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Blou walks
Between Blou and Neuillé
Tourist office
11.63 mi
+568 ft
-545 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Blou (Maine-et-Loire)
Perched atop its hill, at an altitude of over 100 metres, Blou bears the marks of its age and invites visitors to remember that it was one of the first inhabited settlements in Anjou. Further down the valley, the River Suzon winds its way through Neuillé, a village with equally timeless charm. All around, woods, fields and market gardens serve as a reminder that this is a rural area where life is peaceful.
Route du Black Castle
11.97 mi
+325 ft
-308 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Vernoil-le-Fourrier (Maine-et-Loire)
For nature lovers, enjoy this walk in the heart of a dense forest rich in biodiversity.
The forest of our ancestors
4.64 mi
+259 ft
-259 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Brain-sur-Allonnes (Maine-et-Loire)
A route through the paths of the Bois de la Cave Peinte. It’s also a chance to stroll near an archaeological site. Situated between Saumur and Bourgueil, on the edge of a large forest, Brain-sur-Allonnes has unearthed some treasures from its archaeological heritage. Renowned for silkworm farming in the 19th century, the village now focuses on market gardening.
From the Loire to the Authion
8.37 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-la-Place (Maine-et-Loire)
A flat route between the banks of the Loire and the Authion. It allows you to explore the birthplace of Aristide du Petit Thouars and its heritage.
Please note: The paths along the banks of the Loire are impassable during periods of high water
In the footsteps of Robrica in Chênehutte
5.16 mi
+262 ft
-246 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Chênehutte-Trèves-Cunault (Maine-et-Loire)
A hilly, wooded route. Situated on the left bank of the Loire, downstream from Saumur, this village in the Loire Valley is a former Gallo-Roman settlement and home to one of the most important archaeological sites in Maine-et-Loire. Finds made on the plateau prove human presence dating back to the Neolithic period (4500 to 4000 BC).
Stroll in Saumur
Visorando Member4.20 mi
+138 ft
-138 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saumur (Maine-et-Loire)
This beautiful Loire city certainly deserves a more in-depth visit, here it is offered a short discovery loop, a good option for a stopover on a journey between Anjou and Touraine regions.
Between the Loire and the hillsides between Trèves and Chênehutte
5.90 mi
+249 ft
-230 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Chênehutte-Trèves-Cunault (Maine-et-Loire)
A hilly, wooded route between Trèves and Chênehutte, along the Loire and on the hillside. This route also winds through the historic streets of the village of Trèves.
A walk for history and nature lovers in Mouliherne
6.72 mi
+249 ft
-262 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Mouliherne (Maine-et-Loire)
This charming village is the starting point for a nature walk through unspoilt countryside with wooded hills and dotted with heritage sites.
Around the Thouet in Saumur
4.54 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saumur (Maine-et-Loire)
A short walk around the Thouet, ideal for families.
Views of the Loire at Cunault
4.89 mi
+203 ft
-184 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Chênehutte-Trèves-Cunault (Maine-et-Loire)
Dominated by its Romanesque church, a former Benedictine priory, the village of Cunault was a place of pilgrimage and renowned fairs in the Middle Ages and until the end of the 19th century, an important port on the Loire specialising, like its neighbouring (and twin) port of Trèves, in the shipment of tuffeau stone.
Steep slope at the start, then flat, shaded paths.
In the heart of the Saumur-Champigny vineyards
7.18 mi
+390 ft
-384 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saumur (Maine-et-Loire)
A hilly route along the hillside through the vineyards. Home to a magnificent 14th-century Romanesque church and the Manoir de Morains, where Marguerite d'Anjou is said to have died. Dampierre-sur-Loire is also renowned as a commune in the Saumur-Champigny appellation.
Please note: section along the Loire River impassable in case of flooding.
Between Dampierre-sur-Loire and Montsoreau
11.72 mi
+531 ft
-515 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Saumur (Maine-et-Loire)
A circular loop exploring the troglodyte dwellings on the hillside between Dampierre-sur-Loire and Montsoreau, alternating between sections through the vineyards of Souzay - Champigny, including the unusual "Clos Cristal", the tuffeau cliff shaped by man and erosion overlooking the Loire, the remarkable villages and their heritage, and the wild left bank of the Loire.
South of Pompierre via Villemolle and Verrie
6.90 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Chênehutte-Trèves-Cunault (Maine-et-Loire)
An easy walk along paths through meadows and woodland
⚠️ At certain times of the year, hunting may take place along this route, particularly between (5) and (6) in the Verrie area.Hikers are free to abandon or alter their route if they consider the conditions to be unsafe.
The Washerwomen’s Route
5.47 mi
+115 ft
-115 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Courléon (Maine-et-Loire)
Hiking route in the heart of the Courléon State Forest. This hike can be enjoyed in all seasons.
Pleasetake care during the hunting season
In the Courléon Forest
7.77 mi
+246 ft
-233 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Courléon (Maine-et-Loire)
Hiking route in the heart of the Courléon National Forest. This hike can be enjoyed in all seasons.
Please take care during the hunting season
Circular around the vineyards around Souzay
5.07 mi
+210 ft
-207 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Souzay-Champigny (Maine-et-Loire)
In the heart of the Saumur Champigny AOC, between vineyards, wines and troglodyte dwellings. Discover the village of Souzay, its heritage and the diversity of our Loire landscapes.
When the Romans lead us to Marson
7.09 mi
+194 ft
-197 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Distré (Maine-et-Loire)
A lovely trip to the countryside through woods and meadows, taking in the Land Art, the castle and Marson Pond along the way.
The woods around Rou-Marson
4.27 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Rou-Marson (Maine-et-Loire)
From the Place du Château de Marson, a short walk takes you through the woods, past water features and along the botanical trail, where you can discover the area’s plant biodiversity.
Between the Loire and the hillsides in Parnay
7.42 mi
+289 ft
-282 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Parnay (Maine-et-Loire) (Maine-et-Loire)
A hilly route combining the Loire, vineyards, woodland and cave dwellings.
Please note! A section along the banks of the Loire may be impassable in the event of flooding. Take care during the hunting season.
The village of Montsoreau and its castle between the Loire and troglodyte dwellings
9.98 mi
+400 ft
-410 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Montsoreau (Maine-et-Loire)
A scenic route showcasing the various attractions of the Saumur region: the River Loire, cave dwellings, and vineyards alternating with wooded and wetland areas.
Please note: the path is impassable in the event of flooding of the Loire and/or heavy rainfall.
From Montsoreau to Candes-Saint-Martin
2.18 mi
+184 ft
-171 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Montsoreau (Maine-et-Loire)
Montsoreau and Candes-Saint-Martin are two villages that form a single settlement. They transcend regional boundaries, as the Loire and the hillside unite them.This route allows you to discover the terraced white houses along the river and the confluence with the Vienne.A walk best taken at sunrise to fully enjoy the light on the facades.
Please note: a recent update (June 2026) indicates a disruption to the route due to a landslide, likely above Candes-St-Martin (to be confirmed).
The circular Fontevraud Abbey starting from Montsoreau
10.11 mi
+614 ft
-594 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Montsoreau (Maine-et-Loire)
A superb circular hike allowing you to discover Montsoreau, Fontrevaud and Candes-Saint-Martin in their natural setting and localities located in remarkable sites. The circular hike is done anti-clockwise on the hillside to enjoy a pleasant route through the woods and panoramic views of the right bank of the Loire.
Vineyards and woods around Les Ulmes
7.14 mi
+164 ft
-138 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Les Ulmes (Maine-et-Loire)
The name comes from the Latin word ulmus, meaning elm tree, and was given to the village because of the presence of this tree. The surrounding woods and estates were entrusted to the monks of Saint-Maur Abbey, and the village developed around a priory and its church. The priory, which was remodelled in the 16th and 17th centuries, is still attached to the Church of Saint Vincent of Spain, which features beautiful remains from the 11th and 12th centuries.