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Villey-le-Sec walks
The circular Moselle between Villey-le-Sec and Pierre-le-Treiche.
Visorando Member 
6.27 mi
+384 ft
-384 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Villey-le-Sec (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Explore the circular loops of the Moselle between Villey-le-Sec and Pierre-la-Treiche, passing by old military structures and caves.
From the car park at the Villey-le-Sec dam, hike through the woods of Villey-le-Sec and Pierre-la-Treiche to discover the military structures, then return along the old railway line and the Moselle to visit the caves.
Circular Moselle between Villey-le-Sec and Pierre-la-Treiche
Visorando Member 
5.77 mi
+269 ft
-259 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Villey-le-Sec (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Walk along the circular loops of the Moselle between Villey-le-Sec and Pierre-la-Treiche or the 'cave route'.
Start at the Villey-le-Sec dam car park, hike through the woods of Villey-le-Sec and along the old railway line to see the caves.
Return on flat ground via the cycle path.
Between Gondreville and Villey-le-Sec
Visorando Member 
3.74 mi
+112 ft
-115 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Gondreville (Meurthe-et-Moselle) (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
For a day’s hike, you can combine this route with the one covering Gondreville and the canalised Moselle, which offers a fine view of Villey-le-Sec and the hills around Toul.
Circular from Bois de Bicqueley to Pierre-la-Treiche
Visorando Member 
7.62 mi
+738 ft
-738 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Pierre-la-Treiche (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
This walk in the Toulois region at Pierre-la-Treiche will take you to the Deuille, a small stream in the Bicqueley forest, with a return trip along the Moselle.
Circular route of the Moselle between Pierre-la-Treiche and Toul
Visorando Member 
9.43 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Pierre-la-Treiche (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Explore the Moselle circular loops between Pierre-la-Treiche and Toul. Starting from the car park at Pierre-la-Treiche, head towards Chaudeney along a small path through the woods on the right bank of the Moselle. Visit the Chaudeney dam and the two locks at Toul. Return along the narrow-gauge canal, then via the hamlet of Gare-le-Cou and the Château de la Rochotte.
Gondreville and the Canalised Moselle
Visorando Member 
6.08 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Gondreville (Meurthe-et-Moselle) (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Route starting from Gondreville, one of the oldest towns in Lorraine, with beautiful views of the canalised Moselle.
Maron - Pierre-la-Treiche
Visorando Member 
15.26 mi
+236 ft
-233 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Sexey-aux-Forges (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A leisurely bike ride along the Moselle with a few stops to visit the caves carved out by the Moselle in the karst rock when its level was much higher.
Maron/Sexey-aux-Forges
Visorando Member 
4.58 mi
+364 ft
-364 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Sexey-aux-Forges (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A beautiful walk through the forest and along the Moselle with a lovely viewpoint halfway along the route, complete with a bench.
Around Velaine-en-Haye via the Greenway
Visorando Member 3.57 mi
+69 ft
-69 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Velaine-en-Haye (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A lovely walk through the countryside and forest, with a chance to discover the old village of Velaine-en-Haye.
Deuille d'Ochey and Puits du Chahalot starting from Bicqueley
Visorando Member 
9.93 mi
+650 ft
-650 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Bicqueley (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
This walk allows you to discover, particularly in mid-winter (mid-January), the phenomenon of water resurgences near the small village of Bicqueley, a stone’s throw from the town of Toul.
Blue, pure waters, springing up amidst beautiful forests.
Very little elevation gain.
Through forests and meadows via Chaligny
Visorando Member 
4.85 mi
+404 ft
-420 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Maron (Meurthe-et-Moselle) (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A hike on the outskirts of Nancy offering a variety of landscapes, with forest sections and open areas around Chaligny.
Circuit around Mont St Michel on the hills above Toul
Visorando Member 2.91 mi
+367 ft
-377 ft
1h 40
Moderate
Departure from Toul (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Follow the contours of Mont St-Michel; no particular difficulty. It’s just a slight climb… a family hike.
Moderator’s note added on 20/07/2021: The car park at the start of this walk seems difficult to find (has it disappeared since 2012?). Suggestion: park near (5), close to the sports ground?
The Fort du Vieux Canton route
Visorando Member 
6.24 mi
+171 ft
-174 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Villey-Saint-Étienne (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A beautiful nature walk exploring the Sensitive Natural Areas (ENS) of the communal forest and the meadows of Villey-Saint-Étienne, with their local flora and fauna. This route offers an interesting insight into the Fort du Vieux Canton and the military fortifications of the Séré de Rivières defence system (1874–1914).
La Deuille d'Ochey
Visorando Member 
6.25 mi
+358 ft
-354 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Ochey (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A pleasant walk starting from Ochey, mostly through the woods, allowing you to discover a very pleasant spot, the Fontaine d'Ochey, a pretty turquoise blue resurgence, pouring out a good volume of water at this time of year (early April), but also worth seeing at other times.
Les Deux Malpierre
Visorando Member 
6.83 mi
+358 ft
-351 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Velaine-en-Haye (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
NEW ROUTE
Mostly in the Haye forest near Nancy, this route partly uses unmarked but perfectly passable trails. Follow the instructions as you go along.
After the Second World War, the site was home to an air base, used for 15 years by the US Army, as evidenced by the old concrete paths and buildings.
During the tour, you will also discover a memorial to the Resistance during World War II.
The Terrouin Valley in Villey-Saint-Étienne
Visorando Member 
5.33 mi
+217 ft
-207 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Villey-Saint-Étienne (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
An easy walk from the banks of the majestic Moselle at this point, with views of the Toulois hills and, further away, the Meuse hills and finally the meadows and forests around the loops of the Terrouin.
Route de découverte de Liverdun
Visorando Member 3.64 mi
+397 ft
-371 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Liverdun (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Liverdun is a small medieval village situated on the banks of the Moselle, 30 minutes from Nancy. It has a charming atmosphere with medieval houses, narrow, picturesque streets and views over the circular bends of the Moselle. It is therefore easy and pleasant to spend several hours strolling through this charming town. Highlights of the route include Château Corbin and its grounds, the Esplanade du Moulin, Saint-Pierre Church, and the short round trip to the Roche Barbotte cave. Of course, before you leave, don’t forget to buy the famous Liverdun madeleines.
Circular of the Moselle between Liverdun and Lock No. 5 at Aingeray.
Visorando Member 
7.43 mi
+387 ft
-387 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Liverdun (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A circular route starting from Liverdun, passing through the communal woods of La Fourasse, then in front of Château de la Flie, continuing along the Moselle to Aingeray Lock No. 5. Crossing the Moselle and returning via a cycle path along the river.