Top 4 Natural Monuments around Aprey

This very picturesque site can be visited from spring to autumn, with various activities (theater, creative workshops, nature workshops, for example). It offers different types of crops on its many terraces, wooded areas, ponds, viewpoints and other follies (caves or "snail" in particular). It is also possible to buy vegetables produced in the garden, souvenirs, or enjoy the refreshment bar during your visit

The Hanging Gardens of Cohons were created by the merger of two former estates separated by the road to Bourg: Clos de la Roche with its terrace garden and Parc des Escargots (Snail Park). The estate holds many curiosities: a false tower, grottos, three snails.

A wonderful bike ride to Cohons! Stunning views and beautiful scenery! Butterflies galore. A peaceful retreat away from cars. Only free Waldlonzert.👍👍

Cabins built along the route of the Nature Reserve, recalling the past of the coal miners

If you're looking for a nature-filled walking adventure, you can visit the Chalmessin Nature Reserve, a former national nature reserve located in the Grand Est region of France. This reserve extends over 124 hectares and protects one of the most remarkable marshes on the Langres plateau, as well as the fauna and flora that live there. Throughout the route, you will observe varied vegetation (orchids, sedges, reeds, cotton grass) and encounter rare animals (butterflies, dragonflies, lizards, frogs, salamanders). The reserve is also home to a spectacular tuff formation phenomenon, where calcium carbonate deposits create waterfalls and pools of water. The Chalmessin Nature Reserve is a hidden gem that offers a glimpse of France's ancient and diverse landscapes.

This wooden cabin is part of a nature trail in the Chalmessin nature reserve, a protected area that is home to a remarkable tufa marsh and limestone lawn. The cabin has a unique shape, as it is built with inverted oak tree tops that form a natural frame. Next to the hut, there is a reconstruction of a pile of charcoal and some panels that explain the history and work of the charcoal burners. The cabin is located in a wooded valley, where you can enjoy the sounds of nature and observe various plants and animals, such as orchids, sedges, butterflies, dragonflies and lizards. If you want to visit this place, you must follow the directions for the Chalmessin Reserve Discovery Trail.

The Gorges de la Vingeanne are a canyon carved out by the Vingeanne river in the Haute-Marne department in France. This site is part of the Natura 2000 network, which aims to protect biodiversity and natural habitats.

Nice little steep climb that leads to Saint-Geosmes from the bottom of the Bonnelle valley. In terms of terrain, it's not very complicated except for the very steep grass passage to the right of the fountain.