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The Loire from La Chapelle-Saint-Mesmin
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4.89 mi
+66 ft
-75 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from La Chapelle-Saint-Mesmin (Loiret)
This walk, which runs like a balcony above the Loire, offers lovely views of the ‘royal river’, overlooked by Saint-Mesmin Church, built on the hillside, as well as of the Saint-Mesmin Nature Reserve, which protects a rich variety of flora and fauna.
From Pointe de Courpain to the mills of the Loiret
7.00 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pryvé-Saint-Mesmin (Loiret)
Located in the Saint-Mesmin nature reserve, at the confluence of the Loire and Loiret rivers, the Pointe de Courpain is known for its cool climate and exceptionally diverse wildlife. You will never tire of admiring the mills on the Loiret river as they change with the seasons.
Between Woodland and Orchards in Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Mesmin
8.39 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Mesmin (Loiret)
A walk from Saint-Hilaire to Saint-Mesmin where woodland and orchards lie side by side. A very pleasant route where the built environment blends perfectly with nature. The signposting isn’t particularly clear, and after several wrong turns and a few back-and-forths to find the right path, this route proves to be enjoyable.
Between the wild banks of the Loiret and the orchards of Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Mesmin
6.97 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Mesmin (Loiret)
The Loiret river conceals a few secrets hidden in the greenery. To see for yourself, simply follow the trail that runs along its left bank at Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Mesmin, upstream from where it meets the Loire.
Between the lake and the Loiret in Saint Pryvé
3.68 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pryvé-Saint-Mesmin (Loiret)
A lovely shaded walk where you can discover the mills lining the Loiret river and Lake Saint Pryvé. Several restaurants welcome you on the riverbank.
The Loire from Fourneaux to Saint-Ay, between the Rollin and the Mauve
5.61 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Chaingy (Loiret)
Nature and culture go hand in hand on the banks of the Loire, between Fourneaux-Plage and Saint-Ay. The landscapes of the Loire, both at water level and higher up, are so beautiful, sometimes breathtaking, that it is easy to understand why the bishops of Orléans and famous men of letters came here on holiday.
Moulins du Loiret from the Parc du Donjon
8.91 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Olivet (Loiret)
Well known to the people of Loiret, the charming, shaded walkway of the mills of the Loiret never fails to surprise those who discover it, a place shaped by milling activities that continued for centuries. It is an opportunity to enjoy the calm, cool waters of the river, explore the network of Olivet's narrow streets and appreciate the Donjon and Poutyl parks.
From Orléans to Meung-sur-Loire along the banks of the Loire and the Loiret
12.58 mi
+79 ft
-112 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Orléans (Loiret)
The route follows a quiet path running along the left bank of the Loire, as well as the banks of the Pie and the Loiret. It offers the chance to explore the Île de Saint-Pryvé-Saint-Mesmin nature reserve, home to numerous species of migratory and resident birds.
Circular route through vineyards and orchards around Mareau-aux-Prés
7.13 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Mareau-aux-Prés (Loiret)
A walk through the vineyards and orchards around Mareau-aux-Prés, best enjoyed in autumn to take in the colours of the different plots. Ideal for a family outing.
The Loire from Mareau-aux-Prés
7.24 mi
+52 ft
-56 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Mareau-aux-Prés (Loiret)
This walk takes you to the left bank of the Loire, a prime spot for spotting beavers and the many species of birds that inhabit the river’s shifting islands. It can be enjoyed throughout the year.
The Parcours des Brosses in Saran
9.55 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saran (Loiret)
A walk taking us on a tour of the village of Saran, its castle, lakes, church and various rural and woodland landscapes.
Around Mézières-lez-Cléry
11.91 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Mézières-lez-Cléry (Loiret)
A walk in the heart of the forest where nature awaits.
The marl pit trail from Mezières-lez-Cléry
6.15 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Mézières-lez-Cléry (Loiret)
It is mainly a forest route that recalls the major development work carried out in Sologne, which began in the second half of the 19th century when marl was extracted and then transported by horse-drawn carts to improve the acidic soil.
From Cléry-Saint-André to the Butte des Élus
5.65 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Cléry-Saint-André (Loiret)
A circular leading from the Basilica of Cléry-Saint-André, known for its architecture and history, to the enigmatic Butte des Élus, a burial mound dating back to the Iron Age. It is ideal for a family walk in the Val d'Ardoux.
Cléry-Saint-André circular along the banks of the Loire via La Verdaille
8.38 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cléry-Saint-André (Loiret)
From Cléry-Saint-André, this circular route leads to the wild banks of the Loire, just like the walk “From Cléry-Saint-André to the wild banks of the Loire (1)”, but the return route follows theGR®655East further west. It offers beautiful views of the Loire and allows you to appreciate the rich flora and fauna of its banks and islands.
A circular route in Sologne starting from the Parc des Dolines de Limère
9.31 mi
+26 ft
-23 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ardon (Loiret) (Loiret)
A route mainly through woodland, criss-crossing cultivated areas in this northern part of Sologne, which boasts some fertile land. The first part of the route skirts the vast Villiers estate from the Parc des Dolines de Limère, a stone’s throw from the town of Orléans-la-Source. An opportunity to get some fresh air in the shade of chestnut, oak and Scots pine trees.
The Limère sinkholes
2.05 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Ardon (Loiret) (Loiret)
The Limère sinkhole park is home to a regional curiosity: sinkholes, underground cavities recognisable by a slight depression colonised by unique vegetation. This short getaway, just a stone's throw from the town of Orléans-la-Source, is not only for geology enthusiasts but for all lovers of natural parks that inspire calm and rest.
Circular route through the Sologne region of ponds and sinkholes
17.03 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Ardon (Loiret) (Loiret)
A route mainly through woodland that begins in the Limère Sinkholes Nature Reserve, offering the chance to discover a local geological curiosity on the outskirts of Orléans-la-Source.
Circular in the Forest of Orléans from Chanteau
7.10 mi
+69 ft
-66 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Chanteau (Loiret)
A walk under the canopy of majestic trees, following the greenway through the grounds of the remarkable Château de Charbonnière and the national forest.
Morchêne Park and Stream in Saint-Cyr-en-Val
5.01 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Cyr-en-Val (Loiret)
This walk begins at Morchêne Park in Saint-Cyr-en-Val, with its château, tennis courts, pétanque and beach volleyball courts, and fitness trail, then follows the stream of the same name.
A tree-lined route, very pleasant for a family walk south of the Orléans conurbation.
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