Between the Bois du Sorbier and the Bois Redon

The hike takes place on tracks and single tracks in the undergrowth and sometimes on beautiful paved paths, sheltered from the wind as it is exposed on the southern slope of Bois Redon. The route is mostly shaded and passes through mainly oak forests.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 6.90 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 20 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 140 m
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    Descent: - 140 m

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    Highest point: 245 m
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    Lowest point: 116 m

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Description of the walk

As the route is circular, the start is on the left-hand side of the D358, about 2 km after the Pont de la Conchias bridge in the direction of Bidon. Enter the car park slowly due to a dip between the road and the verge.

(S/E) From the car park, take the path at the back of the car park until you reach a T-junction. Turn left, walk about 100 metres and you will reach another junction.

(1) Turn right onto the path heading south, then take the single track on the right 150 metres further on. Stay on this track until you reach a crossroads marked by a large cypress tree.

(2) Continue on the right-hand trail to head north and then west until you reach a three-way junction near a field on your right.

(3) Turn left, heading west, and stay on this path, leaving the tracks you encounter on either side, following the high-voltage power line on your left. You will reach a fork near a road (D358).

(4) Take the path on the right, heading south-east, and continue straight ahead until you reach a small path.

(5) Turn left, heading north, cross a road perpendicularly and continue straight ahead, staying on the same track until you reach a cross path.

(6) Continue right on the path, heading east. Follow it straight ahead until you reach a small road.

(7) Go down to the right and, at the D358, take the path opposite that starts to the right of the road. Walk along a wall on your right and, at the three-way junction that follows, go right, walk along the vineyards and rejoin the route you have already taken.

(1) Turn right and follow the same route back to the car park on the edge of the D358 (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 167 m - Car park on the edge of the D358
  2. 1 : km 0.42 - alt. 148 m - T-junction A/R
  3. 2 : km 1.22 - alt. 131 m - Approach the crossroads by going around the cypress tree.
  4. 3 : km 1.93 - alt. 145 m - Crossroads of three trails
  5. 4 : km 3.08 - alt. 190 m - Fork in the road near a road.
  6. 5 : km 3.47 - alt. 169 m - Fourche
  7. 6 : km 4.65 - alt. 245 m - Crossing path
  8. 7 : km 6.02 - alt. 154 m - Road
  9. S/E : km 6.9 - alt. 167 m - Car park on the edge of the D358

Notes

There are no particular difficulties, the slight incline is slow and gradual, making this an easy hike that is accessible to all. Walking poles are not essential, depending on your hiking habits.
There are very few visible markings (white and yellow) on this route, so if in doubt, follow the description and GPS track.

The car park is large enough to accommodate large groups.

Some sections of the main tracks can be very sunny in summer, so bring a hat.

Be careful on the side of the road below the D358 when entering the car park.

There are no water sources along the route.

Worth a visit

There are several dolmens along the Bidon road, mainly on the right-hand side.
Saint-Ferréol Chapel is approximately 1.2 km from the route.
You can reach the Chapel of Chalon via theGR®42, which you will cross at (4) and (6).

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

Reviews and comments

4.8 / 5
Based on 7 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.9 / 5
Route interest
4.9 / 5
Gilbert.
Gilbert.
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Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 10, 2025
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Pleasant once you've found the famous car park, which is a bit lost in the middle of everything.

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josifer
josifer

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 22, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A pleasant hike that can easily be done in an afternoon.
The group I was accompanying was delighted with the well-shaded trails.

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Carillion
Carillion

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 03, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

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Rodger0è
Rodger0è

Good evening
Thank you for your kind comment.
Roger

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mancusoagnes
mancusoagnes

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 03, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant walk with no difficulty, with a beautiful shaded section. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.

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Happy Walker
Happy Walker

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 20, 2024
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful hike, mainly through woodland.
Halfway between points 5 and 6, we left the trail that climbs up, turning left onto another trail and then through the scrubland to the GR, which we crossed to take another trail to point 6. This is a 500m detour. This passage is not shown on the maps but is clearly visible in satellite mode.
Thanks to the author.

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Rodger0è
Rodger0è

Good evening
I'm very glad you enjoyed the hike.
Roger

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ericelec
ericelec

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 30, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A simple but really pleasant hike through the woods, with two pretty ruins, a shed with a large cistern (be careful not to fall in), and above all the Redon wooden farmhouse – what a view and what peace and quiet!
I searched the internet in vain for information about its inhabitants and why it was abandoned. We saw traces of fire inside. If you have any information, I'd love to hear it. Thanks again, also from my neighbour, who was recovering from an injury.

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JLC30
JLC30

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 03, 2024
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

An easy and enjoyable hike. At point 2, we made a round trip to the St Ferréol chapel (which is on private land). There are some beautiful views, particularly between points 6 and 7. I can confirm that you need to take care when accessing the car park. I can also confirm the practical information.
Thank you for this hike.

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