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Drevant walks
Grand Tertre loop starting from Drevant
Visorando Member
5.83 mi
+295 ft
-295 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Drevant (Cher)
Climb up to the Grand Tertre, the last foothills of the Massif Central, which offers exceptional views of the Auvergne mountains on a clear day. Descend and follow the Canal de Berry before returning to the Petite Cité de Caractère of Drevant.
La Tranchasse - Coust Pond
Tourist office
4.85 mi
+125 ft
-98 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Colombiers (Cher) (Cher)
Construction of the Canal de Berry began around 1808 on the initiative of Napoleon I and was completed in 1841. It took its current name, "Canal de Berry", in 1830. Its creation required, among other things, the installation of 115 locks, one every three kilometres. It consists of three branches that meet at Fontblisse, which is point 0. Many barges used to travel along it, transporting grain, wood and iron ore. The canal was decommissioned in 1955.
Coust Pond - Charenton
5.04 mi
+305 ft
-233 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Colombiers (Cher) (Cher)
The commune of Coust is located south of the Cher, on the border between Berry and Bourbonnais in the Chignon valley. In the past, the stream fed a large pond between Pied de Coust and the church. It turned the wheels of the mills at Touzelles and Petit Paris before reaching the Rouchat mill. In the past, this stream was essential for Saint-Amand as it fed the moats of Montrond Castle and then those of the Saint-Amand-sous-Montrond enclosure.
Virlay - La Tranchasse
7.09 mi
+43 ft
-33 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Amand-Montrond (Cher)
In Saint-Amand-Montrond, Lake Virlay is a popular spot for walkers and sailing enthusiasts. The streets of Saint-Amand are perfect for a leisurely stroll and lead you to the Chemin de ronde de la Forteresse de Montrond. Follow the Canal de Berry and discover the Gallo-Roman theatre in Drevant and the Pont Canal de la Tranchasse.
Noirlac Abbey - Lake Virlay
4.84 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Bruère-Allichamps (Cher)
On the banks of the Cher, Noirlac Abbey watches over its wooded countryside, which has been cultivated by Cistercian monks since the12th century.Still used for livestock farming, this area has retained its original landscape with its meadows surrounded by hedges. The hundred-year-old oak trees, wet meadows and ponds create a rare bocage landscape and protect 427 species.
Founded in 1150, Noirlac Abbey is one of the most complete Cistercian sites in Europe.Today, it is a cultural centre and meeting place.
Les Pics in the commune of Urçay
4.66 mi
+331 ft
-344 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Urçay (Allier)
This walk offers panoramic views of the Cher Valley and the partially filled-in Berry Canal. Start from the car park at Urçay church.The route is partially marked with yellow lines.
Charenton - Saint-Bonnet-Tronçais
7.02 mi
+322 ft
-190 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Charenton-du-Cher (Cher)
The Tronçais national forest is famous for the quality of its oak trees. It produces wood that is particularly prized for making barrels in which the finest French wines are aged. Its age and history make Tronçais the emblem of France's great national forests.
La Celle - Noirlac Abbey
4.13 mi
+82 ft
-167 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from La Celle (Cher) (Cher)
In Bruère-Allichamps, a stone topped with the French flag marks the geographical centre of France.Until the4th century, this stone showed Roman legions the right direction and bears the following inscription:Happy Augustus, Tribune for thethird time, Father of the Fatherland - Proconsul. Leagues: 14 from Bourges (Avaricum) 12 from Châteaumeillant (Mediolanum) 25 from Neris
Circular path and switchbacks from Meaulne to Urçay
9.73 mi
+531 ft
-558 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Meaulne (Allier)
This long walk will take you through unexpected and sometimes surprising landscapes. It is an extended version of circular walks already on offer, such as: La Boucle du Vernet and La Boucle d’Urçay. The greenway, recently upgraded with cycle and footpaths, forms part of the route and lends a very special atmosphere to the end of the walk.
From Meillant to La Celle
5.08 mi
+171 ft
-151 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Meillant (Cher)
First stage of the hike from Meillant to the Tronçais Forest.
Meillant to Tronçais path
38.05 mi
+1,070 ft
-896 ft
7 days
Moderate
Departure from Meillant (Cher)
Leaving Meillant, you will pass through La Celle, Bruère, Saint-Amand-Montrond, Drevant, Colombiers, Coust and Charenton-du-Cher before finally reaching the Saint-Bonnet pond in the Tronçais forest (Allier).
Discover the heart of France and its landscapes, as well as Meillant Castle, Noirlac Abbey, Virlay Lake, the Berry Canal and the Marmande Valley.
Urçay circular starting from Le Vernet
6.84 mi
+472 ft
-453 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Meaulne (Allier)
This circular walk will take you along hidden paths and through secluded hamlets – real hidden gems – in the communes of Meaulne, La Perche and Urçay.
On the heights of Meaulne-Vitray
4.50 mi
+272 ft
-246 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Meaulne (Allier)
This walk follows local roads and paths accessible to most people. You will pass through the Tronçais National Forest and walk along the paths of the Bourbonnais bocage.
Paths through the two villages and forest tracks starting from Meaulne-Vitray
9.44 mi
+469 ft
-449 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Meaulne (Allier)
These two villages now form a single municipality. As you make your way from one village to the other, you’ll discover little-known paths that contrast with the wide, straight forest tracks of the Tronçais Forest. Nevertheless, these long forest tracks will surprise you with the varied landscapes offered by the Tronçais Forest at every stage of its management.