Leugny (Yonne) walks

Marked route No. 46. Along the banks of the Puisaye, this walk takes place largely on the hills of Forterre. The fields and horizons are vast, whilst the woods provide welcome shade. The Chastenay discovery garden adds a touch of nature.

Marked route No. 13. Starting from the village surrounded by hills, the walk inevitably gains altitude. The River Ouanne at the bottom of the valley is soon left behind in favour of historical remains: a chapel, old mills and wash houses.

Starting from the main car park at the foot of the town hall, discover the village wash house. After crossing the Ouanne, a country walk begins along narrow roads leading to local hamlets and fairly well-shaded paths.

Marked trail No. 54. This walk is a real surprise! Set off from the village church, then head to a hamlet to find the town hall, before wandering through the rugged, limestone terrain of La Forterre to discover isolated hamlets and farms. On the way back, enjoy a lovely view from the plateau over the woods and landscapes of the Poyau region.

Marked trail No. 43. A historical journey back to the time of Charlemagne's succession. His grandsons fought over the kingdom. This division was settled by a battle and... discover the places and history of this epic story.

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

Walk in the footsteps of Charlemagne’s grandsons and discover the battlefield of Fontenoy, where Charlemagne’s empire was divided: this is what awaits you on this short historical trail.

The springs and washhouses without forgetting the Château and the Chapel of Chéry will be the most important heritage sites to discover for this outing. Throughout this route, alternation between valleys and hills where points of view are numerous.

Marked walk No. 58. This circular route takes you along old tracks to discover the different aspects of the Forterre, a land of arable farming dotted with woods.

Starting from the central car park on Place des Frères Genêt, you will discover the fishing lake and leisure centre very close to the town centre, offering a magnificent panorama. Crossing woods and medieval streets, stop at the promontory overlooking Place de la République, dominated by the bust of Pierre Larousse, and enjoy exceptional views of this village, whose existence has been documented since the middle ofthe 3rd century.

This cycle tourism route invites you to discover the architectural and natural heritage of this verdant Puisaye region, offering beautiful views of the surrounding villages, the Yonne valley and the very distinctive Tholon hills.

This very natural outing allows you to discover the landscaped paths, shaped by man over the centuries. It allows, with some beautiful viewpoints, to discover the Puisaye and the town of Toucy, nestled against a hill.

Signposted route N° 76This route starts from Toucy, birthplace of Pierre Larousse, 19th-century grammarian, lexicographer and educator. It offers multiple viewpoints and panoramas along ridge lines. The sunken paths winding under a dense canopy of vegetation create a romantic atmosphere that you're sure to enjoy. Then, at the bend in the path, you'll fall under the spell of the magnificent Château d'Arthé.

Between the longer hikes around Toucy and the discovery of down-town, this walk allows you to gain heigh in order to contemplate this screen of greenery which surrounds the village. These paths, oftenly traveled, offered a great diversity.

Marked trail No. 17A trail that smells of trogne trees. This tree, emblematic of field edges and woods, which for years has fed animals and heated homes in the Poyaudine region, can be found in countless numbers along this trail.On both the outward and return journeys, you will enjoy a wonderful discovery of the streets and alleys of Old Toucy.

Marked route No. 49. The name of the village of Merry-Sec is certainly misleading! Admittedly, there is little water on the surface, but there are so many springs and wash houses along this route.

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.

All along the route, you will discover centenaries trees, educational signs about the chestnut tree.

Marked walk No. 20.A historic route featuring, close to the start, the Cross of Saint-Prix (martyred in 274), the village of Le Deffand where the Marquise du Deffand stayed inthe 18th century, and the monument to Alfred Saison – a republican activist – who fought in 1852 against Louis Napoleon Bonaparte’s coup d’état of 2 December 1851.

Marked walk No. 18. Set off along the paths to discover a farm of yesteryear. Explore a botanical trail, a heritage orchard and a museum of agricultural tools.

A mountain bike route for hiking enthusiasts, featuring natural and built heritage. A real treat! But do stay safe!

Starting from St Julien church, follow the paths to reach the Moulin de Hausse Côte.

Please note: The official route for this trail has been modified for the period from 18 March 2026 to 30 April 2026. Directional signposts have been installed during this period between (10) and (11). Marked route No. 9.From wash house to wash house, passing through old underground limestone quarries and ancient Neolithic and Palaeolithic sites, this route circles the village. At every crossroads, you can head into the village centre. Beautiful views along much of the route.Please note: this route is reserved for walkers. For mountain bikers, hybrid cyclists or horse riders, this route is designed for you.

Pass by the Moulery wash house and the Roman road with panoramic views of Puisaye, Forterre, Frétoy Forest and Druyes Castle.