Cheviré-le-Rouge walks

Starting from Échemiré, a partner municipality of Baugé-en-Anjou, you’ll head towards Cheviré-le-Rouge via the Menhir du Coq and through beautiful forests, before returning to your starting point – almost due south – along lovely footpaths and small country lanes.

Bazouges Castle and the countryside: stroll through fields, orchards and woodland along quiet country lanes or dirt tracks.

A walk along the shores of the Lacs de la Monnerie, Lac des Pêcheurs, Lacs des Oiseaux, the banks of the River Loir and near the Moulin de la Bruyère and its dam. A nature route that allows you to enjoy the countryside and access the start of numerous footpaths.

Numerous undergrowth areas and farm tracks make this a pleasant and peaceful walk. Follow the blue signs throughout the route.

Don’t miss the chance to explore this part of the Maine-et-Loire department – it’s full of charm!

A bit of history: the story of Rouget the Poacher began in 1854. A poacher who defied the imperial gendarmes, he one day wounded one of them by shooting him. Rouget was then hunted down by the imperial forces. Hidden in the village and the surrounding woods by locals devoted to his cause, he was betrayed by his own cousin before being brought to trial. Sentenced to life imprisonment with hard labour in French Guiana, he died there in 1858.

Welcome to Soucelles, where you can discover the rich heritage of this part of Anjou on foot: the banks of the Loir with La Roche Foulques and its chapel, the Soucelles Forest and its 300-year-old chestnut tree, and the lower valleys of Anjou via the Grande Prairie, the first clandestine airport during the Second World War.Please note: during periods of high water, the banks of the Loir and the Grande Prairie are impassable or even flooded. It is possible to follow a departmental road, but the route loses much of its interest.

Set off on a circular walk between the banks of the Loir, the forest and the countryside to discover the lower valleys of Anjou. Accessible to all, this route takes you through lush green countryside and discreet heritage sites, following the tracks of an old railway line.

This hike in the heart of the Basses Vallées Angevines offers an immersion in the unspoilt landscapes of the Basses Vallées Angevines. The route, approximately 12 km long, invites you to discover the natural and heritage riches of the banks of the Loir (Engrenage-Moulin, Museum-castle, Fontaine de Craon, etc.). Between shady forest paths, poplar groves and trails along the river, the gently sloping walk is almost entirely on footpaths, cycle paths and bridleways.

Le Circuit des Évêques vous invite à découvrir le charme du bourg de Villevêque, ancienne résidence d'été des évêques d'Angers, nichée au cœur des Basses Vallées Angevines. Cette boucle facile et accessible à tous alterne entre patrimoine bâti, sentiers urbains et chemins de campagne.Au fil de la promenade, vous passerez devant l’église, le musée-château de Villevêque, la bibliothèque, mais aussi à travers des parcs, chemins piétons arborés et quartiers résidentiels calmes. Idéal pour une balade en famille, ce circuit offre un bel aperçu du cadre de vie naturel et historique de la commune. Tout au long du Circuit des Évêques, vous trouverez une signalétique historique permettant d'en apprendre plus sur l'histoire de la commune.

A journey into a lush green setting, on the banks of the Loir, awaits you. Starting from the Moulin de Villevêque, head into the heart of the Basses Vallées Angevines and follow the River Loir. Depending on the season, you may spot our famous goganes or hear the call of the corncrake. This walk offers the chance to discover a variety of heritage sites: a mill, a castle, chapels, a wash house, and more. 

On the banks of the Loir, Rives-du-Loir-en-Anjou – a charming village with a rich heritage and landscapes that evoke the gentle charm of the Anjou region – is the ideal setting for a family walk. After following the banks of the Loir to the east of Villevêque, the route heads inland to follow the route of the former Angers–La Flèche railway line.

A short family walk along paths, through the forest and along roads. The countryside with its forests, meadows and farms.

This charming village is the starting point for a nature walk through unspoilt countryside with wooded hills and dotted with heritage sites.

This undeniably charming route (marked with brown rectangles) offers magnificent views along the Loir River, including the fortified mill of Mervé, the façade of Gallerande Castle, the village of Pringé with its church (frescoes), its manor house reflected in the lake below, and its wash house. At the end of the route, the Church of St-Martin de Luché and the former Priory bring the walk to a close. All these highlights make up for the sometimes slightly monotonous sections, which nevertheless offer some beautiful panoramic views.

This easy route will allow you to explore the varied landscapes around Saint-Rémy-la-Varenne. It alternates between open countryside and woodland along paths and roads with very little traffic. This route follows a Yellow route, then the GR®3 before branching off from it. During high water, the path along the Loire may be inaccessible.

A beautiful walk in the Anjou region on the slopes of the Loire. This hike takes you through woods and vineyards and offers superb views of the Loire.

This route will take you through the Malicorne countryside, then introduce you to the architectural heritage of this small town. Owned by local lords, the mills of Malicorne passed into the hands of Jean Loyseau around 1747, who founded the first earthenware factory.

A hike through varied landscapes: overlooking the Loire, vineyards, orchards, fields and forests, all between two villages steeped in history.

Megaliths, priory, chapel, church, sailors' houses; the history of Thoureil can be discovered through its buildings and landscapes, linked in their history by the Loire. Hilly route.

A beautiful walk through the vineyards where you can see two splendid dolmens and numerous troglodyte dwellings.

A family-friendly route to explore the banks of the Loire. You can extend your route with a heritage trail that will take you to the village’s most iconic spots. Please note! The path along the banks of the Loire is impassable during periods of high water.

An easy route that allows you to discover a rich and varied heritage while walking along the Sarthe river.

This route allows you to discover the remains of human activity scattered throughout the Anjou countryside (dolmens, menhirs, wash houses, mills, priories), as well as numerous troglodytic constructions of varying sizes.

Perched atop its hill, at an altitude of over 100 metres, Blou bears the marks of its age and invites visitors to remember that it was one of the first inhabited settlements in Anjou. Further down the valley, the River Suzon winds its way through Neuillé, a village with equally timeless charm. All around, woods, fields and market gardens serve as a reminder that this is a rural area where life is peaceful.

This walk, mainly along small roads, begins at the charming Priory of Saint-Georges-des-Sept-Voies, set in beautiful green surroundings. You will then see a fine example of a Bollée wind turbine and finally be able to visit the Hélice Terrestre de l’Orbière, a monumental sculpture in a troglodytic site.

Walk around the village of Coutures, passing through farmland and vineyards that change constantly with the seasons. There are numerous views of Montasabert Castle and the agricultural plain, which is dominated – particularly in May and June – by artichoke fields. The route follows almost entirely along dry, stony paths.

The brand-new Mazerits route in Saint-Denis-d’Anjou will take you on a tour of the countryside around this charming village, which has been awarded the ‘Petite Cité de Caractère’ label.

The Mottes route in Saint-Denis-d'Anjou will take you on a tour of this charming little town, its market halls, its church and the countryside of Haut-Anjou.

The Sarthe gave its name to our department. This route between Sablé-sur-Sarthe and Solesmes will allow you to walk along the river on the towpath and offer you beautiful views.

If you are staying in Sablé-sur-Sarthe for a few days, take a morning to enjoy the scenery along the Sarthe river and discover the château, viaduct, locks and abbey.

A lovely walk around the village of Saint-Saturnin-sur-Loire with beautiful views of the river.

A short, very easy walk in the countryside around Saint-Denis-d'Anjou, starting from the pretty little church of Saint-Martin-Villenglose.

Explore the surroundings of Saint-Jean-des-Mauvrets, a small town with a population of 1,500. A pleasant little country stroll.

For nature lovers, enjoy this walk in the heart of a dense forest rich in biodiversity.

On the outskirts of Angers, discover the banks of the Loire, the vine-covered hillsides, the remains of the slate quarries and stroll through the hamlet of Martigneau with its traditional schist houses.

This bucolic hike allows you to admire the Loire up close. The wide paths are well suited to group hikes.

A beautiful walk through the vineyards around the Château de Brissac, which appears at numerous points along the route.