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Canal du Nivarnais walks
The descent of the 16 locks
Visorando Member
9.04 mi
+279 ft
-285 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Sardy-lès-Épiry (Nièvre)
A walk that first follows the Yonne river for several kilometres, then follows the descent of the 16 Collancelle locks.
Keephold and Nièvre Canal in Cravant
5.14 mi
+285 ft
-285 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Cravant (Yonne) (Yonne)
A very easy hike, with a return trip along the Canal d'Acconay and then the Canal de la Nièvre. The section through the woods offers a beautiful view of Accolay.
The Rochers du Saussois circular via the terrace of Mailly-le-Château
15.00 mi
+896 ft
-896 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Merry-sur-Yonne (Yonne)
This hike offers a main course and dessert of varied landscapes and views. The price you pay will depend on your physical abilities!
Sermentole and Asnois circular
6.06 mi
+591 ft
-607 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Asnois (Nièvre)
Sermentole and its varied forest landscapes, followed by a visit to the charming village of Asnois with its Saint-Loup church, castle, wash house and swimming spot.
The Col de Crémant and Plaine du Sausse circular loop
17.04 mi
+1,066 ft
-1,043 ft
8h 45
Moderate
Departure from Escolives-Sainte-Camille (Yonne)
A very pleasant walk: from the top of the hills, the view is superb, provided the sky is clear.
The first part is winding and hilly until Cravant, but the return journey is on a flat, tarmac path along the Canal du Nivernais and the Yonne.
The valleys between La Cure and the Via Agrippa
14.24 mi
+1,050 ft
-1,040 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Bessy-sur-Cure (Yonne)
Over 100 million years of history beneath your feet!
This hike passes over the coral limestone plateau formed at the end of the Mesozoic era. The water that flows here is responsible for the decorations in many of the caves beneath your feet.
This route overlooks the valleys and allows you to discover the built and natural heritage of this mountain range.
On the wood floaters' trail
4.60 mi
+256 ft
-246 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Clamecy (Nièvre) (Nièvre)
A tour between town and country in the land of the wood floaters.
The Rigole d'Yonne and 16 locks on the Canal du Nivernais
6.55 mi
+148 ft
-151 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from La Collancelle (Nièvre)
Set off to discover two magnificent engineering structures located in Nièvre in Burgundy: the Échelle de Sardy-les-Epiry on the Canal du Nivernais and the Rigole d'Yonne.
This walk follows the Canal du Nivernais along a greenway. You can admire a series of locks, 16 in total over a little more than 3 km. Your walk continues overlooking the canal, along the edge of the Rigole d'Yonne, which supplies the canal with water from Lake Pannecière.
Mont-et-Marré
4.95 mi
+233 ft
-223 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Mont-et-Marré (Nièvre)
A hike designed to showcase the small heritage of this commune in the Nièvre, located on either side of the Canal du Nivernais:
castles, beautiful farms and barns, wash houses and fountains, a beautiful variety of paths and panoramic views.
A glimpse of the meanders of the Yonne at Châtel-Censoir
8.33 mi
+551 ft
-535 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Châtel-Censoir (Yonne)
Set amidst unspoilt countryside, this walk, in a stunning setting flanked by the Yonne and the Canal du
Nivernais, offers breathtaking views of the famous Rochers du Saussois, a mecca for rock climbing, with
and flora. The route around this bend in the Yonne is full of remarkable views.
On the road between Coulanges-sur-Yonne and Lucy-sur-Yonne
6.94 mi
+269 ft
-259 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Coulanges-sur-Yonne (Yonne)
Walk along the banks of the Yonne and the canal. Beautiful views of Lucy-sur-Yonne and the castle from the film La Grande Vadrouille.
From Jules Renard to the Emeraude
4.88 mi
+236 ft
-226 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Chaumot (Nièvre)
From Chitry-les-Mines, home of Jules Renard, to Corbigny and back via the Yonne and the Nivernais Canal.
A short walk in Châtillon-en-Bazois
3.45 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Châtillon-en-Bazois (Nièvre)
A short route or a Sunday stroll!
You’ll discover the port, Châtillon Castle and the Nivernais Canal, which is very popular for boat trips.
Decize route, by boat on the Loire
3.94 mi
+89 ft
-85 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Decize (Nièvre)
Route along the Loire, via Île de Caqueret and the old town.
Short route south of Châtillon-en-Bazois
5.36 mi
+157 ft
-141 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Châtillon-en-Bazois (Nièvre)
A lovely way to discover Châtillon-en-Bazois, its small marina and its locks, as well as the Nivernais Canal, the surrounding villages and the countryside. A walk suitable for everyone, alternating between natural scenery and built-up areas, offering a fine overview of the area.
Walk along the canal
9.95 mi
+341 ft
-318 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Corbigny (Nièvre)
Walk starting from Corbigny along the Canal du Nivernais, returning via the paths of the Corbigny countryside.
Circular route and return via the canal to Mailly-le-Château
6.16 mi
+358 ft
-364 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Mailly-le-Château (Yonne)
Starting from the Mailly-le-Château viewpoint, this is a short, easy walk – a peaceful and straightforward route through the woods and along the canal.
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The Water and Wind Route in Clamecy
6.66 mi
+420 ft
-427 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Clamecy (Nièvre) (Nièvre)
In Clamecy, explore medieval houses, the Nivernais Canal, the River Yonne and more recent developments, such as the wind turbines.
"Romain Rolland" Writers’ Trail
Tourist office6.16 mi
+472 ft
-459 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Clamecy (Nièvre) (Nièvre)
Head up to the hills above Clamecy to discover another vantage point over the ‘Little Venice of the Nièvre’, as Romain Rolland liked to describe it.
Your gaze will first be drawn to the River Yonne, the statue of the raftsman and the Church of Notre-Dame-de-Bethléem, a reminder of the bishopric, which was exiled to Clamecy in the 13th century.
From Sembert, Clamecy and its medieval historic centre seem nestled amidst lush countryside, traversed by the River Yonne and the Nivernais Canal, one of the most beautiful canals in Europe.
The banks of the Yonne in Clamecy
4.62 mi
+167 ft
-161 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Clamecy (Nièvre) (Nièvre)
A lovely walk along the banks of the Yonne, the canal and the surroundings of Clamecy.This walk is based on the "Water and Wind Route" but is slightly shorter.
Between river and canal: a picturesque circular route starting from Bazarnes
Local authority1.86 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Bazarnes (Yonne)
Discover the charm of the Yonne valley with this circular route that’s accessible to everyone. Starting from the Bazarnes playground (an ideal spot for a picnic or for the children on the way back), this flat, shaded route takes you right up close to the water. You’ll first follow the unspoilt banks of the Yonne, before reaching the tranquillity of the Canal du Nivernais and its towpath. An ideal route for families to spot aquatic wildlife, watch boats passing through the locks and enjoy a moment of peace and quiet in the heart of nature.
Asnois route
7.22 mi
+371 ft
-381 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Asnois (Nièvre)
On this route, discover the richness of the local heritage. Walk through the Coteaux de Tannay vineyards and meet the winegrowers who produce this famous grape variety known as ‘Melon’. Follow the famous waterway, the Nivernais Canal, and with a bit of luck, as you round a lock, you’ll see a boat passing through. Discover the 13th-century Saint-Loup Church and the bust of Paul-Jean Rigollot, inventor of “Papier Rigollot”.