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Mâcon walks
The three castles of Sancé
Visorando Member
2.88 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Sancé (Saône-et-Loire)
Hike through the heart of the village of Sancé and its surrounding countryside to discover the three castles in the commune: Château du Parc (private), Château de Châtenay (private) and Château Lapalus (communal property).
Route des chapelles et des châteaux à Saint-André-de-Bâgé
Local authority
6.08 mi
+105 ft
-135 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-André-de-Bâgé (Ain)
As you wander along the quiet, shaded paths, you’ll encounter a succession of magnificent views and gems of the local heritage, such as the Romanesque church of Saint-André-de-Bâgé, the châteaux of Montépin and La Griffonnière, the remains of the ramparts of Bâgé-le-Châtel, the chapel of Aigrefeuille and beautiful country houses nestled in the valleys.
Peaks and Chateaus in South Burgundy
12.06 mi
+1,703 ft
-1,699 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Chaintré (Saône-et-Loire)
A lovely route along the paths of sunny Burgundy. Leaving Chaintré, we reach the crests of the mountains, with beautiful views of the Bois de Fée, Mont de Pouilly and La Grange du Bois. Along the way, we come across several fine castles: Château des Rontés, Château de Chasselas, Château de Leynes, Château de Lavérnette.
On the roads of Southern Burgundy in Macon
6.99 mi
+807 ft
-781 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Chaintré (Saône-et-Loire)
A hike along the balconies in the south of Burgundy through the vineyards.
Ascent of the Roche de Solutré
2.02 mi
+476 ft
-476 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
A family hike offering magnificent views of the Mâconnais vineyards and, if the sky is clear, much further afield towards the Mont Blanc Massif.
Circular in the upper Mâconnais region starting from Chasselas
9.29 mi
+1,785 ft
-1,775 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Chasselas (Saône-et-Loire)
A magnificent hike starting from Chasselas. You can enjoy the magnificent view of the two rocks, Solutré and Vergisson, from Mont de Pouilly, as well as the beautiful paths of the Grange du Bois. You will discover the wine-growing landscape as well as the fields and forests of the region with the Grange du Bois. A challenging hike that will delight lovers of the great outdoors.
At the Roches de Solutré and Vergisson
6.55 mi
+1,499 ft
-1,529 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
A shorter version of the long circular route starting from La Grange du Bois (featured on this site), done with children aged 7 to 12 who thoroughly enjoyed it!
Solutré - Vergisson - Mont de Pouilly via the Grange du Bois
12.91 mi
+2,438 ft
-2,444 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
At the foot of the Roches de Solutré and Vergisson, you can admire the spectacular geology of these two rocky outcrops and their peaks. You will enjoy superb panoramic views of the Beaujolais, the Saône Valley and the Val Lamartine.This long route takes you along theGR®®76 trailthrough the cool forest of the Bois des Bruyères.On the way back, you can admire Chasselas, Mâcon, the Saône Valley and even the Alps from the Grange du Bois and the summit of Mont de Pouilly.
Mont de Pouilly, and the Hills of Solutré and Vergisson
11.07 mi
+2,188 ft
-2,188 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
Wonderful hike in Burgundy to discover "Solutré" (a landmark) and the "Rock of Vergisson”.
In uncle’s footsteps
4.37 mi
+945 ft
-938 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
A delightful stroll through boxwood and vineyards, with the added bonus of a splendid panoramic view from the top of the famous Roche de Solutré.The return journey, via the north, takes you off the official route and away from the tourist traffic.
Panoramic views of the rocky outcrops and châteaux of the Mâconnais vineyards
6.25 mi
+348 ft
-1,404 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
This stage begins opposite the Roches de Solutré and Vergisson, classified as a Grand Site de France, with a panoramic view of the Jura mountain ranges and Mont Blanc. You pass through two natural areas of ecological, faunistic and floristic interest (ZNIEFF) and renowned vineyards (Pouilly-Fuissé, Pouilly-Vinzelles), overlooking the châteaux of Chasselas and Vinzelles.
Roche Coche, La Belouse, Escolles, Vanzé from Verzé
9.40 mi
+1,457 ft
-1,450 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Verzé (Saône-et-Loire)
From Verzé, in the Haut Mâconnais, this circular route winds its way through vineyards and woods. First, we climb towards Échanault to reach Roche Coche via Champ de la Boivine. The Roche Coche orientation table offers a beautiful view of the Val Lamartine, the Roche de Solutré and, in the distance, the Hauts du Beaujolais. Next, head back up towards Les Bruyères, then descend to Chanaud and turn north-east towards Escolles and Vanzé to return to Verzé.
Route des Jonquilles in Garnerans
Tourist office4.00 mi
+66 ft
-75 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Garnerans (Ain)
Enjoy this short hike in the bucolic countryside behind the village of Garnerans.
The summit of Signal de la Mère Boitier from Serrières
10.18 mi
+1,988 ft
-1,991 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Serrières (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
Hike from Serrières to the summit of Signal de la Mère Boitier
This hike largely follows the yellow-marked Mâcon Tourisme route (14 km | 4 hours 40 minutes on foot), which can be downloaded here, and another part of the Crêtes route, marked in blue from Mère Boitier to the hamlet of Les Guérins.
Around Saint-Maurice-de-Sathonay
5.37 mi
+295 ft
-295 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Maurice-de-Satonnay (Saône-et-Loire)
This walk, with its slight incline, is ideal for stretching your legs if you've got a couple of hours to spare.
Around Juliénas in Beaujolais
11.22 mi
+1,877 ft
-1,873 ft
6h 50
Moderate
Departure from Juliénas (Rhône)
A hike in Beaujolais through vineyards and forests, starting from Juliénas near Belleville. This hike can be shortened or lengthened (see description).
The Montmain Cross
4.15 mi
+666 ft
-692 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Verzé (Saône-et-Loire)
Marked route in the hills above Verzé, between Mâcon and Cluny.
Starting from the Rampon quarry, you will cross the woods of Verzé and then climb up to the Croix Montmain. You will follow the Chemin des Chevaliers (GR®) with a magnificent view of the Val Lamartinien and the castle of Berzé-le-Chatel. On the way back, you will cross the hamlet of Les Tardys. The circular route ends with a picturesque path offering views of the pastures.
The Green Beaujolais
11.56 mi
+1,985 ft
-1,985 ft
7h 05
Moderate
Departure from Jullié (Rhône)
This hike allows you to discover the upper Beaujolais region. The route is varied, passing through vineyards around the village and woods. It leads to the Rontécolon orientation table, the highest point of the route, and passes through the Col de la Sibérie, where there is a memorial to the martyrs of the Resistance.
APEL 2013 family walk 10 km
6.30 mi
+125 ft
-125 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Chalaronne (Ain)
Family walk for the APEL association of Saint Joseph secondary school.
Long route: 2½ hours.
Route north of Thoissey
6.13 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Thoissey (Ain)
This walk follows the banks of the Saône and passes through the village of Saint-Didier-sur-Chalaronne and the town of Thoissey. You will pass, in particular, the private Château de Challes.
Mont Saint-Romain - Blanot - Étang de Crue starting from Azé
11.54 mi
+1,850 ft
-1,854 ft
6h 55
Moderate
Departure from Azé (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
From the Azé Caves car park, climb up to Mont Saint-Romain, then take a circular route around Blanot and return via the Étang de Crue. Enjoy a 360° panorama from the roof of the Mont Saint-Romain inn and a beautiful view from the orientation table above the Azé caves.
Blanot Cave and Mont Saint-Romain, starting from Donzy-le-Pertuis
8.85 mi
+1,467 ft
-1,467 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Donzy-le-Pertuis (Saône-et-Loire)
A pleasant, wooded walk, with an optional detour to the Blanot Caves (entrance fee in summer) followed by a stunning viewpoint at Mont Saint-Romain.
From Col de la Percée to Mont Saint-Romain
8.24 mi
+1,168 ft
-1,145 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Donzy-le-Pertuis (Saône-et-Loire)
A pleasant walk offering beautiful landscapes and viewpoints, between forest and meadows bordered by low dry-stone walls. The steepness is very gradual on the first part of the walk, allowing you to reach the summit of Mont Saint-Romain without any particular difficulty. On the return journey, the slopes are steeper, but never unmanageable. A perfect walk for those who want a good outing but don't want to put too much strain on their legs.
Boucle Bleue in Chiroubles
6.55 mi
+1,260 ft
-1,243 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Chiroubles (Rhône)
11 km loop in the commune of Chiroubles. Alternating paths through the vineyards, meadows and woods. Magnificent views. Blue markings.
From Chiroubles to the Col de Durbize
3.88 mi
+758 ft
-764 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Chiroubles (Rhône)
A short walk to get in shape through the Beaujolais vineyards.
