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Chauvigny walks
The White Cross route and a ride on the rail bike in Chauvigny
Visorando Member
2.11 mi
+177 ft
-151 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Chauvigny (Vienne)
A short, pleasant walk that allows you to explore the town of Chauvigny and offers a lovely panoramic view from the viaduct: the upper town, the lower town with the road bridge over the Vienne and the surrounding hillsides, and the ring-road bridge. The walk follows part of the rail bike route.
Château des Groges and panoramic views of the castles of Chauvigny
4.35 mi
+213 ft
-213 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Chauvigny (Vienne)
A pleasant walk that takes you past the Château des Groges and offers fine views of the castles of Chauvigny: the Château des Évêques, the Château d’Harcourt, the ruins of the Château de Montléon, the Donjon de Gouzon and the Tour de Flins.
Medieval town of Chauvigny
4.24 mi
+223 ft
-197 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Chauvigny (Vienne)
A stroll around the area and through Chauvigny, following the River Vienne to the church of Saint-Pierre-les-Églises, set slightly apart, which preserves frescoes dating from before the year 1000. We return to the medieval centre of the town, which overlooks the River Vienne, passing by its medieval towers, its castle and the12th-century Saint-Pierre Collegiate Church with its painted interior.
Le Breuil - Gibraltar to Chauvigny route
3.64 mi
+135 ft
-164 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Chauvigny (Vienne)
A pleasant little walk, mostly in the shade. But towards the end, the path is very open, so don’t forget a hat or cap in sunny weather!
Sentier des Grippes in Chauvigny
5.34 mi
+177 ft
-167 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Chauvigny (Vienne)
A route that is partly shaded and partly exposed, winding through woods and fields. A few less picturesque sections near major roads. Several possible variations depending on your preference.
Adapted from a route developed by the Vienne Department.
Beneath the ramparts of Touffou in Bonnes
3.72 mi
+187 ft
-180 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Bonnes (Vienne) (Vienne)
Undergrowth, fields, banks of the Vienne, ramparts of Touffou, arboretum... There is plenty of variety on this pleasant little route, which is best done in dry weather.
Valdivienne Planet Trail
15.65 mi
+568 ft
-571 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Valdivienne (Vienne)
A very diverse hike combining open areas, undergrowth, villages and architecture.It largely follows the planet trail created by the municipality of Valdivienne.
Around Fleix
4.98 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Fleix (Vienne)
This route, starting from the charming little village of Fleix, will take you through the beautiful countryside near the town of Chauvigny, where the rail bike runs along the former railway line within the town. You’ll follow part of the old Roman road and will also be close to the Mareuil State Forest.
Morthemer Castle Circular Walk
5.89 mi
+381 ft
-397 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Valdivienne (Vienne)
A walk starting from the small village of La Chapelle Morthemer, with a lovely finish at Morthemer Castle, which is reached via a climb that is not very long but quite steep.
Route des étangs starting from La Puye
3.52 mi
+69 ft
-79 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from La Puye (Vienne)
The ponds route will allow you to stroll along the banks of two ponds in the commune of La Puye that are almost a thousand years old.During your walk, you’ll be able to see the water ram and view the Fontevrist monastery at La Puye from various angles; it is now the mother house of the Congregation of the Daughters of the Cross.
Circular route to the west of Archigny
7.37 mi
+453 ft
-456 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Archigny (Vienne)
Starting from the beautiful church in Archigny, this countryside route alternates between shaded paths and routes through the fields. At the end of the route, the ponds are the perfect spot for a rest.
Walk designed and signposted by the Grand Châtellerault Tourist Office.
Small-scale heritage sites around Archigny
Tourist office5.50 mi
+266 ft
-282 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Archigny (Vienne)
Several notable hamlets dot this route. The former Chavard dairy, established in the early 20th century, is now a residence for artists.
Le Gué de la Biche
9.34 mi
+653 ft
-656 ft
4h 50
Easy
Departure from Civaux (Vienne)
Hike alternating between different types of terrain: roads, paths, forest trails, offering beautiful views of the Vienne valley and the Civaux nuclear power plant.
Between Corniche and Pinail
6.46 mi
+417 ft
-436 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Bonneuil-Matours (Vienne)
This pretty hillside trail offers remarkable views over the Vienne valley.
This walk will delight lovers of nature outings.
In the Moulière forest
6.87 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Montamisé (Vienne)
A bucolic hike in the forest with very little road walking.
Tree lovers should not hesitate to bring a book or app to help them identify the different species.
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