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Fleix walks
Around Fleix
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4.98 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Fleix (Vienne)
This route, starting from the charming little village of Fleix, will take you through the beautiful countryside near the town of Chauvigny, where the rail bike runs along the former railway line within the town. You’ll follow part of the old Roman road and will also be close to the Mareuil State Forest.
Château des Groges and panoramic views of the castles of Chauvigny
4.35 mi
+213 ft
-213 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Chauvigny (Vienne)
A pleasant walk that takes you past the Château des Groges and offers fine views of the castles of Chauvigny: the Château des Évêques, the Château d’Harcourt, the ruins of the Château de Montléon, the Donjon de Gouzon and the Tour de Flins.
The White Cross route and a ride on the rail bike in Chauvigny
2.11 mi
+177 ft
-151 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Chauvigny (Vienne)
A short, pleasant walk that allows you to explore the town of Chauvigny and offers a lovely panoramic view from the viaduct: the upper town, the lower town with the road bridge over the Vienne and the surrounding hillsides, and the ring-road bridge. The walk follows part of the rail bike route.
Medieval town of Chauvigny
4.24 mi
+223 ft
-197 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Chauvigny (Vienne)
A stroll around the area and through Chauvigny, following the River Vienne to the church of Saint-Pierre-les-Églises, set slightly apart, which preserves frescoes dating from before the year 1000. We return to the medieval centre of the town, which overlooks the River Vienne, passing by its medieval towers, its castle and the12th-century Saint-Pierre Collegiate Church with its painted interior.
Le Breuil - Gibraltar to Chauvigny route
3.64 mi
+135 ft
-164 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Chauvigny (Vienne)
A pleasant little walk, mostly in the shade. But towards the end, the path is very open, so don’t forget a hat or cap in sunny weather!
Abbey and Gartempe in Saint-Savin
5.92 mi
+141 ft
-157 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Savin (Vienne) (Vienne)
This walk allows you to discover the village of Saint-Savin and the Gartempe valley. Beautiful views of the abbey. The abbey is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
This hike follows the marked trails "La vigne aux moines" (yellow markings).
Route des étangs starting from La Puye
3.52 mi
+69 ft
-79 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from La Puye (Vienne)
The ponds route will allow you to stroll along the banks of two ponds in the commune of La Puye that are almost a thousand years old.During your walk, you’ll be able to see the water ram and view the Fontevrist monastery at La Puye from various angles; it is now the mother house of the Congregation of the Daughters of the Cross.
Valdivienne Planet Trail
15.65 mi
+568 ft
-571 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Valdivienne (Vienne)
A very diverse hike combining open areas, undergrowth, villages and architecture.It largely follows the planet trail created by the municipality of Valdivienne.
Beneath the ramparts of Touffou in Bonnes
3.72 mi
+187 ft
-180 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Bonnes (Vienne) (Vienne)
Undergrowth, fields, banks of the Vienne, ramparts of Touffou, arboretum... There is plenty of variety on this pleasant little route, which is best done in dry weather.
Le Gué de la Biche
9.34 mi
+653 ft
-656 ft
4h 50
Easy
Departure from Civaux (Vienne)
Hike alternating between different types of terrain: roads, paths, forest trails, offering beautiful views of the Vienne valley and the Civaux nuclear power plant.
The tour of Villemort
7.59 mi
+135 ft
-115 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Villemort (Vienne)
A easy route that circles the village of Villemort, passing by the Chökhor Ling monastic centre.
Morthemer Castle Circular Walk
5.89 mi
+381 ft
-397 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Valdivienne (Vienne)
A walk starting from the small village of La Chapelle Morthemer, with a lovely finish at Morthemer Castle, which is reached via a climb that is not very long but quite steep.
Circular route to the west of Archigny
7.37 mi
+453 ft
-456 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Archigny (Vienne)
Starting from the beautiful church in Archigny, this countryside route alternates between shaded paths and routes through the fields. At the end of the route, the ponds are the perfect spot for a rest.
Walk designed and signposted by the Grand Châtellerault Tourist Office.
Small-scale heritage sites around Archigny
Tourist office5.50 mi
+266 ft
-282 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Archigny (Vienne)
Several notable hamlets dot this route. The former Chavard dairy, established in the early 20th century, is now a residence for artists.
Between Gartempe and Anglin
7.82 mi
+289 ft
-269 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Maillé (Vienne)
A circular route that starts by following the Gartempe, mostly from a distance. You then head up its tributary, the Anglin, to reach the foot of the superb village of Angles-sur-l'Anglin. The return journey takes you through fields and woods.
Around Lhommaizé via Verrières
8.54 mi
+266 ft
-285 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Lhommaizé (Vienne)
Lhommaizé is a village set in pleasant, peaceful countryside, with a lovely castle.
Les Certeaux in Angles-sur-l'Anglin
4.04 mi
+246 ft
-217 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Angles-sur-l'Anglin (Vienne)
A hike not to be missed! Walking along the banks of the Anglin, you will discover the village from the lower town viewpoint, then find yourself on a wooded, bucolic path, ending up at the superb Château des Certeaux!
