Gesté walks

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.

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.

This route will allow you to discover the natural riches of La Chaussaire, with a short stop on the way back at the Grotto of Lourdes de la Chaussaire, next to the parish church of Saint-Joseph-en-Mauges.

A 5 km walk through the countryside, ideal for spotting the local flora and fauna thanks to the footpaths and the proximity of various water sources. Will you be lucky enough to spot a cattle egret in the warmer months?

A stroll through Leppo Forest, featuring sunken paths and streams... A peaceful trail in the heart of the Anjou countryside, just five minutes from the Pottery Village and the Fuilet clay pits.

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.

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.

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.

This is a lovely route that takes you along country lanes and a path alongside the Aiguefou stream (a tributary of the Moine). You will also pass two historic fountains.

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.

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

Foulques Nerra, the name of the Count of Anjou who, at the end ofthe 10th century, had a wooden castle built on a motte—formed from the earth excavated to dig the moat—to protect his territory. A feudal motte can be seen near the start. Let yourself be lulled by the Moine as it flows past during this route.

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.

Hike through the Rémygeoise countryside, along magnificent paths, through vineyards and mixed farming land.

The island of Borneo, its tropical forests, its white sandy beaches, the South China Sea. But why this name in our Mauges countryside? Borneo was the name once given to a section of this path. Perhaps the name is derived from ‘bornage’ (boundary marking), as this section marks the boundary between Torfou and Montfaucon-Montigné.

A signposted trail stretching over 11 km through the countryside on one side and a path along the River Moine on the other. You will also have the opportunity to stroll around the village of Saint Crespin-sur-Moine, where you can see the former Maison du Mineur et des Énergies and the Chapelle des Ecluseaux.

An easy hike starting from Saint-Crespin-sur-Moine, which begins on the banks of the Moine and goes to Monfaucon, returning north via as many paths as possible.

Marked trail starting from Rue du Gaudu, which runs along the Moine river via the Pierre de l'Écuelle. This legendary rock is said to bear the engraved image of the devil's plate and knife...

During this hike, walkers will have the opportunity to discover a rich heritage, bearing witness to local history and traditions. Along the way, several crosses and calvaries will reveal themselves, offering beautiful contemplative stops and a glimpse into the spiritual and cultural dimension of the region. The path also leads past the Maison du Potier, a true place of memory and transmission. This stage allows you to appreciate the ancestral art of working with clay and immerse yourself in the creative world of the potters who have made Le Fuilet famous. For a well-deserved break in nature, the route leads to the Barbotine Pond. This green setting is the ideal place to share a family picnic or simply relax by the water.

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.

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.