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The Fort de la Dame Blanche
Visorando Member
5.32 mi
+1,227 ft
-1,204 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Vieilley (Doubs)
From the town hall in Vieilley and its beautiful wash house fountain, you will climb towards the line of ledges overlooking the Ognon valley to reach the Fort de la Dame Blanche viewpoint over the Vosges, hopefully without encountering that unsettling woman who haunts these places after dark. Then, from the old fortifications, you’ll descend via a wild path towards the valley.
In the footsteps of the White Lady
7.67 mi
+1,316 ft
-1,319 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bonnay (Doubs)
From Bonnay church, you will climb up to this beautiful line of cornices overlooking the Ognon valley to reach the Fort de la Dame Blanche viewpoint over the Vosges, following in the footsteps of the disturbing woman who haunts these places after dark. Then, from the ancient fortifications, you will descend via a wild path towards the valley and its villages with their beautiful fountains, returning to Bonnay and its castle via the old Tacot road.
Meadows, river and castle between Buthiers and Perrouse
4.99 mi
+315 ft
-312 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Perrouse (Haute-Saône)
Viewpoint, castle, wash houses, banks of the Ognon, nature reserve pond: discover Perrouse and Buthiers.
Architecture and heritage starting from Moncey
6.23 mi
+515 ft
-522 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Moncey (Doubs)
This walk allows you to discover:
- Moncey Castle, former property of Marshal Moncey, who was Marshal of the Empire under Napoleon,
- the restored old centre of the village of Moncey, its old railway station and its greenway, which follows the old railway line,
- and a walk through the forest in the mountains, then across the village of Venise, with the option of walking around the lagoon to discover its flora and fauna.
The Grand Châfo in Voray-sur-l'Ognon
Tourist office2.79 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Voray-sur-l'Ognon (Haute-Saône)
The Fisherman of the Grand Châfo: thrills and adventures along the Ognon!
This is an educational trail. In Voray-sur-L’Ognon, a legend has long been told… That of the Grand Châfo, a monstrous catfish lurking in the river, capable of snatching perch and pike in an instant!Join Désiré, a brave fisherman, in his incredible battle against this legendary monster, and discover a world where courage, mystery and laughter come together by the water’s edge.Take your children along the trail and experience, together, this thrilling adventure, full of twists and turns and magic, in the heart of nature!
Fort de la Dame Blanche, starting from Les Grandes Baraques
4.37 mi
+840 ft
-840 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Besançon (Doubs)
An easy forest walk leading to the Fort de la Dame Blanche from the Grandes Baraques car park. From the fort, the view over the Ognon Valley is splendid.
La Dame Blanche
5.95 mi
+1,047 ft
-1,060 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Besançon (Doubs)
This is a forest walk in the Chailluz Forest, whose name comes from "chaille", a rock similar to flint, which our ancestors used to make arrowheads. You will climb up to the beautiful line of cornices overlooking the Ognon valley to reach the Fort de la Dame Blanche viewpoint over the Vosges mountains. And as you will no doubt be doing this walk on a beautiful sunny day, you are unlikely to encounter the disturbing lady who haunts these places after dark.
The Acacia Fountain
4.02 mi
+351 ft
-351 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Besançon (Doubs)
A short, cool, shaded walk to discover the Fontaine des Acacias, one of the only water sources in the Chailluz Forest, carved out at the foot of a small cirque of mossy rocks in a wild sinkhole. Return via the floral trail to another sinkhole: the Creux Vivier.
The Acacia Fountain
8.66 mi
+571 ft
-564 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Besançon (Doubs)
A pleasant walk in the shade of the trees in the Chailluz forest, passing by the Fontaine des Acacias (a forest water source carved into the side of a sinkhole). An easy route through the coniferous woodland.
Walk to Notre Dame de la Libération
0.51 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
0h 15
Easy
Departure from Thise (Doubs)
A very lovely, fairly short walk suitable for everyone, on the hills above the small village of Thise, east of Besançon. Minimal elevation gain, stony path.
Route around Thise-Est and Beaupré Castle
3.88 mi
+246 ft
-243 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Thise (Doubs)
Views of Beaupré Castle along an easy, picturesque route east of Thise.
Alternative routes available. Wildlife and birdwatching.
Picnic, sports and play area. Boules court. Second car park halfway along the route.
The Rufille Trail in Thise
8.96 mi
+873 ft
-869 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Thise (Doubs)
The town of Thise and the March'en Thise Association have marked out four paths in the Bois de Thise to showcase different aspects of the woods, including the one described here: the Sentier Noir, known as the Sentier de Rufille.
The Dolines Trail
5.96 mi
+807 ft
-804 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Thise (Doubs)
The municipality of Thise and the March'en Thise Association have mapped out four trails in the Bois de Thise to showcase different aspects of this woodland, including the one described here: the 10 km red trail, known as the Sentier des Dolines.
From Fort Châtillon to the Dame Blanche
6.75 mi
+1,076 ft
-1,076 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Châtillon-le-Duc (Doubs)
From Châtillon church, you will climb to a wild viewpoint on the rocks of the Dame Blanche, encountering the ruins of an old caborde (stone shelter) along the way. Then, along a beautiful line of cornices overlooking the Ognon valley, you will reach the Fort de la Dame Blanche viewpoint over the Vosges mountains, following in the footsteps of the disturbing woman who haunts these places after dark. From the old fortifications, you will descend towards Châtillon along peaceful forest paths.
The Bois de la Cototte in Roche-lez-Beaupré
5.55 mi
+725 ft
-705 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Roche-lez-Beaupré (Doubs)
A short walk, almost entirely through the forest, very pleasant, very close to Besançon but offering a complete change of scenery and plenty of variety.
Between Cayenne, Chevroz and Devecey
4.69 mi
+249 ft
-240 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Châtillon-le-Duc (Doubs)
An easy walk in the countryside. Mainly on roads or pavements.
Chailluz Forest - La Dame Blanche
8.39 mi
+1,043 ft
-1,024 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Besançon (Doubs)
Walk in the Chailluz Forest and climb up to the Dame Blanche viewpoint.
The Chapel of Montoille and the Rocks of Château-Loriot
7.20 mi
+1,512 ft
-1,486 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Vaire-le-Petit (Doubs)
A gentle forest walk to the Montoille viewpoint overlooking Deluz and its old paper mill. You'll no doubt find yourself whistling as you climb the beautifully named Impasse de Chantemerle, but you'll soon need to catch your breath for the strenuous climb to the Grotte de sous Roche and the Château-Loriot viewpoint over the Doubs valley and the Vosges mountains, which will reward you for your efforts. A peaceful, wooded return journey, framed by the mossy rocks of a superb sinkhole.
Sources d'Arcier and Vaire-le-Grand
8.54 mi
+794 ft
-794 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Chalèze (Doubs)
Hike starting in the village, then through the Chalèze woods to reach the Arcier springs. The return journey is along the Doubs river via the cycle path.
The Arcier Springs
5.41 mi
+1,234 ft
-1,240 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Vaire-Arcier (Doubs)
At the gates of Besançon, the waters of the Arcier springs, naturally filtered by the Saône marshes, have supplied the city since the distant Gallo-Roman era. From their green and rocky settings, the babbling waters, gushing from all sides, will restore your bucolic spirit. You will then climb, at a more military pace, to the ruins of the Épesses battery, built in 1878.
Arcier Springs Circular Trail
1.49 mi
+558 ft
-535 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Vaire-Arcier (Doubs)
A short but challenging walk to discover the Arcier springs that have supplied the city of Besançon since the distant Gallo-Roman era. A gentle warm-up, accompanied by the music of gushing water. Then a lovely climb up the slopes of the Grand Bois, still accompanied by the murmur of the water.
La Roche Blanche
9.37 mi
+1,138 ft
-1,142 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Vaire-Arcier (Doubs)
From the sumptuous Château de Vaire-le-Grand, the whim and ruin of Jean-Antoine Boisot, son of a close friend of King Louis XIV, you will climb towards La Roche Blanche. This is an unsecured viewpoint (caution!) over the Doubs valley. You will be taken by surprise by the rustic fountain of Les Tilleuls and descend via the beautiful sunken path lined with wild garlic at La Vacherie. You will then return along the riverbank, in the shade of the Rochers du Château Loriot, to discover the old paper mill.
The Arcier springs with return via the heights of Chalèze
4.32 mi
+768 ft
-748 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Vaire-Arcier (Doubs)
Near Besançon, discover the beautiful hamlet of Arcier and its water sources, which contribute significantly to the water supply of Besançon and the valley overlooking them, and return via the heights of Chalèze and La Canaie via the Côte de Joux.
Route des Trois Portes in Chaleze
5.86 mi
+840 ft
-823 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Chalèze (Doubs)
Hike in the peaceful woods on the outskirts of Besançon.
The countryside in the city on the outskirts of Besançon
1.73 mi
+148 ft
-148 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Besançon (Doubs)
Want to go for a walk in the countryside while staying in town? Yes, it's possible!
Route of the Headless Rooster Fountain in Chaux-la-Lotière
6.76 mi
+367 ft
-374 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Chaux-la-Lotière (Haute-Saône)
A circular walk for everyone, starting from the swimming pool car park.
La Tounolle as seen from Boulot
3.44 mi
+233 ft
-210 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Boulot (Haute-Saône)
A very pleasant walk to discover the Tounolle, a small, wild river in the forest.
Les Hauts du Mont from Boulot
3.99 mi
+269 ft
-246 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Boulot (Haute-Saône)
This circular route starts in Boulot, at the Au Zinc bar-restaurant.
Enjoy your walk with family or friends, passing by Boulot Castle, the Golot Fountain and the covered wash house in Boulot, which is decorated during festivals.
Aigremont Mountain
7.06 mi
+1,867 ft
-1,867 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Deluz (Doubs)
Aigremont overlooks the Doubs valley. Once crowned by a small fortified castle, legend has it that on these ruins, a shepherd intrigued by the behaviour of his flock—which was drawn to a patch of evergreen grass—discovered a statue of the Virgin Mary. Carried down to the village, it mysteriously returned to its rock, where a chapel was built. You will reach it by following magnificent jagged ledges, discovering from these heights the Jura mountains and, on a clear day, Mont Blanc.
The Champ des Creux fountain
5.17 mi
+968 ft
-971 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Chalèze (Doubs)
There are plenty of fountains along this forest walk, which will take you scrambling at the foot of high rocks to discover a pretty little valley and forgotten fountains, before returning along a charming circular route of the Doubs.
The Bregille Mountains
4.12 mi
+679 ft
-676 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Chalezeule (Doubs)
A beautiful walk for city dwellers seeking nature and sweeping views of the capital of Franche-Comté and its hills, just a stone's throw from the city. It offers superb views of our Citadel and the feudal castle of Montfaucon. Then, just a stone's throw from the noisy city, you will find yourself on quiet paths, accompanied by the scent of boxwood.
From the train to the chasms
8.80 mi
+446 ft
-476 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Rioz (Haute-Saône)
Following in the footsteps of our ancestors, let's walk through the countryside to the chasms of the Bois de la Hye, known as the "Bois des Roches".
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The Montfaucon viewpoint
1.90 mi
+138 ft
-131 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Montfaucon (Doubs) (Doubs)
The Montfaucon viewpoint over the Doubs valley, the Citadel, the Jura mountains and, on a clear day, Mont Blanc. Fort Woirol, its anti-aircraft batteries, its redoubts and, finally, a lovely view of the ruins of the feudal castle.
The Montfaucon defensive mole
7.83 mi
+830 ft
-856 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Montfaucon (Doubs) (Doubs)
Hike through the defensive wall of Montfaucon, a system of fortifications essential to the defence of Besançon. Built between 1870 and 1889 on a cliff, the site overlooks the city at an altitude of 617 metres. For walkers with less of a military bent, you will enjoy this woodland walk with its views of the Doubs valley, the Citadel, the Jura Mountains and, on a clear day, the Alps, from the Bernese Oberland to Mont Blanc.
The Batterie des Rattes and the Fort d’Épesses
4.82 mi
+656 ft
-640 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Gennes (Doubs)
A short walk through the woods to discover these two batteries, which complemented the Fort de Montfaucon completed in 1878. They form part of the first phase of construction of the Besançon fortified camp and are named after the wooded localities in the midst of which they are situated.
The feudal castle of Montfaucon, Fort Woirol and the Fontaine de la Dhuit
4.91 mi
+935 ft
-909 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Montfaucon (Doubs) (Doubs)
Between forest paths and old walls covered in ivy, this hike immerses you in nature and heritage: from the Vue des Alpes viewpoint to the cliffs overlooking the Doubs valley, the route offers panoramic views of the Citadel, the Jura Mountains and the Saône plain. Along the way, history unfolds: Fort Woirol, marked by a tragic explosion, the optical post and its anti-aircraft batteries, as well as the imposing remains of the feudal castle, testimony to a rich medieval past.
Fort Beauregard and Fort Bregille
5.92 mi
+1,171 ft
-1,178 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Besançon (Doubs)
The forts of Beauregard and Bregille offer a special walk for residents of Besançon seeking greenery and sweeping views of the capital of Franche-Comté and its hills. They offer superb views of our Citadel. Then, just a stone's throw from the bustling city, you will find yourself on quiet paths, accompanied by the scent of boxwood.
Fort de Bregille and Les Prés de Vaux in Besançon
4.48 mi
+797 ft
-768 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Besançon (Doubs)
Hike in the Besançon area, allowing you to climb up to Fort de Bregille with a superb view of the city and the citadel.
The hunt for Besançon’s twenty fountains
5.70 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Besançon (Doubs)
There are plenty of fountains in Besançon! Some more imposing than others, some more interesting, some steeped in history.
Rather than admiring one by chance or even walking past it with complete indifference, why not go on a hunt for the 20 fountains?
An urban and cultural stroll that will help you discover Besançon in a fun way.
Pirey towards Mont and Fort de Pouilley
5.54 mi
+581 ft
-587 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Pirey (Doubs)
A peaceful family route near Besançon. Discover a restored caborde (stone shelter) and a wide viewpoint with an orientation table.
Nancray Mill Route
6.06 mi
+538 ft
-554 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Nancray (Doubs)
Explore Nancray, its water springs, its old mill, the Bois de la Côte, and finally return via the Forêt des Landes. And of course, take the opportunity to visit the Nancray Open-Air Ecomuseum of Comtois Houses, featuring around thirty typical rural houses from Franche-Comté.