GR®31 Across Sologne From Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire (Nievre) to Blois (Loir-et-Cher)

The GR 31 long-distance hiking trail crosses the Sologne region, linking Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire to Blois, along a route that immerses visitors in the hidden, flat landscape of this historic area. The landscape is characterized by an incredible density of ponds and wetlands created for fish farming, contrasting with the vast forests. The flora is revealed in the oak, birch, and pine forests, as well as the heaths of heather and ferns typical of the poor, sandy soils. The history of the Sologne is that of a land that was once marshland, transformed into a hunting ground and large private estates, a heritage visible in the traditional brick and half-timbered architecture. The wildlife is abundant, including large game (deer, wild boar) as well as numerous waterfowl that nest around the Sologne ponds.

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Distance: 283km, Elevation maximum: 388m, Elevation minimum: 67m, Elevation gain uphill: 2345m
IGN Maps: 2022SB - MONTRICHARD CONTRES. 2121OT - BLOIS CHAMBORD CHEVERNY. 2121SB - MER BRACIEUX DHUIZON. 2221SB - LAMOTTE-BEUVRON NEUNG-SUR-BEUVRON. 2222SB - SALBRIS LA FERTÉ-IMBAULT. 2321SB - ARGENT-SUR-SAULDRE BRINON-SUR-SAULDRE. 2322SB - AUBIGNY-SUR-NÈRE SOUESMES. 2323SB - SAINT-MARTIN-D'AUXIGNY FOËCY. 2422SB - SAINT-SATUR LÉRÉ VAILLY-SUR-SAULDRE. 2423SB - LES AIX-D'ANGILLON SANCERRE. 2522SB - COSNE-COURS-SUR-LOIRE DONZY. 2523SB - LA CHARITÉ-SUR-LOIRE SUILLY-LA-TOUR.

It is advisable to follow the beacons all along your hike and to bring you the FFRandonnee topo-guide. You will also find information on MonGR.fr.

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Former holiday hotel with a garden along the Allier, L'Etoile Guest House is located in La Bastide-Puylaurent between Lozere, Ardeche, and the Cevennes in the mountains of Southern France. At the crossroads of GR®7, GR®70 Stevenson Path, GR®72, GR®700 Regordane Way, GR®470 Allier River springs and gorges, GRP® Cevenol, Ardechoise Mountains, Margeride. Numerous loop trails for hiking and one-day biking excursions. Ideal for a relaxing and hiking getaway.

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