Hiking Franche-Comté

Whether for sightseeing or for getting around, the Voie verte des berges du Doubs in Besançon is a very good option. Following the towpath of the river in a loop around the old town, it offers beautiful views of the city. Starting from the Battant bridge, it leads exactly to the Canot bridge via the Citadelle underpass, the Mazagran footbridge or the Charles-De-Gaulle bridge. It's a pity that the surface is not very smooth and does not allow rollerbladers to progress (cyclists will be fine, however); alternatively, you can take a VéloCité.

Distance: 14 km.

The region is home to some wonderful hiking trails, nestled at the foot of the Jura mountains. Among them, the hike to the Crêt de Chalam is a magnificent experience. Don't forget to explore the hikes that will take you past the many waterfalls or to the Chapeau de Gendarme. In winter, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy cross-country skiing, snowshoeing or even dog sledding. To discover all the itineraries available, visit the tourist office. You can book supervised outings.

Grandes Traversées du Jura coordinates and develops activities on the GR5 and GR9 routes. 180 public and private organizations are members. Call the association's head office or visit its website for more information on hiking and other activities. The Grande Traversée du Jura can be done on foot, mountain bike, mountain bike, snowshoes, cross-country skis or horseback! 388 km of marked trails from Montbéliard to Culoz (01) cross the Parc naturel du Haut-Jura.

There are many walks around Lure, for all levels. For the mighty, you must take the direction of Vouhenans and the Wave Trail (10 km). As his name indicates, he follows the banks of the Ognon and proposes to discover fountains and washing machines. At half way, discover a superb view of the Vosges massif. For the less mighty, direction La Sophisticated (3 km and two picnic areas) or choose the ascent of Mount Gedry (2 km).

The Club Vosges offers you walks accompanied by the discovery of the Vosges du Sud: Old mines trail, fountains circuit in Giromagny…

Burgundy is the ideal region for cycling or mountain biking: small roads, charming villages and beautiful landscapes will always be present throughout your hikes in Côte d'Or. At Randonneurs Randonneurs everyone can practise their favourite sport, without any spirit of competition competition. The club is made up of two sections, one of which is wheelchair touring (Road section) and the other is the green bike in roads and forests (mountain bike section). The club has 138 members, so it is one of the largest FFCT clubs in the Burgundy region. To allow the largest number of participants, each section is divided into groups of levels.

Do you know the vine? " The only man's companion ". With Muriel Deléger, no tank or cellar, but the discovery of the land, and the diversity of its treatments. Muriel, born in a family of winemakers, was truly passionate about the techniques of vine cultivation. His creed: organic or biodynamic culture. A consultant to wine-growers who are sensitive to natural methods, she shares her know-how (and passion) with you in a 2-hour hiking adventure in the heart of Puligny-Montrachet's land, with sensitivity and science. You will understand this alchemy linked to the rhythm of the seasons and the ratio of the human to the earth. Watch, breathe, taste and touch this land, the plants, the vine itself… You descend in the village with a new look on the vine and wine! The story is beautiful whatever the season and the visit is adjustable.

Information to the initiative union of Saint-Hippolyte. Here you can find a wide range of trails, which offer a wide range of possibilities to make loops in greenery from 5 km to 50 km around the site.

Bibracte, located at Saint-Léger-sous-Beuvray in Burgundy, is an archaeological site and museum well worth a visit. To get there by car, take the A6 freeway and allow around 3 hours 40 minutes from Paris or 2 hours 20 minutes from Lyon. On-site parking is available, with spaces reserved for people with reduced mobility. You can also come by train, arriving at the Creusot-Montceau TGV station and taking a shuttle bus to Autun, then a cab to Bibracte. During the summer, a shuttle bus leaves from Autun and Etang-sur-Arroux. Bibracte offers a unique opportunity to discover the history of the region.

This 1.5 hour walk, for young and old, proposes a path around 3 ponds: Vaillant, du Crêt and du Fort. 4.5 km between woods and fields where you can discover the ponds and all the maintenance they require: dykes, overflow systems, temporary pools, and the protected plant and animal species in this area. The interactive terminals help to understand the link with nature. There are a total of 12 circuits in this area, the longest of which is 45 km long. There is even one for mountain bikers. Attention all enthusiasts!

If you live in the region and don't know Aunt Arie, go to Delle immediately! This legendary character is an integral part of the local cultural heritage, and the walking circuit here invites you to meet… First of all, call by the Tourist Office of the commune, which will give you a companion booklet and will eventually present this «Druid Girl». Then, forward for two short hours walking along the river Allaine. You will discover some of the architectural riches of the area: bridges, banks and dams will make your journey. Open your eye: Aunt Arie may not be far away!

Tariff: free.

Duration: 2 h.

Difficulty: easy.

Just a few steps from Nevers, the Bays area is a wild wilderness. Two 30-minute loops have been built, partially on pilgrimages, to observe the fauna and flora without disturbing them. Designed for family walks, these trails are guided by Lépido the butterfly and Robin robin (a bird type). Panel panel, they will help you find out in this mysterious nature and advise you on the best ways to observe other animals.

Tariff: free.

Duration: 1 h.

Difficulty: easy.

Famous for its abbey and stud, Cluny is also a green city. A Green Lane leaves the city to get down to Charnay-lès-Mâcon for almost 30 kilometres. An easy itinerary idea to start: bicycle on the 7 km of the green lane separating the town of Cluny and the Bois Clair tunnel. This tunnel is a local curiosity because it is now open to pedestrians and cyclists. A small crossing that will be enough to create an adrenaline rise among the least reluctant, especially as the tunnel houses bats! Since these are protected, the tunnel is closed in winter. If you still want to go south, a tunnel bypass has been set up for bicycles, but attention is very uneven.

Tariff: free.

Duration: 1 h.

Difficulty: .

In its 3 653 km journey between Constanța in Romania and Saint-Nazaire, the eurovelo 6 passes through you! The kilometers of this green lane linking the municipalities of Bourogne to the west and Montreux-Château to the east, are part of it. Take your jogging, set up the rollers or climb your bike, and it's gone for a flat and bucolic journey on the slipway of the Rhone Canal on the Rhine! Secure and easy to access, it will be suitable for many.

Tariff: free.

Distance: 10 km.

Difficulty: .

Don't let yourself be impressed by its 63 kilometers! In its route between Port-sur-Saône and Gray, this Ride serves Scey-sur-Saône-et-Saint, Soing-Cubry-Charentenay, Autet and Rigny; so many opportunities for departure and arrival for the nearby athletes! Start walking or cycling, and shape your itinerary according to your mood and level. On the way, the different villages crossed can also be used for short breaks.

Tariff: free.

Distance: free, up to 63 km.

Difficulty: .

Let's take a stroll in the woods... And we're spoilt for choice! Located on the outskirts of Besançon, the Chailluz forest boasts several signposted hiking trails. From 6 to 14 kilometers, choose the one that suits you best; they're all guaranteed to give you a good time. In all, there are 1,780 hectares of playground perfectly suited to young and old alike. And if you're feeling peckish, take advantage of the picnic areas!

From Bazolles, a bike ride will lead you to some architectural curiosities. The first are the Collancelle vaults. Built to cross the mountain instead of going around it, they are now decorated by intense vegetation and let barges, cyclists and hikers pass through. A few kilometers further on, you will find the Sardy scale, a succession of sixteen locks. This itinerary is part of the Nivernais Canal cycle route.

Only five kilometres separate the neighbouring towns of Mailly-la-Ville and Mailly-le-Château. Why not leave the car aside to do some sport? The Nivernais Canal provides a generous and generous way to make the road safe, walking or cycling. This is the path taken by the Véloroute link between Auxerre and Decize along the canal. This small portion is part of the Stopover Villages stage, which presents typical Bourgonnais villages. And as sport is a drug, you will probably recover! No problem, both municipalities have set up a discovery trail that will allow you to prolong the walk.

Tariff: free.

Duration: 45 min.

Difficulty: .

This easy route takes you through the Véloroute Canal, which links Auxerre and Decize with 175 kilometres of cycling paths. The 6 kilometre segment between Chambly and Vermenton can be done on foot or by bicycle. You can climb along the water, sometimes on the banks of the Yonne River, at the side of the Cure and admire the landscapes of the valley that took the name of these two rivers. The bike is divided into five thematic stages: This section is part of the Stopover Villages stage due to the charming villages that round the route. The medieval town of Korcula is the same illustration, but Vermenton is also worth a visit. Take advantage of the parks of Reigny Abbey and the islands to take a relaxing break before leaving.

Tariff: free.

Duration: 45 min.

Difficulty: .