Gurgy walks

Situated on the banks of the Yonne, Gurgy has been home to Saint-André Church since the 10th century. The fish ladder, the river stop and its ponds make this village a place centred around its river and nature. Follow the water trail and don’t miss the heritage orchard, the black poplars and the Puits d’Enfer. Whether on foot, by bike or with a fishing rod, enjoy the activity that suits you best!

A walk to discover the town of Cadet Roussel, taking in the iconic sites of the historic centre and the banks of the Yonne. Allow a full day to cover these almost 7 km, including visits to the churches and breaks by the Yonne.

This walk is very easy and combines the landscapes of the Puisaye region with a short stretch along the banks of the Ru de Baulche. There are no major difficulties, apart from the short path at the end which takes you over a few bridges.

A stroll to the confluence of the Yonne and the Burgundy Canal, offering the chance to discover the two driving forces behind Migennes’ development: the digging of the Burgundy Canal and the arrival of the railway.

A very pleasant walk: from the top of the hills, the view is superb, provided the sky is clear. The first part is winding and hilly until Cravant, but the return journey is on a flat, tarmac path along the Canal du Nivernais and the Yonne.

A magnificent hike around a Burgundy wine-growing village in the south of Auxerre: Saint-Bris-le-Vineux. A 10.8 km circular route will take you past eight fountains among the vineyards. In the village, you can admire the 13th-century church and its Jesse tree, the 17th-century château and its Renaissance gate, as well as some beautiful vaulted cellars.

Saint-Bris-le-Vineux, the only wine-growing village in Burgundy to produce Sauvignon, also boasts a remarkable heritage. Let yourself be charmed by the labyrinthine cellars and the Church of Saint-Prix-Saint-Cot after walking through the vineyards. Along the way, don’t miss the exceptional view from the orientation table in the ‘Douzein’ woods. 

Fancy a charming and informative ride? Hop on your mountain bike and set off to discover the four single-vineyard wines of Domaine Verret!Along the way, scan the QR codes on small wooden posts to learn more about each plot: grape variety, history, winemaking techniques, and more. You will pass by "Les Gaudiers", a blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, then "Les Mazelots", dominated by Pinot Noir, the star grape variety of our eponymous Irancy wine.You will then cross "Palotte", our oldest vineyard, rich in secrets and character, before reaching "Veaupiary", planted exclusively with Sauvignon, which produces our Saint-Bris of the same name. A getaway combining nature, heritage and a passion for wine, ideal for the curious and wine lovers alike! The hike starts from the estate car park, so you can enjoy a well-deserved tasting on your return.

This hike offers beautiful views of the Yonne valley and a bucolic stroll through vineyards, cherry orchards and along the banks of the Yonne. It will give you a breath of fresh air and allow you to get to know the unusual village of Bailly.

The Three Bell Towers walk passes through the wine-growing villages of Escolives-Sainte-Camille, Jussy and Coulanges-la-Vineuse, taking in their most beautiful scenery. Discover the vineyards and cherry trees whilst looking up at the church bell tower as you pass through each village.

Marked route No. 88.Located on a hill, Pourrain offers many sporting activities, including this route which takes you through a very hilly area between woods and fields, valleys and plateaus dotted with springs. Beautiful views of the Puisaye, Forterre and Auxerrois regions enhance this outing.

A very pleasant route with ascents and descents on the slopes of the Yonne, above Joigny. You will enjoy several crossings through the woods and the beautiful panorama of the town of Joigny from the highest point of the route. This route will delight keen walkers.

This walk will first take you through the narrow streets of Joigny, where you can see the church, and halfway through you will find yourself on the heights of the town with a beautiful view between the points (5) and (6)

A very varied circular loop starting from Joigny, with quite a bit of elevation gain for the region. No technical difficulties; all paths are passable. You’ll cycle in both shade and sunshine. This circular loop follows the Yonne, allowing you to warm up, then climbs and winds through the Othe Forest, returning to the starting point via the other side of the valley.

Long walk on flat ground, along the Joigny diversion canal to Cézy and back along the Yonne. Easy, peaceful route with the opportunity to spot wild birds such as wild ducks, cormorants and even wild swans.

Circular route between the town of Joigny and the small village of Looze, passing through the plain on the way out and returning via the hillsides amongst vineyards and woods. Splendid views over the Yonne valley, the surrounding countryside and the town of Joigny.

A circular route of less than 6km with a significant elevation gain, taking you above the beautiful town of Joigny, on the Côte Saint-Jacques, to the tranquillity of the woods and the Val d'Aubry via small paths, before descending back into the valley, with splendid views of Joigny, the Yonne and the surrounding area.

A hike to enjoy beautiful views and fresh air along an easy route.The place known as "Belle Vue" (beautiful view) lives up to its name and allows you to admire the Auxerre region from one of its highest points!If the season is right, you can pick cherries and grapes or chase butterflies (with your eyes)!

A hike to fill your lungs with fresh air, along a very easy route. Lots of beautiful views of Saint-Bris and the Yonne. This hike will allow you to admire the Auxerrois region!

The joy of this hike lies in discovering a variety of surprises as you traverse the woodland, tackling some lovely ascents and descents, not to mention the many beautiful views of the town of Joigny far below. This route is sure to delight keen hikers.

Marked route No. 114.Discover the remains of open-air ochre pits and mines, the Sauilly ochre factory and its drying kiln.