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Saint-Symphorien-des-Bois walks
Hamlets and heritage of the Pays Sans'Freinois
Tourist office
9.29 mi
+673 ft
-686 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Symphorien-des-Bois (Saône-et-Loire)
A walk rich in heritage and charm, taking in the hamlet of Giverdier with its Brionnaise-style houses and the hamlet of Saint-Georges. You can also admire Drée Castle, Baubigny Pond and the Romanesque Chapel of Saint-Prix.
Introductory course starting from Colombier-en-Brionnais
Visorando Member1.99 mi
+203 ft
-210 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Colombier-en-Brionnais (Saône-et-Loire)
A discovery walk, specially designed for children.
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.
The mills of Brionnais-Pays Clayettois
9.22 mi
+850 ft
-879 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Gibles (Saône-et-Loire)
A beautiful, easy walk in the Brionnais-Pays Clayettois region, surrounded by peace and greenery. The route allows you to discover some of the ponds and old grain mills.
The Montagne de Dun and the Mussy Viaduct
10.62 mi
+1,647 ft
-1,617 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Varennes-sous-Dun (Saône-et-Loire)
Discover the Clayettois region, heading for one of its most beautiful viewpoints: the Montagne de Dun. Beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and the Mussy Viaduct, listed as a historic monument.
Brionnais bocage from Oyé
12.95 mi
+1,096 ft
-1,083 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Oyé (Saône-et-Loire)
A 20 km route through the heart of the Charolais countryside, passing through meadows, hedgerows and traditional farmhouses. Discover an authentic rural landscape and Charolais cattle in a preserved natural setting. This walk will take you towards Chaumont Castle, which you can see from the road.
Route des Clochers from Chassigny-sous-Dun
10.92 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,437 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Chassigny-sous-Dun (Saône-et-Loire)
With shaded paths and splendid panoramic views, treat yourself to a break in the countryside. Discover the Mussy-sous-Dun Viaduct, the Romanesque Chapel of Chassigny, and La Madone for a breathtaking view. A short detour to the Chapel of Dun, along the route, will allow you to enjoy one of the region’s most beautiful viewpoints.
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.
The Montagne de Dun
6.78 mi
+1,339 ft
-1,332 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Mussy-sous-Dun (Saône-et-Loire)
A walk through a key site in the history of southern Brionnais, with varied panoramic views towards the Morvan to the north, the Monts de la Madeleine to the west, and the entire Beaujolais Massif to the south.
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The foothills of Dunet from Anglure-sous-Dun via Les Forestiers
5.27 mi
+1,070 ft
-1,056 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Anglure-sous-Dun (Saône-et-Loire)
The valleys and foothills south of Montagne de Dunet (736m) and Dun (709m) through the bocage and forests.
The ridges of Montagne de Saint-Cyr
6.03 mi
+1,033 ft
-1,004 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Matour (Saône-et-Loire)
Large circular figure-of-eight on Mont Saint-Cyr (771m) located near Montmelard, Aigueperse and Matour
starting from En Crozan (769m).
Discover beautiful panoramic views of the Morvan, Mont Blanc, Mont Saint-Rigaud and Puy de Dôme. Wander through meadows, Douglas firs, holly, beech and oak trees.
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.
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.
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.
Route des parcs et jardins de Paray-le-Monial
3.81 mi
+105 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.
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.