Circular starting from Port des Monards

South-east of Royan, near the famous village of Talmont, this is a lovely, easy route to enjoy with friends or family.
Don't miss the old Monards flour mill, Chenac Church and the views of the Gironde estuary.

Details

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 5.03 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 30 
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    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 213 ft
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    Descent: - 190 ft

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    Highest point: 180 ft
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    Lowest point: 7 ft

Description of the walk

Easy parking on Rue des Monards.

(S/E) From Port des Monards in the commune of Barzan, follow the D 145 eastwards to reach the hamlet of Barabe. Turn left onto theGR®360marked in white and red and continue to the fork before the hamlet of Le Terrier

(1) Turn left onto the GR®. Head north then north-east and pass the hamlet of Laborde.

(2) At the intersection, first turn left then right to follow a path to the north-east (still on theGR®). At the T-junction (elevation 10), turn left-right. Continue until you reach the junction with a road.

(3) Leave theGR®360and take the path on the right. Follow this path straight ahead and join the D 129 at Bellevue.

(4) Continue right on the D 129, enter the village of Chenac and continue to the church.

(5) Continue along Rue du Clocher and take Allée de la Fontaine on the right. Continue for about 100 metres, passing a street on your right. At the next crossroads, look for a path on the right.

(6) Take this path heading north-west and join the D 139.

(7) Turn left onto the D 139, then take the street on the right that leads to a place called Le Terrier. At the exit, take the narrow, steep path downhill to join theGR®360at the fork you passed on the way there.

(1) Turn left and head towards Port des Monards, following the red and white markings (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 10 ft - Car park on Rue des Monards
  2. 1 : mi 0.61 - alt. 10 ft - Crossroads of the circular
  3. 2 : mi 1.8 - alt. 56 ft - Laborde
  4. 3 : mi 2.63 - alt. 43 ft - Path on the right
  5. 4 : mi 3.3 - alt. 177 ft - Bellevue locality
  6. 5 : mi 3.53 - alt. 148 ft - Église Saint-Martin (Chenac)
  7. 6 : mi 3.64 - alt. 105 ft - Start of the trail
  8. 7 : mi 4.03 - alt. 121 ft - Intersection with the D139
  9. S/E : mi 5.03 - alt. 10 ft - Car park on Rue des Monards

Worth a visit

Former Monards flour mill (Barzan).
Chenac Church.
Views of the Gironde estuary.

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

Reviews and comments

4.6 / 5
Based on 9 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.6 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.7 / 5
Route interest
4.4 / 5
Jacques gomes
Jacques gomes

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : May 18, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A lovely walk through the vineyards and the woods.

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gmevel
gmevel

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 18, 2025
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

We did this tour with a group in the morning on a fairly warm day. The group appreciated the option of two possible shortcuts. We were lucky enough to be able to see inside the church in Chenac.
The tour is very pleasant, with plenty of shade, which is appreciated when the sun is beating down.
Thanks to Michel

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besace
besace

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 12, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Very beautiful route, little road traffic and varied landscapes.

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Automne Michel
Automne Michel

Thank you for your kind words, they are always appreciated. Best regards, Michel Automne.

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Charentaise Maritime
Charentaise Maritime

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 03, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Accessible to all audiences.

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Automne Michel
Automne Michel

I'm glad you enjoyed this little route.
Thank you. Best regards.

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ap75rb17
ap75rb17

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 10, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Beautiful view of the cliffs overlooking the Gironde estuary

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Automne Michel
Automne Michel

Thank you for your appreciation, it is always appreciated.
Kind regards.
Michel Automne

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phbizet
phbizet

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 23, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A route I took following on from the one to Talmont, which complements it perfectly with its interesting landscape combining vineyards, forest and marshland. A profusion of wild flowers, particularly orchids at this time of year.

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Automne Michel
Automne Michel

Hello.
Thank you for your comment.
I don't know what the sign indicates: turn right or not.
The map is misleading, I will modify the route.
Michel Automne

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j-p-sicaud
j-p-sicaud

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 18, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A small error in Bellvue Village, just before point 4. The explanations are good, but the route is not correct. You should not go between the buildings, but straight ahead. I did it the wrong way round, but if you do it the right way, I think you are less likely to make a mistake. We saw people who told us we were on private property. And that other people had already done the same as us.

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Automne Michel
Automne Michel

Thank you for your feedback.
Kind regards.
Michel Automne

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Gil2509
Gil2509

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 19, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A pleasant hike along the coastline and cliffs.

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LULU 78570
LULU 78570

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 12, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Hiking mainly in the countryside (vineyards and various crops)
Avoid doing this in wet winter weather, as there are some difficult sections.
Beautiful view of the Gironde estuary when you reach the village of Chenac.
Enjoy your hike, everyone.

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