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Mountain biking around Charny offers routes through a landscape characterized by rolling hills, historic canals, and scenic countryside. The region features a mix of open fields, wooded sections, and routes passing by dams and villages. Elevation gains are generally moderate, making it suitable for various skill levels.
Last updated: June 20, 2026
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63.1km
03:55
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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35.4km
02:08
110m
110m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.9km
01:57
270m
270m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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36.6km
02:26
370m
370m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20.6km
01:13
130m
130m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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I highly recommend visiting the abbey church of St Thibault in St Thibault! A pure marvel!
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Semur-en-Auxois can be reached by a cycle path and also by the Burgundy Canal.
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The church of St. Thibault has been restored and is worth a detour. However, I haven't seen any restaurants in the village, I fear we will have to wait for Pouilly to find something near the canal.
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Small cute village with access to Lake Armançon, There is a beach and a nautical base where you can rent a boat or a kayak. There is also a small park in front of the lake where you can take a short break.
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At this point, you exit the D9 and follow the road which runs along the Canal de Bourgogne. This cycle path is very long and famous. There are several places to picnic along the canal.
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Catholic church open every day from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. It is reminiscent of the Sainte-Chapelle of Paris in the mid-Gothic style, but this church is a little simpler and more Burgundian.
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The castle of Marigny-le-Cahouët is mentioned for the first time in 1189 when Hugues III, Duke of Burgundy, gave it to his son Alexandre, Lord of Montaigu. The castle was probably built at the beginning of this century. Over the following centuries, the castle was transformed into a fortress by its successive owners; among them the Villars, La Beaume, Avancourt and Orgemont families. Currently the Château de Marigny-le-Cahouët is a private residence and therefore cannot be visited.
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Many, mostly young people, even without any further knowledge of French history. The comic series ASTERIX, which has been translated into many languages around the world, acquaints its readers with this, even though it is (supposedly) not possible to identify this fateful place with a specific location there: “I don't know any Alesia. Nobody knows where this Alesia is," claims Majestix, head of the small Gallic village that successfully resisted the Roman occupiers - thanks to the legendary magic potion of their druid Miraculix - for example in the volume "Asterix and the Avernian Shield".
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There are several mountain bike trails around Charny, with komoot featuring 3 main routes in this guide. The region offers a mix of easy and moderate options.
Yes, Charny offers routes suitable for beginners. The region's generally moderate elevation gains make it accessible. For example, the Pont-et-Massène Dam – Pont-et-Massène loop from Brianny is rated easy and covers 31.9 km (19.8 miles) through varied terrain.
Trails in Charny vary in length, generally ranging from around 30 km (19 miles) to over 60 km (37 miles). For instance, the Canal de Bourgogne loop from Clamerey is 35.4 km (22.0 miles), while the Saint-Thibault – Alise-Sainte-Reine Village loop from Vitteaux extends to 62.2 km (38.7 miles).
Yes, several routes in the Charny area traverse historic villages and offer views of notable landmarks. For example, the Saint-Thibault – Alise-Sainte-Reine Village loop from Vitteaux connects historic villages, and the Marigny-le-Cahouët Castle loop from Clamerey passes by the Marigny-le-Cahouët Castle. You can also find Éguilly Castle and Thil Castle in the wider region.
Mountain biking around Charny offers diverse scenery, characterized by rolling hills, historic canals, and scenic countryside. You'll encounter a mix of open fields, wooded sections, and routes passing by dams and charming villages. The Canal de Bourgogne loop from Clamerey, for instance, follows the historic canal.
Yes, all the featured mountain bike routes in this guide are loop trails, allowing you to start and end at the same point. Examples include the Canal de Bourgogne loop from Clamerey and the Ecluse n°15 loop from Vitteaux.
The mountain bike routes in Charny are highly rated by the komoot community, with an average score of 4.0 stars. Reviewers often praise the varied terrain, the scenic routes along canals, and the opportunity to explore historic villages and countryside.
Yes, beyond the scenic landscapes, you can find several points of interest. The Canal de Bourgogne loop from Clamerey passes near the Maison du Canal de Bourgogne. Other attractions in the region include Saint-Thibault and Lake Cercey.
The region around Charny is generally pleasant for mountain biking during spring, summer, and early autumn, when the weather is mild and the trails are dry. Winter conditions can vary, so it's advisable to check local forecasts for trail conditions if planning a ride during colder months.
While specific marking can vary, komoot routes provide detailed navigation. The trails often follow established paths along canals and through rural areas, which are generally easy to follow with a GPS device or the komoot app.


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