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Saligny-sur-Roudon walks
Puy Saint-Ambroise - Château de Coulon - Château de la Varenne
Starting from Puy Saint-Ambroise, you will see two castles on this 15 km route.
Tour of Saint-Léon
Long tour of the village of Saint-Léon, ending at the summit of Puy Saint-Ambroise.
Le Puy Saint-Ambroise
Le Puy Saint-Ambroise overlooks the plateaus of the Sologne Bourbonnaise. At an average altitude of 436 metres, it offers a vast panorama, to the north over the Morvan, to the south-east over the Monts du Lyonnais, and to the south-west over the Chaîne des Puys and the Massif du Sancy.
Circular Châtelperron starting from Jaligny-sur-Besbre
Hike starting from Jaligny secondary school, mostly on farm tracks and paths with around 35% tarmac, passing through the village of Chatelperron where you can see the fortified castle, listed as a Historic Monument: private property, not open to visitors. Beautiful scenery in good weather on the Colombier ridge. Beautiful view of the castle on its rocky outcrop on the descent from La Roche. A small museum of local prehistory and a restaurant are located on the route at Chatelperron station. The return journey is partly along the "Chemin du Tacot", an old railway line.
Loop via the Canal du Centre and the RCEA from Saint-Vincent-Bragny
Magnificent landscape without too much elevation gain. Very pleasant hike as there is little traffic, even on the roads. Please note: there are no water sources for 35 km. You will need to bring supplies for this long, pleasant route along the water's edge in the forest and along the RCEA. You can stop at a bakery about halfway along the route in Paray-le-Monial.
The Beaver Trail, Allier Nature Reserve
A round trip on the Sentier aménagé des Castors (Beaver Trail) from Moulins, along the banks of the Allier.
Woods and valley of Semur-en-Brionnais
Hike around a village listed among the most beautiful villages in France. This route, which follows hiking trails and slightly stony paths, offers beautiful panoramic views and allows you to enjoy the Brionnais countryside. Before or after your walk, a visit to the historic village square is a must (10th-century castle, St Hilaire Collegiate Church, etc.).
Hedgerows and heritage of Semur-en-Brionnais
Route around a village listed among the most beautiful villages in France. After enjoying the rolling countryside through meadows, a visit to the historic village square is a must:10th-century castle (the oldest in Burgundy), Saint-Hilaire Collegiate Church.
To preserve the authentic character of the village, it is recommended that you park in one of the car parks (see Practical Information).
Strolling and museums in Moulins
On the agenda for a busy day: a visit to the unmissable National Centre for Stage Costumes, which alone is worth a detour to Moulins; you'll still have time to cross the Allier to stroll through the shopping streets and the historic district, perhaps visiting one or two other museums.The time indicated for this trip does not, of course, take into account visits to the various museums.
Route from Châteauroux to Isserpent
Route starting from Isserpent, a small village at the foot of the Bourbonnais mountains, 15 km east of Vichy.
An easy hike through the Bourbonnais countryside.
The Pisserote Waterfall
This hike will allow you to discover the Cascade de la Pisserote waterfall on the Barbenan.
The Briailles Hill
A family hike that passes through the vineyards of Saint-Pourçain.
From leats to Loge des Gardes
This stage crosses the highest villages in the Monts de la Madeleine, at an altitude of around 1,000 metres, and allows you to visit two major tourist attractions in St-Nicolas-des-Leat (03): the Allée des Géants and the Pierre Châtel. Most of the route is through deciduous forest, home to mushrooms. The stage ends at the Loge des Gardes sports resort, where accommodation is available (hotel-restaurant).
Puy du Roc route
Route from Puy du Roc starting from Chatel-Montagne in the Bourbonnais mountains.
Between Ambierle and Les Servajeans
Enjoy a lovely walk above Ambierle through fields and forests. Discover its magnificent church with its polychrome tiles.
The Jolan route
This hike starts in Nizerolles, a small village at the foot of the Monts de la Madeleine. It takes you across the River Jolan three times and partly follows the Tacot de la Montagne Bourbonnaise platform, the former departmental railway line that linked Vichy and Laprugne until 1949.
Bénisson-Dieu Abbey from Noailly
An easy walk from Noailly to Abbaye de la Bénisson-Dieu, passing Château de la Motte on the way back.
Around Molles
Hike route starting from Molles, a village at the foot of the Bourbonnais mountains, 17km east of Vichy.
The tour of Lake Saint-Clément
Since spring 2021, a path has been created around this artificial lake in the Bourbonnais mountains. This is a short, easy route on a very well-maintained path.
The Queen of the Waters
I suggest a short urban hike to discover Vichy, nicknamed "the Queen of Waters". This circuit takes you through the emblematic streets of Napoleon III's beloved city, lined with beautiful houses of eclectic architecture, as well as the shopping streets of the modern city and the parks along the Allier River. You can quench your thirst at the famous Source des Célestins.
Short circular from Saint-Maurice via Millay
A circular loop starting from Millay, allowing you to discover the southern Morvan up close with the cows. An easy hike, accessible for the whole family.
Coupe-Gorge and Fonds de Fer route
A lovely walk for those who enjoy combining walking with nature observation. Starting from Saint-Yorre, walk through the pleasant undergrowth following the course of the Andraux stream, then around the Coupe-Gorge and Fonts de Fer stream basins. Open views over the Monts Dômes, the Vichy plain and the Vernet hill.