Browse at on foot, by bike or on horseback, the hiking trails of the country of Puisaye-Forterre. Discover a remarkable natural and cultural heritage in our villages on our 1.000 kilometers of marked trails which are available to our amateur and experienced hikers. La Puisaye-Forterre is an ideal and rapidly developing area for hiking in Burgundy.
There is no path to happiness, happiness is the path"
The country of Puisaye, on the one hand, land of water and forests, with its ponds, its meadows and the country of Forterre, on the other hand, made up of Highlands by the limestone, will offer you marked trails with singular characteristics, between the departments of theYonne and Nièvre, just 1h30 from Paris.
Hikes in Puisaye-Forterre
In Puisaye-Forterre, there is always a hiking trail to meet your desires in this little corner of Burgundy. Along the water, through the woods, discovering a castle, wash houses, springs or typical villages, sporting activity is synonymous with well-being and reconnection with nature. And it’s so good for your health!
Hiking and walking
Explore the hiking trails of the country on foot Guedelon and Colette. Discover our Short Hiking trails in Puisaye-Forterre (PR). The difficulties and distances are varied so that everyone can find what they are looking for for walks from 1 hour to 5 hours discovering our ponds, forests, bocages and panoramas. We even have circuits to do family outings.
You will cross our communes, such as Moutiers en Puisaye, Saint Fargeau, Toucy, Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye… Walk alongside ponds, enjoy them to visit a workshop, a museum, discover viewpoints, walk a small country road, here, hiking is practiced all year round.
What are the difficulty levels of the hiking trails in Puisaye-Forterre?
In Puisaye-Forterre, our paths are accessible to everyone, whether you are amateur or experienced hiker. The height difference is not very significant. We have circuits suitable for families with children, thematic trails and longer routes for those who want to go for the day.
When are the best times to go hiking in Puisaye-Forterre?
In Puisaye-Forterre, you can go hiking on the four Seasons. Our shaded paths in Puisaye will be preferred in spring-summer and our trails on the high plateaus of Forterre will allow you to have a clear view and more passable paths in autumn-winter.
How to get hiking trails in Puisaye-Forterre?
- By downloading them directly from our website from the page: “hikes and walks".
- By downloading them directly from the website: www.visorando.com. You can also download the application before your departure, it will serve as your GPS. You will thus join the large community of hikers and become a “Visorandonneur”.
- By going to the Puisaye-Forterre Tourist Office, we will direct you and give you the circuits best suited to your request and it's free.
Are there hiking trails suitable for families with children?
Yes of course ! In Puisaye-Forterre, we pamper families so that you can enjoy beautiful hikes/walks, easy and accessible with children and above all marked. We have beautiful thematic routes, on natural sites, small heritage sites, etc.
What is the marking code in Puisaye-Forterre?
La Puisaye-Forterre has specific markings. Each tag, on yellow background and red arrow, is composed of a directional plate installed on wooden posts. The name of the circuit, the number and the mileage are provided to facilitate your outing.
What accommodation is suitable for hiking?
The Etap'Loisirs label, in Yonne, identifies accommodation offering a suitable and quality welcome for hiking for individuals and groups.
- Camping le Bois Joli, in Andryes.
- Camping le bois Guillaume in Villeneuve les Genêts.
- Gîte du moulin rouge in Charny Orée de Puisaye.
In general, you can consult all our accommodation who will happily welcome a clientele of hikers.
The essentials of hiking
For an authentic experience in the heart of nature, discover our themes of walking tours to do as a couple, with family or friends.
Hiking and mountain biking
Most of our hiking trails are passable by mountain bike but the more experienced will be able to discover the variety of landscapes of Puisaye-Forterre by taking specially described and traced routes by a local association.
The essentials of mountain bike tours
Discover a selection of our 6 mountain bike circuits to do during your stay in Puisaye-Foterre with routes for lovers of natural and built heritage.
Hiking and cycling
The winding and hilly roads de Puisaye-Forterre are ideal for VTC/Cycling. To discover our territory off the beaten track, take our small secondary roads which will sometimes allow you to gain height, but also to discover peaceful and uncrowded places under plant arches in the middle of the bocages.
The essentials of VTC circuits
La Puisaye-Forterre offers very beautiful routes for cycle tourists to discover. The two landscape identities which characterize Puisaye-Forterre allow you to admire different landscapes during your outing but also and above all to be able to take walks with varying levels of difficulty.
Hiking and horse riding
When spring arrives, you will finally be able to get off the rides to enjoy nature, on the back of your horse. You will explore “off the road”, undergrowth or at the water’s edge, walking, trotting or galloping. That you are beginner or experienced rider, horseback riding is an activity accessible to all, offering shared pleasure for both the rider and their horse. And then, if you just want to do a walk or take your children for a pony ride, the equestrian centers are there to welcome you.
Where to find equestrian courses and/or discovery classes in Puisaye-Forterre?
- La Grilles equestrian farm in Saint-Fargeau: discovery class, school outings, private courses for children and adults and even business seminars.
- Le area of Hope in Dampierre sous-Bouhy
- Cake Stables in Saint-Amand-en-Puisaye
- The equestrian domain in Chevillon: discovery class, day class, courses for children and adults.
- The COCICO equestrian circus in Charny, Orée de Puisaye: discovery class which combines the art of the circus and horse riding.
I'm looking for a one-week horseback ride, where should I go?
- Equi Gîte Pesteau in Merry-Sec.
Prepare your equestrian outings
Discover our selection of walks to do as a family, our equestrian routes to do independently, suitable accommodation but also the list of our equestrian centers for introductory or advanced courses.
Our locals tell you about Puisaye
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Land of preserved nature and wide open spaces, Puisaye is ideal for practicing all leisure activities and outdoor sports.
