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Tour of Lake Liez near Langres
Visorando Member
9.47 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Chatenay-Mâcheron (Haute-Marne)
This route takes you around Lac de la Liez along a path in the heart of unspoilt countryside. The lake is very busy in season and is the perfect place to relax, either on the beach or by taking part in the various activities on offer (sailing, water skiing, tubing, etc.). But nature lovers can also enjoy themselves away from the area near the Liez Reservoir dam and Langres Plage.
From the Liez Dam to Perrancey-les-Vieux-Moulins, taking a stroll through Langres
7.53 mi
+722 ft
-696 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Peigney (Haute-Marne)
This stage takes place in the Marne catchment area, whose waters flow into the English Channel. Perched on a high hill detached from the plateau, Langres invites us to stroll along its ramparts. Opt for its restaurants rather than the usual picnic.
Route de découverte de Langres
4.96 mi
+118 ft
-105 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Langres (Haute-Marne)
Langres is one of the sub-prefectures of Haute-Marne. The town is unique in being completely surrounded by ramparts, making it the town with the longest fortified wall in Europe. This section takes you on a tour of Langres’ historic centre and along the 3-kilometre-long walkway of the medieval fortifications. The route through the town itself is equally charming, featuring a number of historic monuments, including Saint-Mammès Cathedral, and for those wishing to extend their visit to Langres, there is also the town museum to explore.
Route de découverte de Fayl-Billot
3.34 mi
+200 ft
-207 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Fayl-Billot (Haute-Marne)
Fayl-Billot is a village of 1,300 inhabitants located in the Haute-Marne department. It is best known as the capital of basketry. There are many artisans practising this craft in the village. At the end of this walk, do not hesitate to take home a souvenir. This walk takes in the village’s main tourist and cultural attractions, such as the National School of Osier Cultivation and Basketry, Notre-Dame Church, as well as all the village’s wash houses and fountains.
From the Citadel of Langres to Dijon
56.59 mi
+771 ft
-1,476 ft
8 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Langres (Haute-Marne)
This route, initially designed to connect to the Culmont-Chalindrey railway junction, has been extended to Dijon due to the cancellation of the train service! It crosses the mustard fields of the Côte-d'Or and the former sand pits of La Tille, which have been converted into ponds that are more popular with fishermen than tourists.
Views of Langres between Arbigny-sous-Varennes and the Liez Dam
19.00 mi
+1,112 ft
-768 ft
9h 40
Difficult
Departure from Arbigny-sous-Varennes (Haute-Marne)
From Arbigny-sous-Varennes, the waters of the Presle stream flow into the Mediterranean, whilst from Orbigny-au-Mont those of the Liez flow into the English Channel. Perched on its hilltop, Langres serves as our landmark.
Tour of Lake Vingeanne
5.31 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Villegusien-le-Lac (Haute-Marne)
Discover the wild flora and fauna in the heart of the Pays des 4 Lacs.
Through the Auberive State Forest from Perrancey-les-Vieux-Moulins
18.45 mi
+1,083 ft
-1,184 ft
9h 25
Difficult
Departure from Perrancey-les-Vieux-Moulins (Haute-Marne)
This stage offers the chance to discover some of the springs of the Langres Plateau, whose waters feed into the English Channel. After skirting the marshes, you enter the Auberive State Forest, in the heart of the Forêts National Park. The abbey founded by Saint Bernard in 1132 reveals its secrets. But why Auberive, exactly?
Valley, cliffs and Lake La Mouche from Perrancey-les-Vieux-Moulins
13.88 mi
+784 ft
-778 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Ciergues (Haute-Marne)
The walk is mainly through woodland, but with a few passages through farmland or pastures to vary the landscape. It visits four pleasant villages with churches and refreshing fountains, as well as several picnic areas. It offers views of Lac de la Mouche and winds its way along the foot of cliffs, some of which are jagged, such as along the "ecological trail" (from (15) to (16)).If you find the walk a little long, you can shorten it to about 15 km by cutting from (8) to (17).
Legends Trail in Argillières
5.41 mi
+410 ft
-407 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Argillières (Haute-Saône)
Argillières is a small village steeped in legend... Its castle is said to have been home in the 18th century to the famous bandit Mandrin, a hero to the people but a thief whom the authorities were determined to bring down at any cost. Concealed by a high wall, this castle, built in the 17th and 18th centuries, is now mainly occupied during the summer months.
A circular walk around the Tufière de Rolampont and the Gallo-Roman mausoleum at Faverolles
10.95 mi
+974 ft
-978 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Rolampont (Haute-Marne)
This walk, three-quarters of which is through woodland, allows you to enjoy two exceptional sites: the active tufa formation at Rolampont, and the Gallo-Roman archaeological site of the Faverolles Mausoleum.
The short circular loop of the Grandes Charmes
4.30 mi
+535 ft
-528 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Vaux-sous-Aubigny (Haute-Marne)
A lovely walk offering superb panoramic views, leafy arches and, depending on the season, birdsong.
A walk in the Montsaugeonnais at the crossroads of three provinces
11.02 mi
+804 ft
-814 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Vaux-sous-Aubigny (Haute-Marne)
On the borders of Champagne, Burgundy and Franche-Comté, the Domaine du Muid Montsaugeonnais covers 13 hectares, spread across the territories of four communes: Chatoillenot, Montsaugeon, Rivière-les-Fosses and Vaux-sous-Aubigny.
Abandoned since the outbreak of phylloxera in the late 19th century, the vineyard was revived in 1988 thanks to the Chevaliers du Montsaugeonnais.
La Pâturie, Le Prélot and the “Sentier des Pierres sèches” in Champlitte
6.79 mi
+413 ft
-390 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Champlitte (Haute-Saône)
A pleasant little walk through the vineyards and the heritage of Franche-Comté.
Côte des Fourches circular
3.89 mi
+207 ft
-207 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Bourbonne-les-Bains (Haute-Marne)
A walk through meadows, past cows and horses, with beautiful countryside scenery and dirt tracks.
From Sacquenay to the Canal between Champagne and Burgundy
10.04 mi
+312 ft
-312 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Sacquenay (Côte-d'Or)
A walk in the Vingeanne area that will take you to discover the 15th-century fountains in Sacquenay as well as the canal between Champagne and Burgundy. Diverse landscapes and a well-preserved environment.
The stone bridges over the Salon
7.22 mi
+512 ft
-489 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Achey (Haute-Saône)
Between dirt tracks, cattle tracks and stone bridges spanning the Salon, you will enjoy a pleasant walk discovering remarkable architectural heritage (churches, fountains, calvaries, etc.).
The Tertre Trail in Selongey
6.98 mi
+591 ft
-577 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Selongey (Côte-d'Or)
The Selongey area, home to the SEB pressure cooker, invites you to explore its Tertre hiking trail. Its name comes from the woodland you will pass through during this hike, which reaches a highest point of 415 m.
You will pass by the statue of the Virgin Mary, along the Tille and Venelle wind farm, before descending into the village. You will continue the walk along Rue du Mont and pass by the Church of Saint-Rémy de Foncegrive on your return to Selongey.
Short version of the Tertre hike from Selongey
Association / Club / Walk leader
4.93 mi
+449 ft
-436 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Selongey (Côte-d'Or)
The Selongey area, home to the SEB pressure cooker, invites you to explore its Tertre hiking trail. Its name comes from the woodland you will pass through during this hike, which reaches a highest point of 415 m.You’ll pass by the statue of the Virgin Mary, along the Tille and Venelle wind farm, before descending a beautiful path to join the track that will take you back to Selongey. You’ll finish this hike by passing near the pressure cooker factory.