Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges walks

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.

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.

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.

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.

Discover the Moine, a calm river that winds through a green landscape. It is hard to believe today that it was once the most polluted river in France. On the route: a water mill, a windmill, a stream, a tributary of the Moine, and a botanical trail.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 pleasant walk from the Pont du Carteron to Lac de Ribou, following the Moine, the motorway and the campsite. Return via the dam.

Set off to explore ancient mills and the Grotte à Brunet cave along this wild trail. This 9 km walk offers many points of interest along the river. /! Due to a rockfall and the potential risk of further rockfalls, the Les Bords de Sèvre au Longeron hiking trail is closed to traffic at Gallard, between (4) and (5). This traffic ban is valid until further notice /!

A family walk along the banks of the Sèvre Stream, one of the most beautiful rivers in this region.

This circular route crosses the Torfou countryside and runs alongside the Sèvre Nantaise stream. It offers diverse landscapes with rivers and ponds, then a path passing by the Pierre Tournisse and offering a view of the Château de Barbe Bleue, so nicknamed because of its most infamous resident, Gilles de Rais.

The paths of La Poitevinière welcome you around its streams.

This is not the Calvary route, but there are many calvaries along this route between the countryside and the riverbank. The route includes as many paths as possible and a few very peaceful minor roads when there is no other choice.

This large circular route can be completed in a long day. It is part of a series of circular routes of varying lengths that allow you to discover the magnificent Sèvre Nantaise valley between Clisson and Mortagne-sur-Sèvre. This section starts at the Moulin de la Roche in the commune of Tiffauges and goes to the foot of Mortagne, returning by different paths but always favouring the banks of the Sèvre.

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.

This hike begins with a series of small roads with no traffic and paths to Mortagne-Sur-Sèvre, then returns along the Sèvre river as much as possible, i.e. almost all the time, except at the end to return to the starting point.

Starting from Tiffauges and its feudal castle ruins, we set off along the beautiful Sèvre stream to the south of Le Longeron. The return journey is initially along small roads and then along paths again.

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.

This hike is not particularly difficult, except for some very wet sections (at the bottom of the fields) in winter. The route is easy to follow, mostly along the edge of the lake.

This route offers magnificent views of Tiffauges Castle, especially at the end, or what remains of it, the famous Bluebeard's Castle. It runs largely along the Sèvre Nantaise stream. Note that this route can be shortened halfway by taking the Pont de la Grossière bridge. This halves the time and distance for little legs. On the other hand, the second part is wilder and more bucolic.

Apart from the start on a small road, this short hike mainly follows both banks of the Sèvre Nantaise in a setting that I never tire of, whatever the season or time of day.

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.

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.

An easy walk. A mix of small roads, tracks and various paths. Fairly shaded: the Chemin du Port is very pleasant. Warning! The proximity of the Sèvre Nantaise stream means this walk may be difficult or even impossible during periods of high water or flooding.

An easy walk through the countryside and along the shores of Lac du Verdon. A good warm-up before walking around the lake.

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