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Fontaine de Viljot and étang de Pirot — loop in the Tronçais forest

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Fontaine de Viljot and étang de Pirot — loop in the Tronçais forest

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Fontaine de Viljot and étang de Pirot — loop in the Tronçais forest

03:28

13.2km

110m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 12, 2024

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7.17 km

Pirot Pond

Highlight • Other

The Étang de Pirot is an artificial lake created in 1846 to supply water to the Canal de Berry, a historic waterway that linked the Loire and the Cher. The pond covers an area of 78 hectares and is surrounded by the Tronçais forest, one of the largest oak forests in Europe. You can enjoy the view of the water, trees and wildlife as you walk along the shore or explore the two arms of the lake: the Cros-Chaud and the Guèrande. The Etang de Pirot is an ideal destination for a peaceful and refreshing hike in all seasons.

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Fontaine de Viljot

Highlight • Natural Monument

This magical and mysterious place in the Tronçais forest is a circular fountain surrounded by legends and stories, some of which date back to Gallo-Roman times. You can admire the inscription "The foresters at Velleda" on the edge of the fountain, in homage to the Germanic druidess who was venerated as the goddess of the forest. You can also try your luck by throwing a coin or a pin into the water, as some traditions say this will allow you to make a wish or get married. And if you're brave enough, you can visit the fountain at midnight on Christmas Eve, where some say you can hear the bells and moans of buried monks who have been punished for their sins.

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13.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.67 km

2.72 km

1.15 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.07 km

5.36 km

1.08 km

< 100 m

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Saturday 30 May

24°C

15°C

27 %

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