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Saint-Sernin-du-Bois - Écuisses
Association / Club / Walk leader
12.02 mi
+794 ft
-1,293 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Sernin-du-Bois (Saône-et-Loire)
This hike is part of the Grande Traversée de la Bourgogne du Sud (Great Crossing of Southern Burgundy) route, which, together with the Grande Traversée de l'Yonne and the Grande Traversée du Morvan, make up the Via Burgundia. This long route, which runs from Montereau-Fault-Yonne to Macon, allows you to discover the Eternal Burgundy and stretches for almost 500 km. You can find out more on the website.
Tour of the Brandon Pond in Saint-Pierre-de-Varennes
Visorando Member
2.54 mi
+69 ft
-75 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Varennes (Saône-et-Loire)
Walk around the lake through the undergrowth, past beautiful rocks and the TGV line. This unpretentious route is more suited to people staying nearby who want to get some fresh air for an hour or have a picnic. There are few people on the path, if any, outside the summer season.
Between Étang de Brandon and Tour de Champitaux
6.12 mi
+354 ft
-331 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Varennes (Saône-et-Loire)
A picturesque walk through the hills and ponds, allowing walkers to experience the still-vivid memories of the Middle Ages.
West of Le Creusot via Montcenis
8.92 mi
+1,056 ft
-1,056 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Le Creusot (Saône-et-Loire)
A walk through rolling countryside, with beautiful views, little tarmac, a stroll through the village of Montcenis and a distinctive neighbourhood of Le Creusot, ‘Les Combes’.
Jean Garnier Stadium – La Chaume – Les Combes – La Verrerie
6.19 mi
+663 ft
-653 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Le Creusot (Saône-et-Loire)
A short walk in the hills above Le Creusot, passing the Combes orientation table before crossing through the Parc de la Verrerie and its château.
A circular route with a large car park at the start, accessible by bus.
Écuisses - Buxy
13.07 mi
+1,217 ft
-1,309 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Écuisses (Saône-et-Loire)
This is the third section of the southern Burgundy crossing, which is part of the VIA Burgundia. From the confluence of the Yonne and Seine rivers in Montereau-Fault-Yonne, it crosses the whole of Burgundy to reach Macon. It is also the Eternal Burgundy trail, where history blends with heritage to reveal the region's beautiful natural surroundings.
Between Marmagne and St Symphorien on the heights of the Mesvrin valley
6.56 mi
+705 ft
-722 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Marmagne (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
A beautiful, undulating walk with stunning views of Marmagne, Saint-Symphorien and the Mesvrin valley.
Marnay Lakes Circular starting from Marmagne
5.00 mi
+709 ft
-738 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Marmagne (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
The route offers several views of Marmagne, Saint-Symphorien and the Mesvrin valley, with a long stretch through the woods and a section over the Mesvrin.
From the Mesvrin valley to the Brume valley
9.97 mi
+1,821 ft
-1,850 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Marmagne (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
Beautiful views of the Mesvrin and Brume valleys amidst numerous wooded areas.
Couches Castle and the Couches region
9.65 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,142 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Couches (Saône-et-Loire)
Couches, a town situated along the Roman road from Lyon to Paris, is steeped in history. This walk will allow you to discover Couches’s castle, Saint Martin’s Church, the Guérin and Pajole Towers and the priory. The Couches region also has a wealth of wash houses, several of which are located along the route.
Forests and streams around La Croix Blanchot
7.56 mi
+791 ft
-791 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Marmagne (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
A walk in the heart of nature through mainly shaded areas.
Forêt de Planoise (forest) and Etang du Martinet (pond)
4.75 mi
+341 ft
-341 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Antully (Saône-et-Loire)
Lovely walk along the water's edge and through the forest on easy paths.
From Étang de Montchanin to Étang Berthaud
6.13 mi
+174 ft
-167 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Écuisses (Saône-et-Loire)
From the Étang de Montchanin, which is reserved for fishing, to the Étang Berthaud, which is open for swimming and fishing, walk along the Canal du Centre (this canal connects the Loire to the Saône between Digoin and Châlon sur Saône) between the Pont Jeanne Rose and the first lock on the Atlantic side, passing by the dam, a path with information about the local flora and fauna, the dyke and Berthaud beach, Montchanin le Haut (commune of Saint-Eusèbe), and Le Bon Enfant (hamlet of Saint-Laurent-d'Andenay).
From Saint-Laurent d'Andenay to Écuisses
7.10 mi
+361 ft
-381 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-d'Andenay (Saône-et-Loire)
During this hike, you will leave from the entrance to Saint-Laurent d'Andenay and head to the village of Écuisses along the RCEA (Route Centre Europe Atlantique), then cross Écuisses les Sept-Écluses via the greenway along the Canal du Centre. In Écuisses, you have the option of visiting the Canal Museum and Villa Perrusson. Then, still following the greenway, you will reach the Jeanne Rose bridge and your starting point via the D18.
Dracy-lès-Couches circular loop via the Chemin des Romains
4.93 mi
+341 ft
-344 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Dracy-lès-Couches (Saône-et-Loire)
Dracy-lès-Couches is a rural village with vineyards, woods and meadows. The village is situated 3 km from Couches along the Chemin des Romains, which in ancient times linked the city of Marseille to Boulogne-sur-Mer. During the walk, you can catch a glimpse of Couches Castle.
A circular to the west of Saint-Laurent-d'Andenay
7.51 mi
+308 ft
-328 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-d'Andenay (Saône-et-Loire)
Saint-Laurent d'Andenay, a small village near Montchanin, is crossed by the Paris-Marseille TGV line. During this walk, you can take a picnic break on the banks of the pond, where tables are available.
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