GR® 213 "Fontenay – Vézelay"
Explore the GR® 213: 84km of heritage and landscapes linking the Abbaye de Fontenay to the Basilique de Vézelay, two UNESCO sites in Burgundy.
Welcome to the GR® 213! The route covers a total of 84km of exhilarating landscapes and emblematic architecture, and links two UNESCO World Heritage sites in Burgundy: the majestic Abbey of Fontenay and the charming Basilica of Vézelay.
Let yourself be seduced by the landscape of Burgundy along the roads and trails that await you, taking small paths accessible to all, the interest of the route lies in the discovery of rich heritage elements and beautiful viewpoints.
Take a tour of the Buffon Museum through Natural History and Enlightenment philosophy, follow the radiant Burgundy Canal, pass through the village of Epoisses and its château, Montréal and its medieval appearance, or Avallon and its fortifications.
You can also look forward to landscapes such as the Terre-Plaine with the Morvan foothills in the background, or panoramic views of Vézelay before arriving in Asquins.
The route is also easily accessible from Montbard (TGV), Avallon and Sermizelles-Vézelay (TER) stations.