Day 1 Auxerre
Welcome meeting and bike adjustments in Auxerre . If you arrive earlier, we recommend a walk through Auxerre, city of Art and History that has conserved an exceptional architectural heritage. Its cathedral, a model of gothic elegance, the St Germain Abbey, a nearly intact monastic complex with crypts dating back to the 9 th Century containing one of the oldest mural paintings discovered in France, not to mention a charming city centre with great boutiques.
Day 2 Auxerre – Accolay 24 km
You leave Auxerre and you quickly find yourself on the riverside of the Yonne river and the Canal du Nivernais. You follow the route of the “Bois de Flottage”: in the Middle Ages, the Forest of Morvan produced the wood that was destined for the inhabitants of Paris. This wood was transported to the capital on rafts. If you wish, a small diversion will take you to the Ulteria farm, where you will meet the 70 goats of Claire’s goat farm. After this stop, you take the towpath to Accolay, a charming little village on the riverside of the Canal. Accommodation in a guest house (2 rooms side by side).
Day 3 Accolay – Châtel Censoir 27 km
Riding along the Canal, you can enjoy this charming, multi-faceted itinerary. At Prégilbert, a stop at the Ecluse des Dames allows children to enjoy the Parc à Bout, a walk in the trees, a trampoline and the opportunity to taste pancakes, waffles, ice cream…
Then there are a few kilometres to go before arriving in Châtel-Censoir and discover Mailly le Château and Les Rochers du Saussois in Merry sur Yonne. If the weather allows it, you will be able to take advantage of the swimming facilities.
Day 4 Departure
After breakfast you are transferred back to Auxerre.
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