Uchon walks

This route allows you to discover the beautiful rolling countryside around Uchon. Forests of beech, oak, chestnut and Douglas fir alternate with pastures and small ponds. And, of course, you’ll see the many granite boulders – typical of the Uchon mountains – that dot the route, including the famous Rochers du Carnaval and the magnificent viewpoint over the Arroux plain and Mont Beuvray. The route is mostly shaded, making it very pleasant on sunny days.

This short circuit, accessible to all, passes by several ponds and most of Uchon's rocky sites. 85% of the route is in the shade. It's a short walk, but you can enjoy a meal beforehand or afterwards at the Auberge de la Croix de Messire Jean (hostel).

Uchon is considered "the pearl of Morvan": a corner of unspoilt nature.

A lovely walk starting from the pretty little village of La Chapelle-sous-Uchon, taking us through the hamlets of Murger and Vilclair.

A walk through the Broye hills starting from the village, with a gradual climb, passing through Champmartin, the Porte de Broye and the Étang du Fou. Throughout the route, you’ll enjoy the shade of the trees and a variety of vegetation.

The route offers several views of Marmagne, Saint-Symphorien and the Mesvrin valley, with a long stretch through the woods and a section over the Mesvrin.

Beautiful views of the Mesvrin and Brume valleys amidst numerous wooded areas.

A beautiful, undulating walk with stunning views of Marmagne, Saint-Symphorien and the Mesvrin valley.

A walk through rolling countryside with beautiful views, passing through the superb Planoise National Forest near the Rançon and its dam, which supplies water to Le Creusot.

This pleasant circular route, which is largely shaded and therefore ideal in summer, will take you through the Morvan countryside between Étang-sur-Arroux and Saint-Didier-sur-Arroux. No particular difficulties in dry weather. In wet weather, there is a potentially muddy section north of the Bois du Clou.

A walk in the heart of nature through mainly shaded areas.

A lovely walk, mostly through state-owned woodland near the Rançon dam and the Étang du Martinet

The route proposed here has several objectives, including encouraging walkers to discover short and long-distance hiking trails by following the markings. On this circuit, in addition to the wolf-themed signage specific to the Circuit de la Louvetière, you will also encounter yellow markings that can be found throughout France.

A walk through rolling countryside, with beautiful views, little tarmac, a stroll through the village of Montcenis and a distinctive neighbourhood of Le Creusot, ‘Les Combes’.

A short walk in the hills above Le Creusot, passing the Combes orientation table before crossing through the Parc de la Verrerie and its château. A circular route with a large car park at the start, accessible by bus.

Lovely walk along the water's edge and through the forest on easy paths.

An easy, pleasant walk near the Etang de la Sorme. Beautiful scenery and little change in altitude.A few stretches on tarmac, but not very busy.

This hike is part of the Grande Traversée de la Bourgogne du Sud (Great Crossing of Southern Burgundy) route, which, together with the Grande Traversée de l'Yonne and the Grande Traversée du Morvan, make up the Via Burgundia. This long route, which runs from Montereau-Fault-Yonne to Macon, allows you to discover the Eternal Burgundy and stretches for almost 500 km. You can find out more on the website.

This is a day-long walk through the Bois d’Autun, allowing you to explore the hills above Autun and the woods overlooking the town. These woods are part of a forestry consortium dedicated to the conservation of the Morvan’s deciduous trees. I have described a walk, but it is still a fairly long day’s route which you can shorten, as the entire estate is criss-crossed by numerous paths. What I suggest is that you follow part of the signposted route, then occasionally stray from it to explore a few paths that are not marked on the maps.

This circular walk, starting from the charming hamlet of Montmort, takes you through lovely woodland on the edge of the Morvan. The route follows mainly footpaths that are ablaze with flowers in spring.

Lovely route starting from the Pierre de Couhard through a bucolic path leading to the Cascade de Brisecou. Lovely views over Autun and the historic quarter.

This beautiful circular walk, which presents no major difficulties, takes you through the woods on the hills above Autun, passing the Pierre de Couhard, the little Brisecou waterfall and the northern and north-eastern ramparts of the Château du Petit Montjeu, which unfortunately cannot be seen or visited. A very shaded walk, making it refreshing in summer.

Start at the Carrefour du Gros Chêne, then a walk through the old town before climbing through the woodland to the Chemin des Sources, which follows the contour line. Return via the Étang des Cloix, then the Chemin des Chèvres and finally along the Roman ramparts.

The banks of the Arroux. An easy route for nature lovers. To be enjoyed again and again with friends or family.

Starting from Toulon-sur-Arroux, this route winds its way through forests, meadows and footpaths. It follows the River Arroux and passes through the village of Montmort, offering a true immersion in the heart of nature.

A walk for lovers of peace and nature, in the countryside around Toulon-sur-Arroux.

This hike marks the start of the Grande Traversée de la Bourgogne du Sud (Great Crossing of Southern Burgundy), which, together with the Grande Traversée de l'Yonne and the Grande Traversée du Morvan, make up the Via Burgundia. Starting from Montereau-Fault-Yonne, this route takes you to Mâcon, crossing history through heritage and diverse landscapes.

A very beautiful walk, mostly in the shade, whose main point of interest is Mont Beuvray – both a hill overlooking the region and offering superb panoramic views, and the site of the ancient Gallic metropolis and oppidum of Bibracte. Archaeological remains are everywhere on the summit of Mont Beuvray, with numerous reconstructed sites and others where excavations are still actively underway. Well-researched information boards are found throughout, providing context for everything you see – or don’t see – whilst the Bibracte Museum welcomes visitors for a deeper understanding of the history, the metropolis and the artefacts discovered there.

Short historical route north of Autun, taking in the Porte Saint-André, the Temple de Janus, the Porte d'Arroux, the military college and the Église Saint-Jean. A magnificent walk through meadows, with small footbridges crossing the rivers, allowing you to stroll along the banks of the Arroux.

Starting from the lovely Vallon lake, discover magnificent views of Autun from the Gorges de Brisecou forest road.

Discover Autun, its suburbs, and its 20 centuries of history and heritage. Take a stroll along its charming winding paths and secret alleyways. Admire its ramparts, ancient monuments, and medieval quarters.