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Sainte-Colombe-sur-Loing walks
On the Forterre side, the Moulin Buteau and the Source de la Pisserote
Visorando Member
4.20 mi
+210 ft
-190 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Colombe-sur-Loing (Yonne)
A historical and cultural route on the border between Puisaye and Forterre, with some beautiful views.
From the Côte de Labert to the bell tower
4.14 mi
+312 ft
-240 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Colombe-sur-Loing (Yonne)
From the village, this path follows part of the ridges of the hill separating the two natural regions of Puisaye to the west and Forterre to the east.
Springs, fountains and wash houses
9.43 mi
+568 ft
-587 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Colombe-sur-Loing (Yonne)
Marked trail No. 7.A hike focusing on springs and wash houses. All these springs feed the Paris Basin via the water table and the Seine via the Loing. Superbly well-marked route (No. 7) with no damage to the natural environment (no more paint on trees, monuments or houses). This route can be done on horseback or by mountain bike (in the opposite direction if possible).
On the heights of La Pisserote
6.65 mi
+502 ft
-492 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Colombe-sur-Loing (Yonne)
Suitable for walking, mountain biking or horse riding on the border between the Puisaye and Forterre regions. Beautiful heritage sites and interesting views.
The source of the Loing
5.17 mi
+348 ft
-328 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Colombe-sur-Loing (Yonne)
Discover the sources of the Seine catchment area, wash houses and scenic viewpoints.
Les sources - The springs
6.29 mi
+367 ft
-374 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Lainsecq (Yonne)
Marked hike N°8.
You will see no less than 8 fountains and 6 wash-houses on this rather easy hike, ideal for family walks. A few picnics spots are available here and there, to take a break and enjoy a relaxing moment (Fountain of the Moon, of the Pisserotte .....) Even though there are some hills along the way, it is a very pleasant walk with a lot of historical heritage spots to be discovered.
Also good for mountain biking.
Heritage walk in Perreuse
1.68 mi
+171 ft
-171 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Treigny (Yonne)
A short walk to discover a village in the Puisaye region, Perreuse, which boasts a remarkable architectural heritage, including a church with a mural, a few pretty medieval houses, a wash house with a basin, a lovely fountain, and a lime tree known as the ‘Sully lime tree’.
Panoramas and orientation table at Perreuse
4.76 mi
+282 ft
-289 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Treigny (Yonne)
Marked walk No. 25.
A sweeping view of the landscape stretching from Forterre to Puisaye, overlooking the ridges of the Morvan, the Sancerrois and the Loire Valley. This walk, with a slight elevation gain, offers not only this panoramic view but also a chance to delve into the history of this village with its picturesque houses and the Sully lime tree.
La Marlée wash house, orientation board and source of the Loing
5.93 mi
+364 ft
-341 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Treigny (Yonne)
From the hilltop village of Perreuse (in the commune of Treigny), this walk will have you dreaming of the Atlantic or the English Channel. The waters of the two springs on this route, though so close to one another, will only mix once they reach the ocean!
Treigny - Druyes-les-Belles-Fontaines
Association / Club / Walk leader15.94 mi
+869 ft
-1,079 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from Treigny (Yonne)
From castle to castle from the village of Treigny, taking in Ratilly and Guédelon, via Perreuse and its former barony, to reach Druyes-les-Belles-Fontaines and the view of its fortified castle.
Water and Woods Hiking Trail
8.68 mi
+535 ft
-554 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Treigny (Yonne)
Marked hike N°24.
Leaving from the fairground, you will walk along paths that have a mysterious past and are steeped in legends.
View of the Forterre
5.12 mi
+486 ft
-495 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Treigny (Yonne)
Marked route No. 22.
Passing by the cathedral of Puisaye, a tour of the heights to discover vast horizons, alternating landscapes of large-scale farming and forests, dotted with springs. And then, Perreuse, a magnificent village with a rich history.
Guédelon’s Path
6.07 mi
+269 ft
-256 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Treigny (Yonne)
Market circuit n°23.
In an hour walking, rendezvous in the 13th century, on a legendary path and meet the middle-age castles builders.
The Woods of Legends
7.14 mi
+417 ft
-436 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Treigny (Yonne)
A trail rich in heritage, featuring traditional pottery, Ratilly Castle – a former water tower now converted into an observatory and exhibition centre – and, of course, the sunken paths lined with hedges.
La Croix Saint-Jean
3.05 mi
+223 ft
-223 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Treigny (Yonne)
Marked route No. 21.A very pretty route for a short family hike, discovering the Vrille at the very beginning of the route with a ford crossing on the Pont des Canards, then, after the Croix Saint-Jean, another crossing on a stone bridge (the springs are a few hundred metres away). On the way back, you pass in front of the Saint-Symphorien church.
The wash houses
13.88 mi
+974 ft
-945 ft
7h 15
Moderate
Departure from Thury (Yonne) (Yonne)
Marked route No. 9.From wash house to wash house, passing close to old underground limestone quarries and ancient Neolithic and Palaeolithic sites, this route circles the commune. At each crossroads, you can head into the village centre. There are beautiful views along much of the route.Please note: this route is reserved for walkers. For mountain bikers, hybrid cyclists or horse riders, this route is designed for you.
The wash houses and thatched roofs of Thury by mountain bike
13.72 mi
+1,004 ft
-991 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Thury (Yonne) (Yonne)
A mountain bike route for hiking enthusiasts, featuring natural and built heritage. A real treat! But do stay safe!
From Thury to Lainsecq via the Montagne des Alouettes
9.19 mi
+699 ft
-617 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Thury (Yonne) (Yonne)
Pass by the Moulery wash house and the Roman road with panoramic views of Puisaye, Forterre, Frétoy Forest and Druyes Castle.
Between the Fossés Noirs and the Pierre Noire
4.30 mi
+262 ft
-194 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Thury (Yonne) (Yonne)
Starting from St Julien church, follow the paths to reach the Moulin de Hausse Côte.
Sentier de la Folie
7.28 mi
+289 ft
-262 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye (Yonne)
Marked hike N°2.
A hike in the heart of the birthplace of Colette. Through woods and passing by ponds, often described in her work.
L'Orme du Pont by bike from Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye
7.73 mi
+381 ft
-364 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye (Yonne)
After a brief incursion into the grounds of the Colette castle/museum and the passage at the foot of the Saracen tower, this walk continues through the countryside along the lanes of the Puisaye.
Between Puisaye and Forterre: water and woodland
18.39 mi
+1,273 ft
-1,283 ft
9h 35
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye (Yonne)
A tour of Puisaye in the land of Colette and the Potiers, through its picturesque villages, heritage and landscapes where land, water and forests meet.
Colette Trail
3.69 mi
+292 ft
-318 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye (Yonne)
Marked Trail No. 1.This trail, dedicated to Colette, was opened in 1993 by pupils from the Collège Colette in Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye.All along this path, everything evokes the stories of this writer, who was born in Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye in 1873. She described her native region so vividly – even though she used different names for the villages and characters – that every nook and cranny exudes the spirit of her literature.Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye is listed among the ‘Cités de caractères de Bourgogne – Franche-Comté’ villages.
L'étang de Moutiers depuis Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye
6.01 mi
+253 ft
-269 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye (Yonne)
From Colette's birthplace, discover the greenways, the village of Moutiers and the Moutiers pond, where a few water chestnuts still float.Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye is listed as one of the "Cités de caractères de Bourgogne - Franche-Comté" (villages of character in Burgundy-Franche-Comté).
The pond and heritage of Moutiers-en-Puisaye
5.71 mi
+217 ft
-233 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Moutiers-en-Puisaye (Yonne)
Starting from the village of Moutiers-en-Puisaye, cross the Loing, pass through woods, enjoy a beautiful view of the ruins of the old abbey and the pond, whilst discovering the local heritage.
The Moutiers pond
8.43 mi
+423 ft
-413 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Moutiers-en-Puisaye (Yonne)
Marked trail No. 3.From the church with its magnificent murals, pass the Gué Ricart, discover the Moutiers pond via the Marseillaise, then the undergrowth before reaching Saint-Sauveur, Pays de Colette and her birthplace.
Three Lakes Route
7.45 mi
+338 ft
-344 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Moutiers-en-Puisaye (Yonne)
Marked trail No. 44.Through woods and farmland, passing by ponds, discover the environments where the earth is shaped into artistic creations and pottery.
L'Orme du Pont from Moutiers-en-Puisaye
5.69 mi
+371 ft
-351 ft
1 hr
Easy
Departure from Moutiers-en-Puisaye (Yonne)
An all-season trail in this region of Puisaye amid hedges (bouchures), heritage, and legends.
Moutiers en Puisaye and its ponds
6.93 mi
+394 ft
-387 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Moutiers-en-Puisaye (Yonne)
From this old pottery village, discover the ponds and small paths that make Puisaye so charming. If you are keen on wildlife or landscape photography, you will be delighted. If you are discreet, you will be able to see many varieties of ducks on the ponds, as well as herons and egrets. Sometimes you may be surprised by the passage of deer or roe deer and even nutria along the Loing.
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