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Cholet walks
Carteron Park and Lake Ribou
Visorando Member 
6.33 mi
+249 ft
-253 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Cholet (Maine-et-Loire)
A pleasant walk from the Pont du Carteron to Lac de Ribou, following the Moine, the motorway and the campsite. Return via the dam.
Ribou'cle du Lac de Ribou
Visorando Member 
6.51 mi
+246 ft
-246 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Cholet (Maine-et-Loire)
This hike is not particularly difficult, except for some very wet sections (at the bottom of the fields) in winter. The route is easy to follow, mostly along the edge of the lake.
The Three Streams Trail around Saint-Léger-sous-Cholet
Visorando Member 
6.88 mi
+79 ft
-79 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Léger-sous-Cholet (Maine-et-Loire)
Pleasant circular route around Saint-Léger-sous-Cholet that takes you past three streams.
This route can be done by mountain bike as there are good sections of road and the other paths aren’t too narrow.
Moulins des Mauges
Visorando Member 3.50 mi
+148 ft
-148 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from La Séguinière (Maine-et-Loire)
Discover the Moine, a calm river that winds through a green landscape. It is hard to believe today that it was once the most polluted river in France. On the route: a water mill, a windmill, a stream, a tributary of the Moine, and a botanical trail.
A circular route starting from the Verdon dam in Cholet
Visorando Member 
5.57 mi
+108 ft
-112 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Maulévrier (Maine-et-Loire)
An easy walk through the countryside and along the shores of Lac du Verdon. A good warm-up before walking around the lake.
La Bouëre de l'Èvre in May-sur-Èvre
Visorando Member 
7.90 mi
+167 ft
-164 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Le May-sur-Èvre (Maine-et-Loire)
The Èvre, the river that flows through the Mauges region before joining the Loire near Saint-Florent-le-Vieil, provides a pleasant setting for walks through vibrant farmland.
La Bouëre de l'Èvre is a lovely lake that has been developed for leisure and fishing; it is accessible on foot from the village, about 800m away.
The Grand Tour of Trémentines along the Èvre
Visorando Member 
9.81 mi
+279 ft
-256 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Trémentines (Maine-et-Loire)
A long walk around Trémentines, along the Èvre, starting with the Sentier Végétal de l'Èvre, then along paths and small roads that wind around farms, fields and properties, ending with the streets, alleys and cul-de-sacs of Trémentines.
Walk along the River Èvre from the Étang de Trémentines
Visorando Member 
5.04 mi
+148 ft
-138 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Trémentines (Maine-et-Loire)
Walk in and around Trémentines from the hamlet of L’Étang: head down towards the Old Bridge, then follow the meandering course of the River Èvre, go round the ruins of Château de la Forêterie and return via the Étang de la Florancière.
Gazeau Mill, following the Sèvre Nantaise from St-Hilaire-de-Mortagne
Visorando Member 6.48 mi
+397 ft
-400 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Mortagne-sur-Sèvre (Vendée)
An easy walk. A mix of small roads, tracks and various paths.
Fairly shaded: the Chemin du Port is very pleasant.
Warning! The proximity of the Sèvre Nantaise stream means this walk may be difficult or even impossible during periods of high water or flooding.
Around Sèvremoine
Visorando Member 
19.92 mi
+407 ft
-427 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges (Maine-et-Loire)
A beautiful loop, passing by two beautiful bodies of water, around Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges and Saint-André-de-la-Marche, forming the commune of Sèvremoine, alternating between main roads (very few), small roads, dirt tracks for tractors, and a few footpaths.
Circular route around the two ponds starting from Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges
Tourist office 
8.49 mi
+167 ft
-144 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges (Maine-et-Loire)
A lovely walk featuring stream crossings and passing by large bodies of water such as the Étang de Green Cross. You’ll have the chance to discover the largest standing stone in Anjou. On site, you’ll find the legends surrounding this imposing menhir, explained on information panels.
Walk along the Sèvre in Saint-Laurent
Visorando Member 
5.15 mi
+285 ft
-289 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-sur-Sèvre (Vendée)
The banks of the Sèvre Nantaise between the Bois de la Barbinière and the Moulin Guy
The Bois de la Barbinière from Rochard
Visorando Member 
5.86 mi
+315 ft
-289 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from La Verrie (Vendée)
Rochard is a tourist village located in the commune of Mortagne-sur-Sèvre. The village has picnic areas and is crossed by the Sèvre river.
Walk along the Èvre
Visorando Member 14.44 mi
+522 ft
-515 ft
1h 43
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Georges-des-Gardes (Maine-et-Loire)
A large part of the route is in the woods, well shaded and very pleasant in strong sunlight, with one section to be done on foot (stairs and very steep slope).
Castle, pond and manor house in Andrezé
Tourist office 
7.93 mi
+177 ft
-207 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Andrezé (Maine-et-Loire)
A pleasant route through the Andrezé countryside, allowing you to discover the Étang de la Couderaie, the ruins of the Château des Hayes Gasselin and the Manoir de la Chaperonnière.
Bellefontaine Abbey and the Chemin des Canons in Andrezé
Tourist office 
7.06 mi
+387 ft
-358 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Andrezé (Maine-et-Loire)
This hike will allow you to discover the most beautiful aspects of the Mauges landscape while exploring places steeped in history. The first part of the trail takes you on a bucolic walk along the Beuvron River to the Château de la Morinière.
Next, you will head to a place that is the stuff of dreams for any lover of Vendée history, a sunken path straight out of the stories of the Vendée wars: the "Chemin des Canons" (Cannon Path) used by the Republicans.
La Glaise and the ponds
Visorando Member 
8.48 mi
+1,302 ft
-1,476 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Vezins (Maine-et-Loire)
This loop will take you past countless (private) ponds, mostly through woodland. As its name suggests, the path can be muddy, especially in wet weather.This hike is best done in summer, when the paths are shaded and less muddy.There are many variations that allow you to shorten the loop.
Circular from Saint-Aubin-des-Ormeaux to Mortagne-Sur-Sèvre
Visorando Member 
10.38 mi
+495 ft
-525 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Aubin-des-Ormeaux (Vendée)
This hike begins with a series of small roads with no traffic and paths to Mortagne-Sur-Sèvre, then returns along the Sèvre river as much as possible, i.e. almost all the time, except at the end to return to the starting point.
Around the sanctuary in Saint-Georges-des-Gardes
Tourist office 
7.15 mi
+410 ft
-427 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Georges-des-Gardes (Maine-et-Loire)
Decipher the Chemillois landscape from the Toit de l'Anjou, before letting yourself be enchanted by the mystical atmosphere of the Sanctuaire des Gardes.
Discover the unmissable Planche Grelet and the Jardin des Chirons along the route.
Around the oak trees in Saint-Philbert-en-Mauges
Tourist office 
6.07 mi
+95 ft
-98 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Philbert-en-Mauges (Maine-et-Loire)
The "Autour des Chênes" trail lives up to its name because, right from the start, you will see an arboretum of oak trees from around the world. You will have the opportunity to discover very pleasant tree-lined paths with passages through woods where you will find some educational games. The gentle and peaceful atmosphere of the woods, accompanied by birdsong, is sure to charm you.
On the paths of Le Temple
Visorando Member 8.14 mi
+420 ft
-413 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Mauléon (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk along small roads and paths through hedgerows, by the river and through woodland.
Walk in Mallievre
Visorando Member 4.73 mi
+289 ft
-272 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Mallièvre (Vendée)
Superb walk along paths beside the Sèvre Nantaise, which you cross via two unusual crossings, and visit the pretty village of Mallièvre.
Èvre and Calvary in La Chapelle-du-Genêt
Tourist office 
6.95 mi
+381 ft
-387 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-du-Genêt (Maine-et-Loire)
You will discover a route through the agricultural and hilly landscape of the village of La Chapelle-du-Genêt. Accompanied by birdsong, you can soak up the tranquillity of this commune. The open paths and hedgerows, dotted with pollarded trees, offer views of the agricultural countryside of the Mauges, crossed by the meandering Èvre river.
Le Moulin Neuf in Beaupréau
Tourist office 
4.08 mi
+256 ft
-285 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Beaupréau (Maine-et-Loire)
On small rural roads and numerous farm tracks, you will discover landscapes alternating between panoramic views and wooded valleys. This two-sided route allows you to start by travelling along small roads offering wide panoramic views of the Maugeoise countryside.The hike then takes you to the Èvre river. You can admire the winding course of the water through the fields and rocky hillsides.
In the footsteps of the Petit-Anjou (historic train)
Visorando Member 
5.29 mi
+167 ft
-98 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Beaupréau (Maine-et-Loire)
New walk: In the footsteps of the Petit-Anjou (historic train), created by the municipality of Beaupréau.
Route starting from the former Beaupréau station, now Place du 8 Mai, towards La Chabossière
Route des Croix in Melay
Tourist office 
11.27 mi
+236 ft
-243 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Melay (Maine-et-Loire)
Take a stroll to explore the small town of Melay; you’ll pass through the Jardin du Curé and the ruins of the Saint-Martin Collegiate Church, which is steeped in history, and halfway along the route, enjoy a relaxing break at the Étang de Coulvée in Chemillé.