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Arboretum, quarries and horses at Le Fouilloux
Visorando Member
10.70 mi
+656 ft
-679 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Le Fouilloux (Charente-Maritime)
Please note: August 2022 Hike suspended by:
Prefectural order prohibiting access to trails and forests Arboretum, quarries and horses at Fouilloux
Discover the kaolin (white clay) quarries, horses and arboretum belonging to the village children in a preserved natural environment.
In the Bois Charmants woods - Boscamnant
Tourist office7.75 mi
+495 ft
-518 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Boscamnant (Charente-Maritime)
A gravel and sand track winds its way along the hillsides, which resemble small mountains. The dense forest cascades down the gentle slopes and stretches as far as the eye can see, accompanying walkers into a "wild wilderness".
The European pond turtle trails in Saint-Aigulin – Northern Route
7.17 mi
+213 ft
-220 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Aigulin (Charente-Maritime)
The town of Saint-Aigulin offers a very peaceful and pleasant hiking trail through the forest and countryside.
Known as the ‘Paths of the European Pond Turtle’, this route allows you to explore the habitat of this iconic species and discover its natural environment along a trail dotted with ponds. Numerous information boards are provided throughout the route to help you learn more about the local flora and fauna.
The pond turtle trails in Saint-Aigulin - Southern route
8.86 mi
+367 ft
-371 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Aigulin (Charente-Maritime)
The commune of Saint-Aigulin offers a superb hiking trail through the Double forest, its moors, ponds and village. Biodiversity abounds here, particularly in the summer months, with a heritage species: the European pond turtle. Numerous educational panels are available along the route to learn more about the local flora and fauna. Don't forget your camera!
Etang des belettes
1.55 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Rioux-Martin (Charente)
A short circular walk around the Etang des Belettes at the edge of Rioux-Martin village. This walk is perfect for families with children and for dog walkers. Accessible all seasons, it is a great walk to reconnect with nature.
Lagorce - Maine Pommier - Route No. 1
6.21 mi
+171 ft
-164 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Lagorce (Gironde) (Gironde)
A very beautiful walk in the woods, with very little road. Accessible on foot or by mountain bike.
Rioux Martin circular pond loop
6.73 mi
+308 ft
-338 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Rioux-Martin (Charente)
At the start of the hike, you will pass through a pretty little village with a remarkable church. The hike continues along a small stream that leads to a very large pond, then through a wooded area, and the end of the hike offers beautiful views of the countryside.
From the wash houses to the distilleries of Chevanceaux
5.71 mi
+335 ft
-344 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Chevanceaux (Charente-Maritime)
A few beautiful houses followed by two wash houses, woods, a goat farm and two distilleries.
Forests, moors and white lands in Brossacais
17.85 mi
+1,352 ft
-1,358 ft
9h 25
Moderate
Departure from Brossac (Charente)
The route passes through moorland with pine woods and several white clay quarries.
The route starts at the Vallier pond estate and crosses the communes of Passirac, Guizengeard and Boisbreteau.
The landscape of the Motte valley is remarkable.
Guîtres Abbey, walk in the Gabay region
8.05 mi
+272 ft
-279 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Guîtres (Gironde)
The starting point of the route, Guîtres Abbey (11th and 15th centuries) is an imposing monument located on the Way of St James. We will continue our walk through the gentle Pays Gabay (pronounced gabaye) to meet three rivers, the Isle, the Dronne and the Lary.
Woods and vineyards between Tizac-de-Lapouyade and Maransin
6.04 mi
+312 ft
-289 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Tizac-de-Lapouyade (Gironde)
Country walk through woods and vineyards.
Charlot Mill
5.10 mi
+128 ft
-128 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Tizac-de-Lapouyade (Gironde)
The route is slightly hilly, with a significant section in the woods, ending at the edge of a very picturesque pond. This is a particularly suitable spot for a picnic, but bring a table as the few available are often occupied by fishermen.
Moulin de Charlot from Pont au Pin
6.78 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Tizac-de-Lapouyade (Gironde)
Hike mainly through the forest along the Saye valley. The route is shaded, mainly following paths through the undergrowth.
Moderator's note : route not accessible as of 09/06/2022, see reviews.
Circular route starting from the Moulin de Charlot in Marcenais
5.05 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Marcenais (Gironde)
A circular route along the small roads starting from Moulin Charlot, ideal for walking on rainy days. The roads are quiet and pleasant. Like all circular routes, you can walk it either way.
Around Saint-Martin-du-Bois
5.52 mi
+233 ft
-246 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-du-Bois (Gironde)
A hike that takes you through dense undergrowth, vineyards, valleys and peaceful surroundings.
The Bonzac route and various châteaux
5.51 mi
+292 ft
-282 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Bonzac (Gironde)
A slightly undulating route, with numerous quiet country lanes, scenic views, meadows, horses, woodland, vineyards and a few beautiful châteaux, making for a varied countryside walk.
Please note that some sections are in flood-prone areas.
The Cossade and Charbonnière moors
5.71 mi
+322 ft
-302 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Touvérac (Charente)
A lovely walk around the ponds in the Landes de la Cossade and de la Charbonnière. This site was mined for its clay of high mineralogical purity in the last century. After the site was abandoned, the four cavities, 30 to 50 metres deep, filled with water. This walk offers peace and a change of scenery. Some of the lakes are magnificent! It’s even more beautiful in the sunshine.
(!) Swimming strictly prohibited
The Pimparade Valley from Messac to Vibrac
5.94 mi
+226 ft
-213 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Messac (Charente-Maritime)
A pleasant walk around the valley of the River La Pimparade. As you walk along both sides of this valley, you’ll discover a variety of landscapes combining vineyards, farmland, woodland and scattered settlements. Part of the route follows theGR®360–GRP® de Saintonge from the point (2) to the change of direction between the point (6) and the point (7).
The two locks from Le Pizou
6.16 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Le Pizou (Dordogne)
This route combines history with nature: much of the walk follows the River Isle.
Also worth visiting: the Coly forges, a testament to a major industrial and steel-making industry, and the Monument de la Plaine, a historic site from the Second World War.
North-west of Galgon
6.44 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Galgon (Gironde)
A route along quiet country lanes, ideal in wet weather. You can always walk on the verges.
Gentle hiking in Montpon-Ménestérol
14.93 mi
+318 ft
-305 ft
7h 10
Moderate
Departure from Ménesplet (Dordogne)
This route takes you along the Isle river, using the footpath on the Pont de Ménesplet, Marcillac and Vauclaire bridges, passing by the Chandos leisure centre. The footpath is designed to provide continuous pedestrian access along a stream or river. This footpath, which follows the old towpath, allows you to immerse yourself in protected natural surroundings.
