid bike, which largely follows the ‘La Loire en Vélo’ cycle paths, on the left bank from Mer to Beaugency and then on the right bank from Beaugency back to Mer. You’ll enjoy beautiful views of the Loire as well as the chance to spot birds. The section through the medieval town of Beaugency adds a superb touch of heritage.
A circular route to Talcy Castle starting from Mer
14.11 mi
+105 ft
-105 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Mer (Loir-et-Cher)
This relatively short road bike route offers the chance to visit the superb Château de Talcy and its vast, colourful garden. The route follows quiet roads that are relatively easy to cycle on.
Along the Loire between Mer and Blois, left bank, right bank
29.77 mi
+141 ft
-167 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Mer (Loir-et-Cher)
A circular cycle route – preferably on a hybrid bike – which mainly follows the ‘La Loire en Vélo’ cycle paths, on the left bank from Mer to Blois and then on the right bank from Blois to Mer. You cycle alongside the Loire for many kilometres, offering beautiful scenery as well as the chance to spot birds. The town of Blois, with its rich heritage, offers the chance for a stop to explore the sights and enjoy some local cuisine.
A circular tour of Chambord Castle starting from Mer
25.18 mi
+223 ft
-249 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Mer (Loir-et-Cher)
Chambord Castle is one of the most famous castles in the Loire Valley. This route takes you to the castle by bike; a hybrid bike is ideal. You’ll mainly be cycling on dedicated cycle paths, alternating between tarmac sections and well-maintained tracks. There are plenty of shaded sections through the forest, and the route runs briefly alongside the River Loire. A few beautiful churches line this route.
Heading back up towards the source of the Tronne
5.82 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Mer (Loir-et-Cher)
A small stream originates in a place called Bausdisson.
It flows through the town from north to south and joins the Loire after a journey of around twelve kilometres.
This small river, called the Tronne, gives the town of Mer a certain charm.
In fact, Mera means "marsh" or "place covered with water" in Latin, which is the origin of the name Mer.
Wandering through the narrow streets of Mer
4.86 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Mer (Loir-et-Cher)
Mer lies on, or almost on, the banks of the Loire. In the past, the bridge over the Loire linking Mer to Muides was called the Pont de Mer. Mer was once a fortified town, a large, enclosed market town smaller in size than it is today; the suburbs were not part of it. Inside the town walls, the layout was the same as it is today.
Most of the narrow streets have been preserved, and the former Hôtel-Dieu has taken the place of the Marché au Beurre.
The marl pit trail from Mezières-lez-Cléry
6.15 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Mézières-lez-Cléry (Loiret)
It is mainly a forest route that recalls the major development work carried out in Sologne, which began in the second half of the 19th century when marl was extracted and then transported by horse-drawn carts to improve the acidic soil.
Around Mézières-lez-Cléry
11.91 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Mézières-lez-Cléry (Loiret)
A walk in the heart of the forest where nature awaits.
A circular walk between Huisseau-sur-Mauves and Montpipeau
7.77 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Huisseau-sur-Mauves (Loiret)
A circular route steeped in history, taking in the Beauce plateau with its farmland, the Bois de Bucy – a mixed woodland popular with chestnut lovers and mycologists – and Montpipeau Castle, of which only the ‘Favéant’ towers remain, vestiges of a prestigious past.
Between Beauce and Mauves from Huisseau-sur-Mauves
6.37 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Huisseau-sur-Mauves (Loiret)
Starting from Huisseau-sur-Mauves, a village built around a huge castle, this is an easy walk between the Beauce plateau and the Mauves. These streams flow all year round amidst superb vegetation. Best enjoyed in spring or early summer when the splashes of colour from the various crops break up the monotony of the plateau.
Between forests and ponds around La Ferté-Saint-Cyr
8.62 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from La Ferté-Saint-Cyr (Loir-et-Cher)
Forests and ponds stretch out around La Ferté-Saint-Cyr, a typical village in the wooded and game-rich Sologne region, which has preserved its vast network of communal paths.
Circular route through the heart of Sologne via the GRP® trail from castle to castle...
19.00 mi
+197 ft
-197 ft
8h 55
Moderate
Departure from La Ferté-Saint-Cyr (Loir-et-Cher)
On foot or by mountain bike, this is a mainly woodland route, dotted with numerous ponds. Ideal for nature lovers seeking peace and quiet, offering total immersion in the heart of the “Sologne des étangs”.
Passing through Le Rhuys
9.91 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from La Ferté-Saint-Cyr (Loir-et-Cher)
During this walk, you will see numerous ponds that are bird sanctuaries (herons, ducks, etc.), the Veillas stream and its fords, the typical brick castle of Les Rhuys, and perhaps large wild animals in this region of Sologne, which is rich in game.
The Sologne region of forests and ponds around Crouy-sur-Cosson
6.12 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Crouy-sur-Cosson (Loir-et-Cher)
Like many villages in the Sologne region, Crouy-sur-Cosson combines forest landscapes, ponds and architectural heritage. The first part of the walk takes place on wide paths on the edge or in the heart of the forest; the second part is more varied, dotted with ponds, the Cosson river, grassy paths and hamlets.
Passing through La Motte Longuet
8.38 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from La Ferté-Saint-Cyr (Loir-et-Cher)
A route mainly through woodland, dotted with numerous ponds. Ideal for nature lovers seeking peace and quiet. An alternative route allows you to shorten the distance considerably.
Circular route in Sologne around La Ferté-Saint-Cyr
8.84 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from La Ferté-Saint-Cyr (Loir-et-Cher)
A route that runs mainly through woodland. The dense or sparse vegetation, consisting mainly of deciduous trees, along with streams and ponds, provides ideal habitats for birds and large wild animals.
Circular Bruyères via the Moulin Lauray Ford, La Ferté-Saint-Cyr
10.88 mi
+135 ft
-108 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from La Ferté-Saint-Cyr (Loir-et-Cher)
La Ferté-Saint-Cyr has preserved its many communal paths, all of which are marked and mostly protected from motorised vehicles.
This circular route takes you along a variety of paths, skirting meadows, woods and ponds, before entering the heart of the forest, an ideal place for wildlife watching.
The unique feature of this circular route is that it crosses the Cosson river twice, first via a narrow bridge and then via the Gué du Moulin Lauray ford; as you can imagine, you will need to take off your shoes.
The Loire from Mareau-aux-Prés
7.24 mi
+52 ft
-56 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Mareau-aux-Prés (Loiret)
This walk takes you to the left bank of the Loire, a prime spot for spotting beavers and the many species of birds that inhabit the river’s shifting islands. It can be enjoyed throughout the year.
Circular route through vineyards and orchards around Mareau-aux-Prés
7.13 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Mareau-aux-Prés (Loiret)
A walk through the vineyards and orchards around Mareau-aux-Prés, best enjoyed in autumn to take in the colours of the different plots. Ideal for a family outing.
The Sologne forest from Ligny-le-Ribault via La Bretèche and La Couvrée
6.53 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Ligny-le-Ribault (Loiret)
Once you leave the pretty village of Ligny-le-Ribault, the route follows shaded forest paths in the heart of the game-rich Sologne region, offering an opportunity to observe the flora and fauna characteristic of this environment.
The Sologne region around Ligny-le-Ribault
9.11 mi
+39 ft
-43 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Ligny-le-Ribault (Loiret)
The commune of Ligny-le-Ribault, which has preserved many communal paths, offers this magnificent hike in the Sologne region of ponds, home to deer, roe deer and wild boar.
The Loire from Fourneaux to Saint-Ay, between the Rollin and the Mauve
5.61 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Chaingy (Loiret)
Nature and culture go hand in hand on the banks of the Loire, between Fourneaux-Plage and Saint-Ay. The landscapes of the Loire, both at water level and higher up, are so beautiful, sometimes breathtaking, that it is easy to understand why the bishops of Orléans and famous men of letters came here on holiday.
Saint-Dyé-sur-Loire or the memory of a port
6.55 mi
+39 ft
-43 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Dyé-sur-Loire (Loir-et-Cher)
The route is varied, sometimes overlooking the Loire or running along its banks, sometimes taking forest paths or paths through fields. A superb opportunity to get some fresh air and relax while reliving a page of history.
A tour of the wash houses in Suèvres and the surrounding area
5.31 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Suèvres (Loir-et-Cher)
A short, very pleasant walk through the village of Suèvres, a former fortified town, and its surroundings. Numerous springs and rivers facilitated the construction of watermills as early as the Middle Ages.
The wash houses and mills of Suèvres
5.64 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Suèvres (Loir-et-Cher)
Suèvres, a former fortified town, is home to numerous springs and rivers which fostered the development of water mills from the Middle Ages onwards, powered by wheat from the Beauce region. Wash houses, mills and castles abound in this rich region of the Loire Valley.
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