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A path, a school: Les Lavoirs
Walking and hiking trails winding along the hillside above the Loire floodplain between Lestiou and Avaray. An excuse to discover two pretty little villages on the Loire, it also offers the surprise of six wash houses in just five kilometres. Very discreetly located, you have to take the time to look for them: the walk then becomes a treasure hunt with well-hidden treasures. The commune of Lestiou has two, while Avaray has four, including one oval wash house.
The Tour des Bordes in Lailly-en-Val
Following beautiful forest paths through the Bois de Vernou and its ponds, then skirting the Val d’Ardoux, this circular route takes you past the mills at Vezenne and then Chaffin, reminders of a rich history of activity in days gone by.
From Beaugency to the Eaux Bleues de Tavers
Starting in Beaugency, a medieval town rich in heritage, this hike leads to the Eaux Bleues de Tavers, the Ver Chapel and various wash houses, offering superb views of the Loire River.
Tour of Lailly-en-Val starting from Beaugency
This circular route starting from Beaugency is half in the Loire Valley and half in Sologne. It takes place mostly on quiet, relatively uncrowded paths.
Walk along the Ru in Beaugency
The town of Beaugency, steeped in history, owes its economic development from the 11th century onwards to the water mills used for milling. Following the Ru valley, this walk will take you past historic monuments and through varied landscapes.
Unexpected views in Beaugency
A word to photographers. Simply stroll along paths, through urban areas and beside rivers, and yet unexpected views suddenly appear. How many will you manage to capture?
The Sologne region of forests and ponds around Crouy-sur-Cosson
Like many villages in the Sologne region, Crouy-sur-Cosson combines forest landscapes, ponds and architectural heritage. The first part of the walk takes place on wide paths on the edge or in the heart of the forest; the second part is more varied, dotted with ponds, the Cosson river, grassy paths and hamlets.
Heading back up towards the source of the Tronne
A small stream originates in a place called Bausdisson.
It flows through the town from north to south and joins the Loire after a journey of around twelve kilometres.
This small river, called the Tronne, gives the town of Mer a certain charm.
In fact, Mera means "marsh" or "place covered with water" in Latin, which is the origin of the name Mer.
A circular tour of Chambord Castle starting from Mer
Chambord Castle is one of the most famous castles in the Loire Valley. This route takes you to the castle by bike; a hybrid bike is ideal. You’ll mainly be cycling on dedicated cycle paths, alternating between tarmac sections and well-maintained tracks. There are plenty of shaded sections through the forest, and the route runs briefly alongside the River Loire. A few beautiful churches line this route.
Along the Loire between Mer and Beaugency, left bank, right bank
A circular cycle route, preferably on a hybrid bike, which largely follows the ‘La Loire en Vélo’ cycle paths, on the left bank from Mer to Beaugency and then on the right bank from Beaugency back to Mer. You’ll enjoy beautiful views of the Loire as well as the chance to spot birds. The section through the medieval town of Beaugency adds a superb touch of heritage.
Along the Loire between Mer and Blois, left bank, right bank
A circular cycle route – preferably on a hybrid bike – which mainly follows the ‘La Loire en Vélo’ cycle paths, on the left bank from Mer to Blois and then on the right bank from Blois to Mer. You cycle alongside the Loire for many kilometres, offering beautiful scenery as well as the chance to spot birds. The town of Blois, with its rich heritage, offers the chance for a stop to explore the sights and enjoy some local cuisine.
Passing through Monçay via the Chemin des Cochons and the Chemin des Boeufs
The route winds through typical Sologne countryside with its wildlife, broom-covered heathland, woods, sheep pastures, areas of abandoned farmland and some cultivated fields.
Between forests and ponds around La Ferté-Saint-Cyr
Forests and ponds stretch out around La Ferté-Saint-Cyr, a typical village in the wooded and game-rich Sologne region, which has preserved its vast network of communal paths.
Circular route through the heart of Sologne via the GRP® trail from castle to castle...
On foot or by mountain bike, this is a mainly woodland route, dotted with numerous ponds. Ideal for nature lovers seeking peace and quiet, offering total immersion in the heart of the “Sologne des étangs”.
Passing through Le Rhuys
During this walk, you will see numerous ponds that are bird sanctuaries (herons, ducks, etc.), the Veillas stream and its fords, the typical brick castle of Les Rhuys, and perhaps large wild animals in this region of Sologne, which is rich in game.
Passing through La Motte Longuet
A route mainly through woodland, dotted with numerous ponds. Ideal for nature lovers seeking peace and quiet. An alternative route allows you to shorten the distance considerably.
Circular route in Sologne around La Ferté-Saint-Cyr
A route that runs mainly through woodland. The dense or sparse vegetation, consisting mainly of deciduous trees, along with streams and ponds, provides ideal habitats for birds and large wild animals.
Circular Bruyères via the Moulin Lauray Ford, La Ferté-Saint-Cyr
La Ferté-Saint-Cyr has preserved its many communal paths, all of which are marked and mostly protected from motorised vehicles.
This circular route takes you along a variety of paths, skirting meadows, woods and ponds, before entering the heart of the forest, an ideal place for wildlife watching.
The unique feature of this circular route is that it crosses the Cosson river twice, first via a narrow bridge and then via the Gué du Moulin Lauray ford; as you can imagine, you will need to take off your shoes.
A royal day out in Chambord
A lovely walk through the Chambord and Boulogne forests in the heart of Sologne.
The Loire from Dry
A circular route in the Loire Valley offering beautiful views of the royal river and its islands, not to mention its small tributary, the Ardoux. In spring and early summer, the route is dotted with splashes of colour from the various crops.
Between the Loire Valley and Sologne via the Chemin des Cochons
An easy walk through fields and woods. This is an opportunity to discover some beautiful ancient oak trees as well as a sinkhole – a collapse caused by the dissolution of limestone by groundwater – which is a curiosity of northern Sologne.
From Chambord to La Chaussée-le-Comte
This beautiful hike begins with an approach to the Château de Chambord along the left bank of the Cosson, then leaves the Chambord park to join the Chaussée le Compte before returning to it. The route offers beautiful views of one of the most beautiful châteaux in the Loire Valley, while winding its way through cultivated fields, woods and the vegetation associated with the Cosson, known as "ripisylve".
Chambord Castle and its lost paths
This walk in the grounds of Chambord begins by approaching the château along the left bank of the Cosson, continues along a small path winding through the forest and finally returns to the starting point via the right bank of the Cosson and the Pont Saint-Michel, offering a final, unforgettable view of the château.
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