GR®31 Across Sologne From Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire (Nievre) to Blois (Loir-et-Cher)

The GR®31 is a renowned long-distance hiking trail that meanders through the enchanting natural region of Sologne in France. Covering an awe-inspiring stretch of approximately 283 km, the trail originates in the quaint town of Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire, nestled in the Nièvre department, and culminates in Blois, a commune steeped in history in Loir-et-Cher. Sologne is a treasure chest of natural wonders, boasting a diverse array of flora and fauna. It is celebrated for its verdant forests, tranquil lakes, and remarkable biodiversity. The GR®31 trail presents a singular opportunity to delve into and admire these mesmerizing natural landscapes. Beyond the allure of nature, the trail also traverses regions of profound historical importance. For instance, the Loire Valley, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a bastion of architectural grandeur and historical richness, housing numerous majestic castles.

Google Maps - Google Earth

© GPX Private use only

Distance: 283km, Elevation maximum: 388m, Elevation minimum: 67m, Elevation gain uphill: 2345m
IGN Maps: 2022SB - MONTRICHARD CONTRES. 2121OT - BLOIS CHAMBORD CHEVERNY. 2121SB - MER BRACIEUX DHUIZON. 2221SB - LAMOTTE-BEUVRON NEUNG-SUR-BEUVRON. 2222SB - SALBRIS LA FERTÉ-IMBAULT. 2321SB - ARGENT-SUR-SAULDRE BRINON-SUR-SAULDRE. 2322SB - AUBIGNY-SUR-NÈRE SOUESMES. 2323SB - SAINT-MARTIN-D'AUXIGNY FOËCY. 2422SB - SAINT-SATUR LÉRÉ VAILLY-SUR-SAULDRE. 2423SB - LES AIX-D'ANGILLON SANCERRE. 2522SB - COSNE-COURS-SUR-LOIRE DONZY. 2523SB - LA CHARITÉ-SUR-LOIRE SUILLY-LA-TOUR.

Registration Accommodation or business owner on or near a GR®, you can appear on GR-INFOS For your registration, you can send me by email (papadimitriou4@gmail.com): your address and phone number, your website (Facebook page), a brief description with 5 beautiful photos of your establishment. Registration price : 25€/year or 100€/5 years per GR® or GRP®. Renewable.

 

GR®31 Across Sologne
From Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire (Nievre) to Menetreol-sur-Sauldre (Cher)
From Menetreol-sur-Sauldre (Cher) to Blois (Loir-et-Cher)

Nearby paths:
Around Sologne
GR®3 Loire River trail
GR®3C From Gien (Loiret) to Huisseau-sur-Cosson (Loir-et-Cher)
GR®41 Cher Valley
GR®413 From Huisseau-sur-Cosson to Villefranche-sur-Cher (Loir-et-Cher)

 

It is advisable to follow the beacons all along your hike and to bring you the FFRandonnee topo-guide. You will also find information on MonGR.fr.

GR®, PR®, GRP®, and the corresponding signs of markings (white / red, yellow and yellow / red) are trademarks of the French Federation of Hiking. They may not be reproduced without permission. The French Federation of Hiking, state-approved, includes organizations that create and maintain hiking routes on GR®, PR® and GRP®. It publishes guides these topo hiking routes.

With your donations, support the actions of the thousands of volunteer markers of the FFRandonnee.

GR-Infos.com is an editorial partner of MonGR.fr.

• Hikers donation to GR-INFOS
• GR-Infos App
• International exchanges between Innkeepers

Old romantic Hotel, L'Etoile Guest-House is a mountain retreat in the South of France. With a beautiful park along the Allier River, L'Etoile Guesthouse is located in La Bastide-Puylaurent between Lozere, Ardeche and Cevennes. Many hiking trails like GR®7, GR®70 Stevenson trail, GR®72, GR®700 Regordane way, Cevenol, GR®470 Allier River Springs and Gorges, Margeride, Ardechoise. Many hiking loops. The right place to relax.

Copyright©gr-infos.com (Authorization for private use only)