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In the footsteps of the Petit-Anjou (historic train)
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
Le Moulin Neuf in Beaupréau
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.
Èvre and Calvary in La Chapelle-du-Genêt
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.
Bellefontaine Abbey and the Chemin des Canons in Andrezé
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.
The Bréau Menhir and La Gabardière as seen from Le Fief-Sauvin
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.
Castle, pond and manor house in Andrezé
A pleasant route through the Andrezé countryside, allowing you to discover the Étang de la Couderaie, the ruins of the Château des Hayes Gasselin and the Manoir de la Chaperonnière.
Around the oak trees in Saint-Philbert-en-Mauges
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.
The fords of the Èvre in Montrevault
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.
Le Gué de Hausang and Le Moulin Neuf
The paths of La Poitevinière welcome you around its streams.
Exploring the surroundings of La Thévinière in Gesté
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.
The Petit Moulin to Gesté circular 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.
Le Petit Anjou in Le Pin-en-Mauges
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.
Circular route around the two ponds starting from Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges
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.
Around Sèvremoine
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.
In the countryside of Saint-Rémy-en-Mauges
Hike through the Rémygeoise countryside, along magnificent paths, through vineyards and mixed farming land.
Circular of Saint-Quentin-en-Mauges
An eight-kilometre walk through the Anjou countryside starting from Saint-Quentin-en-Mauges to discover the historical heritage of the commune.
La Bouëre de l'Èvre in May-sur-Èvre
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.