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Fontgombault walks
Walk in Fontgombault, from the left bank to the right bank of the Creuse
Visorando Member 
7.42 mi
+210 ft
-180 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Fontgombault (Indre)
This very pleasant hike starts on the left bank of the Creuse River in Fontgombault. It takes you to the site of the Saint-Julien Chapel and its caves, which date back to the hermit Gombaud in the 11th century. The trail then runs along impressive limestone cliffs. After passing through the village of Le Village du Bois, you arrive at Lurais and its beach. You then cross to the right bank to reach Preuilly-la-Ville and the mysterious Bois des Dubes. Finally, you will discover the unmissable Fontgombault Abbey.
Between the cliffs and hillsides of the Anglin in Mérigny, Rocher de la Dube
Visorando Member 
7.32 mi
+472 ft
-459 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Mérigny (Indre)
The cliffs of the Anglin Valley, dominated by the Rocher de la Dube near Mérigny, set the scene for this route, which offers views of the limestone plateau and the river as it follows small paths lined with dry stone walls. Near Rives, you will also discover the Grotte du Rocher Saint-Berthomé, another remnant of the former limestone quarry used for the manufacture of sarcophagi, and the mysterious site of the old Moulin de Braud mill.
Les Certeaux in Angles-sur-l'Anglin
Tourist office 
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!
The Val d'Angles and the Chemin Vert in Angles-sur-l'Anglin
Visorando Member 
2.68 mi
+171 ft
-164 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Angles-sur-l'Anglin (Vienne)
A short walk through woods and fields.
Hike suggested by the Vienne General Council.
The Salleron valley near Concremiers
Visorando Member 
6.12 mi
+315 ft
-335 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Concremiers (Indre)
This walk in the Brenne Regional Nature Park will allow you to discover the Salleron valley near the village of Concremiers and the magnificent15th-century (private) Château de Forges, through a variety of bucolic landscapes.(This walk is not recommended during periods of heavy rain due to a ford: in such cases, follow the alternative route suggested in the "Practical Information" section)
Douadic Route: Le Suin, from limestone to clay
Visorando Member 
6.21 mi
+115 ft
-108 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Douadic (Indre)
This walk takes you along paths and small roads through the countryside surrounding Douadic, a village situated in the Brenne Regional Nature Park. Among other things, you’ll discover the Suin Valley and the Étang de la Hire.
From the Gartempe to the Anglin via the plateau at Vicq
Visorando Member 
7.00 mi
+203 ft
-200 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Vicq-sur-Gartempe (Vienne)
This pleasant hike takes you from the banks of the Gartempe to the outskirts of Angles-sur-l'Anglin via the plateau, passing by the superb Château de la Brosse.
Between Gartempe and Anglin
Visorando Member 
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.
Abbey and Gartempe in Saint-Savin
Visorando Member 
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).
The Rosnay ponds along the hedges
Visorando Member 
5.90 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Rosnay (Indre)
This walk takes you to several ponds around Rosnay, in the heart of the Brenne Regional Nature Park. The paths are often lined with hedges known as bouchures in this region.
On the trail of the pink castle from Bossay-sur-Claise
Local authority 
7.41 mi
+331 ft
-312 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bossay-sur-Claise (Indre-et-Loire)
Welcome to the third largest commune in Touraine: Bossay-sur-Claise. Its vast territory offers a beautiful diversity of landscapes, including fields, forests, clearings and valleys, with a pink castle as the highlight!
In the heart of Brenne: the Village du Temple and its ponds
Visorando Member 
5.79 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Rosnay (Indre)
A walk in the heart of Brenne and its ponds. The hike takes you past numerous ponds. Don't hesitate to take a detour to the Étang de la Gabrière and Étang de Gabriau ponds.
Route in Brenne at Bélâbre: water, earth, air and fire
Visorando Member 
5.59 mi
+276 ft
-256 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Bélâbre (Indre)
Bélâbre, situated in the Brenne Regional Nature Park in the Indre department, enjoyed a period of prosperity in the 19th century thanks to these four elements used in its tile works, potteries and forges. Earth for raw materials (clay and ore), water to wash and moisten them and to generate energy, air to dry the moulded clay, and fire for firing. This walk offers you the chance, amongst other things, to discover some remnants of this past.
The Blizon ponds
Visorando Member 
7.45 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Rosnay (Indre)
This is a figure-of-eight route starting from the hamlet of Le Blizon, along a wide path through the Brenne ponds. A pleasant walk, partly shaded and dotted with viewing points.
Circular Brenne in Saint-Michel-en-Brenne
Visorando Member 
9.21 mi
+85 ft
-85 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Michel-en-Brenne (Indre)
This walk near Saint-Michel-en-Brenne is a variation of route no. 60 proposed by the Brenne Regional Nature Park, entitled “Saint-Cyran-en-Brenne”.It follows small roads and paths, allowing you to discover, amongst other things, the Abbey of Saint-Cyran, built in the 7th century, and the bucolic, wooded landscapes of the Brenne, before leading to the Étang des Essarts observatory in the Chérine Reserve.
From Azay-le-Ferron Castle to Preuilly Forest
Visorando Member 
10.62 mi
+171 ft
-144 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Azay-le-Ferron (Indre)
This hike starts at the Renaissance castle of Azay-le-Ferron and takes you into the heart of the Preuilly forest. It offers some unexpected points of interest: a monument dedicated to the Resistance, a pond nestled in the undergrowth and glimpses of the Haute-Touche animal park.
Between fields and forests from the Bois des Chênes Froids
Tourist office 3.91 mi
+194 ft
-187 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Coussay-les-Bois (Vienne)
A short route to explore outside the village centre with beautiful passages through the undergrowth and lovely panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The village of Coussay-les-Bois is notable for its bell tower, which you can see after your walk.
Between Claise and the hillsides
Visorando Member 
5.67 mi
+276 ft
-256 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Chaumussay (Indre-et-Loire)
In the heart of the Claise valley, the village of Chaumussay boasts a beautiful built and natural heritage with its church,
waterways and wooded hillsides. This walk will allow you to discover the unspoilt riches of southern Touraine.
Magny circular in Lesigny
Tourist office 4.51 mi
+361 ft
-335 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Lésigny (Vienne) (Vienne)
A country walk awaits you with its pretty undergrowth, small bridges, a beautiful stream and magnificent views over the hillsides of Indre-et-Loire.
Route du Gué de la Reine to Mairé
Tourist office 3.92 mi
+390 ft
-384 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Mairé (Vienne)
An old port on the left bank of the Creuse, nestled on the border between Poitou and its neighbours Berry and Touraine.
This route offers the chance to discover vineyard huts, beautiful views over the Creuse valley and to cross the magnificent Gué de la Reine stream.