Trail des Buttes

Welcome to Varzy, a medieval gem 🏰 tucked in the heart of the Bourgogne, where the steep roofs of the houses will already challenge you 📉. Here, we don’t do things by halves: between forest trails, climbs that will make you sweat 💧 and breathtaking descents 💨, the Trail des Buttes is a sporty and friendly gathering not to be missed 🤠. Ready to get going? Then lace up your sneakers and head to the Varzy stadium for a day that promises laughs 🤣, sport 🥵 and memorable memories 😍.

With its 854 hectares of communal woods 🌳, Varzy is the perfect playground for nature lovers and sports challenges 👊. On the program, you can choose between 4 distances. The "Sacré-Cœur", it’s the Warriors' trail for those who love tough challenges. With its 27 km for 630 mD+, this event will make you climb, sweat, and maybe even pray 🙏 for the slope to end. The alternative is the "L’Oudannais" at 15 km and 350 mD+. This distance is perfect for thrill-seekers 💥 who prefer to save some energy for the post-race buffet 😋. In short, it’s tough, but not time-consuming ⌛️. For the beginners, the organizers offer a 5 km, in a time-trial ⏱️ or a social walk 🚶, you pick. Not feeling like running? No problem! The hiking lets you discover the region’s magnificent trails, Varzy at your own pace, no stress! 🧘 While the hard-charging runners tackle the buttes, some are stamping… The children of course! 👶 Children’s races are reserved to introduce them to the taste for effort 💪. Spectators won’t be left out. The sports festival will be buzzing with activities for young and old: pony rides 🐴, sports initiations 🙌, bouncy castles 🤪, evening music… 🎵 Everything you need for a family moment and to share the values of sport with the youngest 🔥.

Beyond pushing yourself physically, you’re running for a good cause

Once you have the medal around your neck 🏅, it’s time to enjoy the region’s beauty 😍. Visit Varzy, with its medieval charm, steep roofs and history-filled lanes 🏰. Don’t miss visiting the Saint-Pierre Church, a Gothic jewel standing proudly at the village heart ⛪️. If you want to extend the adventure, take a detour to Clamecy, just a few kilometers away 🏘️. This charming town perched by the banks of the Yonne is known for its picturesque canals and half-timbered houses 🤩.

So, before you register, here’s a tip: Varzy with your eyes closed! 😎