Refine your search for walks in Jard-sur-Mer
Jard-sur-Mer walks
Cycling route inspired by Richard the Lionheart
Visorando Member
15.76 mi
+98 ft
-102 ft
4 hrs
Easy
Departure from Jard-sur-Mer (Vendée)
The “Ça roule avec Richard Cœur de Lion” circular cycle invites you to celebrate the figure of Richard the Lionheart, King of England, Count of Poitou and Duke of Aquitaine.
Through this cycle route between Talmont-Saint-Hilaire and Jard-sur-Mer, discover this historical figure who had a profound influence on the region, notably by strengthening the fortifications of Talmont Castle and founding Lieu Dieu Abbey in Jard-sur-Mer.
From Jard-sur-Mer to Saint-Vincent-sur-Jard
6.04 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Jard-sur-Mer (Vendée)
In Jard-sur-Mer, you can explore Sainte-Radegonde Church and Sainte-Anne Chapel, catch a glimpse of the miniature Eiffel Tower (in summer) and the Moulin de Conchette, and stroll along the beautiful Boisvinet Beach.
Continuing along the coast on the coastal path, the route will then take you to Clémenceau’s house in Saint-Vincent-sur-Jard.
The return journey to Jard-sur-Mer will then take you through the national forest.
From the wash house to the dolmen in Longeville
5.78 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Longeville-sur-Mer (Vendée)
A short, easy walk to discover an old windmill, the little Courolles wash house set amongst the greenery, and the Grand Bouillac Dolmen.
Start and finish 200 m from Bouil Beach in the commune of Longeville.
La Pointe du Payré
3.00 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Jard-sur-Mer (Vendée)
A short hike for lovers of unspoilt nature.
The Guittière marshes
4.39 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Talmont-Saint-Hilaire (Vendée)
Discover the Guittière marshes and Port de la Guittière, and sample oysters (with tasting) from the producers.
Dune, forest, Veillon marsh
3.74 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Talmont-Saint-Hilaire (Vendée)
Hike along the dunes, forest and marshes. A biotope waiting to be discovered.
Marshland and castle in Talmont-Saint-Hilaire
7.04 mi
+157 ft
-187 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Talmont-Saint-Hilaire (Vendée)
This route will introduce you to the town of Talmont with its marshes fed by the Payré River, which flows through the village of Talmont, also famous for its castle built by Richard the Lionheart.
Towards Saint-Jean d'Orbestier Abbey
8.15 mi
+164 ft
-138 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Talmont-Saint-Hilaire (Vendée)
An easy and pleasant circular route from the port of Bourgenay via Orbestier Abbey. You will discover pleasant and peaceful paths in the first part after crossing Bourgenay following the mixed trail.
The return journey is along the seafront, taking you past the Bois de Saint-Jean before diving down to Cayola Bay and its footbridge, then following the coastline to the car park at the end of the route.
Important: see practical information.
Menhirs and Dolmens of Le Bernard
6.98 mi
+75 ft
-85 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Le Bernard (Vendée)
Hike through the countryside of the commune of Le Bernard to discover six dolmens, including the largest in the Vendée (the Frébouchère dolmen), four menhirs and a Gallo-Roman tower. Information panels are provided at each site. A significant part of the circuit is on tarmac. Can also be done by mountain bike.
Tour of Lake Finfarine
5.73 mi
+128 ft
-108 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Poiroux (Vendée)
Enjoyable walk around the Finfarine dam lake in Poiroux (85) with numerous shaded paths.
Two circuits are available:
- a short 7 km circuit,
- a long 9 km circuit.
Around the Grouin du Cou Lighthouse
5.45 mi
+180 ft
-180 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from La Tranche-sur-Mer (Vendée)
Enjoy the woods and beach at La Tranche-sur-Mer.
Please note: part of the route runs along the beach and is not accessible at high tide. In this case, you can start from point (6) and reach point (2) via the forest paths.
Moutiers - Le Givre
7.27 mi
+249 ft
-266 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Moutiers-les-Mauxfaits (Vendée)
The Troussepoil Adventure Trail and discovery of the village of Le Givre.
La route de la Vertonne in Grosbreuil
6.53 mi
+98 ft
-72 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Grosbreuil (Vendée)
Circular to the east of the village of Grosbreuil with typical Vendée bocage landscapes. Calm and relaxing, it allows you to discover a diverse flora, a beautiful sunken path and the trail called "Sentier des Gaulois" (Gaulish Trail).
From Puits d'Enfer to Cayola
4.52 mi
+118 ft
-141 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Château-d'Olonne (Vendée)
A hike along the Atlantic coast, from Les Sables d'Olonne to Château d'Olonne. In all seasons, preferably during days of high tides, to admire the surf at Puits d'Enfer.
La Viverie Route
5.28 mi
+243 ft
-266 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Vincent-sur-Graon (Vendée)
The route starts on the shores of Lac du Graon and follows sunken paths, crossing two small streams: the Fossé Châlon, which feeds into Lac du Graon, and the Marzelle.
Lac du Graon
8.07 mi
+236 ft
-233 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Vincent-sur-Graon (Vendée)
A 13 km circuit along the edge of Lake Graon allows you to enjoy the local flora and fauna.
A very varied circuit with narrow paths and woodland trails... A real treat.
The circuit can be extended by small loops of around 2 km (La Renardière and Les Petites Touches).
Balade insolite dans le quartier de l'île et le quartier de Chaume
4.35 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Les Sables-d'Olonne (Vendée)
Vous aimez les découvertes originales et insolites ?
Profitez de votre séjour aux Sables-d'Olonne pour vous balader dans le Quartier de l'île de Penotte, un lieu atypique et haut en couleur qui ne laisse personne indifférent !
Rejoignez le quartier de la Chaume qui est le cœur historique des Sables-d’Olonne en utilisant "La passeur".
La Chaume – Sauveterre circular loop
12.17 mi
+33 ft
-26 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Les Sables-d'Olonne (Vendée)
A lovely walk through woods, marshes and beaches.
Seafront at Les Sables-d'Olonne
6.01 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Les Sables-d'Olonne (Vendée)
From the small jetty to the Puits d'Enfer, discover the seafront of Les Sables-d'Olonne.
Around the Phare des Baleines lighthouse
3.53 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Clément-des-Baleines (Charente-Maritime)
A circular loop to see the Phare des Baleines lighthouse from its best angle. Return via the Conche des Baleines.
A short walk around the Phare des Baleines
1.61 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Clément-des-Baleines (Charente-Maritime)
It’s completely flat. It’s briny. It’s lovely to see the lighthouse from a different angle.
The wild coast, the Conche des Baleines and the Saint-Clément marshes
5.77 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Clément-des-Baleines (Charente-Maritime)
This easy circular will give you a glimpse of the four main landscapes on Île de Ré: a somewhat wild rocky coastline, a large sandy beach, the salt marshes for which this part of the island is famous, and finally the agricultural sector, mainly early potatoes and vines. Along the way, you can admire the unmissable Phare des Baleines lighthouse, the watchtower of Île de Ré.
La Panerie Les Vignes trail, starting from Champ-Saint-Père
5.41 mi
+331 ft
-344 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Le Champ-Saint-Père (Vendée)
A circular walk starting from the station car park in Champ-Saint-Père, following some beautiful sunken paths and crossing a vineyard through the hillsides.A shaded route.
From Saint-Clément-des-Baleines to Portes-en-Ré
12.29 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Clément-des-Baleines (Charente-Maritime)
A pleasant walk that begins with a passage through a nature reserve (salt marshes and nature reserve - the main refuge for many migratory birds from November to May) and then continues through the "petit bois de trousse chemise" (small wood) beloved by Aznavour. The return trip along the beach to the whale lighthouse offers a complete change of scenery. Sumptuous panorama from the top of the lighthouse.
The Aubigny Botanical Trail
3.47 mi
+56 ft
-52 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Aubigny (Vendée) (Vendée)
A short, easy walk of about an hour on the outskirts of Aubigny.
In addition to its botanical interest, with some remarkable species, the fauna is not to be outdone. You may encounter a deer as surprised as you are by this encounter, a cuckoo, a bird of prey or even a chorus of toads. On the historical side, there is a small stone fountain, once the water source for the village of Mortevieille.
Aubigny Botanical Trail
Tourist office5.67 mi
+69 ft
-66 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Aubigny (Vendée) (Vendée)
A circular walk through the bocage countryside with hidden biodiversity along the way, so keep your eyes peeled for the early purple orchid, the greater asphodel and numerous pollarded trees. The walk is described starting from the “Église” bus stop, but the route begins at the car park of the Aubigny sports complex.
From the Bois de Trousse Chemise to Portes-en-Ré via the Lilleau des Niges
5.57 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Les Portes-en-Ré (Charente-Maritime)
At the very tip of the Île de Ré, La Patache is an oyster-farming port on the banks of the Fier d’Ars. It is an excellent starting point for a walk that will take you through marshes and along beaches across the unassuming yet highly sought-after area of Portes-en-Ré.
Plan to finish at the beaches at low tide.
The marshes of Île d'Olonne
8.53 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from L'Île-d'Olonne (Vendée)
A very pleasant walk in the Île d'Olonne Marshes Nature Reserve. You are likely to see herons and other species.
The salt flower trail
3.30 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from L'Île-d'Olonne (Vendée)
Set off to explore the Marais des Olonnes.
L'Aubonnière
2.92 mi
+269 ft
-269 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Chaillé-sous-les-Ormeaux (Vendée)
Discover the Yon Valley at L'Aubonnière.
Walk from Nesmy Pottery to Rambourg
2.50 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Nesmy (Vendée)
A round trip to visit the two tourist sites in Nesmy: the pottery, the legacy of over a hundred years of family expertise, with guided tours organised during the school holidays; and Rambourg Mill, the last intact watermill in the Yon Valley, a magnificent mechanical world worthy of Jules Verne, which can be visited every summer and during special events. It is also possible to visit the gardens of Nesmy Castle in the summer.
For visits, see practical information: La Roche-sur-Yon Tourist Office
Nesmy Chaillé
10.60 mi
+459 ft
-436 ft
5h 15
Easy
Departure from Nesmy (Vendée)
A walk along the banks of the Yon river to the villages of Nesmy and Chaillé Sous les Ormeaux.
Tour of the Loix peninsula
5.23 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Loix (Charente-Maritime)
Best enjoyed in winter in the sunshine, without the crowds of tourists.
This hike can also be extended by about 1.5 km via the eastern part of Loix, Le Clénandré.
There are no difficulties or pitfalls, and everything is well signposted. Much of the route can also be covered by bicycle.
Much of the route is on a dyke where you will have a beautiful view of the sea and the barnacle geese in season.
To the banks of the Yon from Chaillé-sous-les-Ormeaux
1.20 mi
+56 ft
-59 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Chaillé-sous-les-Ormeaux (Vendée)
A short walk to the banks of the Yon, starting from the Mairie de Chaillé bus stop, featuring the ruins of the old Moulin du Furet on its island in the middle of the river. A round-trip walk. In this little corner of nature, you can spot dragonflies, kingfishers, various fish and more.
One of the paths from my childhood...
3.52 mi
+253 ft
-253 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Chaillé-sous-les-Ormeaux (Vendée)
A short, idyllic walk in the Yon Valley.
Aubépine trail starting from Le Tablier
5.89 mi
+148 ft
-154 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Le Tablier (Vendée)
A hike starting from a charming village, passing through La Gerbaudière with its old farms and the ruins of an ancient castle tower (the leaning tower). Nature is not to be outdone with the passage through the Yon valley and charming sites such as Boutet and the ford at La Roussière. A few megaliths are visible, such as the Pierre qui Vire, and in the village of Le Tablier, some house walls are built on granite blocks.
A short cycle ride via Nesmy, starting from the Rambourg Mill
2.53 mi
+102 ft
-82 ft
30 mins
Easy
Departure from Nesmy (Vendée)
Starting from the Rambourg Mill, this walk takes you to the village of Nesmy, where you can explore three sites – open to visitors in July and August – namely the Rambourg Mill, the Nesmy Pottery and the Nesmy Castle grounds.
Short cycle ride via Les Crèches, starting from the Rambourg Mill
3.34 mi
+171 ft
-167 ft
30 mins
Easy
Departure from Nesmy (Vendée)
Starting from the Moulin de Rambourg, a short circular route that can be a continuation of the ride to the village, where you can admire pollarded trees – also known as ‘trognes’ – centuries-old trees that tell the story of agricultural life in times gone by.