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The Rigole de Courpalet trail from Lorris
Visorando Member
10.11 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Lorris (Loiret)
This idyllic walk follows the Rigole de Courpalet, which was dug at the end of the 17th century to feed the Canal d’Orléans. Abandoned after a few decades of use, it has for three centuries been home to numerous wild animals that come to drink there, as well as a wide variety of birds. The route ends in the old town of Lorris with its market hall, church and town hall.
Courpalet ditch, Gué l’Évêque circular loop
9.31 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Montereau (Loiret)
A largely shaded circular walk along the water’s edge. This walk follows the Rigole de Courpalet for nearly 5km before entering the Forest of Orléans and skirting the Étang du Gué l’Évêque.
The Rigole de Courpalet, 32.8 km long, was dug to feed the Canal d’Orléans.
Watercourses, ponds and woodland around Vieilles-Maisons-sur-Joudry
15.38 mi
+85 ft
-82 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Vieilles-Maisons-sur-Joudry (Loiret)
Discover how the Canal d’Orléans draws its water supply from the forest. From forest ditches to channels and from channels to ponds, the water flows imperceptibly through the hydrographic network skilfully created by human hands to ensure its proper functioning.
Walk from Grignon via Vieilles-Maisons-sur-Joudry
8.39 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Vieilles-Maisons-sur-Joudry (Loiret)
The route follows the course of the waterways of Vieilles-Maisons-sur-Joudry near the Forest of Orléans, running sometimes alongside the Orléans Canal and sometimes alongside the ‘rigoles’, tributaries of the Orléans Canal which they feed. These still waters are a source of coolness and tranquillity.
The Canal d’Orléans and a few ponds starting from Chailly
9.04 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Chailly-en-Gâtinais (Loiret)
A walk that follows the towpath of the Canal d’Orléans for a third of its route. The remaining two-thirds alternate between stretches through fields or meadows and through woodland, passing a few ponds hidden in the shade.
Sentier des Sources trail in the Orléans Forest
4.77 mi
+131 ft
-131 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Ouzouer-sur-Loire (Loiret)
A circular in the Orléans Forest along a pretty path that winds between the trees. You will discover a series of springs converted into fountains and end this walk at the Résistance crossroads, a place steeped in Second World War history. A monument has been erected there in memory of the resistance fighters who died for France.
The Canal d’Orléans, starting from Chevillon-sur-Huillard
10.32 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Chevillon-sur-Huillard (Loiret)
A walk that follows the Canal d’Orléans towpath for a third of its length. The remaining two-thirds follow quiet country lanes and paths through fields or woods, in peaceful countryside.
Dampierre-en-Burly and its ponds
8.46 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Dampierre-en-Burly (Loiret)
In the Orléans Forest, the route runs alongside the vast Étang de Corcambon, ending around the Étang du Bourg which borders the flower-filled village of Dampierre-en-Burly, at the foot of its fortifications.
From Chemin de la Plaine to the banks of the Loire: Between the levees
6.17 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Père-sur-Loire (Loiret)
A hike offering great contrasts between the open fields of the first part and the wild banks of the Loire in the second part, with its unspoilt natural site known as "Entre les levées". Proposed by the tourist office as part of the Randonnée des Châtaignes (Chestnut Hike), this route was very popular with hikers.
Sully-sur-Loire and the banks of the Loire
11.41 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Sully-sur-Loire (Loiret)
A very pleasant route, mostly along the banks of the Loire. Good view of the Château de Sully and the Basilica of Saint-Benoit-sur-Loire.
Sully-sur-Loire Castle and its surroundings
3.90 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Sully-sur-Loire (Loiret)
This short walk allows you to admire the medieval fortress in all its glory and stroll through the castle grounds and along the dykes that protect the town from the river. Many migratory birds take refuge on the castle's magnificent lake.
Chemin des Rauches along the Loire
6.82 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Père-sur-Loire (Loiret)
Alternating between meadows, forests, ponds and farmland, this route presents no difficulties. It begins and ends majestically on the banks of the Loire. This is a shortened version of the former "PR® des Rauches" with 76% of the route on unpaved paths.
Sange Valley Circuit
6.32 mi
+102 ft
-98 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Aignan-le-Jaillard (Loiret)
On the edge of the Sologne, this circuit brings together the typical landscapes that make up the charm of this natural region near the Loire: meadows, ponds, forests, interspersed with crops and pretty brick houses. The little river Sange brings it to life and gives it a little relief.
Marked in yellow, this route is also signposted in places as "PR® de la Vallée de la Sange - P 11". Despite two sections on the road, 70% of this circuit is on unpaved paths.
From Sury to Vitry via the canal and its ponds
12.14 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Combreux (Loiret)
From the Combreux lock, discover the Canal d'Orléans and its ponds in a forest where a rich and varied fauna will accompany you and allow you to observe them as you walk along the path.
Be early, discreet and attentive to enjoy it.
Don't rely on the photos showing the towpath. It has been replaced by a cycle path. The walk loses some of its charm but is still very pleasant.
Suburban walking route from Villemandeur to Saint-Maurice-sur-Fessard
6.48 mi
+20 ft
-26 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Villemandeur (Loiret)
Starting from Saint-Didier Church in the welcoming village of Villemandeur, with its many shops, this route will take you due west towards the peaceful village of Saint-Maurice-sur-Fessard, following the old towpath of the Canal d’Orléans, which has been converted into a cycle route. The route passes Machot Lock and follows various paths through the countryside, offering magnificent scenery that alternates between farmland and wooded areas.
From the Étang de la Vallée to the Fontaine Longue in the Forest of Orléans
9.76 mi
+236 ft
-233 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Combreux (Loiret)
A must-see route in the Forest of Orléans due to the diversity of its landscapes, ranging from ponds to dense or sparse forests, which are prime habitats for wildlife. The vast Vallée pond, which was originally created to feed the Orléans Canal, has become a leisure destination with its water sports centre, banks ideal for fishing, and paths perfect for a stroll.
Passing through the locks and mills via Lac des Closiers
6.57 mi
+125 ft
-69 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Montargis (Loiret)
A walk to explore the Loing, along the Briare Canal via the GR®13, starting from the Marolle Footbridge, passing through the Lac des Closiers peninsula – an ideal spot for a picnic. Discover the mills, ponds and locks at La Tuilerie and La Marolle, then pass through the old village of Amilly.
Discover the mills starting from Montargis
6.99 mi
+82 ft
-82 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Montargis (Loiret)
A route taking you along the Loing, past ponds, castles, mills and the old village of Amilly, then on to Lac des Closiers, the perfect spot for a picnic. The two locks: the Passerelle de la Marolles lock, followed by the Écluse de la Tuilerie lock.
Between rivers and canals in the heart of the Montargis conurbation.
12.14 mi
+92 ft
-92 ft
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Montargis (Loiret)
Circular starting from the lakeside town of Montargis, known as the Venice of Gatinais. The junctions of the Briare, Orléans and Loing canals made it a veritable river crossroads between the Loire and Seine basins until the Orléans canal was decommissioned in 1954. Follow the waterways through the Loing valley, passing rivers, canals and lakes.
Montargis, the Venice of Gâtinais
4.79 mi
+89 ft
-89 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Montargis (Loiret)
Ranked among the most beautiful sites in France, explore Montargis through its streets on the water with 131 bridges and footbridges. A gastronomic and lakeside town nicknamed the Venice of Gâtinais.
The Briare Canal between Montargis and the Moulin Bardin
4.79 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Montargis (Loiret)
A stroll along the Briare Canal, passing through the lakes area of the Savoies and Népruns Nature Reserve, ending at Lac des Closiers and a circular route through the beautifully restored Pêcherie district.
Peace and quiet, nature, barges, birds and a few beautiful old houses – this is what awaits you.
The Belvédère des Caillettes from Nibelle
7.68 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Nibelle (Loiret)
In the heart of the Orléans Forest, the route will take you near the 16th-century Château du Hallier, then to the viewpoint on the Caillettes hill at the highest point of the Orléans Forest: an opportunity to admire the surrounding mountains as far as the eye can see.
Passing by the Fontaine de Sainte-Radegonde and the Château du Hallier
7.75 mi
+82 ft
-82 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Nibelle (Loiret)
A hike between the Nibelloise countryside and the Forest of Orléans, passing by the 16th-century Château du Hallier and the Fontaine de Sainte Radegonde. According to legend, the Queen of the Franks struck the ground with her heel and caused a spring with miraculous properties to gush forth.
Following the Aquiaulne from Saint-Gondon
10.99 mi
+131 ft
-131 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Gondon (Loiret)
A village of Gallo-Roman origin, Saint-Gondon is situated on the borders of Berry, Sologne and the Loire Valley. The first part of the walk takes in the bucolic charm of the Aquiaulne Valley, whilst the second follows little-used paths, winding through a mix of woodland and farmland, not to mention a few heathlands.
From Gien to Briare
7.96 mi
+49 ft
-128 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Gien (Loiret)
This first stage runs along the Loire to take you to Briare, a charming little town full of flowers, with its small river port.
Please note: this hike can be done either as part of the 3-stage Gien - Cosne-sur-Loire hike, or on its own by taking the train from Briare back to Gien.
Historic Trail of the Vallée des Rois from Viglain
7.12 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Viglain (Loiret)
Nestled on the edge of the Sologne region, Viglain reveals the riches of its countryside, with its woods, heathland, ponds and streams, not to mention the Sully-sur-Loire golf course, a vast green space dotted with trees of various species.
Circular walk in the Orléans Forest from Chambon-la-Forêt
6.08 mi
+75 ft
-75 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Chambon-la-Forêt (Loiret)
Starting from the village of Chambon-la-Forêt, known for Château de la Luzerne, the route will take you deep into the vast Orléans Forest. The undergrowth, filled with ferns and heather, is home to large wild animals in the tranquillity of the state-owned forest.
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