Fontaine-la-Gaillarde walks

This circular walk, which presents no major difficulties, offers varied and picturesque scenery (open views and woodland) along minor roads, tracks and forest paths.

This easy circular walk follows clear paths that skirt the village of Villiers-Louis, allowing you to explore its church and the surrounding countryside.

A long walk through the countryside around Les Clérimois, with a stop in each hamlet and at the Saint-Hubert Chapel.

This route, which alternates between sections through woodland, along stream banks and across fields, offers sunshine in autumn and cool shade in summer. It takes us on a journey of discovery through Malay-le-Grand and the Vanne aqueduct. A good opportunity to remember that some of the watercourses in the Sénonais region supply Paris with drinking water.

This lovely route, which runs largely through woodland, presents no major difficulties, despite a fairly steep climb at the start and end of the walk. It offers fine views over the Vanne valley and the Eaux de Paris aqueduct, as well as the Yonne valley, where, against the backdrop of the Côte de Paron and the distinctive silhouette of Sens Cathedral (Saint-Étienne), stands the first Gothic cathedral ever built.

From Chigy (Les Vallées de la Vanne) to Pont-sur-Vanne, this trail passes through natural sites included in the European Natura 2000 network, which recognises the richness of their flora and fauna. The dry grasslands on chalk offer significant and unique floral diversity. The view over the Vanne valley is breathtaking. Information boards along the route explain the site’s natural riches.

From park to garden, this family-orientated circuit will help you discover the many beautifully maintained green spaces in the city of Sens.

Reserved for experienced cyclists, this challenging circular route between Sens and Villeneuve-sur-Yonne follows mainly cycle paths and small country lanes and features some steep gradients.

This lovely route, winding through villages, fields and forests, will take you on a journey of discovery through the Gaillarde Valley, to the east of Sens.

Set off on a route through Sens’ historic town centre to discover the many tourist attractions of this beautiful town.

This lovely route, which largely follows a cycle path known as the “Coulée Verte”, takes you round the town of Sens. Allotments, Parc du Moulin à Tan, the towpath along the River Yonne: these are all familiar sights to the people of Sens, which walkers will have the chance to discover for themselves.

From Vareilles, discover the beautiful Champs-Fêtu forest, reforested at the end of the 18th century. You will walk along the wild boar park and arrive at the old Champ-Fêtu farm and its 35-metre giant sequoia.

All around this route, you will find signs with QR codes telling you about the history of the places you encounter.

Discover the village of La Postolle: the Church of Saint Joseph and Saint Fiacre, the Bollée windmill built in 1898, and its remarkable trees.

A walk through the Vareilles Valley to Vaudeurs along a quiet little road, then back via the hilltop hamlets surrounding this pretty valley. A few disused wells along the route, a Bollée windmill and a medieval tower, the Salazar Tower.

A lovely cycle ride that takes in some interesting paths at the start of the Champagne Crayeuse (Natura 2000 site) and along the River Vanne.A ride between the Pays d’Othe and the Champagne Crayeuse. A beautiful viewpoint halfway along the route, overlooking the Vanne Valley as far as the eye can see.

A short, flat, easy walk or cycle (suitable for all types of bikes).Along the way, you’ll discover, amongst other things: the Ferme des Prés (a listed dovecote), the Ru de Vareilles, the village of Pont-sur-Vanne, the old railway line from Sens to Troyes, the Vanne (a Category 1 river), the Paris water pumping station in Chigy, the Lavoir à Moutons, the narrow streets of Chigy, the Fontaine Saint-Léger, and the church in Vareilles.

A walk around Vaumort, taking in its church, the Vallimaurais goat farm and the ‘Pierre aux Sorciers’ menhir, before heading up towards the forest and the Vaumartin valley.

This walk is the third section of the Via Burgundia®, which crosses Burgundy from Montereau-Fault-Yonne to Mâcon and is divided into three stages: the Yonne stage, the Morvan stage and, finally, the Southern Burgundy stage. It is an interesting stage which, for the most part, overlooks the Yonne valley, offering beautiful views. The landscapes are varied and often open. You’ll walk through fields and meadows, as well as a few woodlands. The route features some gentle inclines, which add to the enjoyment of the walk. Arriving in Villeneuve-sur-Yonne gives you the chance to explore a charming medieval town with a remarkable heritage.

At the heart of a Natura 2000 site, this circuit of just under 1.5 km will take you on a journey to discover this exceptional natural heritage, thanks to nine thematic panels scattered along the route. You can also enjoy a breathtaking view of Sens and its Saint-Étienne Cathedral, as well as the Yonne Valley.

Reserved for walkers and cyclists, this easy loop in a calm setting will allow you to explore the Sens vine conservatory comprising more than 600 plants of 30 grape different varieties, before returning via the banks of the Yonne. Along the way, you’ll also find a sports circuit with gym apparatus, and a golf driving range.

This looping route in and around Rosoy takes in the countryside around Sens, alternating between farmland and woodland. It offers beautiful views of the Yonne valley, as well as the city of Sens and its Cathedral of Saint-Étienne, the first Gothic cathedral. There is also a water collection aqueduct. Don't forget that some of the rivers in the Sénonais region supply Paris with drinking water.

A pleasant, peaceful walk between land and water. This idyllic route along the banks of the Étang de Salcys, not far from the River Yonne, offers beautiful views of the pond, the river and the countryside around the village of Gron.

This lovely route takes you through the charming residential village of Gron, which was under the jurisdiction of Vauluisant Abbey in the 13th century before passing to Sainte-Colombe Abbey in the 16th century. After following the many narrow lanes and local paths, the route climbs up to the heights, offering beautiful views of the Yonne valley and Saint-Étienne Cathedral in Sens on one side, and the Gâtinais on the other. It also follows a short section ofthe GR®213.

In this forest, the boundary markers bear the coats of arms of three lords: Cardinal Louis de Bourbon-Vendôme, the Briçonnet-Raguier couple and the de Belleville brothers. These boundary markers must have been set in the ground around 1550, following disputes over the respective boundaries of their estates.

You will discover the village of Cerisiers, the old brick dryer and the Villechétive stud farm. It is a beautiful walk in the forest with a recommended detour to Les Brissots, a museum and cider producer.

A discovery route around the Lancy Dolmen, situated in the Vauluisant State Forest.