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Chouzé-sur-Loire walks
Around Chouzé-sur-Loire
Visorando Member
5.01 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Chouzé-sur-Loire (Indre-et-Loire)
Discover the varied landscapes of Chouzé-sur-Loire, from the banks of the Loire to the vineyards and country lanes.
Vineyards, streets and the banks of the Loire in Montsoreau and Candes-Saint-Martin
4.29 mi
+358 ft
-367 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Candes-Saint-Martin (Indre-et-Loire)
The walk starts from the peaceful ‘Panorama’ viewpoint in Candes, offering the chance to explore the two very popular tourist villages of Candes-Saint-Martin (Indre-et-Loire) and Montsoreau (Maine-et-Loire), passing through the vineyards on the hillsides before descending to the banks of the Loire, then strolling through the narrow streets lined with tuffeau stone houses. The route takes you past the Château de Montsoreau, dear to A. Dumas, and the Romanesque collegiate church of Saint-Martin in Candes.
Bourgueil Rose via the Lande de la Fosse Nourisson
Association / Club / Walk leader7.45 mi
+233 ft
-233 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bourgueil (Indre-et-Loire)
This walk will offer you panoramic views of Bourgueil and the surrounding area. You’ll pass through Chevrette and the iconic Moulin Bleu, before heading through the woods via Les Landes, the GR® de Pays Coteaux de Bourgueil trail and the Lande de la Fosse Nourrisson, before descending towards Beau Puy and Les Noues.
Bourgueil Rose by Les Noues
3.66 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Bourgueil (Indre-et-Loire)
This walk will offer you panoramic views of Bourgueil and the surrounding area. You’ll pass through La Villatte, Les Noues, Beau Puy and Chevrette.
A circular walk through the heart of the Bourgueil vineyards
4.79 mi
+230 ft
-226 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Bourgueil (Indre-et-Loire)
Surrounded by vineyards, Bourgueil offers an exceptional setting for lovers of wine, heritage and nature.
Discover our family trail starting from the Maison des Vins de Bourgueil (free parking).
We offer a 8km circular loop of signposted trails through the vineyards, suitable for all ages.
Finish with a visit to the Maison des Vins, where you can taste the appellation’s wines and/or grape juices.
From Montsoreau to Candes-Saint-Martin
2.18 mi
+184 ft
-171 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Montsoreau (Maine-et-Loire)
Montsoreau and Candes-Saint-Martin are two villages that form a single settlement. They transcend regional boundaries, as the Loire and the hillside unite them.This route allows you to discover the terraced white houses along the river and the confluence with the Vienne.A walk best taken at sunrise to fully enjoy the light on the facades.
Please note: a recent update (June 2026) indicates a disruption to the route due to a landslide, likely above Candes-St-Martin (to be confirmed).
The village of Montsoreau and its castle between the Loire and troglodyte dwellings
Tourist office
9.98 mi
+400 ft
-410 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Montsoreau (Maine-et-Loire)
A scenic route showcasing the various attractions of the Saumur region: the River Loire, cave dwellings, and vineyards alternating with wooded and wetland areas.
Please note: the path is impassable in the event of flooding of the Loire and/or heavy rainfall.
The circular Fontevraud Abbey starting from Montsoreau
10.11 mi
+614 ft
-594 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Montsoreau (Maine-et-Loire)
A superb circular hike allowing you to discover Montsoreau, Fontrevaud and Candes-Saint-Martin in their natural setting and localities located in remarkable sites. The circular hike is done anti-clockwise on the hillside to enjoy a pleasant route through the woods and panoramic views of the right bank of the Loire.
Turquant - Fontevraud
14.67 mi
+659 ft
-659 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Turquant (Maine-et-Loire)
Between the Loire and the hillsides, explore some of the most beautiful villages in France. Turquant, an exceptional troglodyte site on the Saumur hillside; Montsoreau and its château, one of the most beautiful villages in France and a ‘petite cité de caractère’; Fontevraud and its royal abbey; the confluence of the Loire and the Vienne; and the superb panorama at Candes-Saint-Martin.
Route Turquant – Fontevraud Tour
14.73 mi
+518 ft
-522 ft
2.5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Turquant (Maine-et-Loire)
Nestled between the Loire and the hillsides, explore some of the most beautiful villages in France. Turquant, an exceptional troglodyte site on the Saumur hillside; Montsoreau and its château, one of the most beautiful villages in France and a ‘petite cité de caractère’; Fontevraud and its Royal Abbey; the confluence of the Loire and the Vienne rivers; and the superb panoramic view at Candes-Saint-Martin.
The Great Forest and the Royal Abbey of Fontevraud
5.47 mi
+285 ft
-305 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Fontevraud-l'Abbaye (Maine-et-Loire)
This hike combines nature and heritage and offers a pleasant walk through the forest and countryside. It is best done before or after a visit to the abbey, which is a major Romanesque site.
Between the Loire and the hillsides in Parnay
7.42 mi
+289 ft
-282 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Parnay (Maine-et-Loire) (Maine-et-Loire)
A hilly route combining the Loire, vineyards, woodland and cave dwellings.
Please note! A section along the banks of the Loire may be impassable in the event of flooding. Take care during the hunting season.
The forest of our ancestors
4.64 mi
+259 ft
-259 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Brain-sur-Allonnes (Maine-et-Loire)
A route through the paths of the Bois de la Cave Peinte. It’s also a chance to stroll near an archaeological site. Situated between Saumur and Bourgueil, on the edge of a large forest, Brain-sur-Allonnes has unearthed some treasures from its archaeological heritage. Renowned for silkworm farming in the 19th century, the village now focuses on market gardening.
Western slopes of Cinais, Lerné and Seuilly
11.34 mi
+568 ft
-548 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Cinais (Indre-et-Loire)
A circular route through the western valleys of the Cinais region, offering panoramic views of the Loire-Anjou-Touraine region, the Musée de la Devinière (Rabelais’s birthplace), Seuilly Abbey, Roman ruins (an oppidum and a camp), and the chance to enjoy numerous woodlands with a variety of tree species.
Discover Chinon
4.38 mi
+243 ft
-236 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Chinon (Indre-et-Loire)
This route allows you to discover the beautiful architectural heritage of Chinon, as well as the banks of the Vienne, the Île de Tours, the troglodyte dwellings on the hillsides and a foray into the vineyards that also contribute to the reputation of this charming little town.
Hillsides, troglodyte dwellings, vineyards and river in Chinon
4.48 mi
+279 ft
-292 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Chinon (Indre-et-Loire)
This beautiful and varied route takes you past a hillside of troglodyte houses, through some of the most beautiful plots of the Chinon vineyards - Le Clos de l'Olive, Le Clos Guillot, Le Chêne Vert, Le Coteau de Noiré - and back through the woods along a small stream that flows into the Vienne.