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Campbon walks
Campbon circular, from the lake to the old railway line
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5.59 mi
+135 ft
-138 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Campbon (Loire-Atlantique)
A route through the lower part of the village, taking you past the lake, Saint-Victor Chapel, the old railway line, the streams that feed the water table, the Tour d’Enfer and the village centre. Easy, as much of the route follows small country lanes.
4 Valleys Trail
5.72 mi
+341 ft
-354 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from La Chapelle-Launay (Loire-Atlantique)
Traced along the Sillon de Bretagne, this route offers beautiful views of the Loire Estuary. Whether along sunken paths or through the undergrowth, this walk crosses four pleasant, shaded valleys. In spring, these green corridors, rich in botanical and faunal diversity, are carpeted with daffodils and frequented by kestrels.
Marais du Fresnier trail
5.42 mi
+148 ft
-148 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Savenay (Loire-Atlantique)
After the lake of Vallée Mabile, the path leads the hiker below the Sillon de Bretagne to the marsh and its moat lined with trees and reeds, populated by grey herons feeding among the cows. You may also come across the corncrake, the bird with the most distinctive song.
Belvédère Trail in Savenay
6.36 mi
+210 ft
-230 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Savenay (Loire-Atlantique)
A lovely countryside walk, with a variety of paths that are mostly shaded, beautiful scenery and, at the start and finish, the stunning view of Lac de la Vallée Mabille.
Circular Melneuf from Notre-Dame de Grâce
5.68 mi
+148 ft
-167 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Guenrouet (Loire-Atlantique)
Passing through villages, tree-lined paths and the towpath of the Nantes-Brest Canal, this walk is an opportunity to observe ducks, foxes, swans, coots and deer, if you keep a low profile.
Walk through the woods of Pontchâteau
3.05 mi
+118 ft
-141 ft
1h 30
Moderate
Departure from Pontchâteau (Loire-Atlantique)
A Sunday stroll through the woods of Coët-Roz, the venue for the French, European and World Cyclo-cross Championships. Nature and bird lovers will be in their element. Mountain bikers will appreciate the challenging terrain. Another special mountain bike route is described.
Le Calvaire – Bodio – town centre
7.77 mi
+177 ft
-180 ft
3h 45
Easy
Departure from Pontchâteau (Loire-Atlantique)
Walk around Pontchâteau and the surrounding area – Le Calvaire – Bodio – Return via Pontchâteau town centre
You can ask for a map of the Calvary walk at the Tourist Information Office before you set off, or download it from the internet.
The Brière Marshes: a chance to spot storks
8.50 mi
+125 ft
-121 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pontchâteau (Loire-Atlantique)
On your way to and from Pontchâteau town centre, discover the Brière marshes. With a bit of luck (in season), you may spot a nest of storks.
The Pontchâteau viaduct, from above and below
2.76 mi
+194 ft
-164 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Pontchâteau (Loire-Atlantique)
A short walk to explore Pontchâteau from above and below the viaduct, taking you through the marshes and the town centre.
Sentier du Syl au Trou Bleu trail
9.31 mi
+36 ft
-39 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lavau-sur-Loire (Loire-Atlantique)
The trail starts at the port of Lavau-sur-Loire and takes you to the Observatory with a magnificent view of the marshes and the Loire. The walk then continues to the Étangs du Trou Bleu, a former blue granite quarry. Next, enjoy a country walk to the Fresnier marsh with its canals populated by storks.
Cycling loop between Guenrouët and the Bellion lock
23.65 mi
+436 ft
-433 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Plessé (Loire-Atlantique)
The Isac Valley connects Guenrouët to the Vilaine. Small country roads and wide carriageways, then the towpath of the Nantes-Brest Canal, lead to the Bellion Lock, a nautical stop at the confluence of the canal and the Vilaine. The return journey is the same, via other equally pleasant routes. A bucolic atmosphere is guaranteed on this ride on the edge of the Pays de Redon.
Route of the sights in Blain
5.47 mi
+66 ft
-69 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Blain (Loire-Atlantique)
A pleasant walk offering a glimpse of different aspects of Blain: its harbour, a section of the Nantes–Brest Canal, a landscape of vast fields and forests, the Saint-Roch Chapel and the Château de la Groulaie.
Sillon de Bretagne from Cordemais
6.29 mi
+305 ft
-305 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Cordemais (Loire-Atlantique)
Circular walk following the Sillon de Bretagne path. Dog friendly.
Walk in Grande Brière around Saint-Malo-de-Guersac
4.56 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Malo-de-Guersac (Loire-Atlantique)
Walk along the edge of the Grande Brière. As you circle the village, you will discover meadows sometimes flooded by the rising spring waters, separated by the canals you will be walking alongside. In Rozé, you can climb up to a viewpoint to enjoy a view of the entire Grande Brière.
Route of the large islands
24.91 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Joachim (Loire-Atlantique)
Discover the islands of Saint-Joachim and some of the islands of Saint-Malo-de-Guersac by bike, with some beautiful views of the Brière marshes.
Magdelaine route in the Gâvre National Forest
5.21 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Le Gâvre (Loire-Atlantique)
A pleasant walk in this beautiful forest, with a chapel at the end for those who are interested. Very shady, easy paths overall, with little elevation gain.
Gâvre State Forest
7.54 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Le Gâvre (Loire-Atlantique)
This loop in the Gavre National Forest allows you to enjoy a pleasant time in this natural environment, with more than 80% of the walk on trails (no tarmac).
Roho moors and marshes
6.71 mi
+453 ft
-459 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Dolay (Morbihan)
The village of Saint-Dolay overlooks the plateau that borders the south bank of the Vilaine. This flat landscape is cut by a valley with sometimes steep slopes, where the Moulin Neuf stream flows. While moors cover the slopes and heights of the valley, marshes and peat bogs cover the bottom. Add to this variety of vegetation a remarkable geological diversity, and you will have many reasons to explore this route.
Reilly Circular - La Distais
3.76 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Montluc (Loire-Atlantique)
A short, easy walk along tree-lined tracks suitable for vehicles.
Moderator’s note: route modification on , see the description and reviews as of 02/11/2021
Sea, town, countryside and banks of the Loire, starting from Saint-Brévin-les-Pins
7.16 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Brevin-les-Pins (Loire-Atlantique)
A pleasant walk starting from Place Bougainville in St-Brévin-les-Pins, first following the beach southwards, then turning north through the village centre to explore the countryside before returning along the Loire.
Around the Roho Mill and the Saint-Dolay marshes
4.58 mi
+335 ft
-308 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Dolay (Morbihan)
Saint-Dolay features the typical landscapes of the region, though with a notable abundance of water and mills.This runoff and surface water has created marshes and ponds around the Moulin de Roho.This circular route is part ofthe PR®® known as the Boucle du Marais de Roho.
Strolling around Saint-Nazaire
6.06 mi
+30 ft
-33 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
Discover the many facets of the city: the port, museums, the Loire estuary, the beach, beautiful mansions, parks and shopping streets.
From the Petit Maroc to Monsieur Hulot beach
12.68 mi
+689 ft
-686 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
A route to walk alongside the Loire River as it flows into the Atlantic Ocean. In Saint-Nazaire-Plage, the seaside promenade is very popular with Nazairians. It is open to the Loire estuary and its maritime traffic. Further on, on the beautiful coastal path, open to the south, and shaded by pine trees, you sometimes have the feeling of being on the edge of the Mediterranean.
⚠️ Hiking poles prohibited on the Nazairian coastal path
Circular route between Sillon and Marais in Saint-Etienne-de-Montluc
8.23 mi
+331 ft
-348 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Montluc (Loire-Atlantique)
This hike takes place mainly on roads, but these are fairly quiet to very quiet. It follows sections ofthe GR®3and a few farm tracks. The hike offers some clear views from the heights of the Sillon de Bretagne (you can even see the Loire). There are also some interesting buildings to see along the way...
The Étang-Bernard trail in Saint-Étienne-de-Montluc
5.89 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Montluc (Loire-Atlantique)
This is a lovely walk starting along the railway line and continuing through the countryside until you reach a marshy area near L'Étang-Bernard. The return journey is again along the railway line. You will enjoy a wide variety of paths and landscapes.
Beaches and dunes in Saint-Brévin l'Océan
6.51 mi
+33 ft
-30 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Brevin-les-Pins (Loire-Atlantique)
Two circular walks starting from Le Pointeau, on the beach and then along the edge of the dune cordon. Discover the Pointeau site, a key location in the Atlantic Wall.
Audubon Marsh Circular: Arche du Dareau - Etang-Bernard
6.12 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Couëron (Loire-Atlantique)
This hike covers part of the Marais Audubon, a wetland that is part of the estuarine marshes. This area is a sanctuary for many species of birds, including storks, herons, egrets, ducks, harriers... An area of extensive cattle farming, it is also home to other less desirable species, such as nutria.
This circular route of about 10km runs almost exclusively along roads – some of which are flood-prone – but with very little traffic.
Don Valley route from the Chapel of St Anne to La Vallée
Association / Club / Walk leader6.44 mi
+472 ft
-499 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Guémené-Penfao (Loire-Atlantique)
Superb hike starting from the Chapelle des Lieux Saints, through the woods, with magnificent views of the rolling landscapes of Guénouvry. At a bend in the path, you will see the Château de Juzet and overlook the Don River as you head towards the village of Tréguély, then return to the chapel.
Route de La Fée Carabosse
10.68 mi
+801 ft
-817 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Guémené-Penfao (Loire-Atlantique)
Hike from the Chapelle des Lieux Saints to the Lizien racecourse in Guémené-Penfao. Magnificent views over the Don valley and the Guénouvry countryside.
The woods of Tréguély
4.34 mi
+141 ft
-148 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Guémené-Penfao (Loire-Atlantique)
A 7 km walk starting from the Chapelle des Lieux Saints in Tahun, Guénouvry, passing through several woods around Tréguély, with magnificent views over the Guénouvry countryside and Conquereuil.