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Saint-Léger-Vauban walks
The Bois de Saint-Léger-Vauban and the Abbaye de la Pierre-qui-Vire
Visorando Member
8.60 mi
+778 ft
-781 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Léger-Vauban (Yonne)
This forest walk takes you around the woods of the village of Saint-Léger-Vauban in the Yonne. You’ll pass by the Abbaye de la Pierre-qui-Vire for a well-deserved break. Saint-Léger-Vauban, as its name suggests, is the birthplace of Marshal Vauban, the famous French military engineer. There is a small museum on the square. The first section (up to the abbey) follows the yellow and red markings of the GRP® Tour du Morvan.
Trinquelin Gorges
4.29 mi
+472 ft
-502 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Léger-Vauban (Yonne)
A short walk from the Abbaye de la Pierre-qui-Vire, which first follows theGRP® Tour du Morvan, passes through the village of Trinquelin and then follows the Trinquelin valley. The abbey is located in the territory of Saint-Léger-Vauban, but can also be reached from Saint-Agnan.
The Avallonais trails around Quarré-les-Tombes
9.16 mi
+978 ft
-1,007 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Quarré-les-Tombes (Yonne)
A walk in the northern part of the commune of Quarré-les-Tombes, following several sections ofthe GRP® de l’Avallonais, criss-crossing the Morvan. The elevation gain is fairly gentle despite two significant climbs. The walk takes in a variety of paths and small roads. A few small viewpoints are scattered along the route.
Walk around the Bois au Duc from Quarré-les-Tombes
4.05 mi
+486 ft
-495 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Quarré-les-Tombes (Yonne)
This walk will take you round the village via the south and the Bois au Duc.
The village takes its name from the numerous stone vaults surrounding the church.
You’ll walk past the fallow deer park. The deer aren’t shy, and you can often spot one or two.
A fairly family-friendly route. Don’t forget to wear suitable footwear.
Circular route between the Étang du Griottier and the Rocher de la Pérouse
9.01 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,198 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Quarré-les-Tombes (Yonne)
Starting from the water source, this hike takes you to the highest point in the Yonne and the Rocher de la Pérouse, which offers a magnificent view of the Nièvre and the commune of Dun-les-Places.
From the Étang du Griottier Blanc to the Îles Ménéfriers
8.37 mi
+1,168 ft
-1,168 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Quarré-les-Tombes (Yonne)
A walk through the forest at Le Duc and along the River Cure, exploring the south-western part of the village of Quarré-les-Tombes. A mainly woodland walk, following or crossing the River Cure. The ascent and descent take place at the start and end of the walk.
Circular route via the ponds and Huis Châtelain
2.62 mi
+226 ft
-226 ft
1h 25
Moderate
Departure from Quarré-les-Tombes (Yonne)
A circular loop featuring a descent through the forest of the Vallon des Châtelains and a climb back up a quiet little road.
Lac Saint-Agnan towards the Abbey of La Pierre-qui-Vire
4.68 mi
+410 ft
-417 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Agnan (Nièvre) (Nièvre)
Walk through the forest, part of which runs alongside the River Trinquelin and moorland.
Halfway along the route, you will pass the Abbaye de la Pierre-qui-Vire.
Short circular loop of La Cure near Vieux Dun
3.28 mi
+410 ft
-420 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Dun-les-Places (Nièvre)
A short family walk. You start by going up the road, then descend along a magnificent path through woods of oak, beech, holly and hazel trees to La Cure, from where you climb back up to the starting point.
On the banks of the Cure at Vieux Dun
7.08 mi
+755 ft
-764 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Dun-les-Places (Nièvre)
A delightful escape into the heart of nature, accompanied by the Cure. Magnificent and relaxing.
The section along the Cure requires a bit of gymnastics on two occasions, but it is very accessible for anyone who walks regularly, so do not worry.
Trail around Lac de Saint-Agnan
5.19 mi
+138 ft
-118 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Agnan (Nièvre) (Nièvre)
With a surface area of 140ha, Lac de Saint-Agnan is a popular spot for fishing and family picnics. The tour of the lake is an easy stroll that offers a variety of views over the lake. It also offers the chance to discover a peat bog on a specially prepared path.
The Crescent Dam and Chastellux Castle
6.95 mi
+702 ft
-725 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-des-Champs (Yonne)
Between Saint-Germain and Chastellux, a walk in the northern Morvan, through pastures, meadows, woods and hamlets. This is initially a rural route that joins the road after passing the dam. The path then becomes more wooded until it passes under the bridge of the main road. The final few kilometres follow a small road. As well as the Crescent reservoir, you can admire the beautiful Château de Chastellux. There is also a short passage under a small aqueduct, which is actually an underground river that required a small structure due to the terrain.
The Cousin Valley starting from Magny
6.67 mi
+604 ft
-587 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Magny (Yonne) (Yonne)
This relaxing route, which is entirely shaded except between points (6) and (7) (approx. 600 m), offers a pleasant way to follow the course of the river and discover a fly-fishing route.
Boucle de la Rivière le Cousin depuis Magny
7.32 mi
+686 ft
-702 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Magny (Yonne) (Yonne)
Accessible à deux tours de roue d'Avallon, la commune de Magny est un village paisible peu fréquenté. Voici une petite randonnée rafraîchissante dans la forêt, le long de la rivière avec quelques montées faciles et idéalement réparties sur le trajet.
Cousin Valley in Avallon
10.42 mi
+1,175 ft
-1,184 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Avallon (Yonne)
The title of the hike refers to the two main attractions: the Cousin valley and the old town of Avallon. The rest of the walk takes you along pleasant forest and country paths, offering different views of these two highlights of local tourism.