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Sommecaise walks
The Hamlets and Fountains Route in the footsteps of Joan of Arc
Visorando Member
7.74 mi
+269 ft
-266 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Sommecaise (Yonne)
Eleven hamlets, each more charming than the last, and four fountains to discover in the footsteps of Joan of Arc.
Route of the ponds
7.50 mi
+105 ft
-82 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Sommecaise (Yonne)
This route takes you through the charming hamlet of Chantereine and follows a section ofthefamousGR®13. It allows you to discover the ponds of La Culotte, La Brionnerie, Les Bergeries and La Diablière. Tales and legends have been passed down over time and still frighten us today... Beware of Father Wolf on Rue Neuve! He was said to be a "witch". That's how spellcasters were referred to here in Puisaye...
La balade Grandchampoise et la Bougauderie
3.98 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Grandchamp (Yonne) (Yonne)
A beautiful view lies ahead, with some uphill and downhill sections. Don’t miss the lovely views between points (3) and (4) and between points (6) and (7).
Le Bois Planté
9.52 mi
+197 ft
-197 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Villiers-Saint-Benoît (Yonne)
Marked walk No. 103.
Surrounded by woods and forests, Villiers-Saint-Benoît is rich in water, with its springs, streams and the River Ouanne, which flows through the valley floor. The largest water reserve is located underground and, via interconnected distribution networks, supplies a large proportion of the homes in this region.
The Sainte-Reine Chapel in Villiers-Saint-Benoît
Association / Club / Walk leader4.21 mi
+246 ft
-220 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Villiers-Saint-Benoît (Yonne)
Marked hike No. 102.
This little path, which smells of hazelnuts as Mireille sang, has more of a scent of hornbeam and humus in the undergrowth. It is very pleasant to discover the beautiful landscape with its pollarded trees and hedges that shade much of the route.
The Villaroise walk and the Touppau
3.97 mi
+180 ft
-157 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Villiers-sur-Tholon (Yonne)
This lovely little walk will offer you some delightful moments as you pass through famous spots such as La Vieille Forge, as well as a beautiful viewpoint at Touppau (elevation 145m) and plenty of opportunities to wander through the charming little streets of this village, all around the village of Villiers-sur-Tholon.
The Aillantaise Walk and the Moulin Brûlé
3.92 mi
+82 ft
-105 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Aillant-sur-Tholon (Yonne)
In the first section, this walk takes you through much of the town via roads and paths; the best part awaits you from point (9) to point (10), passing over the footbridge across the River Tholon.
The Saint-Laurent Spring (Prunoy)
7.62 mi
+102 ft
-115 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Prunoy (Yonne)
Marked route No. 105.
Place Saint-Laurent, which serves as a car park, was once the site of the church dedicated to Saint Laurent. It was spared by the various wars but not by the decision to demolish it in 1936 due to a lack of maintenance.
A walk through plains and woodland, following streams, ponds and marshes.
La balade de Prunoy et le Champ de la Cure
3.85 mi
+105 ft
-105 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Prunoy (Yonne)
Belle petite balade autour de la ville de Prunoy.
Dracy's Hills
5.29 mi
+335 ft
-325 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Dracy (Yonne)
In the land of fruit trees, a walk through the valleys and hills. Sunken paths, springs, viewpoints and built heritage enhance this outing.
The Volgrésienne walk and the Château des Arcis
3.98 mi
+289 ft
-308 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Volgré (Yonne)
This hike will first take you to Arcis Castle, then you will have the pleasure of enjoying a beautiful panorama between points (5) and (6), all around the beautiful village of Volgré.
Le Gué de la Musse
8.39 mi
+171 ft
-144 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Champignelles (Yonne)
Marked hike No. 73.
A beautiful hike around Louesme, crossing wooded areas such as the Bois de Beaurain, the Bois Barbet, the Bois de Bréau, the Bois de Pimelle and the Bois des Frins, not to mention the beautiful Étang d'Annebaude in its green setting.
The Villefranchoise walk and the large farm
3.92 mi
+138 ft
-138 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Villefranche (Yonne) (Yonne)
This lovely little walk will allow you to discover every nook and cranny of the town of Villefranche, not forgetting, of course, its famous walks through the hamlets and the beautiful stretch crossing La Garenne.
La Chanteraine
4.97 mi
+157 ft
-154 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Villefranche (Yonne) (Yonne)
This walk will allow you to explore the village of Villefranche with its narrow streets and church, as well as the two small lakes set in their beautiful green surroundings. Don’t forget to visit the highest point in Villefranche towards the end of the walk, where you can enjoy a stunning view between the (7) and the (8). Ideal for a family outing.
The Chaumotte and Crouteaux ponds
6.58 mi
+272 ft
-262 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Villefranche (Yonne) (Yonne)
A lovely little walk taking in the beautiful Étang de la Chaumotte and passing through the Bois Mercier.
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