Loir (rivière) walks

This route will take you from the world of vineyards to the defence line of the Saint-Rimay Tunnel. From cellars to blockhouses, you will also discover two restoration projects led by the Résurgence association along the way. A beautiful view of the Loir valley will accompany you for much of your journey.

This is undoubtedly one of the most enjoyable hikes in this wood. At the start, there is a beautiful view of Moléans Castle, followed by a lovely walk through the forest. Then there is a very pleasant crossing of the fords and a walk along the banks of the Loir. The return through the forest allows you to finish in peace and quiet.

This undeniably charming route (marked with brown rectangles) offers magnificent views along the Loir River, including the fortified mill of Mervé, the façade of Gallerande Castle, the village of Pringé with its church (frescoes), its manor house reflected in the lake below, and its wash house. At the end of the route, the Church of St-Martin de Luché and the former Priory bring the walk to a close. All these highlights make up for the sometimes slightly monotonous sections, which nevertheless offer some beautiful panoramic views.

A pleasant and easy walk on either side of the Loir.

Bazouges Castle and the countryside: stroll through fields, orchards and woodland along quiet country lanes or dirt tracks.

Located between Beauce and Perche, at the crossroads of the Loir Valley and the Route du Blé, Cloyes-sur-le-Loir is a sleeping beauty on the banks of the Loir. This pretty town combines modernity and heritage. The hike takes you through the countryside with its valleys, forests and rolling hills, which are sure to charm you.

A short walk starting from Meslay, passing the Château de Meslay, then following the Réveillon stream and winding through the village’s fields

A lovely circular walk starting from Bonneval, the ‘Little Venice of Beauce’.

A journey into a lush green setting, on the banks of the Loir, awaits you. Starting from the Moulin de Villevêque, head into the heart of the Basses Vallées Angevines and follow the River Loir. Depending on the season, you may spot our famous goganes or hear the call of the corncrake. This walk offers the chance to discover a variety of heritage sites: a mill, a castle, chapels, a wash house, and more. 

From the upper town to the lower town, this walking route allows you to explore the historic centre of Châteaudun and its finest monuments, as well as a section of the banks of the Loir, offering beautiful panoramic views of the town.

A walk along the shores of the Lacs de la Monnerie, Lac des Pêcheurs, Lacs des Oiseaux, the banks of the River Loir and near the Moulin de la Bruyère and its dam. A nature route that allows you to enjoy the countryside and access the start of numerous footpaths.

In the Haut-Vendômois region, this route runs alongside the Loir valley, then winds its way through the shade of the banks of the Étang Saint-Lubin, takes a detour to the ruins of the feudal castle of Fréteval, before venturing through the fields, across a rolling landscape, to reach the pretty village of Saint-Hilaire-la-Gravelle.

Don’t miss the chance to explore this part of the Maine-et-Loire department – it’s full of charm!

Along this route, natural landscapes—rivers, woods and hedgerows—are enhanced by the undulating terrain, alongside historic monuments and remarkable ruins, such as the feudal castle of Fréteval, whose keep dates from 1100, and the Grisset Tower, the ‘cella’ of an ancient Gallo-Roman temple, unique in Northern Europe.

Bonneval invites you to take a stroll to discover its medieval town and its moats. Extend your walk with a trip on an electric boat through the ‘Little Venice of Beauce’, where you’ll discover numerous wash houses and waterways.

The route alternates between open countryside and woodland. The private Bois Landry forest is managed sustainably. It also serves as a venue for forest school and nature discovery trips. Along the way stands the fortified farm of Grand Bois Landry (17th century), still surrounded by moats.

At the confluence of the Loir valley – which has its source on the edge of the Perche region – and the Conie valley, a resurgence of the Beauce aquifer, the Dunois region boasts megaliths, castles and houses with thatched roofs.

On the banks of the Loir, Rives-du-Loir-en-Anjou – a charming village with a rich heritage and landscapes that evoke the gentle charm of the Anjou region – is the ideal setting for a family walk. After following the banks of the Loir to the east of Villevêque, the route heads inland to follow the route of the former Angers–La Flèche railway line.

Green route: this route will allow you to explore the western and south-western parts of the village. The route is signposted throughout with the image of a blackbird.

An easy, very pleasant walk through woods (pleasant in hot weather), across the plain and with a beautiful view of the Loir valley.

Between Beauce and Perche, the upper Loir Valley leads you along paths and trails to discover its contrasting landscapes, history and traditions. Among these, the presence of watermills bears witness to one of the main industries that flourished in Châteaudun from the 13th century onwards.

This route begins with an exploration of the flora and fauna in the protected marshland within the Marais de Cré and La Flèche Nature Reserve. Leaving the marshland behind, this walk continues along beautiful paths and/or small roads, pleasantly lined with woodland. A carved and engraved cross adds to the charm of the route.

Walk starting from the car park at Douy church to explore Courgain Mill, situated at the bridge over the Loir. The route then passes near a castle at La Boulidière, descends along the road between the ponds and then follows a path towards the Vouvray footbridge to the old wash house and Saint-Pierre Chapel. The return journey follows the same route for part of the way, then veers off to skirt the ponds of the Basse Plaine, where you can spot coots and grey herons. The end of the walk leads to another bridge over the Loir, then past the Château du Prieuré before returning to Douy church.

Welcome to Soucelles, where you can discover the rich heritage of this part of Anjou on foot: the banks of the Loir with La Roche Foulques and its chapel, the Soucelles Forest and its 300-year-old chestnut tree, and the lower valleys of Anjou via the Grande Prairie, the first clandestine airport during the Second World War.Please note: during periods of high water, the banks of the Loir and the Grande Prairie are impassable or even flooded. It is possible to follow a departmental road, but the route loses much of its interest.

Set off on a circular walk between the banks of the Loir, the forest and the countryside to discover the lower valleys of Anjou. Accessible to all, this route takes you through lush green countryside and discreet heritage sites, following the tracks of an old railway line.

This hike in the heart of the Basses Vallées Angevines offers an immersion in the unspoilt landscapes of the Basses Vallées Angevines. The route, approximately 12 km long, invites you to discover the natural and heritage riches of the banks of the Loir (Engrenage-Moulin, Museum-castle, Fontaine de Craon, etc.). Between shady forest paths, poplar groves and trails along the river, the gently sloping walk is almost entirely on footpaths, cycle paths and bridleways.

Le Circuit des Évêques vous invite à découvrir le charme du bourg de Villevêque, ancienne résidence d'été des évêques d'Angers, nichée au cœur des Basses Vallées Angevines. Cette boucle facile et accessible à tous alterne entre patrimoine bâti, sentiers urbains et chemins de campagne.Au fil de la promenade, vous passerez devant l’église, le musée-château de Villevêque, la bibliothèque, mais aussi à travers des parcs, chemins piétons arborés et quartiers résidentiels calmes. Idéal pour une balade en famille, ce circuit offre un bel aperçu du cadre de vie naturel et historique de la commune. Tout au long du Circuit des Évêques, vous trouverez une signalétique historique permettant d'en apprendre plus sur l'histoire de la commune.

As well as the village, which offers a view of the keep of the old castle, the route takes you along the River Loir and around former gravel pits that form a natural wetland area home to numerous waterbirds and a distinctive flora.

The Yerre river approaches, accompanied by scents and sounds that it seems to have carried from the depths of the forest, before flowing along the edge of the Perche region and joining the Loir river above Cloyes.