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The Grand Châfo in Voray-sur-l'Ognon
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!
In the footsteps of the White Lady
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.
Between Cayenne, Chevroz and Devecey
An easy walk in the countryside. Mainly on roads or pavements.
From Fort Châtillon to the Dame Blanche
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.
Meadows, river and castle between Buthiers and Perrouse
Viewpoint, castle, wash houses, banks of the Ognon, nature reserve pond: discover Perrouse and Buthiers.
La Tounolle as seen from Boulot
A very pleasant walk to discover the Tounolle, a small, wild river in the forest.
Les Hauts du Mont from Boulot
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.
The Fort de la Dame Blanche
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.
The Acacia Fountain
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.
La Dame Blanche
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.
Fort de la Dame Blanche, starting from Les Grandes Baraques
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.
Route of the Headless Rooster Fountain in Chaux-la-Lotière
A circular walk for everyone, starting from the swimming pool car park.
The Acacia Fountain
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 Ognon Valley via Geneuille and Cussey
This route will allow you to discover the countryside and woods of the villages of Geneuille and Cussey-sur-l'Ognon.
The route is not difficult and follows well-marked paths and forest roads.
Chailluz Forest - La Dame Blanche
Walk in the Chailluz Forest and climb up to the Dame Blanche viewpoint.
The countryside in the city on the outskirts of Besançon
Want to go for a walk in the countryside while staying in town? Yes, it's possible!
Route around Thise-Est and Beaupré Castle
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
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
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.
Walk to Notre Dame de la Libération
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.
Architecture and heritage starting from Moncey
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.
Sources d'Arcier and Vaire-le-Grand
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 Bois de la Cototte in Roche-lez-Beaupré
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.
Pirey towards Mont and Fort de Pouilley
A peaceful family route near Besançon. Discover a restored caborde (stone shelter) and a wide viewpoint with an orientation table.
Mont de Pouilley
A walk around Mont de Pouilley-les-Vignes along the botanical trail, then the fitness trail through paths winding between beautiful moss-covered rocks, dotted with snowdrops and daffodils in spring. At both ends: a viewpoint overlooking the church spires of the surrounding villages and the Haute-Saône; the fortifications built after the defeat of 1870.
Route des Trois Portes in Chaleze
Hike in the peaceful woods on the outskirts of Besançon.
The Bregille Mountains
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
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".
Passage impossible in (10), see notices
The Champ des Creux fountain
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 Arcier springs with return via the heights of Chalèze
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.
The Arcier Springs
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
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.
The Montfaucon viewpoint
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
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 feudal castle of Montfaucon, Fort Woirol and the Fontaine de la Dhuit
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.
The Batterie des Rattes and the Fort d’Épesses
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.