Located in Pont-sur-Yonne, Camping l’Île d’Amour is the ideal starting point for hiking and nature lovers. The region offers a wide range of hiking trails, each more unusual and beautiful than the last. With 46 hiking trails criss-crossing the 26 communes of the Pont-sur-Yonne and Sergines cantons, you’ll be spoilt for choice. In all, almost 450 km of marked trails await you. If you’re wondering what to do in the Yonne during your vacation, walking and mountain biking trails are a must! Here are the main suggestions for hiking and trekking trails in the Yonne, suggested by the surrounding communes.
West Yonne zone
The West Yonne area offers a variety of routes through magnificent landscapes and historic sites.
Route no. 1: Villeneuve-la-Guyard (les étangs 12 km, 3 h) and Villeblevin (les regniers 16 km, 4 h)
- Start with a leisurely stroll around the ponds at Villeneuve-la-Guyard, ideal for a half-day walk. Then explore the regniers at Villeblevin for a longer, more immersive hike.
Route n°2: Chaumont (les grahuches 9 km, 2 h 15) and Champigny (fil de l’eau 16 km, 4 h)
- Enjoy a picturesque hike in Chaumont along the grahuches, then discover the riverside route in Champigny for a longer, more relaxing experience.
Route 3: Villeneuve-la-Guyard (champs de blanche 8 km, 2 h) and Villeblevin (pierres noirasses 11 km, 3 h)
- Explore the white fields at Villeneuve-la-Guyard for a pleasant walk and continue with the black stones at Villeblevin for a trail rich in geological history.
Route no. 4: Chaumont (la vanne 9 km, 2 h 15) and Champigny (les usages 17 km, 4 h 30)
- Discover the la vanne route in Chaumont and the uses of Champigny for a full day’s hiking through diverse landscapes.
Route no. 5: Champigny – hameau de chapitre (les brissets 11.5 km, 3 h) and Fossoy (les bergereaux 12 km, 3 h)
- Combine brissets in Champigny and bergereaux in Fossoy for an exploration of the Yonne’s picturesque hamlets and rural areas.
Route 6: Fossoy (châtillon 15 km, 4 h) and Villemanoche (pierre de minuit 8 km, 2 h) and Pont-sur-Yonne (les fourneaux 12 km, 3 h)
- A day of intensive hiking, starting with Châtillon in Fossoy, followed by the midnight stone in Villemanoche and the furnaces in Pont-sur-Yonne.
Route 7: Saint-Sérotin (les borderies 6.5 km, 1 h 30) (porte rouge 9 km, 2 h 15) (les marcelots 6 km, 1 h 30) (bois de Nailly 9 km, 2 h 15)
- Diversify your hikes with shorter but equally exciting routes around Saint-Sérotin.
Yonne Central Zone
As Camping l’Île d’Amour is located in the central area, you have direct access to some of the most popular trails.
Route 8: Vinneuf (vaugeriau 12 km, 3 h), Courlon (les alouettes 17 km, 4 h 30) and Serbonnes (les pâtis 9 km, 2 h 30)
- A beautiful hike through the varied landscapes of Vinneuf, Courlon and Serbonnes.
Route 9: Sergines (the iron cross)
- Discover the famous iron cross at Sergines, a trail steeped in history and mystery.
Route 10: Sergines (gravel wood 8 km, 2 h) and Compigny (chevroy 14.5 km, 3 h 45)
- Enjoy lush natural surroundings as you explore the gravel woods of Sergines and Chevroy in Compigny.
Route no. 11: Sergines (les tournantes 22 km, 6 h)
- For hardy hikers, the Sergines turnings offer a 22 km challenge through magnificent scenery.
Route no. 12: Pont-sur-Yonne (la tremblière 11 km, 2 h 45), Villeperrot (les revenues 12.5 km, 3 h 30) and Cuy (les noues 8 km, 2 h)
- A series of trails accessible from Pont-sur-Yonne for varied and rewarding hikes.
Route no. 13: Compigny (gravel wood 8 km, 2 h) and Sergines (chevroy 14.5 km, 3 h 45)
- Another option for exploring the gravel and Chevroy woods, with their diverse and fascinating landscapes.
East Yonne zone
For those wishing to explore further, the eastern part of the Yonne also offers superb hiking trails.
Route no. 14: Pailly (les pierreries 8 km, 2 h) and Thorigny-Barrault (fricambeau 11.5 km, 3 h)
- A beautiful exploration of the Pailly stones and the Fricambeau trail in Thorigny-Barrault.
Route no. 15: La Chapelle-sur-Oreuse (touche bœuf 16 km, 4 h)
- Discover raw nature and tranquillity on the “touche bœuf” trail.
Route no. 16: Gisy-les-Nobles (les joncs 20 km, 5 h)
- For the more adventurous, a long 20 km hike to Gisy-les-Nobles offers a full day of exploration.
Route n°17: La Chapelle: Oreuse (grande vigne 14 km, 3 h 30) and Cuy (les noues 8 km, 2 h)
- Combine a long hike to La Chapelle with a shorter one to Cuy for a well-balanced day.
Route no. 18: Saint-Martin-sur-Oreuse (rogeriaux 7 km, 2 h) and (champs devant 14 km, 3 h 45)
- Two trails in Saint-Martin-sur-Oreuse, ideal for discovering the region.
Route no. 19: Thorigny-sur-Oreuse (grande croix 8 km, 2 h) and Saint-Martin-sur-Oreuse – Launay (champ pourri 14 km, 3 h 45) and Fleurigny (moque-panier 11 km, 2 h 45)
- Diversify your hikes with these fascinating trails in Thorigny-sur-Oreuse, Saint-Martin-sur-Oreuse and Fleurigny.
Route no. 20: Thorigny-sur-Oreuse (tirelouse 19 km, 5 h) and (pierres à l’eau 12 km, 3 h)
- Round off your exploration of the eastern zone with these challenging hikes in Thorigny-sur-Oreuse.
Conclusion
Camping l’Île d’Amour is ideally located for exploring the Yonne’s many hiking trails. With 450 km of marked trails spread over 46 routes, there’s always a new adventure to discover. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or a lover of leisurely strolls, the possibilities are endless. Book your stay at Camping l’Île d’Amour now and get ready to explore the natural beauty of the Yonne.