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Cens (rivière) walks
Cens, Erdre and Gesvres, three streams of Nantes
Visorando Member
4.02 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Nantes (Loire-Atlantique)
An easy hike along three streams: le Cens, l'Erdre, and le Gesvres. Nature within the town of Nantes.
Bon Garand to La Haymionière loop
8.20 mi
+66 ft
-69 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Sautron (Loire-Atlantique)
This hike starts and ends at the Bon Garand Chapel in the commune of Sautron but mainly takes place in the commune of Vigneux. It alternates between farm tracks in the countryside and wooded passages, and passes through several typical hamlets with some very beautiful buildings.
Sautron and the Cens
5.84 mi
+213 ft
-210 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Sautron (Loire-Atlantique)
A lovely little route along the Cens and through the countryside around Sautron.
Between Cens, Gesvres and Erdre for a visit to stream
7.16 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Nantes (Loire-Atlantique)
Semi-urban hike along three rivers that wind through Stream: the Cens, the Gesvres and the Erdre. The crossing over the Beaujoire bridge may be uncomfortable for people who are afraid of heights or have vertigo (especially on the stairs).
Route de Sévigné from La Paquelais
9.29 mi
+269 ft
-295 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Vigneux-de-Bretagne (Loire-Atlantique)
This hike will allow you to walk in the heart of nature. A succession of beautiful paths, a little tarmac here and there, but beautiful countryside landscapes everywhere.
Cens, Chézine, Erdre and Loire for a great discovery of Nantes
18.69 mi
+367 ft
-367 ft
5 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Nantes (Loire-Atlantique)
This large circular hike will allow you to discover Nantes by following four of its streams. The vast majority of this hike takes place in the woods, along the water's edge, and passes through several parks that are well known to Nantes residents. In the urban section, you will discover the city's historical treasures, its castle, its cathedral, and some of the most iconic sites of Nantes culture.
Les Hauts d'Orvault
8.30 mi
+331 ft
-331 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Orvault (Loire-Atlantique)
Hike starting from Orvault church, passing through Le Loret, Château de la Tour, Le Petit Aunay, La Retardière and Beau Soleil.
From La Chézine to Le Cens via Bongarand
Association / Club / Walk leader11.42 mi
+410 ft
-384 ft
2.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Sautron (Loire-Atlantique)
The tour of the commune of Sautron, starting from the Chézine Valley, will take you to the Cens Valley, via theGR®3and the Bongarand chapel (halfway along the route, ideal for a break). You will cross several fords.
Chapel and manor houses around Sautron
9.33 mi
+249 ft
-266 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Sautron (Loire-Atlantique)
Starting from the chapel of Bongarant, a treasure of Sautron’s heritage, a route that winds through the countryside and reveals the riches of the parish.
Place d’Auteuil, Bois Raguenet, Château de la Tour, Cens Valley, Orvault
9.78 mi
+305 ft
-305 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Orvault (Loire-Atlantique)
A lovely walk that takes you through the Bois Raguenet park with its splendid trees, on a pleasant country stroll to the Château de la Tour, and back along the Cens Valley.