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Villegusien-le-Lac walks
Tour of Lake Vingeanne
Visorando Member
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
Tour of Lake Liez near Langres
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
The Amorey tufa formations from Auberive
6.47 mi
+689 ft
-699 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Auberive (Haute-Marne) (Haute-Marne)
This route allows you to explore the village of Auberive and its abbey (open to visitors; check opening times and days). Most of the route is through forest and offers views of the tufa formations (information panel on site).
Auberive, its former abbey, forest and animal park on a circular route.
6.88 mi
+489 ft
-518 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Auberive (Haute-Marne) (Haute-Marne)
Two-part hike: a beautiful forest loop ending at the animal park enclosures (fallow deer and wild boar), followed by a visit to the charming village of Auberive, with a tour of the former Cistercian abbey and a review of its rich history from its foundation in 1135 to its current status as a museum and exhibition venue.
Route d'Auberive via the Chalmessin Reserve
15.91 mi
+1,608 ft
-1,608 ft
3 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Auberive (Haute-Marne) (Haute-Marne)
A fairly wild route, mainly through woodland, where it is not uncommon to spot roe deer from the Auberive Forest (future national park). Passes through the Chalmessin Nature Reserve via theGR®7, returning via the Bois de la Montagne and the Forêt des Charbonnières.Moderator’s note: Please note that reviews of this hike mention difficult, even impossible, sections
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.
In the footsteps of Henry IV at Fontaine-Française
6.42 mi
+79 ft
-98 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Fontaine-Française (Côte-d'Or)
In the Vingeanne valley, a walk amongst ponds, springs, canals, streams and the river, exploring the châteaux of Fontaine-Française and Rosières, the ruins of an old blast furnace, and observing resident birds (such as the reed warbler) or migratory birds in a reed bed or meadow.
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.
In the forest of Crécey-sur-Tille via the Vornay valley
4.41 mi
+417 ft
-410 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Crécey-sur-Tille (Côte-d'Or)
This route will take you to Crécey-sur-Tille Castle and its dovecote, wash houses, wayside crosses and the Church of Notre-Dame de la Nativité. This walk will also take you through the forest via the Combe Vornay to the north-east of the village.
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.
In the Vingeanne region, the Château de Rosières
7.12 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Fontenelle (Côte-d'Or) (Côte-d'Or)
This easy hike will take you between Vingeanne and the canal to the Château de Rosières, a 15th-century fortified manor house that is still inhabited and operates as a bed and breakfast. It is open to visitors.
In the footsteps of Gargantua around Marcilly-sur-Tille
4.73 mi
+174 ft
-180 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Marcilly-sur-Tille (Côte-d'Or)
A short, easy walk around the village of Marcilly-sur-Tille, which is situated on the River Ignon and not on the River Tille as its name suggests, passing by the Étang de Venarde where you can see many birds (depending on the season). You’ll walk along the River Ignon, with its wash house and old mill, and reach Mont de Marcilly, where you’ll enjoy a magnificent view over the Tille Valley.
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 banks of the Tille and the Perte de la Venelle in Lux
5.35 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Lux (Côte-d'Or)
This circular walk will take you around the charming village of Lux, its dam, the banks of the Tille, its fountains, its church, its park along the Tille, and the peaceful spot known as the Perte de la Venelle.
Why not combine a walk with a picnic by the water (the Tille) in Lux, perhaps in the landscaped park?
Les Mauritaines, departing from Is-sur-Tille
Tourist office
6.71 mi
+574 ft
-571 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Is-sur-Tille (Côte-d'Or)
This forest route will allow you to discover the limestone plateau overlooking Is-sur-Tille, a wayside cross, a spring: the Marcevau fountain, and the small bell tower. The route, proposed by the Tille and Ignon Valleys Tourist Office, is listed in the Côte-d’Or PDIPR.
PDIPR: Departmental Plan for Walking and Hiking Routes.
Hunting days: Sundays and public holidays.
Bois de la Brosse, starting from Dienay
7.65 mi
+886 ft
-876 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Diénay (Côte-d'Or)
A pleasant walk through the Bois de la Brosse, starting from the wash house in the centre of Dienay.
The Creux Bleu walk in Villecomte
5.69 mi
+699 ft
-699 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Villecomte (Côte-d'Or)
Le Creux Bleu is the resurgence (kastic massif) of the Francheville stream, which disappears a few kilometres upstream and is located 20 metres from the Ignon river in the centre of the village.