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Fomperron walks
Around Fomperron
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5.09 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Fomperron (Deux-Sèvres)
This walk takes place entirely within the commune of Fomperron. You’ll walk along sections of road (taking care) and pleasant, easy paths. You’ll pass through the village of Le Marchais with its wash house and walk alongside the Bois des Boules.
Ménigoute and the granite region
3.39 mi
+253 ft
-253 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Ménigoute (Deux-Sèvres)
A short hike near Ménigoute, with beautiful monuments such as the Gothic Boucard Chapel and the Château de Montifault, which also offers beautiful landscapes thanks in particular to the chirons (the local name for granite boulders).
From La Vonne to Bois Pouvreau to Ménigoute
6.64 mi
+243 ft
-246 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Ménigoute (Deux-Sèvres)
Ménigoute has become famous worldwide thanks to FIFO, the ornithological film festival, the38th edition of which took place in late October/early November 2022. The hike (inspired by a hike posted on the Saint-Martin Loisirs association website) follows theGR®®364trail along steep, sometimes narrow paths. You have to use the road, first the D21 (for 900 m) and then the D58 (for 600 m), where you should take care.
Ménigoute Photo Exhibition 2022
1.73 mi
+131 ft
-151 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Ménigoute (Deux-Sèvres)
For the second year running, the International Ornithological Film Festival is hosting an outdoor exhibition along the paths around the village of Ménigoute. Set off to explore the small sunken paths that surround the village. Fifty photos are spread over a 2.9 km route through the bocage. Pollarded trees, streams, meadows and hedges will surround you along the way. Follow the arrows!
Be sure to wear suitable footwear and clothing.
Circular Pommier starting from Lachereau
5.28 mi
+207 ft
-210 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Exireuil (Deux-Sèvres)
In the commune of Exireuil, this short route follows the eastern bank of the La Touche Poupard reservoir.Starting from the Lachereau sailing club car park, it partly follows the GR®364 trail, passes through the Bois de la Vergne and Bois de Chantoiseau woods, and joins the Clavé au Pommier road.
A glimpse of Lac de la Touche-Poupard from Lachereau
5.52 mi
+144 ft
-144 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Exireuil (Deux-Sèvres)
A very beautiful walk to discover a section ofthe GR® de Pays des Marches de Gâtine along Lac de la Touche Poupard. This route offers lovely views and magnificent scenery, made all the more enjoyable by the frequent sunshine.
Parcours autour de Clavé
7.31 mi
+427 ft
-436 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Clavé (Deux-Sèvres)
Ce parcours comporte des chemins variés, assez peu de route.
Il est à faire plutôt en été, automne (chemins assez humides).
Il faut soit des poneys aguerris, soit être prêt à quitter sa monture pour lui montrer le passage en 2 ou 3 endroits.
Il n'y a qu'1 ou 2 chemins où le galop est possible.
Beaucoup de pas, du trot de temps à autre.
À éviter les après-midis en week-end du fait de la présence de piétons autour du lac à Clavé.
Circular route of the Rabané and Renardière valleys
5.60 mi
+472 ft
-443 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Exireuil (Deux-Sèvres)
A peaceful hike in the countryside around Exiroise and Nanteuillaise. This circular hike, marked by the presence of several streams, takes you through villages, across a ford and past a 19th-century private cemetery.
The Puits d’Enfer in Exireuil
1.47 mi
+236 ft
-243 ft
0h 55
Moderate
Departure from Exireuil (Deux-Sèvres)
A short, hilly walk that’s very pleasant, especially in summer as the route is shaded.
The Soleil Levant lake from Clavé
4.08 mi
+141 ft
-148 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Clavé (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk around the Soleil Levant lake behind the Clavé dam bridge. The route follows both banks in turn along paths that are steep in places, offering lovely scenery and fine views of Lac de la Touche Poupard. The walk takes in a landscape information board, the Church of Notre-Dame de Clavé, the Gros Chêne fountain, old hamlets and the Clavé garden.
Around the Touche-Poupard reservoir
13.68 mi
+522 ft
-515 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Clavé (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk around the Touche-Poupard reservoir, presenting no difficulty other than its length. There are plenty of spots along the route where you can stop for a nice break.
Mont Alaric, Pallu and Ruisseau de Magnerolles starting from Nanteuil
4.80 mi
+318 ft
-292 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Nanteuil (Deux-Sèvres)
Short hike south-east of Nanteuil to explore the countryside. Go around Mont Alaric, pass through the hamlet of Pallu, then cross the Ruisseau de Magnerolles valley after the Bois de Fayes. Return via the Grandes Maisons and the Dolmen la Pierre Levée.
Circular Touche Poupard in Saint-Georges-de-Noisné
4.80 mi
+174 ft
-207 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Georges-de-Noisné (Deux-Sèvres)
This is an easy route that runs along the right bank of the Touche Poupard reservoir, crosses a few small streams that partially feed the dam, and passes through a few hamlets in Saint-Georges-de-Noisné. Part of the GRP® des Marches de Gâtine and GR®364 trails are used. Waterproof walking shoes with good gripping soles are recommended in case of recent rainfall.
Saint-Georges-de-Noisné circular via Soleil Levant
5.69 mi
+338 ft
-341 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Georges-de-Noisné (Deux-Sèvres)
This circular route takes you along the Soleil Levant lake, along theGR® 364 andGRP® des Marches de Gâtine footpaths, and to the village of Les Nénéens.
Puits d'Enfer from Saint-Maixent-l'École
5.65 mi
+400 ft
-374 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maixent-l'École (Deux-Sèvres)
This short 9 km circular loop will take you to the Puits d'Enfer site. This site is famous for its legend and is an area of ecological interest due to the presence of rare species. There you will discover a breathtaking view of the town of Saint-Maixent-L'École and its abbey church.
You will walk along country lanes and small roads. You will follow the railway line linking La Rochelle to Paris and the Ruisseau du Puits d'Enfer stream, which is sometimes dry in summer.
West of Pamproux
4.22 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Pamproux (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk to explore the village of Pamproux and its points of interest, such as the Chabanne wash house and fountain, traditional buildings and Saint-Maixent Church. The route stretches along the Pamproux stream, towards its source (which varies with the seasons), offers beautiful scenery on the western side of the village, and allows you to discover a local curiosity, the Moulin de Pouillet.
From La Croisée de Furigny to the rivers of Salles
7.77 mi
+322 ft
-328 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Salles (Deux-Sèvres) (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant and original walk around Salles. After passing through the countryside north of the village, this route allows you to explore the banks of the Pamproux along a very natural path via good grassy tracks not shown on the map. This route offers an insight into interesting built and natural heritage (wash houses, springs, old buildings, etc.).
Around Maixent-l'École and Azay-le-Brûlé
4.92 mi
+200 ft
-217 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Maixent-l'École (Deux-Sèvres)
This short hike takes place in two towns: Azay-le-Brûlé, between trails and dirt roads, not far from the shopping area, and Saint-Maixent-l'École, with decking along the Sèvre Niortaise river and in the town streets.
Walk along the banks of the Sèvre Niortaise
5.92 mi
+367 ft
-367 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Saint-Maixent (Deux-Sèvres)
A lovely hike near Saint-Maixent that allows you to discover the landscapes on either side of the Sèvre Niortaise. This route also allows you to discover beautiful traditional and modern architecture, wash houses and the splendour of nature in a fairly wild area.