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As for the ‘binges’
Visorando Member
5.97 mi
+318 ft
-318 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Aubinges (Cher)
A walk starting from Aubinges towards the vineyards of Saint-Céols (the smallest commune in the Cher department) and Morogues. Part of these paths is used at night by the famous Bourges–Sancerre walk.
This route, situated at the foot of the Sancerre foothills, offers breathtaking views of the Berry countryside.
Walk around Morogues
4.99 mi
+410 ft
-407 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Morogues (Cher)
The suggested ride around Morogues will allow you to discover the different landscapes of this area: passing through vineyards, with views of the Berry countryside or the Sancerre region.
It is a hilly route without any major difficulties that can be covered by mountain bike.
Around Morogues
8.15 mi
+712 ft
-735 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Morogues (Cher)
In the foothills of the Sancerre region, overlooking the Berry countryside, come and discover some of the Morogues vineyards that produce the renowned AOC wines of Ménetou-Salon.
This is also the starting point for the famous Morogues-Sancerre hike, which many people do at night and don't get to enjoy the scenery.
On the way back, depending on the weather, you may be able to see Bourges Cathedral and the Berry countryside.
Walk around Parassy and Les Aix-d’Angillon
9.70 mi
+262 ft
-262 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Soulangis (Cher)
The suggested route, at the foot of the Sancerre foothills, is not particularly difficult. This circular route, which crosses the fields, will take you to the edge of the vineyards on the slopes of Parassy. You may also have the chance to spot some roe deer.
This route can also be tackled by mountain bike.
Route around Parassy
6.49 mi
+505 ft
-525 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Parassy (Cher)
On the border between Sancerre and Champagne Berrichonne, this route starts in Parassy and allows you to discover part of the vineyards of the famous Ménetou AOC. This route, which follows part ofthe GR®31, also offers a short climb to the Bois de Michavant, where you can admire Champagne Berrichonne dominated by Bourges Cathedral.
Around Soulangis
8.58 mi
+213 ft
-217 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Soulangis (Cher)
Located north-east of Bourges and on the edge of the Menetou-Salon vineyards, this walk takes you through the countryside around Soulangis.
From the village to the Menetou-Salon pond
3.87 mi
+322 ft
-344 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Menetou-Salon (Cher)
Things to see: wash houses, fishpond, deer park, Étang de Farge, view of the castle and its vineyard, scenic spots, local heritage.
Follow the signs marked with a yellow bunch of grapes.
Amidst the orchards and vineyards of Menetou-Salon
8.24 mi
+600 ft
-610 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Menetou-Salon (Cher)
During this walk, you can explore the Farges pond and the viewpoint, from the top of which you can admire the Church of Saint Pierre in Menetou-Salon. And, of course, our vineyards.
Follow the signposting marked with a bunch of blue grapes.
Around Moulins-sur-Yèvre
4.38 mi
+59 ft
-59 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Moulins-sur-Yèvre (Cher)
This route takes you past the saffron well, the saffron farm (visits by appointment) and then along a shaded section of the Tripande before climbing through the fields overlooking Moulins-sur-Yèvre. You may encounter deer here.
Amidst apple trees and ponds in Saint-Palais
7.52 mi
+240 ft
-233 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Palais (Cher) (Cher)
A lovely circular route starting from Saint-Palais (Cher), a village known for its pottery market and apple orchards. It mainly follows paths through woodland and takes you through unspoilt countryside dotted with ponds.
The Bourges Marsh
2.89 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Bourges (Cher)
This route allows you to discover the marsh, which has been shaped since 1640, when the city of Bourges sold part of its communal land to turn it into usable gardens.The marsh workers surrounded these marshes with outer ditches, dug inner ditches and established service roads.You will discover this work and these gardeners through a superb family walk.
Bourges: the old town and marshes loop
5.94 mi
+92 ft
-92 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Bourges (Cher)
This walk combines a tour of the old town and its main points of interest (including the cathedral, the Palais Jacques Cœur, and streets and alleys lined with beautiful half-timbered houses) with the classic route through the Bourges marshes at the foot of the medieval town (with its many waterways and small market gardens developed since the 17th century). The route through the old town is a minimum loop for those in a hurry, but there's nothing to stop you zigzagging around it to discover little gems around every corner.
Circular south of Bourges
34.84 mi
+397 ft
-371 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Bourges (Cher)
Starting from the water tower at Place Séraucourt, this is a pleasant circular of around 60 kilometres, with no particular difficulties.
Loop at the foot of Sancerre
8.06 mi
+1,132 ft
-1,161 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Sancerre (Cher)
Hike through the vineyards, with beautiful views of the Loire.
A circular loop at the foot of Sancerre, starting from Amigny
Association / Club / Walk leader
2.59 mi
+276 ft
-276 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Sancerre (Cher)
Walk organised by the Parents’ Association of Sancerre’s state schools, starting from Amigny. A short, easy walk through the Sancerre vineyards.
The Asnières footpaths and vineyard huts via Bourges West
26.27 mi
+364 ft
-364 ft
5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Bourges (Cher)
A ride following the 19th-century ‘sentes’ in Asnières, the disused Orléans railway line, and the heritage trail of the vineyard huts near Vasselay.
Return via the unassuming but very beautiful Edouard André Garden, planted with flowers, shrubs and rare trees.
Bourges – Saint-Just – Route No. 01 of the Tour de Bourges
19.35 mi
+177 ft
-164 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Bourges (Cher)
Link No. 01. A connecting walk to the ‘Le Tour de Bourges’ route, taking in the Berry Canal and its old locks, which have unfortunately been decommissioned.
Circular route to the east of Bengy-sur-Craon
5.49 mi
+131 ft
-138 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Bengy-sur-Craon (Cher)
A short, easy walk through wooded countryside and arable fields in the Champagne-Berrichonne region.
Bengy-sur-Craon is situated between Bourges and Nevers on the D976.
In the heart of the Sancerre vineyards - Chavignol and its surroundings
6.95 mi
+764 ft
-764 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Verdigny (Cher)
During this hike, you will almost always have a view of the entire vineyard and Sancerre. Depending on the season, you will see the pruning of the vines or the grape harvest. You will pass by the highest "peaks" in the region.
Through the Sancerre vineyards between Verdigny and Sury-en-Vaux.
7.08 mi
+761 ft
-741 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Verdigny (Cher)
A hike that takes place mainly among vineyards and offers beautiful panoramic views of Sancerre and its surrounding countryside. Numerous wayside crosses, two wash houses and the village of Sury-en-Vaux, with its beautiful old houses and church, add a touch of heritage to the route.
Hike designed by the Grand Sancerrois Tourist Office.