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Lormes walks
A corner of Morvan around Lormes
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10.00 mi
+1,250 ft
-1,224 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Lormes (Nièvre)
An easy route visiting the Narvau Gorges and Waterfall, several ponds, beautiful forests, and a few fields and pastures. We will finish with a visit to the church and the panoramic viewpoint of Mont Saint-Alban.Requires a good sense of direction and, if possible, the use of the GPX track.
The Narvau Gorges
1.13 mi
+423 ft
-436 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Lormes (Nièvre)
A refreshing little walk to enjoy with the family at the end of the afternoon!
Tour of the Étang du Goulot in Lormes
0.91 mi
+23 ft
-7 ft
0h 25
Easy
Departure from Lormes (Nièvre)
A short walk around the Étang du Goulot pond, located in the village of Lormes.
This is an easy walk on a well-maintained path: simply follow the path around the lake. There are picnic tables, benches, deckchairs and a fitness trail.
A stroll through the hills above Saint-Martin-du-Puy
9.92 mi
+1,204 ft
-1,204 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-du-Puy (Nièvre) (Nièvre)
A journey through the Morvan massif. This is a forest walk, far from people and towns. It crosses several streams and winds its way through the hills of this verdant landscape. Any markings along the route should be disregarded.
Circular route starting from Saint Martin-du-Puy
5.29 mi
+381 ft
-394 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-du-Puy (Nièvre) (Nièvre)
A short walk with lovely views, passing through villages and with a view of a castle.
Route d'Anthien
9.17 mi
+984 ft
-1,007 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Anthien (Nièvre)
A hike on the edge of the Morvan Natural Park that will take you to Mont Sabot, at the top of which you will find a Romanesque chapel. Throughout the route, you will have views of the Yonne valleys and the Morvan mountains: Bion, Sabot and Bué.
Circular loop of Chalaux, Vernois and the lake
9.44 mi
+751 ft
-751 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Brassy (Nièvre)
This circular route will take you through varied landscapes where you will encounter water as you cross the Chalaux, stop near the Étang des Vernois, pass along the Lac de Chaumeçon and numerous small streams, which you will sometimes have to jump over! You will also pass through several hamlets. The route alternates between woodland and more open passages.
The hike can be done in either direction.
Apart from the first 200 metres on the D6, the hike only takes you along small, generally quiet local roads and paths.
A loop around the Morvan balconies starting from the hamlet of Huis Blin
14.65 mi
+1,722 ft
-1,719 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from Brassy (Nièvre)
This loop hike takes you from the forested areas west of Brassy to the more open countryside around Gâcogne and Vauclaix, with open views towards Lormes and Corbigeois. No refreshments en route, unless you make a diversion via the market town of Gâcogne - check by telephone beforehand that the inn is open. Can also be done from Lavault or Vauclaix. The climbs are shadier in the recommended direction.
The Eight of Lake Chaumençon
4.27 mi
+338 ft
-331 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-du-Puy (Nièvre) (Nièvre)
A superb walk between the lake’s banks and the hills above via the road, with plenty of shaded spots to take a break or go for a swim. The route forms a circular loop: you can therefore do both sections or just one, as you prefer.
The Chaumeçon Reservoir from Chalaux via Mont de la Ferté
8.15 mi
+1,194 ft
-1,184 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Chalaux (Nièvre)
Chalaux is a small village in the north of the Nièvre. A peaceful spot in the heart of the forest, crossed by a stream winding through the valley floor. The walk begins with a gentle but long climb. This is followed by a quiet stretch near the Chaumeçon Reservoir and ends peacefully along the river.
From Athée to the Brinjame
4.26 mi
+466 ft
-459 ft
30 mins
Moderate
Departure from Saint-André-en-Morvan (Nièvre)
A shaded, cool route through meadows and woodland, leading to the Brinjame where children can splash about. You can compare the landscapes and undergrowth created by different types of forestry. A beautiful view on the way back, particularly of Vézelay. Passes through the pretty hamlet of Athée.Very interesting on a mountain bike, with lovely descents, a few good climbs and technical sections.
The Morvan mountains south of Brassy
12.87 mi
+1,427 ft
-1,414 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Brassy (Nièvre)
Ah, the Morvan! Some people call the mountains of the Morvan uplands "molehills", and while they're not very tall on this route, they do know how to tire the calves.Hiking through forests of Douglas fir, beech and other hardwoods on sandy or granite paths, with or without plant cover, but with prevalent animal and plant life, offering some very fine views from these hills with their unique horizons.
The Chaumeçon Reservoir
11.41 mi
+938 ft
-922 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Brassy (Nièvre)
Of the 7 large lakes in the Morvan, all of which flow into the Yonne River via various tributaries, this one, fed by the Chalaux, feeds the Crescent Reservoir. The water collected along the way is added to the Cure. This system helps to regulate the Yonne, the 'enfant terrible' of the Seine, as the people of Icaunais like to call it.
The Banquet Chapel in Mhère
Tourist office
6.33 mi
+764 ft
-751 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Mhère (Nièvre)
This route takes you on a journey of discovery through the village of Mhère, its landscapes and its rich heritage.It’s an opportunity to discover the Notre-Dame du Morvan Chapel, situated at an altitude of 554 metres on top of a hill with a superb panoramic view. It overlooks the surrounding regions and the village of Mhère. One of the hills visible from here is nicknamed ‘the crocodile’.
Route de Saint-Aubin-des-Chaumes
6.36 mi
+722 ft
-722 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Aubin-des-Chaumes (Nièvre)
Starting from the church in Saint-Aubin-des-Chaumes, set off to explore unspoilt countryside along paths that wind through charming hamlets. As you walk, enjoy superb panoramic views of the hill of Vézelay and Bazoches Castle, amidst historic sites and unspoilt landscapes.
Lac du Crescent - Avallon
10.61 mi
+604 ft
-909 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Chastellux-sur-Cure (Yonne)
Third and final stage of the Avallon-Vézelay-Lac du Crescent-Avallon loop. You will leave Lac du Crescent and head into the countryside and forests of the Morvan for the last time. This final stage of the loop takes us back to Avallon after a pleasant walk, where you will find the River Cousin.
The descent of the 16 locks
9.04 mi
+279 ft
-285 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Sardy-lès-Épiry (Nièvre)
A walk that first follows the Yonne river for several kilometres, then follows the descent of the 16 Collancelle locks.
The series of 16 locks and the Rigole d’Yonne
6.69 mi
+154 ft
-154 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Sardy-lès-Épiry (Nièvre)
As you float along, set off to explore the idyllic Canal du Nivernais and the Rigole d’Yonne. From Port-Brûlé, the route invites you to admire a remarkable series of 16 locks, enabling boats to gradually negotiate the difference in level and continue their journey along the canal. It is a journey through the canal’s heritage, nature and peaceful landscapes.
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