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Published route(s)
The Bois des Gâts forest in Châteaudun
5.57 mi
+174 ft
-190 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Châteaudun (Eure-et-Loir)
Located on the natural border between Beauce and Perche formed by the Loir River, Châteaudun is built on a rocky spur. The route circles the remarkable natural site of the Bois des Gâts or Gas. Open to the public, this 23-hectare site is protected by the Natura 2000 programme.
The woods of Saint-Martin
11.34 mi
+367 ft
-364 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Châteaudun (Eure-et-Loir)
Situated on the natural boundary formed by the River Loir between the Beauce and the Perche regions, Châteaudun is built on a rocky outcrop. The route takes you to Île Chemars along the River Loir before heading towards the Bois de Saint-Martin near Saint-Denis-les-Ponts.
The old quarters of Châteaudun
1.58 mi
+121 ft
-138 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Châteaudun (Eure-et-Loir)
From the upper town to the lower town, this walking route allows you to explore the historic centre of Châteaudun and its finest monuments, as well as a section of the banks of the Loir, offering beautiful panoramic views of the town.
The watermills of Châteaudun
6.32 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Châteaudun (Eure-et-Loir)
Between Beauce and Perche, the upper Loir Valley leads you along paths and trails to discover its contrasting landscapes, history and traditions. Among these, the presence of watermills bears witness to one of the main industries that flourished in Châteaudun from the 13th century onwards.