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Cherves walks
The Abbey Farm
This hike is a shorter version of the one offered by the Deux Sèvres hiking website, which has the same name. You will follow small roads and country lanes near the Ruisseau du Magot Natura 2000 site.
Along the Dive between Moncontour and Sauzeau
A hike dominated by water, mostly along the various branches of the Dive river and in the shade of poplar trees.
The route was designed and marked out by the Loudunais Community of Communes and certified by the Vienne departmental committee of the FFRP (French Federation of Hiking and Rambling).
The Châteaux of Coussay and La Tour de Ry
A heritage hike in the countryside and woods of Haut Poitou with two Renaissance-style castles up close and a Romanesque church.
Route designed and marked by the Vienne departmental committee of the FFRP.
Nature walk in Béruges
Short hike combining the two "Nature Walks" in Béruges offered by the Greater Poitiers Urban Community.
The cliffs of Beauvoir
Short hike through woods and fields in the Auxance valley.
Ménigoute Photo Exhibition 2022
For the second year running, the International Ornithological Film Festival is hosting an outdoor exhibition along the paths around the village of Ménigoute. Set off to explore the small sunken paths that surround the village. Fifty photos are spread over a 2.9 km route through the bocage. Pollarded trees, streams, meadows and hedges will surround you along the way. Follow the arrows!
Be sure to wear suitable footwear and clothing.
From La Vonne to Bois Pouvreau to Ménigoute
Ménigoute has become famous worldwide thanks to FIFO, the ornithological film festival, the38th edition of which took place in late October/early November 2022. The hike (inspired by a hike posted on the Saint-Martin Loisirs association website) follows theGR®®364trail along steep, sometimes narrow paths. You have to use the road, first the D21 (for 900 m) and then the D58 (for 600 m), where you should take care.
Ménigoute and the granite region
A short hike near Ménigoute, with beautiful monuments such as the Gothic Boucard Chapel and the Château de Montifault, which also offers beautiful landscapes thanks in particular to the chirons (the local name for granite boulders).
Autour de Jazeneuil
Petite randonnée au départ de Jazeneuil avec des paysage variés, des parties dégagées, des chemins creux à faire en toutes saisons pour découvrir châteaux, maisons médiéval, fontaines.
Parcours autour de Clavé
Ce parcours comporte des chemins variés, assez peu de route.
Il est à faire plutôt en été, automne (chemins assez humides).
Il faut soit des poneys aguerris, soit être prêt à quitter sa monture pour lui montrer le passage en 2 ou 3 endroits.
Il n'y a qu'1 ou 2 chemins où le galop est possible.
Beaucoup de pas, du trot de temps à autre.
À éviter les après-midis en week-end du fait de la présence de piétons autour du lac à Clavé.
Poitiers through its monuments
This is a fun little hike to discover Poitiers through its monuments. The duration and distance of your route will vary depending on how curious you are. Feel free to leave the initial route temporarily to explore a monument and then resume your walk. If you are curious, the walk can be much longer. Note that a bus line (2A or 2B) will take you back to your starting point and destination.
The Church of Prinçay and the Château de la Roche du Maine
A short hike mainly through fields, discovering a beautiful Romanesque church (later remodelled) and a beautiful Renaissance castle. There are a few views of the countryside.
Poitiers city centre and hills
This urban route offers an unusual way to discover Poitiers through its ancient streets and hillside neighbourhoods. It allows you to admire Saint-Pierre Cathedral, Notre-Dame-la-Grande and Saint-Jean Baptistery, while offering beautiful panoramic views of the city. The route includes stairs and steep streets, requiring a good level of fitness.
The Clain Valley in Saint-Benoît
Walk between rivers, forest and urban areas.
Route developed by the Vienne department.
The Miosson Valley in Saint-Benoît
Short hike through woods and rural residential areas, with a few blackberries along the way in season.
Circular Touche Poupard in Saint-Georges-de-Noisné
This is an easy route that runs along the right bank of the Touche Poupard reservoir, crosses a few small streams that partially feed the dam, and passes through a few hamlets in Saint-Georges-de-Noisné. Part of the GRP® des Marches de Gâtine and GR®364 trails are used. Waterproof walking shoes with good gripping soles are recommended in case of recent rainfall.
The Mélusine trail in Lusignan
Mostly a forest walk, with a visit to the town centre of Lusignan.
Circular around the Benedictine Abbey of Sainte-Croix
A hike around the Benedictine Abbey of Sainte-Croix, exploring nature between the Miosson stream and the Fontarnaud woods. An easy route along dirt tracks, marked trails and short sections of paved local roads. Passes close to the Fontaine de Flée fountain.
Long circular loop east of Sainte-Croix Abbey
Hike around Sainte-Croix Abbey, near Poitiers, on roads, paths and trails, through forests, countryside, fields and meadows, around the Miosson stream. A whole bucolic world to discover alone, with family or friends.
Moderator update on 21/09/2020: The car park at the start of this hike is now closed
From the Pont de la Reine Blanche to the Donjon de Curçay-sur-Dive
Starting from a Gallo-Roman bridge, enjoy a pleasant walk along the Canal de la Dive, a beautiful old church, a keep, a vineyard conservatory and a passage through the woods.
Most of the route was designed and marked out by the Loudunais Community of Communes and certified by the Vienne departmental committee of the FFRP (French Federation of Hiking and Rambling).
Circuit des Bois de Saint-Pierre
A gentle walk, a varied route through countryside and forest.
Rivers Route starting from Smarves
A walk through varied environments, with no particular difficulty.
Route of the Communauté de Communes des Vallées du Clain.
Pressoir and Thouet valleys from Sainte-Radegonde
Route passing through the Vallée du Pressoir (classified as a Natura 2000 site since March 2025) then the left bank of the Thouet valley from Pommiers to Sainte-Radegonde. Pass through Saint-Jacques-de-Thouars on the left bank of the Thouet, then Saint-Jean-de-Thouars, the Cirque de Missé and return to Thouars on the right bank of the Thouet via the GR®36. The hike also offers views of the town of Thouars, with its historic monuments and rich heritage.
Left bank of the Thouet from Sainte-Radegonde to Missé
Leaving Sainte-Radegonde, you will discover the Pressoir valley, newly classified as a Natura 2000 nature reserve, then the west and south facades of Thouars, located on the promontory with the Thouet river flowing at its feet. Next, pass through Saint-Jean-de-Thouars, which overlooks the Thouet valley, the fortifications, the castle on its rocky spur, and the three large and remarkable natural meanders: Saint-Jean, Le Châtellier and Missé. Enjoy the superb valley and then enter Thouars at the foot of the castle ramparts.
Loop between Faye-la-Vineuse and La Belle Indienne
A hike mainly through fields, with two beautiful heritage sites, the Collegiate Church of Saint-Georges (12th century) at the start and a dovecote a little over halfway along the route. There are some beautiful views along the way.
Vallée du Pressoir and Cascade de Pommiers
The Ruisseau du Pressoir stream flows through a narrow, deep valley marked by the Cascade de Pommiers waterfall. Some steep slopes overlooking the stream from a height of around 40 metres make this wild and picturesque valley a unique natural environment in the Thouarsais region.
Circular no. 6 Danlot - Jouarenne - Le Roseau from Vivonne
Circular north of Vivonne around the Clain river, with beautiful scenery.
Passing through Gué aux Moines
A short walk, mostly in the forest, on the edge of the Parc de Richelieu and alongside the Veude river.
The Brangeard Valley
A bucolic route with some elevation, partly following the paths marked out by the municipality around the Brangeard, Marcusson and Musson rivers. Some sections are steep and others may be flooded depending on the season.