• Hiking from Vézelay to Cluny in the heart of the Morvan
  • Hiking from Vézelay to Cluny in the heart of the Morvan
  • Hiking from Vézelay to Cluny in the heart of the Morvan
  • Hiking from Vézelay to Cluny in the heart of the Morvan
  • Hiking from Vézelay to Cluny in the heart of the Morvan
Burgundy-Franche-Comté / Yonne

Hiking from Vézelay to Cluny in the heart of the Morvan

Réf : LLKMSE

In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    11 days
  • Level
    Confirmed

    Levels

    Hiking / Trekking
    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    Burgundy-Franche-Comté / Yonne
  • Age
    From 18 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    132.69 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This personalized stay offers you the opportunity to experience a sporting adventure with an organization tailored to your needs.
    Type of stay
    Independent traveler

In a few words

Discover an exceptional route in the heart of Burgundy, linking two important sites of spirituality and history. Your adventure begins at the majestic church of Vézelay , a jewel of Romanesque art listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site , before heading from northwest to southeast into the Morvan Regional Natural Park .

This granite massif, considered the vanguard of the Massif Central, captivates with its dense woodland and intricate network of waterways, alternating between artificial lakes and wild rivers. As you hike towards Haut Folin , its highest point at 901 meters, you will traverse rolling landscapes where green meadows and dense forests meet fascinating Celtic and Gallo-Roman remains , particularly around Mont Beuvray .

The rest of the route takes you through the gentle landscapes of Burgundy's wine country , between the charming Dheune Valley and the tranquil banks of the canal. Finally, the numerous Romanesque buildings that dot the end of the route herald a magnificent arrival in Cluny , famous for its immense abbey church, a listed historical monument . A truly rejuvenating experience blending unspoiled nature with centuries-old cultural richness.

The highlights

  • An immersion between Romanesque basilicas and historic villages of Burgundy.
  • A discovery of the landscapes of the Morvan to the vineyards of Clunisois.
  • An exploration of the Burgundian art of living and its gastronomy.
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Confirmed

Levels

Hiking / Trekking
Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.

The expert's opinion

Total positive/negative elevation gain per stage :


1 - Chastellux-sur-Cure – Brassy 26 km

Elevation gain: +709 m

Negative elevation change: -647 m

2 – Brassy – Ouroux en Morvan 15 km + 12 km loop

Elevation gain: +417 m

Negative elevation change: -263 m

3 – Ouroux en Morvan – Château Chinon 22km

Elevation gain: +614 m

Negative elevation change: -623 m

4 – Château Chinon – St Léger sous Beuvray 24 km

Elevation gain: +742 m

Negative elevation change: -889 m

5 – St Léger sous Beuvray – Autun 26 km

Elevation gain: +601 m

Negative elevation change: -662 m

6 – Autun – Couches 21 km

Elevation gain: +316 m

Negative elevation change: -503 m

7 – Couches – Givry 26 km

Elevation gain: +699 m

Negative elevation change: -801 m

8 – Givry – Saint Boil 26 km

Elevation gain: +569 m

Negative elevation change: -557 m

9 – Saint Boil – Cluny 24 km

Elevation gain: +516 m

Negative elevation change: -505 m


In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 5h30
  • Average distance/day: 23 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 501 m
  • Average daily descent: 537 m

Management

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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day 9
Day 10
Day 11
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    Vézelay

    • Accommodation 2-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Arrival in Vézelay, free time to explore the Basilica of Vézelay

    Night in the village centre.

    Dinner and overnight stay


    Day 1

Accommodation

🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 10
  • 🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 10
🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 10

Access

Departure
Vézelay, France
Day 1
End of stay
Cluny, France
Day 11

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Sermizelles - Vézelay
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available

Price details

The price includes

  1. 9 nights half-board excluding drinks
  2. 1 night in a B&B in Givry
  3. Accommodation in a double room with shower and toilet, in a gîte, bed and breakfast, * hotel and ** hotel
  4. Taxi transfers on day 2 and days 5 and 7
  5. The Road Book (maps, guidebooks) - 1 for 4 people
  6. Ongoing support in case of problems
  7. Tourist taxes
  8. Luggage transport between each stage

The price does not include

  1. Lunches
  2. Dinner in Givry
  3. Drinks with meals and bar expenses
  4. The suggested visits along the route
  5. Optional insurance

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).


In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.


ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

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