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A glimpse of the meanders of the Yonne at Châtel-Censoir
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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.
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!
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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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.
Loop west of Vézelay
10.10 mi
+856 ft
-856 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Vézelay (Yonne)
A gentle hike starting from the town of Vézelay and heading west. The end of the hike offers a spectacular view of the historic centre and the basilica. The hike is mainly on forest paths. No difficulties to be expected.
Route around the marshes of Druyes-les-Belles-Fontaines
7.82 mi
+456 ft
-456 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Andryes (Yonne)
This hike allows you to observe a rich variety of flora and fauna, with numerous wild flowers and many birds in the Druyes Marsh Observatory, as well as beautiful landscapes in the forest.
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.
"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.
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 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.
Discovering Arcy-sur-Cure and its prehistoric caves
7.57 mi
+636 ft
-646 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Arcy-sur-Cure (Yonne)
In the heart of the Cure valley, this route allows you to discover the typical Burgundian village of Arcy-sur-Cure, famous for its caves, which are classified as an archaeological site of national interest. You can visit them during your walk. The route offers beautiful views of the meandering Cure river.
This hike is recommended by the municipality of Arcy-sur-Cure and Yonne Tourisme and has been certified by the Yonne departmental committee of the FFRP (French Federation of Hiking and Rambling).
Circular route from Saint-Moré to Arcy-sur-Cure
6.31 mi
+630 ft
-656 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Arcy-sur-Cure (Yonne)
A beautiful walk between Arcy-sur-Cure and Saint-Moré via Nailly and the old oak tree of Saint-Moré.
Tour de Bessy via Croix Roubier
6.47 mi
+371 ft
-384 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Bessy-sur-Cure (Yonne)
Hike around Bessy-sur-Cure, featuring a variety of landscapes including meadows, fields, forests and riverbanks.
Tour of the Vézelay vineyards on the right bank of the Cure
6.86 mi
+679 ft
-663 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Père (Yonne) (Yonne)
This route allows you to discover part of the Vézelay vineyard. It covers 120 hectares in the communes of Asquins, Saint-Père, Tharoiseau and Vézelay. During this hike, you can enjoy numerous views of Vézelay Basilica and the Morvan countryside.And don't leave Saint-Père without visiting the church and the Salt Springs site.
Circular starting from Saint-Père
11.10 mi
+928 ft
-932 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Père (Yonne) (Yonne)
Hike starting from the small village of Saint-Père, with a visit to the stunning Notre-Dame church, a masterpiece of Burgundian Gothic architecture, passing by the two bridges of Pierre-Perthuis and the Pierre Percée site overlooking the Cure valley. On the way back, there is an alternative route along the Cure, then an ascent towards the vineyards with views of Vézelay.
Tour of the Vézelien vineyards on the left bank of the Cure river
7.04 mi
+925 ft
-925 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Père (Yonne) (Yonne)
This route allows you to discover part of the Vézelay vineyard. There are 120 hectares of vineyards in the communes of Asquins, Saint-Père, Tharoiseau and Vézelay. During this walk, you'll discover numerous viewpoints over the basilica and the town of Vézelay. Take the opportunity to visit the medieval village of Vézelay, its basilica and ramparts.
The Andryes' Marsh path
2.40 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Andryes (Yonne)
Marked hike n°62.
This site located in the void diagonal, as some like to say, conceals many assets.
If, with the help of agricultural machinery, the search for productivity was the goal in the middle of the 20th century, it has not led to the expected results. Today, it is towards a restoration of biodiversity that we are moving. The fauna and flora are gradually returning.
Discovering this heritage also helps to educate children.
Superb educational walk!
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.
Bois de la Faine
Association / Club / Walk leader7.01 mi
+449 ft
-446 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Courson-les-Carrières (Yonne)
Waymarked route N°48.
A beautiful woodland walk on this limestone plateau, even if at the start you need to take a little road to reach the Bois de la Faine and beyond. The forest we pass through is rich in species of wood and specimens of oak and beech, and is no match for the nearby Forêt de Frétoy.
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”.
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.
La Fontaine Morte
6.08 mi
+551 ft
-545 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Val-de-Mercy (Yonne)
Marked route No. 92.The first section winds its way through cherry orchards and vineyards with some beautiful views, followed by a second section through woodland.
On the River Cure via Pierre-Perthuis
4.24 mi
+3 ft
-43 ft
1.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Domecy-sur-Cure (Yonne)
A tributary of the Yonne, the Cure is an iconic river of the Morvan. This river descent, by kayak or canoe, takes place amidst woodland and meadows, close to villages with a rich heritage.
Please disregard the elevation gain shown: this is indeed a river descent.
L'Ardille
7.80 mi
+817 ft
-804 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Migé (Yonne)
Marked route No. 97.From hills to valleys, the views alternate between cherry orchards, vineyards and the plateaus of the Yonne. Spring and autumn offer beautiful shades of colour.
Le Bois Joly
4.89 mi
+397 ft
-417 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Migé (Yonne)
Marked path n°32
Alternating ups and downs among the orchards, vineyards and crops. Beautiful views over the valley and the hillsides of Yonne.
Merry-Sec and its wash houses
5.63 mi
+509 ft
-509 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Merry-Sec (Yonne)
Marked route No. 49.
The name of the village of Merry-Sec is certainly misleading! Admittedly, there is little water on the surface, but there are so many springs and wash houses along this route.
Along the Cure river past the old bridge at Pierre-Perthuis
5.84 mi
+623 ft
-620 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Domecy-sur-Cure (Yonne)
From the charming village of Cure, after crossing the Bois de l'Épenay, you arrive at the beautiful site of Pierre-Perthuis, with its 18th-century arched bridge overlooked by the more recent road bridge. You then climb up the River Cure through the undergrowth. A steep climb leads to a superb viewpoint over the valley. A diversion to the statue of Notre-Dame de la Lumière and another viewpoint precedes the descent to the starting village.
The washhouses of Coulangeron
7.51 mi
+922 ft
-912 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Coulangeron (Yonne)
The springs and washhouses without forgetting the Château and the Chapel of Chéry will be the most important heritage sites to discover for this outing. Throughout this route, alternation between valleys and hills where points of view are numerous.