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Toulx-Sainte-Croix walks
The Combraille lighthouse in Marche
Visorando Member
6.79 mi
+774 ft
-797 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Toulx-Sainte-Croix (Creuse)
A journey through the centuries: history, legends and mysteries await you. At the foot of the village tower, strange fields of stones stretch out, serving as hiding places for fairies and elves.
Discover the Pierres Jaumâtres
1.25 mi
+171 ft
-171 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Toulx-Sainte-Croix (Creuse)
Enjoy a beautiful walk through the woods to discover the Pierres Jaumâtres, an iconic natural site in the north of the Creuse. You will discover this listed site and its legend, a favourite walking spot of George Sand and Chopin when they stayed at the Château de Boussac.
In the footsteps of medieval Boussac
0.97 mi
+131 ft
-131 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Boussac (Creuse) (Creuse)
A walk in the footsteps of medieval Boussac.
As you stroll along, you’ll discover the remains of the city walls and fortification towers; through the old city gate, you’ll enter medieval Boussac and wander through its streets and alleyways.
You’ll pass the old mill below the castle and walk alongside the Petite Creuse river, emerging onto the bridge which offers a superb view of Boussac Castle, where the writer Georges Sand once stayed.
Along the Verraux and on the heights of Clugnat
3.43 mi
+374 ft
-387 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Clugnat (Creuse)
Beautiful hike starting from the municipal lake in Clugnat, along a small country road running alongside the Verraux river and lined with majestic beech trees.
In Poussange (420 m above sea level), there is a lovely viewpoint over the surrounding countryside and Clugnat.
The walk follows a path through fields and woodland.
The return journey crosses a wooden bridge over the river.
The Moulin des Chavailles, starting from Clugnat
9.54 mi
+968 ft
-968 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Clugnat (Creuse)
Starting from the Clugnat communal lake, you’ll enjoy a picturesque walk along this route of paths, allowing you to appreciate the sounds of nature and the water, whilst admiring the charming Creuse-style granite buildings and old mills. You’ll also be able to enjoy a beautiful view from the heights. This walk can be shortened by going directly from (8) to (15).
South of Bétête
5.08 mi
+407 ft
-436 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Bétête (Creuse)
A pleasant walk south of Bétête that will take you to the Fréteix mill on the Petite Creuse.
It passes through several hamlets and offers unobstructed views. An unpretentious, easy walk, just for a leisurely stroll... gazing into the distance. You’ll come across cows, a horse, gardens and restored houses. (And the dog is happy).
Étang des Landes
3.78 mi
+43 ft
-39 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Lussat (Creuse)
A family walk around this lake, which is classified as a National Nature Reserve.
Préveranges - Sainte-Sévère
Association / Club / Walk leader18.77 mi
+1,299 ft
-1,745 ft
9h 45
Very difficult
Departure from Préveranges (Cher)
In the footsteps of the Master Bell Ringers, stage8.
Préveranges - Le Magny
31.87 mi
+1,952 ft
-2,513 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Préveranges (Cher)
Third stage of the GRAVEL or mountain bike route based on the walking trail "In the Footsteps of the Master Bell Ringers between Berry and Bourbonnais".
De croix en châteaux, sur les pas des Templiers
13.16 mi
+430 ft
-423 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Lamaids (Allier)
En partant de l'église templière de Lamaids, vous randonnerez entre Combraille bourbonnaise et Combraille creusoise. Le circuit est jalonné de châteaux, (le Fressineau, Bellefaye), de croix, de chapelles et d'églises , rappelant l'emprise des moines soldats, dans le pays.
Ponds and crosses around Cressat
6.54 mi
+394 ft
-364 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Cressat (Creuse)
A relatively easy route, comprising around 80 per cent paths.
Don’t miss the market town and its surrounding villages, its church, its ponds, its wayside crosses and its paths lined with low stone walls.
The Voueize Gorges
5.18 mi
+400 ft
-381 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Chambon-sur-Voueize (Creuse)
A short walk offering the chance to discover the charming village of Chambon-sur-Voueize as well.The walk can be done as a circular route, but only the first half runs alongside the Voueize Gorges. For once, I’d recommend a return walk so you can enjoy the scenery along the riverbanks twice.
Mesples - Huriel
10.70 mi
+548 ft
-797 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Mesples (Allier)
In the footsteps of the Master Bell Ringers, between Berry and Bourbonnais, stage 6.
Walk south of Peyrat-la-Nonière
6.42 mi
+279 ft
-312 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Peyrat-la-Nonière (Creuse)
A pleasant little circular, best done on a spring day. The embankments are bursting with wildflowers: orchids, forget-me-nots, Solomon's seals, chickweed, garlic mustard, crosswort, Persian speedwell, bright pink campion... a riot of colour! This is an easy, countryside walk that's perfect for families. There are a few ponds and two pretty castles to discover along the way.
Circular walk around Le Moutier d’Ahun
6.80 mi
+515 ft
-509 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Moutier-d'Ahun (Creuse)
A short, easy walk offering views of the beautiful village of Le Moutier d’Ahun, its church and its old ‘Roman bridge’ over the Creuse, then through the countryside to Chantemille Castle and the village of Ahun with its church featuring a remarkable apse.