AUXERRE TO AVALLON WALK

This is one of France’s best rambles, following the GR13 south. It starts in mediaeval Auxerre, one of the prettiest cities in France, with its narrow streets of half-timbered houses. Joan of Arc slept here (twice). You go on to stay in the fortified mediaeval town of Vézelay, from where St Bernard of Clairvaux launched the Second Crusade. You pass through the Côte de l’Auxerrois vineyards (with opportunities for wine tasting at Irancy), and cherry orchards with lovely views down across the Yonne. Then across hillsides crowned with little woods and pretty riverside villages, including Arcy and St Moré (with onceinhabited caves).

In certain places, you can use the local train service to give extra flexibility. It allows you to shorten or lengthen the walks, and take in more on your rest days. We provide tickets on walking days, and timetables.

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Headwater 'Lite' option

This holiday is also available as a tour only 'lite' version. This is based on our regular holiday, but you make your own travel arrangements, bring your own bikes, and arrange your own evening meals - all of these, of course, can be booked and arranged through us at a supplement.