The most beautiful natural sites to discover Franche-Comté

Due to the construction of the Nivernais Canal in the eighteenth century, the vaults were pierced in the mountain of the Collancelle. Thus, three tunnels follow, successively 758 meters, 268 meters and 212 meters long. A book of art that melts completely in the lush vegetation, and provides the opportunity for a tour by electric boat, without permit, and very easy driving. It's a very pleasant moment that kids especially feel when it comes to maneuvering the boat. 

Stretching over 3,5 kilometres, this interpretive trail presents itself as a gentle opportunity to discover the riches of the natural heritage of the banks of Saône. Jalonné of explanatory panels, he invites you to deepen your knowledge of fauna and fauna. Accessible to all, it is also a good opportunity for children to familiarize themselves with the different animal and plant species in the region. So go to the park on the banks of Saône in Port-sur-Saône, and forward for this nature walk!

Tariff: free.

Distance: 3,5 km.

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Just a few kilometers from Beaune, the Golden Ponds are an area of relaxation and entertainment. Formed naturally in old quarries, these ponds have recently been designed to welcome the public. Thematic circuits invite you to walk through its 200 ha to discover the flora and fauna that colonize the various bodies of water. You will find observatories in particular to see the many birds and mammals that come to mind.

The marina of Cercy-la-Tour is an essential stopover on the Nivernais canal between Decize and Auxerre, for both pleasure boating and cycling. Numerous services are provided for the reception of yachtsmen as well as cyclists (tourist point, services, shops). A beautiful flower-filled stopover in a pleasant green setting much appreciated by tourists. Don't miss the open-air swimming pool and its solarium just a stone's throw away.

In 1973, Vesoul saw the establishment of Peugeot establishments in the industrial area of Vesoul-Noidans. In order to carry out this extension project, an increase in land is necessary and involves the removal of a large volume of backfill. This cavity over 86 hectares and 2 metres deep will become a lake, and therefore a recreation area for the joy of both large and small. Hiking around the lake, observation of wildlife and flora, water park, tennis and water sports base will gradually be the day.

Maison de l'Eau, de la Pêche et de la Nature provides a better understanding of the environment of Val de Saône. With its four museum exhibition rooms, it allows visitors to discover local nature and fishing, thanks to modern equipment, audiovisual techniques, aquariums and various educational areas. The educational room has various documentary resources as well as observation and experimentation material available to the public. It is also a tourist information relay point. It is the starting point of the EcoPagayeur courses which allow to discover in an original way the fauna and flora: on board a canoe.

Lake Marcenay, owned by the Conservatory of Natural Spaces in Burgundy and the Federation of Côte d 'Or for fishing was emptied at the end of 2016 but recovered its water level and the fish were reintroduced in the spring of 2018. The Lake of Marcenay is a necessary passage for nature lovers! There is a concentration of endangered plants in the region. There is also the largest roseless on Côte d 'Or. In short, walking around Lake Marcenay is necessary!

Was this stone standing in the middle of the circus a megalithic monument dating back to the Gallo-Roman period, or simply a rock that got detached from the crêt? His presence inspired many legends and assumptions, reinforced by the existence in the Bassin basin of other megaliths, inadequate rocks, levées and other white… A beautiful gazebo overlooks the circus of Vogna.

Where does the name of this waterfall come from a height of 35 m in the bottom of the Remote? Probably the stalagmite that formed at its base and looks like five cattails. A name that plunges us in the Middle Ages… Fans of medieval remains can also continue the heritage trail over 8,5 km. He follows the course of the Dard and leads to the last vestiges of Dramelay castle: a tower erected in the th century.

The Serpentine that flows at the foot of Funnel forms a small water plan on the site of a ruined mill, before throwing itself out of a high corniche over 15 meters. The remains of this former mill clearly illustrate the existence of an important economic activity based on the only driving force of water: mill, but also sawmill… One can still imagine, listening to the flow of water, the snoring of the blade le wood. We can observe the fauna and flora that have developed in water restraint. By dry weather, the source dries up and offers the possibility of stretching 28 m underground to reach a permanent underground water plan.

The Gizia valley is presented as «the most savage of the Jura reculées». Whether geologists do not recognize all the criteria of a remote! This 2 km valley ending with a 220-metre cliff is a beautiful place. Classified as a natural area of ecological and faunistique interest, she houses peregrine falcons, grand dukes, chamois and other animals that can be seen in randonnant. The flora is the kingdom of orchids and Saxifrage de, an endemic species (specific to a given place). Rare in the Jura! From the Belvédère cross, a panoramic view is offered on the valley. Basically, the hamlets of the municipality are wintering along the river which also bears the name of Gizia. It has long fed the activity of the valley which counted up to seven mills, many of which have unfortunately disappeared.

A beautiful walk on a trail built by the Community of communes of the Country of Saint-Amour. This is a great opportunity to project itself in the Gallo-Roman era! Imagine that this source was already a place of worship for the Séquanes who inhabited the region then. There are indeed Gallo-Roman vestiges, including a famous bronze statuette of the goddess Epona, currently preserved at the Paris Medals cabinet. Enjoy your visit to Loisia to admire the huge th century façade of the town hall.

The Besançon, formerly known as «reach de Besançon», takes its source in a remote 350 metres above sea level and begins its course with a beautiful waterfall: the Grand Gour. Its flow varies from 30 litres per second in periods of low to… 15 000 during large water! His violent and brutal floods were frightened because they could cause big damage, but his hydraulic strength was appreciated: in 1860, it operated as many as 24 mills or factories. Although it is only 13 km away, the Besançon crosses five municipalities, three departments and three regions: Franche-Comté, Burgundy and the Rhône-Alpes region.

Haut-Bois land in Banvillars.