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Palinges walks
La Palingeoise
Visorando Member
14.19 mi
+361 ft
-377 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Palinges (Saône-et-Loire)
A walk suitable for everyone, taking in the countryside of Saône-et-Loire and passing by the magnificent Château de Digoine. The route crosses the Bourbince, a lovely local stream, at various points.
Loop via the Canal du Centre and the RCEA from Saint-Vincent-Bragny
21.90 mi
+636 ft
-597 ft
10h 35
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Vincent-Bragny (Saône-et-Loire)
Magnificent landscape without too much elevation gain. Very pleasant hike as there is little traffic, even on the roads. Please note: there are no water sources for 35 km. You will need to bring supplies for this long, pleasant route along the water's edge in the forest and along the RCEA. You can stop at a bakery about halfway along the route in Paray-le-Monial.
Chassy Castle Circular Walk
6.79 mi
+364 ft
-384 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Chassy (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
This circular walk starting from Chassy will allow you to discover the Church of Saint-Pierre-ès-Liens (11th century), the 15th-century castle, as well as the village communal oven and wash house. Passes by the Étang Noir. The walk follows small tarmac roads and dirt tracks.
Route des parcs et jardins de Paray-le-Monial
3.83 mi
+102 ft
-98 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Paray-le-Monial (Saône-et-Loire)
Discover the town’s parks and gardens, which have been awarded the ‘4 flowers’ label, as the seasons change.
Route spirituelle de Paray-le-Monial
2.63 mi
+135 ft
-108 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Paray-le-Monial (Saône-et-Loire)
This route follows in the footsteps of Saint Margaret Mary and offers a spiritual walk.
Route culturelle de Paray-le-Monial
3.14 mi
+102 ft
-98 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Paray-le-Monial (Saône-et-Loire)
Journey through the centuries and cultural sites, from the medieval period right up to the 21st century.
Walk in Paray-le-Monial
1.16 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Paray-le-Monial (Saône-et-Loire)
A short tour of the “Cité du Sacré-Cœur”, which remains a major centre of Catholicism to this day, including, of course, the unmissable visit to the Basilica of the Sacred Heart and its cloister. The walk is rounded off with a short stroll through the town centre. Just enough to stretch your legs.
Gueugnon – Les Essenleys – Mercully circular loop
6.69 mi
+597 ft
-607 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Gueugnon (Saône-et-Loire)
This circular walk, starting from Gueugnon, takes you up to the higher ground above the town. It passes by the spring and the Chapelle Saint-Thibault.
Charolais bocage between Bourbince and Arconce
23.93 mi
+600 ft
-584 ft
11h 30
Difficult
Departure from Paray-le-Monial (Saône-et-Loire)
A lovely, peaceful walk through the Charolais countryside. The route has almost no traffic and very little tarmac. You’ll pass through beautiful forests accompanied by birdsong. At the start, you can visit the basilica in Paray-le-Monial; halfway through, why not pop into the riding centre? Note: There are many variations on this walk if you take a map with you.
Around Marizy through the hills
7.55 mi
+538 ft
-538 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Marizy (Saône-et-Loire)
This easy circular route, which largely avoids muddy paths, follows quiet country lanes offering lovely views of the countryside. It passes near the Pierre d’Orgeval, a local landmark, then heads towards Fontaine Chaude, a spring that maintains a constant temperature all year round.
A short walk around Marizy, taking in the Pierre d’Orgeval and the Étang Neuf
8.32 mi
+446 ft
-453 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Marizy (Saône-et-Loire)
A short walk around Marizy will take you into the countryside to discover the Pierre d’Orgeval hidden in the forest, the ancient Roman road and the Étang Neuf, tucked away in the middle of the Bois de Montchappa.
Rigny-sur-Arroux circular
5.62 mi
+285 ft
-289 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Rigny-sur-Arroux (Saône-et-Loire)
This circular route takes you up to the heights of Rigny-sur-Arroux. The route is mainly on paths and through the forest.
Route du Bois du Nom
Tourist office9.93 mi
+466 ft
-446 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Toulon-sur-Arroux (Saône-et-Loire)
Starting from Toulon-sur-Arroux, this route winds its way through forests, meadows and footpaths. It follows the River Arroux and passes through the village of Montmort, offering a true immersion in the heart of nature.
The banks of the Arroux
Association / Club / Walk leader5.56 mi
+262 ft
-272 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Toulon-sur-Arroux (Saône-et-Loire)
The banks of the Arroux. An easy route for nature lovers. To be enjoyed again and again with friends or family.
Circular tour of Toulon-sur-Arroux via Le Verger and Chard
6.38 mi
+538 ft
-525 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Toulon-sur-Arroux (Saône-et-Loire)
A walk for lovers of peace and nature, in the countryside around Toulon-sur-Arroux.
La Croix Racot
4.23 mi
+351 ft
-358 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Vallier (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
A walk through meadows and woods, with some beautiful views.
Uxeau circular route via the Étang de Chevalot
7.42 mi
+584 ft
-587 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Uxeau (Saône-et-Loire)
A circular route on the hills above Gueugnon around the hamlet of Uxeau. The route alternates between forest paths, dirt tracks and small tarmac roads. It passes by the Étang de Chevalot and the hamlet of Petit Dardon.
Uxeau circular loop via Mont Dardon
7.68 mi
+879 ft
-883 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Uxeau (Saône-et-Loire)
A lovely circular walk along country lanes and through woodland. The walk takes you around Mont Dardon, passing numerous chestnut trees.
Grand Tour of Saint-Julien-de-Civry
17.30 mi
+1,873 ft
-1,873 ft
9h 35
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Julien-de-Civry (Saône-et-Loire)
In the heart of the Brionnais region, this walk invites you to immerse yourself in a well-preserved bocage landscape, typical of southern Burgundy. An ideal walk for nature lovers. Panoramic views, a castle, wash houses, traditional houses, woods, ponds, a spring… everything you need to enjoy the Brionnais.
La Sorme from the dike
4.34 mi
+115 ft
-115 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Blanzy (Saône-et-Loire)
An easy, pleasant walk near the Etang de la Sorme. Beautiful scenery and little change in altitude.A few stretches on tarmac, but not very busy.
The hillside walk from Beaubery
8.97 mi
+1,017 ft
-1,010 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Beaubery (Saône-et-Loire)
Starting from the village of Beaubery, this walk offers a wonderful immersion in the heart of the Charolais bocage. The route winds its way through hills and along small country lanes, revealing sweeping views.
Around Montmort
6.43 mi
+440 ft
-453 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Montmort (Saône-et-Loire)
This circular walk, starting from the charming hamlet of Montmort, takes you through lovely woodland on the edge of the Morvan. The route follows mainly footpaths that are ablaze with flowers in spring.
From Verosvres to Chevagny-sur-Guye via the GR®7
15.14 mi
+1,322 ft
-1,841 ft
10h 10
Difficult
Departure from Verosvres (Saône-et-Loire)
On the GR®7 trail between the Col des Vaux, in the commune of Verosvres, and Chevagny-sur-Guye, passing by the Butte de Suin
This is a very quiet section of the GR®7. There are no signposts at some junctions and no footprints in the tall grass to mark the route, so you must take an IGN map with you, although a GPS device is preferable.
This section of the GR® needs to be more popular, as it is not difficult and offers beautiful scenery. The view from the Butte de Suin is magnificent.
From Verosvres to Mont Rigaud via the GR®7
17.52 mi
+3,451 ft
-1,529 ft
11h 05
Very difficult
Departure from Verosvres (Saône-et-Loire)
On the GR®7 trail, between the Col des Vaux in the commune of Verosvres and Mont Rigaud, passing through the village of Saint-Bonnet-des-Bruyères.
There are many shaded sections in the forest and beautiful landscapes.
The trail is sometimes unmarked, so bring an IGN map, but it is preferable to have a GPS device.