For sustainable tourism
In slow modeNature is queen here and everyone jealously watches over it. On land or on water, everything happens in slow mode: hiking, cycling or boating, it's almost like a snail competition! In this setting, the animals sometimes offer us a striking spectacle. The earth, for its part, donates its best productions, to be found on all the right plates!
Located in the heart of remarkable areas – Morvan Regional Natural Park, Loire Bourguignonne Regional Nature Reserve and Natura 2000 site “Hedgerows, forests and wetlands of southern Morvan”, our destination carries sustainable tourism in its DNA. Preserving our heritage natural, cultural and local consumption are part of our commitments: forget shopping centers, large amusement parks and highways!
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Located in the heart of the Morvan Regional Natural Park, Bibracte – Morvan des Sommets, a Grand Site of France It covers 42,000 hectares spread across 12 rural municipalities and is home to the three emblematic peaks of the South Morvan. At the heart of this territory are the listed sites of Mont-Beuvray and Mont-Préneley – Sources of the Yonne, whose rich landscape, ecology and history make it a remarkable heritage.
Bibracte – Mont Beuvray, the former capital of the Gallic Aedui people, is today recognized for its exceptional archaeological heritage. The “Grand Site de France” label, awarded to the most prestigious listed sites, highlights the excellence of this unique landscape and the collective commitment to respectful and sustainable tourism.
More information on the Bibracte – Morvan des Sommets Grand Site de FranceWith a rich pristine natural environment, the Rives du Morvan are available to you, like a playground to explore without moderation. On foot, by bike or by boat, gentle roaming is available here in all its diversity. Bucolic stroll along the Véloroute, river navigation along the water or sporty hike on the hiking trails: walk, cycle, sail, stroll, fish... and enjoy!
Between fauna and flora, our territory reveals a varied ecosystem and is teeming with an incredible diversity of animal and plant species. From the white-footed crayfish in the small streams of the Dragne valley, to the common cranes which come to breed on the banks of the Loire, you have worlds to explore! And if the flora attracts you, during the summer season the Tourist Office offers botanical outings to discover the wild edible and medicinal plants of the territory. A walk which will reveal to you the secrets and virtues of the plants you encounter, which are often little known.
As a family, take the Nature trails of the Source of Vreilles, Chamont Fountain or La P'tite Maison Trail. In less than 4 km, you will discover sensitive natural species and sites to be preserved.
With or without a telescope, embark on a celestial journey without leaving Earth, find your way to the firmament and admire the naturally starry sky until the end of the night… It's official: The Morvan becomes the 7th International Dark Sky Reserve in France… and the brand new amateur astronomy spot!
The RICE label is awarded by the Dark-Sky International association. At the heart of this new reserve are four municipalities of Rives du Morvan (Chiddes, Larochemillay, Poil and Villapourçon)) as well as 9 other surrounding municipalities (Avrée, Fléty, Luzy, Millay, Moulins-Engilbert, Préporché, Saint-Honoré-les-Bains, Semelay and Sermages).
Night walks, stargazing or an introduction to astronomy: let yourself be guided under a sky of exceptional purity.
On the Rives du Morvan, eating well and eating well is much more than a promise: it is a certainty. Locally, quality brands have been developed to certify the commitment of producers attached to traditional know-how and part of a socially responsible approach.
The brand " Park Values » du Morvan qualifies products from various sectors meeting sustainable development criteria. More info on www.parcdumorvan.org
« La Belle Nièvre » is a brand that strives to promote the work of local women and men, thus sustaining local employment and short circuits. More info on www.labellenievre.fr
If you want to travel inexpensively, get involved in farm work and help farmers in their profession, the woofing is made for you ! Come spend a vacation on the farm in total immersion, discover other ways of life, meet nice people, eat healthy and local… Love jars et Mirloup's Garden are ready to offer you room and board in exchange for a little helping hand!
