Route from Clémencey to L’Abergement in Frangy-en-Bresse

In the north-east of the Burgundian Bresse, Frangy-en-Bresse stretches from east to west for around 10 km. It shares a natural border with the Jura via the River Seille. A Natura 2000-designated wetland area, between the Seille and the Seillette, created for the preservation of wildlife, is particularly rich in bird and plant species. Along the trail, you can pass through the commune’s many hamlets and discover fortified houses and Bresse-style farmhouses.

Details

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 8.94 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 40 
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    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 31 m
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    Descent: - 30 m

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    Highest point: 202 m
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    Lowest point: 186 m

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Description of the walk

The start is near the town hall and the school. There is free parking. A ‘Balades Vertes’ sign shows the three marked routes in Frangy-en-Bresse, including the Clémencey to L’Abergement route marked FRA1.

(S/E) Turn right onto the D423 towards Charnay and continue for just over 1 km.

(1) At the bottom of Charnay, turn right onto the dirt track. Continue for 2 km southwards, keeping to the right at every junction you come to, following a stony path that winds through cultivated fields and meadows.

(2) Turn right onto the path leading to Route de Champfrenay.

(3) Continue right along the tarmac road to the Perriat crossroads.

(4) Turn left onto Chemin de la Perriat (tarmac road) then continue along the dirt track which passes in front of an old, isolated farmhouse. Continue to the junction with a road at a place called Villeneuve.

(5) Turn left, then take thefirst track on the right and continue to the D23.

(6) Cross the road (watch out for traffic) and take Chemin de Beauvoir opposite. Pass through a group of buildings and continue to the next junction on the right. The landscape consists of alternating meadows and farmland.

(7) At Beauvoir, turn right and walk to Chemin du Haut de Beauvoir.

(8) At the junction, turn right onto the dirt track that crosses meadows where it is not uncommon to come across dairy cows or Charolais cattle. Cross over a small stream called the Teuil.

(9) Back on the tarmac road, simply turn right onto Traverse du Bourg and head towards the town hall square, going round the school (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 198 m - Town Hall Square
  2. 1 : km 1.22 - alt. 188 m - Bas de Charnay
  3. 2 : km 3.26 - alt. 201 m - Les Bretins - Bois Mieux
  4. 3 : km 3.56 - alt. 199 m - Route de Champfrenay
  5. 4 : km 3.91 - alt. 199 m - La Perriat
  6. 5 : km 5.25 - alt. 197 m - Villeneuve
  7. 6 : km 6.23 - alt. 201 m - Route de Louhans (D23)
  8. 7 : km 7.11 - alt. 199 m - Beauvoir
  9. 8 : km 7.65 - alt. 199 m - Haut de Beauvoir
  10. 9 : km 8.4 - alt. 192 m - Crossing the village
  11. S/E : km 8.94 - alt. 198 m - Town Hall Square

Notes

Trainers or light walking shoes are sufficient.

The trail is signposted with directional signs (FRA1) and yellow markings.

Worth a visit

The trail winds through the fields. Depending on the season, you’ll see fields of yellow rapeseed, wheat fields or even maize fields. Two other routes have been created in the area: a 18.5 km “From Fields to Forests” route (FRA3 markings) and a 9.5 km “Via Les Casses” route (FRA2 markings).

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 5 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.8 / 5
Route interest
4.4 / 5
OT Bresse Bourguignonne
OT Bresse Bourguignonne

Hello,

Thank you for your feedback. We hope you still had a good time despite the minor navigation issues on the route.

Have a nice day

Mélise
Bresse Bourguignonne Tourist Office

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Robertino
Robertino

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : May 05, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

There weren't quite enough signs. We took a wrong turn because we relied on the route description.

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OT Bresse Bourguignonne
OT Bresse Bourguignonne
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Hello,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of this hike.
And we’re delighted that you enjoyed the Bresse countryside.

Have a lovely day

Mélise
Bresse Bourguignonne Tourist Office

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floboulay71
floboulay71

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 18, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

An interesting route for those of us who live in the area – straightforward, but with just the right amount of small roads and plenty of paths where you can let the dogs run free.

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OT Bresse Bourguignonne
OT Bresse Bourguignonne

Hello

Thank you for leaving a review. We’re delighted that you enjoyed this hike.
Have a lovely weekend

Mélise
Bresse Bourguignonne Tourist Office

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Wandeder
Wandeder

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 01, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant walk, mostly in the shade, through the Bresse countryside, along farm tracks

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OT Bresse Bourguignonne
OT Bresse Bourguignonne

Hello Marcous
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.

Have a nice day

Mélise
Bresse Bourguignonne Tourist Office

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Marcous
Marcous

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 07, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A lovely walk

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OT Bresse Bourguignonne
OT Bresse Bourguignonne

Hello mariclsimone

It’s true that all the rain over the last few days has made the paths quite wet and muddy, but it’s also done nature a world of good, bringing out some lovely spring colours.
We’re delighted that you enjoyed the hike.

Have a lovely day

Mélise
Bresse Bourguignonne Tourist Office

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mariclsimone
mariclsimone

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 17, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

a bit of mud at this time of year

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