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Barbechat walks
Route from La Berrière to Barbechat
Visorando Member
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.
Coulée de la Divatte in Saint-Sauveur-de-Landemont
Tourist office
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).
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.
In the footsteps of the "Petit Anjou"
5.05 mi
+164 ft
-167 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from La Remaudière (Loire-Atlantique)
Sunken paths, traces of the “Petit Anjou” from the 1900s, shaded areas and landscapes to discover starting from La Remaudière.
Discover legends and medieval history from Champtoceaux
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Loire and its market garden valley seen from the heights of Mauves-sur-Loire.
4.22 mi
+328 ft
-344 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Mauves-sur-Loire (Loire-Atlantique)
Enjoy the beautiful views and landscapes without moderation on this route, where climbs, terraced paths, promontories above the Loire and descents near the river are not measured in terms of travel time, but in terms of appreciation of these admirable places.
Between vineyards and marshes at Le Landreau
7.89 mi
+200 ft
-200 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Le Landreau (Loire-Atlantique)
Discover the vineyards, panoramic views and the Landreau marshes on this walk.
Briacé Pillars Route
4.64 mi
+200 ft
-200 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Le Landreau (Loire-Atlantique)
Learn about the history of the pillars of the large Briacé estate in the last century and discover splendid views over the vineyards.
Route des Ombrages starting from Landreau
6.26 mi
+167 ft
-138 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Le Landreau (Loire-Atlantique)
The long Ombrages route in the north-eastern part of Landreau is a bit long, so here is a beautiful shorter section of this route.
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.
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.
On the edge of the Goulaine Marshes, market gardens and vineyards
5.40 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Le Loroux-Bottereau (Loire-Atlantique)
The Marais de Goulaine, its landscapes, flora and fauna, two châteaux, market gardens and vineyards. A whole programme of discovery! These highly diverse landscapes, this almost wild nature alongside market gardens and vineyards, are among the nature trails we love to explore.
Le Loroux-Bottereau between Pont de Louen and the village
10.11 mi
+427 ft
-407 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Haute-Goulaine (Loire-Atlantique)
Starting at Pont de Louen on the banks of the Goulaine (and its marsh in winter), this route immediately climbs to the Butte de la Roche to overlook the area, with a panoramic view as far as Nantes. It then winds its way between vineyards and charming hamlets, with other panoramic views such as at the Moulin du Pé. Crossing the village of Loroux-Bottereau, it then makes a circular route back to the hill and the starting point.
Between the vineyards and the Marais de Goulaine
Association / Club / Walk leader
18.19 mi
+328 ft
-312 ft
5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Haute-Goulaine (Loire-Atlantique)
There are numerous points of interest on or near the route. Explore the market gardens, then the Marais de Goulaine. Next, you’ll be treated to a sweeping panorama as you climb the Butte de la Roche.
