Short walks
Sunday walk, digestive walks or just wanted to get some air… Those are our paths adapted to your desires! High (but not too high) or longing water, those paths will make you discover the region (or at least a part of it) while appreciating nature.
"La Madone" path
The path takes you along the heights of Pouilly-en-Auxois where stands La Madone statue which is looking after the Auxois region.
What's so special about this trail?
It's suitable for everyone. The Tourisme et Handicap label allows everyone to discover the characteristics of Burgundy's limestone forests and admire a remarkable view of the Auxois region.
Free access all year round
Cycle road “Véloroute” of the Burgundy canal
Located on the former towpath of the Burgundy canal, discover this marked out route on foot or by bike. This route will lead you through cultural and gastronomic stops.
Departing from Pouilly, there are 2 one-way itineraries to choose from, which can be combined with a number of complementary loops to get away from the "classic" itinerary.*
Creative path "Drawing the Burgundy canal" (Dessine-moi le Canal de Bourgogne)
Take a break in Pouilly-en-Auxois to discover the Burgundy canal.
Discover the Burgundy canal through a 3.5 km walk alongside the Canal, while drawing and listening to its history and development. The trail is around Pouilly’s harbor.
Accès libre toute l'année
Walking along lakes shores
Enjoy the 4 lakes of the region : lake of Cercey and lake of Panthier alongside water shores. In the summer or winter, you will easily go around those lakes or simply turn back to the way you came.
Free access all year round
Cave of the Bel Affreux
Beneath wooded limestone cliffs, an unusual spring emerges from a hole in the rock: the Bel Affreux spring. Take advantage of this moment of communion with nature to go for a stroll. Follow the 150 m-long stream leading to the caves.
Parking lot available in front of the wash-house and calvary.
Free access all year round