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Discover legends and medieval history from Champtoceaux
Tourist office
2.61 mi
+315 ft
-331 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Champtoceaux (Maine-et-Loire)
From the unmissable panorama of the Loire at Le Champalud to the ruins of the Citadel of Champtoceaux, via the Coulée de la Luce, a path steeped in legend, you will pass through unspoilt countryside.
Overlook the Loire on a historical walk from Champtoceaux
Visorando Member
4.53 mi
+348 ft
-351 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Champtoceaux (Maine-et-Loire)
Enjoy wild, surprising and charming landscapes on a historical walk starting at the foot of the medieval fortress, overlooking the Loire and passing through a forest steeped in legend.
Circular route between the Loire and Coteaux in Champtoceaux
7.01 mi
+545 ft
-545 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Champtoceaux (Maine-et-Loire)
Climb to the top to enjoy one of the most beautiful views of the Loire.
Discover this lovely walk combining remarkable heritage with ancient ruins and beautiful panoramic views from the heights of the hillside. You will also walk along wooded paths and along the Loire via theGR®3.
Oudon route via La Pilardière and the Hâvre valley
7.68 mi
+394 ft
-394 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Oudon (Loire-Atlantique)
This is a very pretty route in the Oudonnaise countryside, featuring the Pilardière communal estate and the Hâvre valley. The route consists almost entirely of paths and trails, with very little tarmac. It is accessible in all weathers, except along the banks of the Hâvre during periods of high water. Many sections are tree-lined, making it particularly pleasant in hot weather. Depending on the season, you may be able to admire magnificent carpets of cyclamen at the foot of the trees on the Pilardière estate.
Oudon-Ancenis circular route along the banks of the Loire
13.41 mi
+207 ft
-207 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Oudon (Loire-Atlantique)
A superb walk, with no difficulty other than the length, almost entirely along the water’s edge. Starting from Oudon, passing through Champtoceaux, crossing at the Ancenis bridge, picnic and return to Oudon. Follow theGR®3on the south bank and theGR®3Eon the north bank; red and white markings are clearly visible.
Of the 22 km, around 5 km is on country roads on the Ancenis-Oudon section. The rest is on paths or trails.
Vallée du Hâvre between Oudon and Haut Vieux Couffé
10.13 mi
+784 ft
-784 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Oudon (Loire-Atlantique)
You don’t like tarmac. You enjoy having the shade when the sun is beating down, walking through wooded areas and following the course of a river. A few ups and downs don’t put you off. Then this beautiful walk along the Hâvre Valley, starting from Oudon, is sure to please you.
Please note: at (7), the Pont Noyer footbridge is removed from1 November to 15 April, depending on the river’s low-water level.
Les Folies Siffait from Oudon
3.61 mi
+220 ft
-220 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Oudon (Loire-Atlantique)
A beautiful route to discover the Folies Siffait, the Saint-Méen chapel and the views of the Loire.
Between the Loire and the vineyards in Drain
11.34 mi
+568 ft
-577 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Drain (Maine-et-Loire)
Starting from the Beauregrêt campsite, walk close to the waterholes. These exceptionally rich environments reveal their different facets as the seasons change. The route takes you along the Nigaudière and Rompure ponds, where the waters of the Robinets stream slowly warm up before joining the Loire. The surrounding meadows, bordered by hedges of ash trees—mostly pollarded—are exceptionally well preserved.
Between the Loire and the vineyards in Drain - short version
5.87 mi
+118 ft
-118 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Drain (Maine-et-Loire)
This walk is a shorter version of the 18.7 km "Between the Loire and the vineyards" walk. You will cross Drain between hillsides, wooded paths, fields and vineyards. Take the time to observe the typical flora and fauna of each of these environments, as well as the unobstructed view of the Loire valleys as you cross the vineyards of Drain.
Valley, vineyards and views at La Varenne
5.69 mi
+358 ft
-361 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from La Varenne (Maine-et-Loire)
From the church, a quick descent to Les Boires, follow the valley, then a quick climb through the vineyards to return via the valley and head up to La Varenne.
Coulée de la Divatte in Saint-Sauveur-de-Landemont
5.25 mi
+371 ft
-354 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sauveur-de-Landemont (Maine-et-Loire)
Set off on an adventure on the borders of Loire-Atlantique and Maine-et-Loire. Explore this trail with your family along the Divatte and its tributaries.
Near the Divatte, the route passes by a Gallo-Roman bridge, old water mills and the Perthuis Churin leisure centre. Along the Ilette and in the valley, discover unspoilt flora.
Bring your picnic and enjoy a fun hike with geocaching (an outdoor treasure hunt using GPS devices).
Le Cellier via the lava flows and castles
7.54 mi
+400 ft
-397 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Le Cellier (Loire-Atlantique)
A very pleasant hike on a varied, well-shaded route, which will take you past lava flows, two castles and Île Neuve. As a main course, there are a few nice climbs to enjoy.
The slopes of Vieux Couffé
10.56 mi
+801 ft
-804 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Couffé (Loire-Atlantique)
35 km from Nantes, a nature-filled route on the banks of the River Hâvre, far off the beaten track. Best undertaken outside the hunting season. This walk is accessible between 15 April and 1 November* only.
* The Pont Noyer footbridge is removed from 1 November to 15 April (approximate dates) due to low water levels in the Hâvre.
Île Delage and the banks of the Loire in Ancenis
5.86 mi
+102 ft
-98 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Ancenis (Loire-Atlantique)
A pleasant family walk that takes you through the parks and gardens of Ancenis and Saint-Géréon, the Château d'Ancenis, Les Halles and Île Delage, ending along the Loire.
Around La Turmelière
4.44 mi
+423 ft
-446 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Liré (Maine-et-Loire)
A pleasant walk around the magnificent Château de la Turmelière, where Joachim du Bellay was born.
Route from La Berrière to Barbechat
7.81 mi
+381 ft
-364 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Barbechat (Loire-Atlantique)
This fully signposted route runs between the banks of the Divatte, vineyards and hedgerows in the commune of Barbechat. It mainly follows unpaved paths and offers wide-open views of the landscape.
In terms of built heritage, the main point of interest is the Château de la Berrière.
The route starts from the car park at the Perthuis Churin leisure centre, which can be reached by following the signs for Landemont on the D207 from the village.
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