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Xures walks
The villages of Ley and Bezange-la-Petite, starting from Moncourt
Visorando Member
8.03 mi
+322 ft
-315 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Moncourt (Moselle)
A circular walk through the Saulnois plain to visit the villages of Moncourt, Ley and Bezange-la-Petite, with 360° views from all the high points along the walk. This is an area where you can find remnants of the two world wars: 1914–18 and 1940–44.
Circular walk through the countryside between the villages of Coincourt, Xures and Moncourt
7.34 mi
+299 ft
-289 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Coincourt (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A circular route, along paths and small country roads, between the villages of Coincourt, Xures and Moncourt. Along the way, a bit of history in the Bois de Champcourt, with a visit to a site featuring five German blockhouses from the 1814–1918 period.
The Parroy Circular Trail
3.25 mi
+144 ft
-151 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Parroy (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
This short walk has two highlights: the Étang de Parroy and the Marne-Rhine Canal. The site is superb and offers some lovely views as you climb the hills after leaving the lake. During the tourist season, you can see sailing boats from the water sports centre and numerous boats belonging to river tourism enthusiasts. We are in the Sânon region, right in the heart of the countryside, and the peace and quiet of the area is much appreciated.
Circular route between the Étang de Parroy and Réchicourt-la-Petite
9.63 mi
+404 ft
-394 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Parroy (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Circular route between the Étang de Parroy and Réchicourt-la-Petite, returning via Bures. Views of the Étang de Parroy from near and far. In Réchicourt-la-Petite, a line of seven blockhouses from the 1914–1918 period and a Météo-France weather station. On the way back, pass by the memorial to the first three Americans killed in 1917. Throughout the route, 360° views across the plain and the Vosges mountains.
From the Black Madonna to the Kronprinz Shelter
3.97 mi
+223 ft
-210 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Emberménil (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Blue round markings, picnic areas, tables and benches throughout the route. This route allows you to discover a few curiosities: the Black Madonna, the Kronprinz shelter (command bunker of the Prince of Bavaria) during the First World War.
In the Saulnois region between Xanrey, Lezey and Bezange-la-Petite
10.35 mi
+436 ft
-443 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Xanrey (Moselle)
A circular walk through the rolling plains of the Saulnois between the villages of Xanrey, Lezey and Bezange-la-Petite, with beautiful views. A walk along quiet country lanes and field paths.
Circular route starting from Arracourt via Xanrey and Rechicourt
10.46 mi
+515 ft
-499 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Arracourt (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A circular route through the Saulnois plain, passing through the villages of Juvrecourt, Xanrey and Réchicourt-la-Petite. The first 500 metres are on a busy road, the rest on quiet country lanes and wide field paths. This walk passes an American memorial to the First World War, situated in open countryside in the commune of Réchicourt-la-Petite.
Loop between Arracourt and Bezange-la-Grande
10.26 mi
+436 ft
-459 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Arracourt (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A loop between Arracourt and Bezange-la-Grande, starting in the plain, mainly on small roads, and returning through the Bezange State Forest. At the start of the hike, you will pass the tank commemorating one of the largest tank battles of the Second World War.
The large lock at Réchicourt
7.24 mi
+36 ft
-39 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Réchicourt-le-Château (Moselle)
This circuit will introduce you to an industrial and urban area of Lorraine that has been recognised as a historic monument and protected heritage site since 2014.
You will also follow the Marne-Rhine Canal and six of its former locks, now replaced by a single lock known as "la grande écluse" (the big lock).
A bucolic walk that combines wooded and aquatic environments.
Circular loop around Marsal
12.57 mi
+932 ft
-932 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Marsal (Moselle)
A walk that allows you to enjoy Marsal, its history and its panoramic views.
Please note the comments left in the ‘Reviews and Discussion’ section on Saturday 9 November 2019.
==> The orientation table is located on private land, but access is permitted to enjoy the view. However, please ensure you close the access gates properly to prevent the grazing sheep from escaping.
Between Athienville and Arracourt, passing through the Bois de Bénémont
7.48 mi
+515 ft
-531 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Athienville (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Circular route between the villages of Athienville and Arracourt, returning via the Bois de Bénamont. Beautiful views at the start along the path on the edge of the Bois les Jumelles. A shaded walk through the Bois de Bénamont. Best undertaken with a GPS as, at the start in the Bois de Bénamont, the paths are difficult to see in places and the IGN map is out of date.
Walking on water at the Réchicourt-le-Château lake
6.26 mi
+33 ft
-43 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Réchicourt-le-Château (Moselle)
The Réchicourt-le-Château Lake occupies a rather unusual position. The Marne-Rhine Canal has crossed it since 1965. In fact, it was decided at that time to build the “Grand Écluse”, which made it possible to bypass nearly six locks on the old canal. As a result, a section of the route is a path flanked on either side by part of the lake. Another major attraction is the Grand Écluse itself, which features numerous facilities for tourists.
The six-pond circuit from Dieuze
7.25 mi
+82 ft
-75 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Dieuze (Moselle)
The Saulnois region is often described as the “Land of Salt and Ponds”. This description is well-deserved, and this route features nearly six ponds. Apart from the Étang des Essarts, which has been developed, the others are managed by the Lorraine Nature Conservancy and are completely unspoilt. Here you’ll discover a rich variety of wildlife, vegetation and colours that bear witness to a protected environment. The picnic area by the side of the main road is halfway along the route and can prove very useful.
Loop between Vic-sur-Seille and Moyenvic through the Bezange-la-Grande Forest
8.14 mi
+449 ft
-449 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Vic-sur-Seille (Moselle)
A loop in the Saulnois between Vic-sur-Seille and Moyenvic, passing through the Bezange la Grande National Forest. Walk along field paths and woodland trails with beautiful views from the highest points.
Mondon State Forest in Moncel-lès-Lunéville
7.47 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Moncel-lès-Lunéville (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A pleasant walk in the Mondon National Forest with no significant elevation gain and on wide paths (except near the Grand Étang). The route is made easy by clear landmarks. Stop at the Grand Étang to watch the birds.
