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Saulieu walks
Mini tour of Lake Chamboux
Visorando Member 
1.91 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Champeau-en-Morvan (Côte-d'Or)
Lake Chamboux is the newest lake in the Morvan, built in 1985. It covers an area of 75 hectares and a hamlet was submerged to create it.
The complete tour is 8 km long and takes about 2½ hours on foot. For those who only have about an hour, the route can be shortened by using two bridges.
The Montaboulins circular route via the Tacot route
Visorando Member 
4.38 mi
+427 ft
-417 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Alligny-en-Morvan (Nièvre)
Set off from the village of Alligny-en-Morvan to explore the Tacot railway line, which linked Corbigny to Saulieu from 1901 to 1939. Passing beneath the ruins of the Château de la Tour d’Ocle, after crossing the forest, the return journey follows a lovely path with a beautiful view over a stretch of meadows back to the village.
Route des Légendes via the Grand Vie
Visorando Member 
9.48 mi
+1,020 ft
-1,014 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Alligny-en-Morvan (Nièvre)
Starting from the village of Alligny-en-Morvan, this moderately challenging hike takes you through the Morvan countryside, past its ancient ruins, wayside crosses, charming little manor house, Christmas tree plantations and beautiful viewpoints.
Between Missery and Mont-Saint-Jean
Visorando Member 
7.26 mi
+879 ft
-860 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Missery (Côte-d'Or)
A beautiful walk, without any particular difficulty, which takes you through the pretty villages of Missery and Mont-Saint-Jean, and up to the plateau where there is an archaeological site. The undergrowth is pleasant, with a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, and the views of the Auxois and Morvan regions are superb. Most of the paths are well shaded and well maintained. This route, which is very well marked in yellow, is also described in the information sheets available from the Précy-sous-Thil Tourist Office.
Stories of castles between Missery, Mont-Saint-Jean and Charny
Visorando Member 12.47 mi
+1,125 ft
-1,115 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Missery (Côte-d'Or)
A circular route starting from Missery takes us from an 18th-century château to a 10th-century château in Mont-Saint-Jean (not forgetting its medieval town), passing by the archaeological site of La Grange du Mont (13th century), before a quick stop at La Croisette, or at least its cross, and ending in the charming village of Charny with a glimpse of the remains of its 13th-century castle.
Trail around Lac de Saint-Agnan
Visorando Member 
5.19 mi
+138 ft
-118 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Agnan (Nièvre) (Nièvre)
With a surface area of 140ha, Lac de Saint-Agnan is a popular spot for fishing and family picnics. The tour of the lake is an easy stroll that offers a variety of views over the lake. It also offers the chance to discover a peat bog on a specially prepared path.
The legendary stones of the Tournesac Valley
Visorando Member 
9.05 mi
+732 ft
-761 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from La Roche-en-Brenil (Côte-d'Or)
A beautiful and varied route through bocage, deciduous and coniferous forests, starting from La Roche-en-Brénil, allowing you to discover three beautiful granite rock formations steeped in mystery and legend.
On the heights of Mont-Saint-Jean
Association / Club / Walk leader 
5.85 mi
+607 ft
-604 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Mont-Saint-Jean (Côte-d'Or) (Côte-d'Or)
This short loop marked out in Blue is part of the Auxois lakes routes marked out in Green-Yellow, covering some 200 kilometres.These walking routes are maintained and marked by the 5 markers of the Rando-Gym-Civry association, affiliated to CDRP21.This half-day walk will enable you to discover the pretty medieval village of Mont-Saint-Jean and, from the heights, the beautiful views over the Auxois to the east and the Morvan to the south and west.
Mont Saint-Jean circuit
Visorando Member 
11.45 mi
+1,010 ft
-1,007 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Mont-Saint-Jean (Côte-d'Or) (Côte-d'Or)
Located in the heart of Burgundy, halfway between Pouilly en Auxois and Saulieu, on the edge of the Morvan and Auxois regions, Mont Saint-Jean is a medieval village whose castle stands 490 m high on a rocky outcrop, overlooking a wide valley through which the Doran and Serein rivers flow. Its highest point rises to 578 metres (Croix Thomas).
Lac Saint-Agnan towards the Abbey of La Pierre-qui-Vire
Visorando Member 
4.68 mi
+410 ft
-417 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Agnan (Nièvre) (Nièvre)
Walk through the forest, part of which runs alongside the River Trinquelin and moorland.
Halfway along the route, you will pass the Abbaye de la Pierre-qui-Vire.
Saut de Gouloux (waterfall)
Visorando Member 
5.45 mi
+771 ft
-771 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Gouloux (Nièvre)
The Gouloux waterfall is a famous tourist site in the Morvan. This walk offers a challenging approach to the site, with a mostly forested route including a few changes in altitude.
The Dolmen Chevresse in the Forêt de Breuil-Chenue
Visorando Member 
6.38 mi
+751 ft
-732 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Dun-les-Places (Nièvre)
A predominantly forested route that starts along the charming river Le Vignan and quickly reaches the Dolmen Chevresse. The route then leads into the Forêt de Breuil-Chenue, where firs and beeches are more common than the oaks that once gave the uplands their name.
Trinquelin Gorges
Visorando Member 
4.29 mi
+472 ft
-502 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Léger-Vauban (Yonne)
A short walk from the Abbaye de la Pierre-qui-Vire, which first follows theGRP® Tour du Morvan, passes through the village of Trinquelin and then follows the Trinquelin valley. The abbey is located in the territory of Saint-Léger-Vauban, but can also be reached from Saint-Agnan.
The Saut de Gouloux from Lac des Settons
Visorando Member 10.14 mi
+945 ft
-942 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Montsauche-les-Settons (Nièvre)
A hike through woods and fields that starts at Lac des Settons and leads to Gouloux, where you can visit a clog factory (booking required) before discovering the delightful Saut de Gouloux and La Cure waterfalls further on. Take the opportunity to admire the view over this turbulent river. Return via villages and close to one of the Morvan peat bogs, at a place called Morégnon.
Trail around Lac des Settons
Visorando Member 
9.12 mi
+72 ft
-79 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Montsauche-les-Settons (Nièvre)
Magnificent walk around Lac des Settons with an almost constant view of the lake. Well-marked trail with plenty of shade along the way. Very little tarmac and guaranteed peace and quiet!
Between Lake Pont and the Burgundy Canal
Visorando Member 
10.35 mi
+472 ft
-486 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Brianny (Côte-d'Or)
Hiking between Lake Pont and the Burgundy Canal. Starting from the village of Brianny, well known for its Sainte-Apolline Chapel and its 15th-century frescoes depicting the Dance of Death, you will then follow part of the Bibracte Alésia trail through the villages of Montigny-sur-Armançon and Villeneuve-sous-Charigny, which are crossed by the Chemin des Oiseaux. The tranquillity of the Burgundy Canal will accompany you before you rejoin the Bibracte Alésia trail for the return to Brianny.