Route du Heron de Montigny-le-Gannelon

(S/E) At the entrance to the gravel pits, set off from the map display towards the mill. As you pass, enjoy the magnificent view of the castle.

(1) The mill and its lock will tell you the story of the River Loir. Continue straight on along the path.

(2) On the right, the dead-end path will take you down to the water’s edge. Turn left to continue the walk.

(3) When you reach the crossroads, turn right. The path bends sharply to the right.

(4) At the next junction, turn left and then carry on straight ahead, walking round the lake. You’ll pass behind the François Rabelais secondary school and behind the Trois Rivières water sports centre.

(5) At the junction, turn right to continue along the lake. You’ll pass just behind the Vorwerk Semco factory.

(6) At the next junction, turn left across the plain towards the woodland running alongside the gravel pit. Along the way, take full advantage of the view of the castle. The end of the path will bring you back to the starting point (S/E).

- No particular difficulty.
- Parking available at the starting point.