Flavignerot walks

Discover the Rentes de Chamerey, Écotois and Leuzeu farms starting from Flavignerot. A short and different variation on the Rentes route. A completely shaded route with smooth trails and relatively gentle slopes will allow for easy progress that is accessible to most people.

A walk through wooded hills and vineyards, passing through four renowned wine-growing villages.

This route starts from Flavignerot and links the various ‘rentes’ (isolated farmsteads) in the western Dijon region It thus links Mont Afrique, the ‘Rente Neuve’, the ‘Rente de Chamerey’, the ‘Rente de la Reppe’, the village of Clémencey, the ‘Rente des Écotois’ and the ‘Rente du Leuzeu’. It offers the chance to explore the beautiful, unspoilt landscapes of the western Dijon region, a vast limestone plateau dominated by Mont Afrique at an altitude of 600 metres, deeply carved by numerous wild valleys.

The classic trail for a tour of Mont Afrique via the rampart walk. With little elevation gain, beautiful panoramic views and several military structures from the Séré-de-Rivières line, this is an ideal hike for training or getting back into the swing of things!

Short hike to discover the Fontaine du Naizou and the village of Flavignerot.

A circular loop through the woods to (re)discover this famous monument in the Dijon region, which has undergone a beautifully executed restoration. And beautiful views of the Dijon region and the Ouche valley. A very pleasant walk on a full moon night.

This hike, which includes a steep climb (called the Montée du Ouf by hikers from Dijon), allows you to discover the historic Leuzeu farm, which is very well equipped for hikers, and Mont Afrique, one of the highest points in the Côte d'Or.

A very short walk in this valley, well known to the people of Dijon. The route is through open woodland on a wide path. There is a long descent, then a return trip with a short, steep climb at the apiary. Very good signposting. Several other routes are available in the area.

Starting from the Couchey orientation table, a route above the Vaulon, Pévenelle and Semetrot valleys. Particularly recommended in summer when it is hot. This route is in the middle of the forest with views over the entire Dijon plain and Mont Blanc, weather permitting.

This walk, starting from the car park by the Couchey orientation table, takes you around the tops of the Vaulon, Semetrot and Pévenelle valleys. There are several viewpoints for walkers to enjoy, amidst forests, cliffs and limestone meadows dotted with flowers in spring.

A challenging hike with elevation gain, ideal for preparing for mountain races.

Set off from the village of Clémencey on a walk that winds its way along forest tracks and less well-trodden paths, taking in four iconic sites. The route first leads to the Leuzeu farm, a former monastic barn that became a key centre of the Burgundian Resistance in 1944, before climbing towards the Col de la Mialle (or ‘Maille’ according to the IGN), then on to the Col de la Toppe, traversing nearly two kilometres of woodland. The circular route ends at the Rente de Chamerey, one of those isolated farms typical of the Dijon region. A varied route, combining rural heritage, history and unspoilt nature, along trails that are sometimes technical but always offer a change of scenery.

A circular route around Gouville Castle takes you along the Vergy path, where you can admire the Combe des Grands Vaux, before returning via a good footpath to the Crosne spring, which flows from a small cliff.

A short, easy route in Combe à la Serpent, taking in its main attractions: the Aviators' Memorial, the dry stone apiary, two springs and numerous cadoles. The little path along the Bressey hillside is particularly spectacular!

This circuit will take you on a route that will allow you to discover pretty valleys and charming woodland paths near Dijon.

A route with a significant elevation gain but few technical sections. Some steep climbs, steep descents and flat sections. The route is perfectly signposted.

Walk on the Velars-sur-Ouche plateau, on the border with Plombières-lès-Dijon, through woods and farmland, with sections through four valleys. The Fontenotte and Tuilerie springs are on the route.

A short walk along the Félix Batier path, which can be summed up as follows: a mix of flat sections, ascents and descents, steep climbs and steep descents. The descent into the Brochon valley and the ascent on the opposite side should be tackled with caution. A route not to be undertaken with children.

Depart from Fixin towards Chamerey then Ecotois, return via Chamerey then Fixey. A mainly forest route.

Some pleasant stopping points, including the Cents Marches de Fixin, the Chamerey Rent with views of Chamboeuf, and the Col de la Toppe.

This a short pleasant walk, mostly in the shady forest with just a modest amount of climbing. There is a fascinating historic connection in that one of Napoleon’s grenadier guards, Noisot, created in his own name the Parc Noisot and the associated walks, waymarked with symbols of Napoleons’ Russian, Egyptian and Italian military campaigns. This guide is for the longer but most fulfilling route – the Russian route. About halfway along is a staircase of 100 steps marking the number of days Napoleon took to regain power after release from first captivity. The walk is also of geological interest, being part of the Combe de Fixin. The meaning of Combe is a narrow gorge, ravine or small valley often containing a mixture of limestone, cliff faces, and forestry, leading to a plateau, but with no significant water course, with similarity to the Combes in England such as Ilfracombe. The excellent Tourist Office in the nearby and famous Gevry Chambertin can tell you more.

There are a number of interesting places to visit, including the 100 Fixin steps ('Cent Marches des Fixin') and the top of the Combe Lavaux ridges.

Pass through the Cent Marches de Fixin (100 steps), then head for the top of the Combe de Fixey on the south side, then on the north side to descend through the vineyards.

You can explore the superb Combe Durey from within, as well as discover countless varieties of mushrooms.

This trail will take you to the 100 steps of Brochon and its valley and springs, and then the 100 steps of Fixin and its valley.

A circular route starting from Fleurey-sur-Ouche which, running alongside the Burgundy Canal, takes us to Pont de Pany before heading up towards La Chassagne (golf course, castle, farm and private aerodrome) to reach the archaeological site of Mediolanum. Return via the outskirts of Mâlain and Ancey, before heading back down to Fleurey through the Combe Jardin and the Bois de Morcueil.

Combe d'Arvaux, known as Combe aux Mammouths, with its Cave aux Loups.

A circular route starting from Fleurey-sur-Ouche that leads to two plateaus via the Cave aux Loups, a ruined feudal castle belonging to the Dukes of Burgundy, the Chapelle Saint-Louis, the Château de Lantenay and the Viaduc de Fain, before returning via the suburbs of Velars-sur-Ouche and the banks of the Ouche.

This lovely walk, starting from the cemetery in Fleurey-sur-Ouche, will take you along the Roches d’Orgère path, through the grassy areas bordering the Combe de Beuchail and the Ouche Valley. Along the way, you can admire the mushroom-shaped Pierre qui Vire. You’ll also climb to the summit of Cocheron Hill and walk through the Combe du Sène, amongst woods and fields. Along the way, there are some lovely views over the Ouche Valley and the villages of Malain, Ancey, Lantenay and, of course, Fleurey-sur-Ouche. Halfway through the walk, along Rue de la Croix Saint-Pierre and Rue du Colombier, you’ll spot an old winegrower’s house, as well as a few other very distinctive houses that blend perfectly into their natural surroundings.

This lovely walk, starting from the Fleurey-sur-Ouche cemetery, will take you to the summit of the Colline du Cocheron and into the Combe du Sène, through woods and fields, with some lovely views of the Ouche valley, the hamlets of Malain, Ancey, Lantenay, and of course Fleurey-sur-Ouche, seen from above. At the start of the walk, along Rue de la Croix Saint-Pierre and Rue du Colombier, you’ll spot an old winegrower’s house, as well as a few very distinctive houses that blend perfectly into their natural surroundings.