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Sancerre walks
Amidst vineyards and woodland south of Sancerre
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8.38 mi
+1,004 ft
-1,001 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Sancerre (Cher)
A walk starting from Sancerre, the great wine town. Set off to explore part of the renowned vineyard (flint-rich terroir) whilst passing through the small woods to the south of the village. The route offers a variety of views, particularly of Sancerre.
Between the Sancerre vineyards and the Loire by bike
6.45 mi
+522 ft
-515 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Satur (Cher)
This walk takes you on a journey through the Sancerre vineyards and along the Loire. Starting from Saint-Satur, you’ll walk through the vineyards at the foot of Sancerre before reaching the Loire by bike by crossing the Canal Latéral.
This walk is easier than the one called “In the heart of the Sancerre vineyards – Chavignol and its surroundings”. The elevation changes are less significant. The final four kilometres are on flat ground.
Along the Loire and through the narrow streets of Saint-Thibault
2.60 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Satur (Cher)
Explore the narrow streets, gardens, the canal and the banks of the Loire in Saint-Thibault with ease. Stroll around and enjoy a bite to eat at the open-air café near the campsite and the swimming pool, which is open on sunny days.
The Loire Valley and the three viaducts
8.17 mi
+292 ft
-289 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Satur (Cher)
A short walk along the Loire and through the valley, then along the hillside through the vineyards of Sancerre, following the old railway line connecting Cosne-sur-Loire to Bourges.
Beautiful views of the river, the towns of Saint-Satur and Ménétréol, the town of Sancerre, the vineyards and the side canal.
Best done in spring or autumn.
A circular loop at the foot of Sancerre, starting from Amigny
Association / Club / Walk leader
2.59 mi
+276 ft
-276 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Sancerre (Cher)
Walk organised by the Parents’ Association of Sancerre’s state schools, starting from Amigny. A short, easy walk through the Sancerre vineyards.
Loop at the foot of Sancerre
8.06 mi
+1,132 ft
-1,161 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Sancerre (Cher)
Hike through the vineyards, with beautiful views of the Loire.
Through the Sancerre vineyards between Verdigny and Sury-en-Vaux.
7.08 mi
+761 ft
-741 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Verdigny (Cher)
A hike that takes place mainly among vineyards and offers beautiful panoramic views of Sancerre and its surrounding countryside. Numerous wayside crosses, two wash houses and the village of Sury-en-Vaux, with its beautiful old houses and church, add a touch of heritage to the route.
Hike designed by the Grand Sancerrois Tourist Office.
In the heart of the Sancerre vineyards - Chavignol and its surroundings
6.95 mi
+764 ft
-764 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Verdigny (Cher)
During this hike, you will almost always have a view of the entire vineyard and Sancerre. Depending on the season, you will see the pruning of the vines or the grape harvest. You will pass by the highest "peaks" in the region.
Between the vineyards and the Loire in Tracy
Tourist office
4.54 mi
+262 ft
-272 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Tracy-sur-Loire (Nièvre)
A walk that immerses you in the heart of the wine-growing landscapes of the Pouilly Fumé and Pouilly sur Loire AOCs. Bring your binoculars to observe the birds along the banks of the Loire.
Along the banks of the Loire between the Port Aubry farm and Villechaud
4.87 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire (Nièvre)
Walk along the banks of the Loire from the Ferme de Port-Aubry, passing through the woods of Villechaud.
Soumard Fountain in Saint-Andelain
5.13 mi
+240 ft
-240 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Andelain (Nièvre)
Set off to discover the traditional heritage of the wine-growing hamlets on the Saint-Andelain hill. Take the opportunity to visit the winegrowers of the Pouilly Fumé appellation and don't miss climbing to the top of the old water tower, now converted into a viewpoint, to see how far you've come and admire the view of the vineyards and the Loire.
From vine to wine in Pouilly
7.90 mi
+682 ft
-686 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Pouilly-sur-Loire (Nièvre)
A signposted route to discover everything there is to know about the Pouilly wine appellations.
The short dog walk in Bannay
1.16 mi
+16 ft
-30 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Bannay (Cher)
For beginner walkers or those simply accompanied by their four-legged friends, enjoy this unspoilt site, close to the Cosne campsite in Bannay. Follow the Petite Promenade du Chien trail on foot (or by bike).
Along the banks of the Loire between Cosne and Port Aubry
3.46 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire (Nièvre)
Walk along the banks of the Loire from Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire to Port Aubry.
Exploring the banks of the Loire and the woods of Villechaud
8.41 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
2.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire (Nièvre)
A family-friendly walk combining sunken paths and a quiet tarmac road.
Bissiols d'en Bas - Préberne - Les Doisnes
7.27 mi
+325 ft
-354 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Savigny-en-Sancerre (Cher)
Hike along sunken paths and through undergrowth, cross streams and return via the village of Savigny.
The Giennois hillsides from Saint-Père
8.46 mi
+577 ft
-574 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Père (Nièvre) (Nièvre)
A walk near Cosne-sur-Loire through the vineyards of the “Coteaux du Giennois” – less well-known than those of Sancerre or Pouilly, but situated on the banks of the Loire in the immediate vicinity of these two appellations. This walk will allow you to discover this region. The route is signposted in yellow.
Let's go for a walk in the woods
4.97 mi
+285 ft
-272 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Loup (Nièvre) (Nièvre)
Discover the village of Saint-Loup-des-Bois, its inhabitants, the Saints-Lupéens, and the forests that surround it. You will pass by the Museum of Agricultural Machinery and Rural Life, which traces the history of agricultural machinery. In addition to these major collections in Europe, there is an astonishing and impressive collection of irons and a collection dedicated to woodworking trades (clog makers, coopers, wheelwrights, etc.).