La Membrolle-sur-Longuenée walks

Around La Membrolle-sur-Longuenée and Pruillé, this walk allows you to discover beautiful landscapes of hedgerows, orchards and peaceful, undulating paths. Further on, along the Mayenne towpath, you’ll cross paths with those cycling the ‘Vélo Francette’ route. A stop is a must at the pretty Roussière lock and at Pruillé harbour to refuel and admire the scenery.

At the start, you can admire the waterside campsite, the ferry, the open-air café and the pleasure boats moored at the various jetties. We then set off into the rolling countryside of the Mayenne valley until we return to the river at the Sautré lock. We then finish with a lovely, idyllic walk along the Mayenne, during which we discover the site of La Roussière with its lock and its semi-industrial past as a flour mill.

Starting from Port Albert, set off to discover beautiful residences and castles of undeniable architectural interest.

A pleasant circular walk around the Longuenée National Forest in peace and quiet.

A short walk alternating between urban areas, country roads and footpaths.

This route alternates between meadows and sections along the water’s edge. The wide towpaths are now just waiting for you. You can even stop off at the beach in the Parc des Sablières during your walk. Take care during periods of high water on the Sarthe; the route may be impassable in some sections

A pleasant walk in Parc Saint-Nicolas in Angers. Suitable for families. This walk offers the chance to see grey herons, ducks and several species of birds.

Just a stone’s throw from Angers city centre, Lac de Maine is a 200-hectare green lung. In June 2020, a groundbreaking initiative was launched to rethink the site, with the aim of improving clarity between the different areas and prioritising their uses. The project is due to be completed in 2026. This walk allows you to discover both the Maine and Lac de Maine, whilst enjoying their new enhancements.

Discover two natural areas in the centre of Angers. The first is a larger lake with a leisure centre, and the second is a wilder pond. Both are beautiful places to encounter the flora and fauna of Angers. This walk is not possible during periods of high water.

Hike around Pruniers with a section along the banks of the Maine and a viewpoint over Angers at the promontory. This is followed by a walk through the village to discover the different periods of construction and, at the end of the route, a path through the countryside.

Angers is a city in western France, situated beside the Maine River, on the outskirts of the Loire Valley. The medieval seat of the Plantagenet dynasty, it boasts an old town featuring half-timbered houses, such as the superb Maison d’Adam (built around 1500). Saint-Maurice Cathedral, on the central Place Sainte-Croix, boasts two 75-metre-high towers and magnificent pink stained-glass windows. In the more recent urban areas, a café culture is flourishing.

Two hours to discover the centre of Angers by walking around it!

The first stage of the cycle loop in the Anjou vineyards, this route joins the Loire, first following the Maine to its confluence, then running alongside the river, passing under the Savennières vineyards. A short stop in Béhuard is a must to discover this unique place, then return to the north bank to Port Giraud, where you cross one of the branches of the Loire to take the small roads of the Île de Chalonnes and reach Montjean-sur-Loire, the end of this first day.

This loop offers a chance to discover the rivers that flow through the south of Angers, and the vineyards that have colonised the area. In three stages, starting in Angers, you first travel down the Maine as far as Bouchemaine, then follow the north bank of the Loire, with an incursion onto the island of Béhuard. The first stage ends at Montjean-sur-Loire, on the back roads around the island of Chalonnes. The next day, the route heads for Chalonnes-sur-Loire and the Corniche Angevine before descending to the Layon. Stop off at Beaulieu-sur-Layon. Finally, we follow the Layon again as far as Faye d'Anjou. After the Layon hillsides, you enter the Aubence hillsides, whose wines are no less renowned. After Brissac-Quincé and its astonishing château, you return to the Loire, passing through the villages along its banks until you reach Les Ponts-de-Cé. Crossing over to the north bank, we leave the vineyards for Angers, which we return to after three busy days.

Hike through the Baumette floodplains, leading to the confluence of the Loire and Maine rivers. N.B. This hike is only possible during low water periods, from May to October-November. In any case, check in advance.

This walk follows the heritage trail: ‘Discovering Saint Martin du Fouilloux’, which is the result of a project led by the Children’s Town Council during their term of office. See the ‘Practical Information’ section below. The walk takes in a variety of landscapes, including hedgerows, meadows, woodland and the banks of ponds. This charming route allows everyone to reconnect with nature.

A pleasant little walk through the undergrowth and shaded paths around Saint-Martin-du-Fouilloux.

The exploration of Juvardeil begins with the river, once a source of economic prosperity, now a landscaped setting for relaxation and leisure. The walk continues through the picturesque bocage of Haut Anjou and ends on the banks of the Sarthe. The Sentier des Gabarots allows you to discover (or catch a glimpse of) the Gentilhommière de la Cadière (16th century), the village of Cellières, the Manoir de la Poitevinière, the Fellière (18th century) and the Grande Maison.

A fairly flat, easy and pleasant walk. We first follow the River Authion before it flows into the Loire. We then walk along a stretch that may be flooded during high water. Ideally, this short, relaxing walk should be enjoyed in dry weather.

Discover the surroundings of Les Ponts-de-Cé between the Authion and the Loire. Part of the route no longer seems accessible; see the reviews for alternatives