Saint-Vallier (Saône-et-Loire) walks

A walk through meadows and woods, with some beautiful views.

An easy, pleasant walk near the Etang de la Sorme. Beautiful scenery and little change in altitude.A few stretches on tarmac, but not very busy.

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).

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.

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.

Hikers will enjoy discovering this "Mer de Pierre" (Sea of Stone) in the middle of the woods, recognised by specialists as a geological curiosity. Gaining altitude in its first section, the walk offers wide views of the Guye Valley to the east and the Baudots area to the north. Very shaded, the route then offers a few glimpses of the Charollais Mountains. See practical information.

A walk in the countryside of Genouilly, a small rural village in the Guye valley, between the limestone hillsides where vines grow and the granite forest chaos. Rivers, hedges and copses punctuate this hike, which follows paths and small roads.

This 10km loop hike starts from Saint-Clément-sur-Guye, with the Carapone at its highest point (440m), and takes in the villages of Saint-Clément-sur-Guye (Romanesque church listed as a historic monument in 1927, a tower to the east of the church), Rains, commune of Joncy (pretty stone houses), Le Petit Ballay, its square tower, its 'Murgers' (piles of stones removed from the vines), before Corcelles (hamlet of Saint-Clément).

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.

A short walk through meadows and vineyards, taking in the village of Saint-Martin-du-Tartre and its beautiful views.

The banks of the Arroux. An easy route for nature lovers. To be enjoyed again and again with friends or family.

Uchon is considered "the pearl of Morvan": a corner of unspoilt nature.

This short circuit, accessible to all, passes by several ponds and most of Uchon's rocky sites. 85% of the route is in the shade. It's a short walk, but you can enjoy a meal beforehand or afterwards at the Auberge de la Croix de Messire Jean (hostel).

The village of Saint-André-le-Désert is located between Clunisois and Charolais. I suggest this short walk in the heart of the Charolais cattle breeding region. The paths run through a landscape of rolling hills and hedgerows. You will pass through small hamlets with stone houses and places steeped in history. Suitable for families.

A beautiful, undulating walk with stunning views of Marmagne, Saint-Symphorien and the Mesvrin valley.

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.

Beautiful views of the Mesvrin and Brume valleys amidst numerous wooded areas.

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.