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Vailly-sur-Sauldre walks
Through the Berry hedgerows
Visorando Member 
8.06 mi
+656 ft
-673 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Vailly-sur-Sauldre (Cher)
A beautiful route for appreciating the landscapes of the Pays Fort. Moving from sunken paths hidden beneath hedgerows (known as ‘bouch’tures’) to open grassy tracks with views of the rolling hills of the Sancerrois offers walkers a variety of wild landscapes typical of the Sologne region of the Berry.
Fléchers Circular
Visorando Member 
2.86 mi
+423 ft
-427 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Barlieu (Cher)
A short and pleasant walk in the countryside near Barlieu.
Bissiols d'en Bas - Préberne - Les Doisnes
Visorando Member 
7.27 mi
+325 ft
-354 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Savigny-en-Sancerre (Cher)
Hike along sunken paths and through undergrowth, cross streams and return via the village of Savigny.
The Sauldre Canal in Blancafort: Blue route with variant
Association / Club / Walk leader 
6.16 mi
+115 ft
-112 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Cher
An easy route, with a variant, open to pedestrians, cyclists and horse riders.
The Blue Route is rich in heritage that characterises Blancafort: the canal, the river, the old marl pits and the paths rehabilitated for the enjoyment of walkers by the Blancafort et Patrimoine Association.
Five other trails are suggested on the sign at the wash house (canal bridge, Euro monument).
In the heart of the Sancerre vineyards - Chavignol and its surroundings
Visorando Member 
6.95 mi
+764 ft
-764 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Verdigny (Cher)
During this hike, you will almost always have a view of the entire vineyard and Sancerre. Depending on the season, you will see the pruning of the vines or the grape harvest. You will pass by the highest "peaks" in the region.
Through the Sancerre vineyards between Verdigny and Sury-en-Vaux.
Visorando Member 
7.08 mi
+761 ft
-741 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Verdigny (Cher)
A hike that takes place mainly among vineyards and offers beautiful panoramic views of Sancerre and its surrounding countryside. Numerous wayside crosses, two wash houses and the village of Sury-en-Vaux, with its beautiful old houses and church, add a touch of heritage to the route.
Hike designed by the Grand Sancerrois Tourist Office.
A circular loop at the foot of Sancerre, starting from Amigny
Association / Club / Walk leader 
2.59 mi
+276 ft
-276 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Sancerre (Cher)
Walk organised by the Parents’ Association of Sancerre’s state schools, starting from Amigny. A short, easy walk through the Sancerre vineyards.
Loop at the foot of Sancerre
Visorando Member 
8.06 mi
+1,132 ft
-1,161 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Sancerre (Cher)
Hike through the vineyards, with beautiful views of the Loire.
The short dog walk in Bannay
Visorando Member 
1.16 mi
+16 ft
-30 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Bannay (Cher)
For beginner walkers or those simply accompanied by their four-legged friends, enjoy this unspoilt site, close to the Cosne campsite in Bannay. Follow the Petite Promenade du Chien trail on foot (or by bike).
Along the banks of the Loire between the Port Aubry farm and Villechaud
Tourist office 4.87 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire (Nièvre)
Walk along the banks of the Loire from the Ferme de Port-Aubry, passing through the woods of Villechaud.
The Loire Valley and the three viaducts
Visorando Member 
8.09 mi
+272 ft
-279 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Satur (Cher)
A short walk along the Loire and through the valley, then along the hillside through the vineyards of Sancerre, following the old railway line connecting Cosne-sur-Loire to Bourges.
Beautiful views of the river, the towns of Saint-Satur and Ménétréol, the town of Sancerre, the vineyards and the side canal.
Best done in spring or autumn.
From Briare to Beaulieu-sur-Loire
Visorando Member 
10.23 mi
+226 ft
-85 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Briare (Loiret)
This hike begins with a crossing of the magnificent Briare Canal Bridge. This crossing is a privilege and if you are there early in the morning, you are sure to experience a range of emotions.It continues along paths that run alongside the canal parallel to the Loire, offering bucolic panoramas.
Around Morogues
Visorando Member 
8.15 mi
+712 ft
-735 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Morogues (Cher)
In the foothills of the Sancerre region, overlooking the Berry countryside, come and discover some of the Morogues vineyards that produce the renowned AOC wines of Ménetou-Salon.
This is also the starting point for the famous Morogues-Sancerre hike, which many people do at night and don't get to enjoy the scenery.
On the way back, depending on the weather, you may be able to see Bourges Cathedral and the Berry countryside.
Walk around Morogues
Visorando Member 
4.99 mi
+410 ft
-407 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Morogues (Cher)
The suggested ride around Morogues will allow you to discover the different landscapes of this area: passing through vineyards, with views of the Berry countryside or the Sancerre region.
It is a hilly route without any major difficulties that can be covered by mountain bike.
Between the vineyards and the Loire in Tracy
Tourist office 
4.54 mi
+262 ft
-272 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Tracy-sur-Loire (Nièvre)
A walk that immerses you in the heart of the wine-growing landscapes of the Pouilly Fumé and Pouilly sur Loire AOCs. Bring your binoculars to observe the birds along the banks of the Loire.
Family Ecolodge - Attrape Rêve
Visorando Member 3.42 mi
+30 ft
-13 ft
45 mins
Easy
Departure from Batilly-en-Puisaye (Loiret)
A route to the Attrape Rêve equestrian centre in Dammarie-en-Puisaye
Sauldre Canal and Étang du Puits tower
Visorando Member 
10.02 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Argent-sur-Sauldre (Cher)
This beautiful circular walk begins along the Canal de la Sauldre, with its locks, small bridges and weirs. It then enters the forest, along long paths lined with ponds, and ends with an almost complete tour of the Étang du Puits, via Cerdon beach, the pretty path that winds between the trees along a small disused railway line, the crossing of the Bois aux Moines and, finally, the path that runs alongside the Canal and the beach at Argent-sur-Sauldre.
Circular Étang du Puits route via the Chemin des Prêtres and the Pointe des Anglais
Visorando Member 
8.02 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Cerdon (Loiret) (Loiret)
Whether on your own or with friends, this circular walk will delight you with its variety. Its shaded paths make it very pleasant in summer. Its short length will leave you time to stroll along the beaches of Étang du Puits or the banks of the Canal de la Sauldre.
Heritage and history trail in Gien
Visorando Member 3.81 mi
+92 ft
-115 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Gien (Loiret)
This route is offered by the Gien Town Hall to explore the town while learning about its history and discovering its heritage. As you progress, you will find information boards with explanations of the various historical points of interest identified. I am sharing it here, with my personal modifications to the route and the various points of interest, which are more or less in the same positions.
Route around Parassy
Visorando Member 
6.49 mi
+505 ft
-525 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Parassy (Cher)
On the border between Sancerre and Champagne Berrichonne, this route starts in Parassy and allows you to discover part of the vineyards of the famous Ménetou AOC. This route, which follows part ofthe GR®31, also offers a short climb to the Bois de Michavant, where you can admire Champagne Berrichonne dominated by Bourges Cathedral.
From Gien to Briare
Visorando Member 
7.96 mi
+49 ft
-128 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Gien (Loiret)
This first stage runs along the Loire to take you to Briare, a charming little town full of flowers, with its small river port.
Please note: this hike can be done either as part of the 3-stage Gien - Cosne-sur-Loire hike, or on its own by taking the train from Briare back to Gien.
From the village to the Menetou-Salon pond
Visorando Member 
3.87 mi
+322 ft
-344 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Menetou-Salon (Cher)
Things to see: wash houses, fishpond, deer park, Étang de Farge, view of the castle and its vineyard, scenic spots, local heritage.
Follow the signs marked with a yellow bunch of grapes.
Amidst the orchards and vineyards of Menetou-Salon
Visorando Member 
8.24 mi
+600 ft
-610 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Menetou-Salon (Cher)
During this walk, you can explore the Farges pond and the viewpoint, from the top of which you can admire the Church of Saint Pierre in Menetou-Salon. And, of course, our vineyards.
Follow the signposting marked with a bunch of blue grapes.
The Borne des Quatre Paroisses circular route from Cerdon-du-Loiret
Visorando Member 
11.09 mi
+98 ft
-102 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Cerdon (Loiret) (Loiret)
A very pretty circular route on the border between Cher and Loiret. Its long paths will take you to the Borne des Quatre Paroisses, the meeting point of the communes of Cerdon-du-Loiret, Brinon-sur-Sauldre, Villemurlin and Isdes. The walk through the forest on the border between Loiret and Cher is worth the detour alone.
From dyke to dyke in Champoulet
Visorando Member 
9.65 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Breteau (Loiret)
The route goes from pond to pond around the village of Champoulet. There is wildlife to discover.
Amidst apple trees and ponds in Saint-Palais
Visorando Member 
7.52 mi
+240 ft
-233 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Palais (Cher) (Cher)
A lovely circular route starting from Saint-Palais (Cher), a village known for its pottery market and apple orchards. It mainly follows paths through woodland and takes you through unspoilt countryside dotted with ponds.
The Breteau ditches
Visorando Member 5.44 mi
+33 ft
-36 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Breteau (Loiret)
A signposted, family-friendly, shaded walk along the Breteau ditches that feed the Briare Canal. This easy route also takes you to the Étang de la Grande Rue lake and its dam. Suitable for pushchairs and bicycles, you can enjoy the cool shade of the undergrowth in summer and a dry path in wet weather.
La Chasserelle
Visorando Member 8.18 mi
+217 ft
-207 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Bléneau (Yonne)
The Loing and its tributaries, including the Chasserelle and the streams flowing from nearby springs, converge at the Jardins d’Eau, the starting point of this walk. The remainder of this route, which has very little elevation gain, will take you through fields and woods.