Sports and leisure activities Nièvre

If you wish to discover the AOC Sancerre, Pouilly Fumé and Coteaux du Giennois, then take advantage of the "It's Wine Time" walks offered by the tourist office. These are regular events, which take place every Thursday, Friday and Saturday of the summer (July, August and September). Whether you are a wine enthusiast or a lover of good wines, you will enjoy tasting different wines in unusual places three times a week throughout the summer. An unforgettable experience to live during your walks in the Loire Valley!

Let yourself slide on the waters of the last wild river that is the Loire. Aboard a 7-seater canoe, set off upstream or downstream from La Charité, for a half or full day, to discover the fauna and flora of the Loire. Set off at your own pace or choose to be accompanied by a guide. A stroll in all serenity to take the time to observe the landscapes of the Loire. Also stand-up paddle or traditional canoe trips.

The track was approved as "national track" in 2014. On the site, there is a track for beginners who can initiate the discipline and another larger for those who already have experience, the pilots like you like to call them in the club. The club inserts courses but also courses, the calendar is online on the website. A beautiful site to practice this extreme, physical and technical cycling sport or to attend the major races and championships.

This route of almost 9 km highlights the work of the painter Emmanuel de La Villéon (1848-1944). Of Breton origin, he lived from 1900 to 1936 in a mansion in the hamlet of Salvard, in the commune of Bitry. A fervent admirer of Monet, he adopted most of the characteristics of Impressionism. Punctuated with panels containing reproductions of the bocage poyaudin and commentaries, this loop allows you to observe the places painted by the artist.

Here is a modern leisure activity: an ecotourism activity based on the respect of nature and its preservation, while enjoying the beauty it offers to everyone. In the heart of a wild nature, discover the secrets of the Morvan by taking place on board electrically assisted bicycles. Starting from the Château-Chinon station, on an old railway line that is no longer in use, two routes are available to you. Pedal at your own pace and enjoy!

This spot is aimed at fans of downhill mountain biking or off-road wheelchair: go to the forest of Breuil Chenue in the Morvan Regional Nature Park, in the commune of Dun-les-Places, and hurtle down the slopes in search of thrills over nearly 1.4 km! The spot is official and the practice is totally free and free. Come with your equipment and let yourself be exhilarated by the original discovery of this protected natural area.

A fleet of 13 velorails is at your disposal to travel the 13 km (round trip) of this old railroad line going from Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire to Sancerre. It is one of the most spectacular because it allows you to cross three bridges: a bridge of 856 m on the Loire, a bridge on the lateral canal to the Loire, and a 40 m high viaduct dominating the golf of Sancerre. With family or friends, from vineyards to meadows, from green spaces to the waves of the Loire, you will fully enjoy the surrounding nature!

Installed directly on the lake of Settons, GlissLand promises you many thrills! With activities from 3 years old, the whole family will be able to spend fabulous moments of laughter and emotions. Between towed buoy, flyboard, water jump, electric jet ski for the youngest, blob jump to feel like a superhero flying in the air, everyone will find his happiness. Instructors give you all the advice adapted to these activities. You are perfectly supervised, all you have to do is enjoy!

Patricia Muller is passionate about the world of books and writing, and teaches calligraphy and illumination. She likes to share her expertise with others, and throughout the year offers workshops and courses in Latin and Japanese calligraphy, parchment illumination, bookbinding, engraving and gold leaf on gesso. The profession of calligrapher, recognized as a "Rare Craft" by the French Ministry of Culture, takes on its full meaning in La Charité-sur-Loire, the City of Words.

On the immediate edge of the Nevers-Magny-Cours Technopole, this golf course extends its 50 hectares of perfectly maintained greenery in the heart of the Nivernais bocage. Whether you are a seasoned player or an amateur, come and work on the precision of your shots on a technical and diversified 18-hole course accessible to all. Improve your swing and your stamina as you play on the green, and in particular on the 5-hole course specially designed for beginners and those wishing to perfect their approach shots. A great time of conviviality in perspective!

Here's a place that kids love, and parents too! This indoor playground of more than 750 m² welcomes children from 0 to 12 years old for hours of cascading games! Fully secured, the space offers a vast area for your toddlers to let off steam. There is a basketball court, a sledding hill, a mini kart, ball pools, a slide, as well as an area for the little ones, all in an ultra colorful atmosphere. A relaxation area is available for parents, and a snack corner will satisfy small hungers.

Initiation to outdoor horseback riding and discovery of the south of Morvan. Coaching is provided by certified staff. The various activities spread over two days cover all the main chapters of the story between the rider and the mount and the next day, a day break in land with a champêtre meal.

Located at the southern tip of the La Pierre-qui-Vire massif, the Rocher du Chien is a climbing site well known to sportsmen and women. On granite routes from 10 to 30 metres high, this natural site offers a choice of cliffs for beginners and experienced climbers. A spot benefiting from a quality rock providing a pleasant climbing which will give you a breathtaking view of the beautiful landscapes of the Morvan. We like the practice of "No eyes climbing" thanks to a sound detection system of the catches.

On 15   km, this trip will bring you to discover the washing and ancient habitat of the commune, rich testimony of the past, as well as one of its finest particularities  : a multitude of varieties of orchids scattered here and there on the limestones that surround the village. A nice gift from Dame Nature   which is very valuable to discover! Information at the Tourist Tourism office on Loire.

Christophe Page, permanent nature guide, will take you to discover the Loire, on foot or by boat. Several hikes are proposed, around themes changing with the seasons. Enriching and exciting, these hikes are both instructive and sporty. Intended for all ages, they are a pleasant way to combine culture and physical activities. Treat yourself by offering a gift voucher for a walk with an overnight stay in a guest room.

A mythical place for motor sports since the 1960s, the Nevers-Magny-Cours circuit has the envied privilege of having hosted eighteen Formula 1 French Grand Prix. A must in the Nivernais landscape where you can treat yourself to a thrill at the wheel of a single-seater or a kart. The circuit is in the heart of the big league because of the events it hosts, but also because of the quality of the services offered and the modern infrastructure.

This association manages 120 circuits from 4 km to 50 km, accessible to all, specialists as well as beginners, that is to say 2 100 km of marked out paths starting from various communes of the Park of Morvan. On these marked trails you will find Altao washing stations, which allow you to clean your bikes with adapted equipment as well as to check the pressure and inflate the tires. Animations are proposed, in particular mountain bike rides, accompanied by patented guides, for a duration of half a day to several days for groups.

Aboard real Canadian wood-epoxy canoes, let yourself glide quietly down the Yonne River to discover the Vaux-d'Yonne: the charm of its beautiful villages and the freshness of the woods will make these rides unforgettable. An outing in all serenity, possible from 8 years old (provided you can swim!), on this peaceful river. A white water descent is also possible. Paddling school on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons, competition club. Live a unique experience with your family or friends!

To discover the forests, lakes and rivers of the Pays Corbigeois, no less than twenty-two marked out loops open their courses to you, going from 5 to 25 kilometers. On foot of course, but also on horseback or mountain bike. Whatever the chosen mode, these different itineraries are adapted to all ages, and are perfect to discover, at one's own pace, the nature and landscapes of the Morvan. Beautiful moments in perspective!

At Le Fouet Enchanté, you'll discover a hostess who's literally passionate about pastry. To the point of sharing her passion through two-hour classes for young and old alike. Here, everything is provided for you (including your apron!). Best of all, you'll leave with the dessert you've concocted - and the recipe, of course! Family classes are also available. And an e-commerce site completes the offer. With everything you need to prepare homemade desserts. But this time from home. We love Le Fouet Enchanté!

Over an area of 7 000 m 2and encircling the Etang of the Fougeraie, the Carpodrome awaits the fishing fans! In a preserved nature, with environmentally friendly facilities, come and play the line to attract the mirror, communal and love carp that inhabit the pond waters. On request, group hosting, organisation of competitions and initiation to techniques of carp fishing.

To play with the words, to write what goes to us here by the head... what Christine Delbove during his writing workshops offers imaginative: "it is only a matter of with pleasure... putting or giving work our imagination". On two to three hours, you can explore the words, to transform them, to tame them, put in your words designed, with the advice Madame. Delbove.

INSTANT NATURE invites you to unforgettable outings through the seasons in Marzy. Come aboard a traditional boat for birdwatching or meet the beavers on the Bec d'Allier. In autumn, enjoy the unique experience of stag bellowing evenings by lantern, or go mushroom-picking in the Bertranges forests. These outings in small groups are the perfect opportunity to discover the local flora and fauna in a warm and intimate atmosphere. A moment of rejuvenation and wonder in the heart of nature guaranteed.

This miniature golf course offers, in a landscaped and soundproofed setting, a 12-hole course, lit for night owls. From the age of 4, you can try your hand at bridges, underground passages, waterfalls and other obstacles on the course! Try the Golf Aventure challenge: with an outdoor aperitif and the course rental in the afternoon or evening, the atmosphere is guaranteed! This golf course is an integral part of the Magic Boulevard complex: it is then possible to combine several activities, as a couple, with friends or family, for hours of shared pleasure!

Located in the commune of La Celle-sur-Loire, there are two trails in Brocs: the trail of the Loire and Man and the trail of the Loire and its natural environment. From 1 to 2,3 km, these paths are not difficult and offer the possibility to discover the wild river, its fauna, its flora, and its relations with Man. Explanatory panels punctuate the paths. The site of the Brocs reveals natural environments with a strong patrimonial and touristic interest, whose safeguard and development are encouraged by a Natura 2000 contract.

The canoeing club offers free or supervised sessions to go down the Loire or the Aron river, especially from Saint-Hilaire-Fontaine or Cercy-la-Tour. For individuals as well as groups, the descents are done on a half-day, full-day or multi-day basis. A sporty outing, but accessible to all, and a nice way to discover the fauna, the flora, but also the local heritage. To be done with family or friends!

What could be more pleasant than spending the day on the shores of Lake Settons frolicking in the water? This is what you can do with your family or friends at the Aquapark: a gigantic inflatable structure dressed in yellow and blue, floating on the calm waters of the lake, awaits you for endless obstacle courses. Equipped with life jackets to be on the safe side, you will be able to take on the slides, climbing walls and other giant trampolines for hours of fun!

In Chalaux, in the heart of France's Morvan region, Noémie Cazin and Aurélien Noble have been offering rafting, hydrospeed and canoeing trips for the past four years. The experience begins with participants being fully equipped with neoprene wetsuit, socks, jacket, lifejacket and helmet. Once ready, they head for the starting point, some 20 minutes away, to admire the Morvan countryside. Instructor Aurélien reminds them of the safety instructions before setting off on the Chalaux. Along the way, he shares his passion for nature, detailing the flora and fauna of the Morvan. Participants can also try their hand at the sensational washing machine test. The descent continues with category 3 or 4 rapids, requiring a good hold on the rope. After an hour and a half's descent, Noémie welcomes participants back to dry land with tea and coffee.