Magny in the Morvan Regional Natural Park: Trails and Heritage

Magny is located in the Morvan Regional Natural Park. The town offers several specific points to consider when choosing a place to stay: trails for hikers and mountain bikers, buildings from different periods, and insights into agriculture. When planning, you can decide whether outdoor activities, architecture or a visit to a farm should be the main focus.

Hiking and trails in Magny

Numerous trails in Magny are used by hikers and mountain bikers alike. The trails are marked and laid out. A circular hike along the Cousin River starts in Magny and passes Moulin Cadoux. Another trail in the hamlet of Marraut crosses the “Crot de la foudre” footbridge. These routes have different features: the circular hike takes in the river and mill, while the Marraut trail includes a bridge crossing. Before setting out, check the latest route description and local conditions, as routes and trail conditions can change. This lets you take both the specific route and the condition of the trails into account when planning.

Architectural history and notable places

Église Saint-Germain dates from 1782 and incorporates reused building elements from the 16th century. Its bell tower dates from 1867. These dates refer to different parts: 1782 refers to the church, the 16th century to the reused building elements, and 1867 to the bell tower. This places the building’s history in several distinct periods, rather than attributing everything to a single construction date. For travelers interested in architecture, this distinction is a tangible feature of Magny.

Moulin Cadoux is designated as a “site inscrit” (listed site). Château de Marrault has a park and a pond and is set in picturesque surroundings. While the church can be understood through its architectural history, the park, pond and setting shape the impression of the château. Together, these places offer different points of interest for a stay that takes in not only Magny’s trails but also its architectural and landscape features.

Gîte Louis Pasteur is located on the grounds of Château de Marrault in Magny (Yonne). It is housed in a former tower attached to a traditional longère.

Agriculture and local produce

Les brebis de Pauline is open to visitors. Visitors can meet the flock of sheep, pet them and talk about farming practices. Arrangements for visits may change, so check in advance how a visit is organized. Les brebis de Pauline makes farmhouse cheese and yogurt from sheep’s milk. At this farm, visitors can meet the animals, talk about agriculture and learn about products made from sheep’s milk. This gives the visit a different focus from the town’s trails and buildings. As products and practices can change, it is worth checking the farm’s latest information in advance.

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