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Chambérat walks
Mesples - Huriel
Association / Club / Walk leader
10.70 mi
+548 ft
-797 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Mesples (Allier)
In the footsteps of the Master Bell Ringers, between Berry and Bourbonnais, stage 6.
Huriel - Préveranges
26.87 mi
+1,690 ft
-1,322 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Huriel (Allier)
Second stage of the GRAVEL or mountain bike route based on the walking trail “In the Land of George Sand: In the Footsteps of the Master Bell Ringers between Berry and Bourbonnais”.
Huriel - Préveranges
19.28 mi
+1,060 ft
-712 ft
9h 45
Very difficult
Departure from Huriel (Allier)
In the footsteps of the Master Bell Ringers, stage7.
St Agatha’s Chapel
Visorando Member7.13 mi
+515 ft
-505 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Désiré (Allier)
This walk, which features some fairly steep terrain, will take you through the ancient heathland and then the steep-sided valley of La Queugne before reaching the top of the hill where the Chapel of Sainte-Agathe is situated.
The Ricros tour
6.88 mi
+285 ft
-276 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Domérat (Allier)
This route is particularly well suited to Nordic walking. The asphalt sections are kept to a minimum and the quality of the surface on the tracks allows for movements that make the exercise very interesting. In addition, this hike is suitable in all seasons. The route is of course also suitable for classic hiking.
The wine-growing villages of the Huriel region
5.59 mi
+509 ft
-509 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Huriel (Allier)
A nostalgic walk: you’ll explore a whole chapter of local history, with old vineyards and wine-growing villages dotted along the route.
Suitable for mountain biking, with a very technical section between (2) and (3).
From La Bartillatte to the church at Quinsaines
7.58 mi
+440 ft
-427 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Huriel (Allier)
A hike over hill and dale that takes you from the Bartillatte valley and its famous Roman bridge to the distinctive church of Quinssaines, perched on its rock.
This route is suitable for mountain bikes.
It can easily be shortened (see map and practical information).
The Saint-Martinien region
6.23 mi
+351 ft
-335 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Huriel (Allier)
A bucolic walk: little streams, sunken paths, meadows and copses, typical of the Bourbonnais countryside
This route is suitable for mountain biking, but features a very technical descent from the (11).
From the Roman bridge at Courtioux to the wind turbines at Savernat
6.31 mi
+449 ft
-453 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Huriel (Allier)
A hike along the paths, but also through the history of human achievements. From the Roman bridge at Courtioux to the wind turbines at Savernat, you will travel through nine centuries. You can also admire two sunken lanes characteristic of the Bourbonnais bocage. If you are observant, you will see the tracks of our ancestors' iron-wheeled carts and wagons engraved in the granite of the lane leading down from La Chaux. Another return to our heritage.
Along the Bartillatte
4.20 mi
+210 ft
-184 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martinien (Allier)
This is a lovely, short and easy walk that will delight all lovers of unspoilt landscapes. In the heart of the Bourbonnais countryside, you will enjoy the small shaded paths winding along the streams.
La Croix Cordeau (Sidiailles) - Mesples
9.46 mi
+932 ft
-768 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Sidiailles (Cher)
In the footsteps of the Master Bell Ringers between Berry and Bourbonnais, stage5.
Préveranges - Le Magny
31.87 mi
+1,952 ft
-2,513 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Préveranges (Cher)
Third stage of the GRAVEL or mountain bike route based on the walking trail "In the Footsteps of the Master Bell Ringers between Berry and Bourbonnais".
Passing by Paulo's
5.24 mi
+538 ft
-561 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Quinssaines (Allier)
This short hike will take you from the Quinssaines plateau to the village of Font Claude. Magnificent views of the towns of Montluçon, Huriel and Domérat. On the way back to the starting point, you will pass one of the last working vineyards in the region at Peuroir.
Around Lake Sidiailles
10.14 mi
+958 ft
-984 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Sidiailles (Cher)
Superb hike around Lake Sidiailles on the border between Cher and Allier.
You can combine this hike with the tree-top adventure course at the Nature Aventure du Lac de Sidiailles activity centre.
Préveranges - Sainte-Sévère
18.77 mi
+1,299 ft
-1,745 ft
9h 45
Very difficult
Departure from Préveranges (Cher)
In the footsteps of the Master Bell Ringers, stage8.
De croix en châteaux, sur les pas des Templiers
13.16 mi
+430 ft
-423 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Lamaids (Allier)
En partant de l'église templière de Lamaids, vous randonnerez entre Combraille bourbonnaise et Combraille creusoise. Le circuit est jalonné de châteaux, (le Fressineau, Bellefaye), de croix, de chapelles et d'églises , rappelant l'emprise des moines soldats, dans le pays.
The Croix des Oyardoux
6.22 mi
+466 ft
-453 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Prémilhat (Allier)
This walk, starting from Prémilhat church, is particularly well suited to Nordic walking, thanks to the quality of the paths. Along the way, you’ll come across the Croix des Oyardoux, restored in 2013 by Robert Perrot, which marks the junction of three former dioceses: Quinssaines, Teillet and Prémilhat.
The sheep of Bramefaim
7.08 mi
+410 ft
-413 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Quinssaines (Allier)
A walk perfectly suited to Nordic walking, along the beautiful paths of the Coursages communal lands. Certain landscapes—vast pastures bordered by fir trees, a shepherd, his sheep and his dogs (yes, really)—inevitably bring to mind a painting from the Barbizon School.
Culan - The Viaduct and "Roman" Bridge
Tourist office1.86 mi
+151 ft
-180 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Culan (Cher)
This route allows you to discover the old part of the village of Culan. On a clear day, you can see not only the château but also the surrounding countryside from the viaduct. A short route to discover throughout the seasons...
From Bois de la Brosse to Bois de Languistre
4.84 mi
+200 ft
-207 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Lavault-Sainte-Anne (Allier)
Near Montluçon, this walk will allow you to discover one of the heritage sites of Lavault-Sainte-Anne: close to the route lies a former hospital (La Charité), which was bequeathed by Viscount Pailloux to the town at the start of the 20th century (for further information, see the town hall’s website).This walk is easy to follow as there is very little elevation gain, and it can be enjoyed in any season.
Around Lignerolles in the Allier 