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Tantonville walks
The north-eastern foot of Sion Hill, starting from Tantonville
A circular walk through the lowlands and woods, below Sion Hill, passing through the villages of Tantonville, Forcelles Saint-Gorgon, Vroncourt and Praye. Throughout the walk, there are views of the bell tower of the Basilica of Sion.
Around Haroué
A hilly circuit where you can enjoy the Saintois countryside and the nearby Madon, with breathtaking views of the Château d'Haroué (9) and the hill of Sion.
Long walk around Sion Hill
From Praye, head to the Maurice Barrès monument via the Bois de Plaimont. Visit the village of Vaudémont.
Return via the plain, passing beneath the hill and the village of Chaouilley. Return to Praye via the path halfway up the hillside, passing beneath the statue of the Virgin Mary.
Route of hot springs in Xirocourt
This route takes us to the large Arpontois Oak via a pretty path in the Bois d'Arpontois, climbs above the Blanches Côtes to take us to Bralleville via the plateau with magnificent views of the Vau farm and the Saintois. From Bralleville to Xirocourt, the return journey is via a path between fields and the river.
The Brénon Valley
From the valley floor, right by the Brénon, up to the top of the plateau where the view opens out onto a distant horizon, this peaceful walk offers a wide variety of landscapes.
Along the Madon between Lemainville and Voinémont
A pleasant walk which, in its first section, offers sweeping views of the surrounding countryside as you head towards Voinémont and, on the return journey, winds its way along the many bends of the Madon with magnificent colours, varying with the seasons, and made even more sublime by the autumn sun.
Through the villages of Ognéville, Étreval, Vroncourt, Quevilloncourt and Vézelise
The route starts at the edge of the woods in the Brénon Valley and returns via the Rabogey plateau, offering a 360° view of the Saintois region.
South-east of Saintois
Discover the castles of the Saintois region in Haroué and Tantonville, the moulded lintels in the villages, the churches and the 360° views.
A circular route to the north of the Saintois region via Voinemont, Benney and Lemainville
A circular walk to visit the villages in the north of the Saintois region: Voinémont, Benney and Lemainville, passing through the Benney forest, the plain between Benney and Lemainville and following the Madon river on the return journey.
Route des villages starting from Ceintrey
A tour of the villages of the Saintois region, in the canton of Vézelise.
A walk across the plains with scenic views.
Places of interest: chapels, wayside crosses, churches, wash houses
On the plain to the west of Sion Hill
Along small roads and country lanes across the plain to the west of Sion Hill, visiting the villages of Eulmont, Dommarie, Thorey Lyautey and Étreval, before returning to Chaouilley.
A circular walk between Hammeville and Parey-Saint-Césaire
A circular walk between the villages of Hammeville and Parey-Saint-Césaire, passing through the Govillers and Serres state-owned forests
Remarkable oak trees and scenic views await
Unfortunately, some of the paths have disappeared, so you’ll need to take a few minor roads.
Barrès Brunehaut route on the Hill of Sion
This superb route offers an exceptional view of the Saintois and Xaintois regions from the Monument Barrès, as well as beautiful panoramas throughout the route, which is exclusively on footpaths. It also allows you to discover the very pretty medieval village of Vaudémont and its ramparts.
Between the Saintois and the Moselle
A walk through the rolling countryside and woods on the edge of the Saintois region, passing through the villages of Benney, Crévechamps and Saint-Remimont.
Author’s note, 2 January 2020: Access to this private woodland is permitted subject to certain conditions. See practical information below
To the west of the Saintois region to visit the villages of Vandeléville and Battigny
Through fields and woods to visit the villages of Vandeléville and Battigny to the west of the Saintois region.
Castle, churches, wash house, fountain and calvaries.
Mountain bike loops on Sion Hill
The inspiring hill is rich in history and geology and is a geographical landmark in this area known as the Saintois.
Around Flavigny-sur-Moselle
Walk around the village of Flavigny-sur-Moselle, passing through the village, along the Canal de l'Est and through the Bois de Benney.
Double circular loop starting from Frolois
A double circular route through the Madon valley to visit the villages of Frolois, Pierreville, Autrey-sur-Madon and Pulligny.
Around Flavigny and the Étang du Breuil
Walk between the Canal de l’Est and the Moselle, passing by the Écluse du Prieuré and theGR® 5F long-distance hiking trail. The stretch around Étang du Breuil is always a prime spot for watching anglers and birds. In summer, watching pleasure boats and barges pass through the locks is always an entertaining spectacle. In winter, the canal’s favourable aspect makes for a lovely walk in the sunshine.