The Autunoise Greenway and Morvan Roaming
The high forested hills of the Morvan area in central Burgundy remain magnficently unspoilt, but are easy to explore by bike. The Autunoise Greenway (Voie Verte Autunoise) goes from the Côte Chalonnaise’s vine slopes up to Château-Chinon, a town perched in one of the Morvan’s highest spots. A very scenic greenway runs from Santenay to Nolay, then from Epinac to Autun’s gates. After the Autunois Plain comes the wooded Haut-Morvan area, the route here more demanding, alternating between minor roads and La Voie du Tacot, a former railway line. This route proves a joy on a gravel bike, or, for less experienced cyclists, on an electric mountain bike. So, embark on your Morvan adventure!
Signposting and state of the cycle route
The Autunoise Greenway is fully open, in both directions, between Santenay and the D978 crossroads before Arleuf. It is signposted along all this length, with its own dedicated signage.
Take care on the rough surfaces at the level of La Vesvres, along the D681 road before arriving at Autun and on La Voie du Tacot.
Most of the route is along portions of former railway lines, notably La Voie du Tacot, or minor roads, or then farm tracks. Along La Voie du Tacot you actually have to cycle over the former railway track’s ballast that has been covered with a layer of humus, so a bike with wide tyres works best.
Between the official end of the route (just before Arleuf) and Château-Chinon, we at France Vélo Tourisme propose an extra final stretch using the minor C2 and C1 parish roads. This dramatic portion is very winding, with many climbs and descents. In short, it’ll take your breath away!
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Trains et transport sur The Autunoise Greenway and Morvan Roaming
There are four stations serving this cycle route:
- Santenay and Autun: with TER regional coaches
- Chagny (5.4km away via the EV6 - Canal du Centre): with a regional TER station
- Etang-sur-Arroux (c.18km south of Autun): with TER coach services
- Cars Mobigo coach services on the Nevers < > Château-Chinon (LR 501) line – passenger luggage takes priority over bicycles, which will be stored in the hold. Ask the coach driver directly for this service.
"Accueil Vélo" accommodation on The Autunoise Greenway and Morvan Roaming
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The 3 stages of The Autunoise Greenway and Morvan Roaming
1 Santenay / Épinac
2 Épinac / Autun
