Why trek with a donkey in Southern Burgundy?

At Bougres d'ânes, we choose robust animals, able to carry your luggage (between 30 and 35 kilos according to the size of the donkey), which like the contact with the human beings because it is there the essential element of a good donkey. It will then be very easy to create a bond of trust.

The work of education to transform the young recruits into professionals of the excursion, makes it possible to perfectly know the personality of each donkey, its capacities of hiker.

Thus, we will know exactly how to choose the ideal travel companion according to several factors such as the formation of the group, the presence of young children, the volume of luggage, or if it is a first excursion. It is important to note that a donkey moves between 2.5 and 3.5 km/h, a rythm that allows you to take your time, contemplate the landscape and relax. Thus if you wish a fast and very sporting walk : choose another formula of excursion.

Hiking with a donkey is accessible to all walkers. The average hike is around 13 km per day with the possibility of short cuts.

To find out more about Bougres d'ânes : Bougres d'ânes 

Our hikes in detail on the website of our travel agency LB RANDO: 

2 day hike : 2 days in Brionnais 

3 day hike : 3 days in the Brionnais

4 day hike : 4 days in the Brionnais

5 day hikes: With young children, prefer 5 days for beginners and for walkers, we propose 5 days in the Brionnais

6-day hikes: With young children, choose 6 days for beginners and for walkers, we suggest 6 days in the Brionnais

The great and beautiful 7-day adventure: 7 days in the Brionnais

We also offer bivouac hikes or farm stays: contact us directly.