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Savenay walks
Marais du Fresnier trail
Visorando Member
5.42 mi
+148 ft
-148 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Savenay (Loire-Atlantique)
After the lake of Vallée Mabile, the path leads the hiker below the Sillon de Bretagne to the marsh and its moat lined with trees and reeds, populated by grey herons feeding among the cows. You may also come across the corncrake, the bird with the most distinctive song.
Belvédère Trail in Savenay
6.36 mi
+210 ft
-230 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Savenay (Loire-Atlantique)
A lovely countryside walk, with a variety of paths that are mostly shaded, beautiful scenery and, at the start and finish, the stunning view of Lac de la Vallée Mabille.
4 Valleys Trail
5.72 mi
+341 ft
-354 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from La Chapelle-Launay (Loire-Atlantique)
Traced along the Sillon de Bretagne, this route offers beautiful views of the Loire Estuary. Whether along sunken paths or through the undergrowth, this walk crosses four pleasant, shaded valleys. In spring, these green corridors, rich in botanical and faunal diversity, are carpeted with daffodils and frequented by kestrels.
Campbon circular, from the lake to the old railway line
5.59 mi
+135 ft
-138 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Campbon (Loire-Atlantique)
A route through the lower part of the village, taking you past the lake, Saint-Victor Chapel, the old railway line, the streams that feed the water table, the Tour d’Enfer and the village centre. Easy, as much of the route follows small country lanes.
Sentier du Syl au Trou Bleu trail
9.31 mi
+36 ft
-39 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lavau-sur-Loire (Loire-Atlantique)
The trail starts at the port of Lavau-sur-Loire and takes you to the Observatory with a magnificent view of the marshes and the Loire. The walk then continues to the Étangs du Trou Bleu, a former blue granite quarry. Next, enjoy a country walk to the Fresnier marsh with its canals populated by storks.
The Sillon de Bretagne circular at La Colle (Cordemais)
7.60 mi
+348 ft
-351 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Cordemais (Loire-Atlantique)
To begin with, this walk offers a unique view of the Cordemais power station. The walk then climbs higher and, thanks to a succession of sections along roads or on paths of varying degrees of wildness, offers numerous panoramic views of the countryside.
Sillon de Bretagne from Cordemais
6.29 mi
+305 ft
-305 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Cordemais (Loire-Atlantique)
Circular walk following the Sillon de Bretagne path. Dog friendly.
The ‘Route des Hauteurs’ in Saint-Viaud
7.94 mi
+141 ft
-131 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Viaud (Loire-Atlantique)
This walk starts at a leisure centre, heads to a memorial commemorating an event from the Second World War, and returns to the starting point. Both on the way there and back, the route follows a succession of wide, shaded paths and stretches of road. Passing through beautiful countryside shaped by large farms and passing through hamlets dotted with lovely houses offers ever-changing, stunning views.
Towpath along the Nantes–Brest Canal from Saint-Omer-de-Blain
5.44 mi
+59 ft
-59 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Blain (Loire-Atlantique)
Route along the towpath and back via La Touche aux Thébauds, Peslan and the village of Saint-Omer-de-Blain.
Takes around 2 hours on foot or by mountain bike.
Around the Brivet from Pontchâteau
16.20 mi
+328 ft
-328 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Pontchâteau (Loire-Atlantique)
This walk will take you on a journey of discovery around the Pontchâteau area, winding your way along the River Brivet. The route mainly follows easily accessible paths, with a few sections on roads with very little traffic. You’ll encounter plenty of wildlife and a wide variety of vegetation. Please note that after heavy rain, the banks of the Brivet may be flooded.
Walk through the woods of Pontchâteau
3.05 mi
+118 ft
-141 ft
1h 30
Moderate
Departure from Pontchâteau (Loire-Atlantique)
A Sunday stroll through the woods of Coët-Roz, the venue for the French, European and World Cyclo-cross Championships. Nature and bird lovers will be in their element. Mountain bikers will appreciate the challenging terrain. Another special mountain bike route is described.
The Brivet between Branduca and Coisnongle
7.34 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Drefféac (Loire-Atlantique)
At Pontchâteau, the Brivet flows into a gorge in the Sillon de Bretagne before heading off towards the Brière marshes. But upstream of this gorge, it meanders through the marshes that fill the basin between Dréfféac and Sainte-Anne-sur-Brivet. The suggested route takes you along this very tranquil river, through beautiful wooded countryside, before following its course as closely as possible. And you might even be lucky enough to spot the storks that nest here.
Circular Melneuf from Notre-Dame de Grâce
5.68 mi
+148 ft
-167 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Guenrouet (Loire-Atlantique)
Passing through villages, tree-lined paths and the towpath of the Nantes-Brest Canal, this walk is an opportunity to observe ducks, foxes, swans, coots and deer, if you keep a low profile.
Le Calvaire – Bodio – town centre
7.77 mi
+177 ft
-180 ft
3h 45
Easy
Departure from Pontchâteau (Loire-Atlantique)
Walk around Pontchâteau and the surrounding area – Le Calvaire – Bodio – Return via Pontchâteau town centre
You can ask for a map of the Calvary walk at the Tourist Information Office before you set off, or download it from the internet.
The Brière Marshes: a chance to spot storks
8.50 mi
+125 ft
-121 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pontchâteau (Loire-Atlantique)
On your way to and from Pontchâteau town centre, discover the Brière marshes. With a bit of luck (in season), you may spot a nest of storks.
The Pontchâteau viaduct, from above and below
2.76 mi
+194 ft
-164 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Pontchâteau (Loire-Atlantique)
A short walk to explore Pontchâteau from above and below the viaduct, taking you through the marshes and the town centre.
Reilly Circular - La Distais
3.30 mi
+69 ft
-66 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Montluc (Loire-Atlantique)
A short, easy walk along tree-lined tracks suitable for vehicles.
Moderator’s note: route modification on , see the description and reviews as of 02/11/2021
The Bougard lock, accessible from both banks of the canal, starting from Blain
9.11 mi
+69 ft
-69 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Blain (Loire-Atlantique)
This walk takes you along both banks of the Nantes–Brest Canal between Blain and the Bougard lock. From Blain harbour, follow the wide towpath to the Bougard lock. You then cross the canal and continue along a short stretch of road until you rejoin the old towpath. This narrow, wonderfully bumpy and beautifully shaded path takes you back to the harbour. You’ll be delighted by the sight of numerous birds and a wide variety of plants.
Route of the sights in Blain
5.47 mi
+66 ft
-69 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Blain (Loire-Atlantique)
A pleasant walk offering a glimpse of different aspects of Blain: its harbour, a section of the Nantes–Brest Canal, a landscape of vast fields and forests, the Saint-Roch Chapel and the Château de la Groulaie.