Vineyards and valleys in Chassey-le-Camp, seen from the village of Valotte

A lovely walk with breathtaking views of the hillsides and hamlets amongst the vineyards, including the famous Maranges and other equally prestigious estates. It also takes you through a Neolithic site listed as a historic monument (Le Chasséen).

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 6.16 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 3h 40 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 948 ft
  • ↘
    Descent: - 948 ft

  • ▲
    Highest point: 1,424 ft
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 781 ft

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Description of the walk

Start and finish at the lower end of the hamlet of Valotte, with its many winegrowers’ houses.

(S/E) Walk 200 m uphill towards the centre of the hamlet (GRP® yellow and red markings), then turn right and stay on Rue des Puits. At the crossroads near a cross, turn left.

(1) At the junction, with views of Santenay and other vineyards, stay on theGRP® by turning left.

(2) At the junction, with views of Les Maranges and the Dheune valley, continue along theGRP® path, heading down to the right. You’ll come to a road (with views of the Côte de Nantoux and the Chassey valley).

(3) Follow it to the left, then continue along the path. You’ll reach a junction.

(4) Follow theGRP® to the right and walk for about 3 km, along the ridge and down the hillside. Halfway along the ridge, you’ll pass an ancient Neolithic settlement. At the end, you’ll rejoin the tarmac road; carry on straight ahead to reach a junction (view of the hamlet and Chamilly Castle).

(5) Turn left towards Chassey and Bercully, and follow this road for about 2 km.

(6) After the cemetery, at the bend in the road to the right, head up to the left. You’ll come back to the junction you passed on the way out.

(4) Turn left, then immediately right onto the ridge path, and return to a junction you’ve already passed on the way there.

(2) Follow the route back in the opposite direction to return to the car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 781 ft - Lower part of the village of Valotte
  2. 1 : mi 0.46 - alt. 912 ft - Junction
  3. 2 : mi 0.73 - alt. 1,056 ft - Junction
  4. 3 : mi 0.94 - alt. 938 ft - Road junction
  5. 4 : mi 1.3 - alt. 1,201 ft - Junction common to both the outward and return journeys
  6. 5 : mi 3.29 - alt. 1,073 ft - Chamilly
  7. 6 : mi 4.62 - alt. 1,020 ft - Chassey-le-Camp
  8. S/E : mi 6.16 - alt. 781 ft - Lower part of the village of Valotte

Reviews and comments

4.3 / 5
Based on 3 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.3 / 5
Ease of following the route
4 / 5
Route interest
4.7 / 5
NanaDidi
NanaDidi

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 01, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A superb walk offering plenty of scenic views, not to mention a visit to the Neolithic settlement.
GPS recommended

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bouledjouidja rabah
bouledjouidja rabah

Hello
I’m glad you enjoyed this walk.
Enjoy the rest of your walk...

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Gilles HERIOT
Gilles HERIOT

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 11, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A walk of less than 3 hours with beautiful panoramic views. The only downside was a tick – I had to walk through tall grass at the end of the route, despite wearing long trousers.

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bouledjouidja rabah
bouledjouidja rabah

Hello
Glad you enjoyed it and that you didn’t get lost (sic).
As someone who’s used to going on walks, I can usually work out the best routes, but you’re right – sometimes it would be more reassuring to have more information (signs) on the spot.
That said, it’s a region steeped in (wine-growing) history, and I certainly intend to return.
All the best, and greetings from Belfort (90000).

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bernard barberet
bernard barberet

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : May 13, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Regarding points 2 and 3, it would be necessary to provide more details on the route to follow, as the signposting along the way is either missing or confusing.
Enjoy the beautiful views!!

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