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Chard walks
Chemin des Trois Communes starting from Chard
Tourist office
4.62 mi
+486 ft
-509 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Chard (Creuse)
The three-village trail will take you from the village of Chard to the village of Lioux-les-Monges, where you can enjoy beautiful views and visit the Jardin de la Cure. You will finish the hike by crossing the village of Châtelard. Hiking information sheet available from the Auzances tourist office (Place du Marché).
Auzances - La Mérodie
3.73 mi
+492 ft
-512 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Auzances (Creuse)
Set off to explore the town of Auzances and the village of La Mérodie. Hiking information sheet available from the Auzances Tourist Office (Place du Marché).
Drouille woods circuit from Courdemanges (yellow markings)
Local authority3.65 mi
+246 ft
-230 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Charron (Creuse) (Creuse)
Stroll through the Drouille Forest along small paths. Enjoy the magnificent undergrowth and admire several crosses along the way, including the imposing stone cross of Courdemanges.
La Vergnade circuit from Courdemanges (yellow markings)
7.67 mi
+617 ft
-633 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Charron (Creuse) (Creuse)
Starting from Courdemanges, this is a magnificent, well-maintained walk through woodland. Note the recent restoration of an old weighbridge, magnificent views and the imposing Croix Tontus in the village of Courdemanges.
Circular Coux in Auzances
Visorando Member2.52 mi
+213 ft
-220 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Auzances (Creuse)
A short, shaded circular loop between woods and meadows, hilly, consisting of very passable dirt tracks and very small roads used by locals. During the walk, you will pass a small pond with tables and benches. Horses may be present on the route.
Arle Circuit (blue markings)
5.96 mi
+551 ft
-541 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Charron (Creuse) (Creuse)
A beautiful hike at the gateway to Auvergne, discovering the small heritage sites and landscapes of Creuse. Discover the flora and fauna of our countryside and stop at pretty viewpoints.
The Huit Croix (eight crosses)
7.31 mi
+850 ft
-856 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Vergheas (Puy-de-Dôme)
A hike between rivers and woodland hills, in the Combrailles region.
Saint-Martin circuit in Charron (yellow markings)
2.57 mi
+318 ft
-315 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Charron (Creuse) (Creuse)
This hike offers the chance to discover several wooden statues, magnificent views and various examples of local heritage. You will also pass through the village of Charron with its church and imposing war memorial.
Pampeluze route from Charron
5.78 mi
+587 ft
-610 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Charron (Creuse) (Creuse)
A circular walk starting from the village. This is a pretty path through woods and meadows with a few hills. A pleasant surprise awaits you on the last four kilometres, where wooden statues have been placed along the route.
The Jean Guitton Trail in Champagnat
6.58 mi
+656 ft
-659 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Champagnat (Creuse)
This walk follows the paths once taken by Jean Guitton during his holidays in the Creuse at the Château de Fournoux. Hiking map available from the Auzances tourist office (Place du Marché).
Champagnat Woods via the Croix du Loup
4.94 mi
+472 ft
-472 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Champagnat (Creuse)
Starting from the village, this circular route will take you to the Croix du Loup and allow you to explore the woods of Champagnat. On a clear day, you can see the Massif du Sancy and the Puy de Dôme.
Please note that this route is not signposted. So make sure you have the description with you.
Circular loop via the Roman road to Néoux
4.72 mi
+427 ft
-410 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Néoux (Creuse)
Starting from Néoux, this is a short, easy circular family walk along pleasant paths and part of a Roman road, the Sentier de César, through woods and meadows. The route is designed to avoid roads as far as possible.
The Sioulet Gorges
4.49 mi
+387 ft
-390 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Pontaumur (Puy-de-Dôme)
Leaving the village of Pontaumur, you will discover the Sioulet, a tributary of the Sioule and a paradise for trout fishermen. The wild gorges will delight lovers of unspoilt nature.
Circular Chezotte in Reterre
2.45 mi
+75 ft
-105 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Reterre (Creuse)
A circular loop through the pastures of the Creuse countryside. Alternating between paths and very small roads. Beautiful views of the countryside. No shade, so avoid this walk in hot weather.
Around the ponds near Flayat
4.27 mi
+171 ft
-194 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Flayat (Creuse)
During this walk, you will discover some of the many ponds in the commune of Flayat.
You are in a mushroom-rich area and the landscape is spectacular in autumn when the trees are ablaze with colour and reflected in the ponds.
Walk south of Peyrat-la-Nonière
6.42 mi
+279 ft
-312 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Peyrat-la-Nonière (Creuse)
A pleasant little circular, best done on a spring day. The embankments are bursting with wildflowers: orchids, forget-me-nots, Solomon's seals, chickweed, garlic mustard, crosswort, Persian speedwell, bright pink campion... a riot of colour! This is an easy, countryside walk that's perfect for families. There are a few ponds and two pretty castles to discover along the way.