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Beaupréau walks
In the footsteps of the Petit-Anjou (historic train)
Visorando Member
5.29 mi
+167 ft
-98 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Beaupréau (Maine-et-Loire)
New walk: In the footsteps of the Petit-Anjou (historic train), created by the municipality of Beaupréau.
Route starting from the former Beaupréau station, now Place du 8 Mai, towards La Chabossière
Moulin Neuf circular in Beaupréau-en-Mauges
Tourist office6.32 mi
+351 ft
-367 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Beaupréau (Maine-et-Loire)
Let the sounds of nature guide you along the River Èvre through the Beaupréau countryside. Pass by the mills beside the river
Le Moulin Neuf in Beaupréau
4.08 mi
+256 ft
-285 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Beaupréau (Maine-et-Loire)
On small rural roads and numerous farm tracks, you will discover landscapes alternating between panoramic views and wooded valleys. This two-sided route allows you to start by travelling along small roads offering wide panoramic views of the Maugeoise countryside.The hike then takes you to the Èvre river. You can admire the winding course of the water through the fields and rocky hillsides.
Èvre and Calvary in La Chapelle-du-Genêt
6.95 mi
+381 ft
-387 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-du-Genêt (Maine-et-Loire)
You will discover a route through the agricultural and hilly landscape of the village of La Chapelle-du-Genêt. Accompanied by birdsong, you can soak up the tranquillity of this commune. The open paths and hedgerows, dotted with pollarded trees, offer views of the agricultural countryside of the Mauges, crossed by the meandering Èvre river.
The Gallo-Roman Sylvanois at Fief-Sauvin
19.85 mi
+1,158 ft
-1,181 ft
10h 10
Difficult
Departure from Le Fief-Sauvin (Maine-et-Loire)
A long-distance walk to explore Gallo-Roman sites. A variety of landscapes, including wooded countryside, the Forest of Leppo, fields and vineyards, as well as sections along the River Èvre. This beautiful walk brings together all aspects of the natural and historical richness of this commune.
Bellefontaine Abbey and the Chemin des Canons in Andrezé
7.06 mi
+387 ft
-358 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Andrezé (Maine-et-Loire)
This hike will allow you to discover the most beautiful aspects of the Mauges landscape while exploring places steeped in history. The first part of the trail takes you on a bucolic walk along the Beuvron River to the Château de la Morinière.
Next, you will head to a place that is the stuff of dreams for any lover of Vendée history, a sunken path straight out of the stories of the Vendée wars: the "Chemin des Canons" (Cannon Path) used by the Republicans.
Towards the circular bends of the Èvre and its mills at Andrezé
6.94 mi
+305 ft
-305 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Andrezé (Maine-et-Loire)
A magnificent walk along the River Évre and its mills: the Moulin Neuf and the Moulin de Pomail
The Bréau Menhir and La Gabardière as seen from Le Fief-Sauvin
5.97 mi
+709 ft
-722 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Le Fief-Sauvin (Maine-et-Loire)
A walk starting from Le Fief-Sauvin towards the banks of the Èvre de Bralles at La Gabardière, passing by the Guicholet Mill and the Bréau Menhir.
Castle, pond and manor house in Andrezé
7.93 mi
+177 ft
-207 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Andrezé (Maine-et-Loire)
A pleasant route through the Andrezé countryside, allowing you to discover the Étang de la Couderaie, the ruins of the Château des Hayes Gasselin and the Manoir de la Chaperonnière.
Around the oak trees in Saint-Philbert-en-Mauges
6.07 mi
+95 ft
-98 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Philbert-en-Mauges (Maine-et-Loire)
The "Autour des Chênes" trail lives up to its name because, right from the start, you will see an arboretum of oak trees from around the world. You will have the opportunity to discover very pleasant tree-lined paths with passages through woods where you will find some educational games. The gentle and peaceful atmosphere of the woods, accompanied by birdsong, is sure to charm you.
The fords of the Èvre in Montrevault
6.70 mi
+640 ft
-630 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Montrevault (Maine-et-Loire)
A very beautiful hike that crosses or runs alongside the Èvre river. This meandering river has sculpted the landscape of the Mauges region.It witnessed numerous massacres that took place during the Vendée wars between Cholet and Saint-Florent-le-Vieil.
Le Gué de Hausang and Le Moulin Neuf
6.14 mi
+299 ft
-272 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from La Poitevinière (Maine-et-Loire)
The paths of La Poitevinière welcome you around its streams.
La Poulaine to La Jubaudière
8.20 mi
+266 ft
-285 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from La Jubaudière (Maine-et-Loire)
In the woods of La Gautrèche and along tree-lined paths, you’ll discover a rural and bucolic landscape characteristic of the Mauges region. The great diversity of landscapes will make for a rich and varied walk.As this route covers a large part of the Jubaudière area, it will allow you to discover a town with many different facets.
Exploring the surroundings of La Thévinière in Gesté
5.24 mi
+72 ft
-69 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Gesté (Maine-et-Loire)
This walking trail is located in the commune of Gesté, a charming village in the Mauges region, where you can discover the Étang de la Thévinière and the Château du Plessis.
Please note: the path is closed during the hunting season.
The Petit Moulin to Gesté circular route
2.98 mi
+75 ft
-75 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Gesté (Maine-et-Loire)
Discover this pleasant, picturesque walk that runs alongside the canal of the little river Sanguèze in the heart of the village of Gesté. All along the way, you will find the remains of old wash houses, which also served as laundry rooms where local residents used to wash their clothes. You can cross the Sanguèze via a small bridge or by fording the river, passing the remains of an old wash house. The route also takes you through gently rolling farmland.
Le Petit Anjou in Le Pin-en-Mauges
4.11 mi
+105 ft
-98 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Le Pin-en-Mauges (Maine-et-Loire)
Take a stroll through the countryside of the Mauges region along this route. You’ll pass through vast agricultural areas and get a close-up view of wind turbines. You’ll also have the chance to wander through open fields, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in this rural landscape. Wooded areas with paths lined by hedgerows and trees will offer you a cool respite and immerse you in a more intimate atmosphere.
Circular route around the two ponds starting from Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges
8.49 mi
+167 ft
-144 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges (Maine-et-Loire)
A lovely walk featuring stream crossings and passing by large bodies of water such as the Étang de Green Cross. You’ll have the chance to discover the largest standing stone in Anjou. On site, you’ll find the legends surrounding this imposing menhir, explained on information panels.
Around Sèvremoine
19.92 mi
+407 ft
-427 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges (Maine-et-Loire)
A beautiful loop, passing by two beautiful bodies of water, around Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges and Saint-André-de-la-Marche, forming the commune of Sèvremoine, alternating between main roads (very few), small roads, dirt tracks for tractors, and a few footpaths.
In the countryside of Saint-Rémy-en-Mauges
5.26 mi
+272 ft
-272 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Rémy-en-Mauges (Maine-et-Loire)
Hike through the Rémygeoise countryside, along magnificent paths, through vineyards and mixed farming land.
Circular of Saint-Quentin-en-Mauges
4.89 mi
+302 ft
-312 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Quentin-en-Mauges (Maine-et-Loire)
An eight-kilometre walk through the Anjou countryside starting from Saint-Quentin-en-Mauges to discover the historical heritage of the commune.
La Bouëre de l'Èvre in May-sur-Èvre
7.90 mi
+167 ft
-164 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Le May-sur-Èvre (Maine-et-Loire)
The Èvre, the river that flows through the Mauges region before joining the Loire near Saint-Florent-le-Vieil, provides a pleasant setting for walks through vibrant farmland.
La Bouëre de l'Èvre is a lovely lake that has been developed for leisure and fishing; it is accessible on foot from the village, about 800m away.