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Malay-le-Grand walks
A walk through the heart of the Grande Vallée woodland
Tourist office
6.39 mi
+528 ft
-505 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Malay-le-Grand (Yonne)
This lovely route, which runs largely through woodland, presents no major difficulties, despite a fairly steep climb at the start and end of the walk. It offers fine views over the Vanne valley and the Eaux de Paris aqueduct, as well as the Yonne valley, where, against the backdrop of the Côte de Paron and the distinctive silhouette of Sens Cathedral (Saint-Étienne), stands the first Gothic cathedral ever built.
Discovering the landscapes around Rosoy
5.65 mi
+528 ft
-509 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Yonne
This looping route in and around Rosoy takes in the countryside around Sens, alternating between farmland and woodland. It offers beautiful views of the Yonne valley, as well as the city of Sens and its Cathedral of Saint-Étienne, the first Gothic cathedral. There is also a water collection aqueduct. Don't forget that some of the rivers in the Sénonais region supply Paris with drinking water.
Montagne Julien Trail
5.89 mi
+620 ft
-597 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Villiers-Louis (Yonne)
This circular walk, which presents no major difficulties, offers varied and picturesque scenery (open views and woodland) along minor roads, tracks and forest paths.
From the Promenades to the Ile d'Yonne
4.28 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Sens (Yonne)
Set off on a tour through the historic centre of Sens to discover the many tourist attractions of this beautiful city.
Sens and Villeneuve-sur-Yonne, between the river and the hamlets
27.27 mi
+709 ft
-709 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Sens (Yonne)
Reserved for experienced cyclists, this challenging circular route between Sens and Villeneuve-sur-Yonne follows mainly cycle paths and small country lanes and features some steep gradients.
Around the parks and gardens of Sens
13.69 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
2.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Sens (Yonne)
From park to garden, this family-orientated circuit will help you discover the many beautifully maintained green spaces in the city of Sens.
Green getaway around the town of Brennus
6.82 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Sens (Yonne)
This lovely route, which largely follows a cycle path known as the "Coulée Verte", takes you on a tour of the town of Sens. Allotments, Parc du Moulin à Tan, the towpath along the River Yonne: all familiar sights to the locals of Sens, which walkers will have the chance to discover too.
The Champs Captants
2.39 mi
+3 ft
-3 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Sens (Yonne)
Reserved for walkers and cyclists, this easy loop in a calm setting will allow you to explore the Sens vine conservatory comprising more than 600 plants of 30 grape different varieties, before returning via the banks of the Yonne. Along the way, you’ll also find a sports circuit with gym apparatus, and a golf driving range.
The Carrelottes loop – Adventure trail in Natura 2000 area
0.81 mi
+180 ft
-194 ft
0h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-du-Tertre (Yonne)
At the heart of a Natura 2000 site, this circuit of just under 1.5 km will take you on a journey to discover this exceptional natural heritage, thanks to nine thematic panels scattered along the route. You can also enjoy a breathtaking view of Sens and its Saint-Étienne Cathedral, as well as the Yonne Valley.
Haut Glaciers Walk
5.12 mi
+381 ft
-390 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-du-Tertre (Yonne)
On the heights of Saint-Martin-du-Tertre, you will enjoy the beautiful views along this circuit.
Nailly and its surrounding countryside
Visorando Member
6.78 mi
+400 ft
-407 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Nailly (Yonne)
This very pleasant route allows you to explore the countryside around Nailly and its castle on a good walk that alternates between woods, undergrowth and fields, the Rû des Salles and its wash house
Bois de Saint-Martin circuit on the heights of Villeneuve-sur-Yonne
3.58 mi
+335 ft
-335 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Villeneuve-sur-Yonne (Yonne)
This pleasant circuit offers beautiful views of the town of Villeneuve-sur-Yonne, thanks to its small climbs. The path across woodland provides shade on one-third of the route during sunny weather.
Route from Villeneuve-sur-Yonne to Passy - La Chaume
6.98 mi
+472 ft
-463 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Villeneuve-sur-Yonne (Yonne)
This route, which alternates between sections along cultivated fields and sections through woodland, offers beautiful views of the village of Passy, the Yonne valley, the lakes of Villeneuve-sur-Yonne and the town itself. On a clear day, you can even see the bell tower of Saint-Étienne Cathedral in Sens.
From Villeneuve-sur-Yonne to the hamlet of Château
5.03 mi
+335 ft
-335 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Villeneuve-sur-Yonne (Yonne)
The route offers a pleasant walk along the banks of the Yonne, then through woodland (a third of the route on forest tracks) or along small country lanes (a third of the route). A pleasant walk through the hamlet of Château, whose site – known for having been home to a powerful oppidum of the Senones Gauls – rises some 100 metres above a bend in the River Yonne, offering beautiful views over the valley and the neighbouring hillsides.
Around Dixmont, from the mine to the Priory of L'Enfourchure
8.04 mi
+541 ft
-528 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Dixmont (Yonne)
This varied route allows you to explore the commune of Dixmont – the seat of a royal castellany in the12th century – and its surroundings. Of particular interest: the Priory of L'Enfourchure, founded by the Counts of Joigny in 1209. Ruined by the wars ofthe 15th and16th centuries, it was rebuilt in the16th century. Also visible along the route is the entrance to a former lignite mine, which was in operation duringthe 19th century.
Route du Maquis de Bourgogne autour de Dixmont
4.36 mi
+269 ft
-269 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Dixmont (Yonne)
This easy route takes you on a journey of discovery through Dixmont and its surroundings. Above all, it allows you to step back in time to the spring of 1944 and walk in the footsteps of a member of the Maquis known as "Bourgogne". This route, marked in red and dotted with historical information panels, recounts the attack of 15 May 1944, the lives and struggles of the maquis fighters, as well as the sedentary resistance fighters, who were numerous in the farms, hamlets and villages.