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Montbazon walks
The banks of the Indre around the Montbazon keep
Visorando Member
7.58 mi
+164 ft
-138 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Montbazon (Indre-et-Loire)
Discover Monbazon under the gaze of the statue of the Virgin and Child perched on top of the 10th-century keep. The Indre Valley with its mills, castles, fortress and shops.
Moderator's warning on 23/09/2020: Please note! Private property issue in (3). See reviews dated 14/09/2020
The banks of the Échandon from Esvres
6.22 mi
+174 ft
-174 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Esvres (Indre-et-Loire)
A walk accessible to all, passing through pretty hamlets on the slopes of the Indre and in the Échandon valley.
The charming village of Esvres.
L'Echandon and Le Becquet
8.91 mi
+213 ft
-207 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Esvres (Indre-et-Loire)
Discover two streams, the Échandon and the Becquet, near where they join the Indre. Along the route, you will see some beautiful houses, a Gallo-Roman bridge and a Bollée windmill.
The Indre Valley between Esvres and Courcay
11.24 mi
+292 ft
-276 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Esvres (Indre-et-Loire)
This is an easy hike that allows you to discover the Indre valley from the heights before descending to the banks of the river. You will discover several villages.
Larçay Forest
10.11 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Avertin (Indre-et-Loire)
Starting from Saint-Avertin, a series of four circular routes allow you to discover the Parc des Brosses, the Forêt de Larçay, the landscaped cemetery and the Bois des Hâtes, beautiful green spaces to the east of the Tours conurbation.
Short circular in the Bois Gibert
3.40 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Ballan-Miré (Indre-et-Loire)
Forest walk on the outskirts of Ballan-Miré.
The banks of the Cher in Tours
8.60 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Tours (Indre-et-Loire)
Far from the city centre, take a stroll to discover the green spaces that dot the banks of the Cher Tourangeau.
From La Gloriette to Le Bout du Monde
25.42 mi
+157 ft
-157 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Tours (Indre-et-Loire)
A route to discover the west of Tours: the Gloriette plain, beautiful residences on the heights between Ballan and Savonnières, the village of Savonnières, the banks of the Cher and the banks of the Loire.
The edge of Beauvais Wood
3.69 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Ballan-Miré (Indre-et-Loire)
On the outskirts of Miré, this very pleasant, peaceful and easy route runs alongside woods and fields.
Wild fountain, sacred fountain
10.14 mi
+348 ft
-328 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pont-de-Ruan (Indre-et-Loire)
Isolated in a landscape reshaped by modern man, a wild fountain, an old oak tree, a stone cross, a forgotten castle, a sacred fountain, a wash house, an oratory, mills, all remnants of a bygone era.
To avoid a long stretch of road, see the alternative route from (11) to (14) in the Practical Information section.
Let's go and see if the rose...
5.01 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Tours (Indre-et-Loire)
From the Botanical Garden of Tours to the Priory of Saint-Cosme, home of Ronsard (admission fee), via the Château du Plessis built by Louis XI and the banks of the Loire, take a walk to discover the green spaces of western Tours and La Riche.
Across fields and through woods above the Lys Valley
6.04 mi
+171 ft
-174 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Pont-de-Ruan (Indre-et-Loire)
Starting from the Manoir de Vonnes, cross plateaus and undergrowth on the right bank of the Indre.
A priory, Calder's studio and the hillside above the Indre valley offer beautiful views of Saché.
Architectural heritage of Tours
9.87 mi
+325 ft
-328 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Tours (Indre-et-Loire)
A walk to discover the architectural heritage of Tours. Must-see sites, but also pretty, discreet places that I have discovered over the years.
The small and large loops of the Échandon Valley from Tauxigny
Local authority
10.60 mi
+292 ft
-285 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Tauxigny (Indre-et-Loire)
This loop connects the two villages of Tauxigny and Saint-Bauld. Starting from Tauxigny, you will set off into the Échandon valley to reach the village of Saint-Bauld. Water is omnipresent here, so keep an eye on the Échandon and its tributaries, which you will cross via footbridges and small bridges. Several surprising places are hidden near these waterways...
In the heart of the woods from Tauxigny-Saint-Bauld
7.53 mi
+115 ft
-115 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Tauxigny (Indre-et-Loire)
From the charming village of Tauxigny-Saint-Bauld, head into the countryside with this circular route. Cross a few fields and you will soon find yourself deep in the woods, following small paths and winding trails. Breathe in the fresh air – the Tauxigny countryside is good for you!
The Mill Trail from Tauxigny
4.45 mi
+108 ft
-108 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Tauxigny (Indre-et-Loire)
From Tauxigny-Saint-Bauld, set off on a short excursion along the Échandon to discover a valley dotted with mills and dominated by nature. And for the more dreamy among you, you'll even have the chance to gaze at the stars...
The Nitray needle dam
9.48 mi
+266 ft
-266 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Azay-sur-Cher (Indre-et-Loire)
Walk along the banks of the Cher and in the countryside near Tours. Discover the village of Azay-sur-Cher, the Nitray needle dam and Beauvais Castle.
The Cher from one bridge to another in Azay-sur-Cher
6.58 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Azay-sur-Cher (Indre-et-Loire)
Hike along the banks of the Cher between countryside and châteaux. The starting point is on the square on the banks of the Cher in Azay-sur-Cher (left bank). The hike is marked in yellow. In the car park, there is an old wash house fed by a spring. Along the route, at Port de Chandon and Écluse de Nitray, there are information panels describing the port's activities.
Between the river and the hillside in Azay-sur-Cher
6.63 mi
+128 ft
-128 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Azay-sur-Cher (Indre-et-Loire)
After crossing the village via a pleasant footpath and then a rather hilly route, you will reach the Nitray needle dam and then return to the starting point along the banks of the Cher.
A circular starting from Courçay
7.34 mi
+341 ft
-348 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Courçay (Indre-et-Loire)
From Courçay to Reignac along the banks of the Indre and crossing the Guignardière stream. Discover the mills and fountains as you walk up the Indre to Reignac.
Through the vineyards and cellars of Rochecorbon
5.85 mi
+328 ft
-335 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Rochecorbon (Indre-et-Loire)
Just upstream from Tours, the hillsides are covered with Vouvray vineyards. In the cliff that borders them, endless galleries provide the ideal refuge for the beautiful bubbles of the wine they house to flourish. This route allows you to wind your way between vineyards and cellars in an environment where the tuffeau stone gives each house the air of a palace.
The Loire, the village, the forest, the vineyards, the chapel and the abbey at Rochecorbon
6.98 mi
+259 ft
-259 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Rochecorbon (Indre-et-Loire)
A walk during which you’ll discover the magnificent village of Rochecorbon, a mix of tuffeau stone houses and troglodyte cellars, perched on the banks of the Loire. Discover the Chapel of Saint-Georges, an 11th-century Romanesque cave chapel, with its murals and timber framework, as well as the marvellous Marmoutier Abbey towards the end of the route. It’s a very easy walk; if you’re concerned about the duration, there are plenty of ways to shorten it.
Remarkable trees in Tours
9.42 mi
+33 ft
-190 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Tours (Indre-et-Loire)
The city of Tours has three trees and a garden classified as remarkable by the A.R.B.R.E.S. association (Arbres Remarquables: Bilan, Recherche, Études et Sauvegarde - Remarkable Trees: Assessment, Research, Studies and Preservation). Discover them on this walk, which will also introduce you to other beautiful trees in Tours and several small and large public gardens. The tram connects the starting and finishing points.
The Vouvray vineyards in Rochecorbon
10.77 mi
+620 ft
-614 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Rochecorbon (Indre-et-Loire)
A route to discover the Vouvray vineyards, with their winegrowers' houses and a few manor houses, on the heights of the Loire Valley.
A stroll through Saint-Cyr, through the green spaces and along the Loire
5.03 mi
+174 ft
-174 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire (Indre-et-Loire)
An urban stroll through the green spaces of Saint-Cyr and along the banks of the Loire.
The pleasure of being close to Tours and Saint-Cyr whilst feeling surrounded by nature.
The Louroux Pond
3.40 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Le Louroux (Indre-et-Loire)
A short, flat walk around the Étang du Louroux nature reserve, through fields and woodland, where you can spot numerous species of birds, both resident and migratory, some of which are rare in the region.
The wings of Louroux
11.60 mi
+92 ft
-92 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Le Louroux (Indre-et-Loire)
The skies above Le Louroux are home to many birds, and the lake has become a must-see spot for birdwatching. But as you explore the countryside, you will also encounter other birds, including birds of prey typical of agricultural areas and strange white birds...
Coteau de Montlouis and Île de Bondésir
2.83 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Montlouis-sur-Loire (Indre-et-Loire)
The Île de Bondésir trail first winds its way through flora and fauna before reaching a meadow bordering the Loire. The route then climbs to the heights of the town to discover a chic neighbourhood and enjoy beautiful views from the top of the chalk cliff.
On the heights of Luynes
12.18 mi
+367 ft
-374 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Luynes (Indre-et-Loire)
A beautiful walk through fields, woods and hamlets. Some very beautiful residences, a few old mills in the Bresme valley and a Roman aqueduct.
Louis Rimbault Walk in Luynes
5.40 mi
+246 ft
-236 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Luynes (Indre-et-Loire)
Set off on a surprising audio walk, devised by the association "L'Autre Terre Libérée", to discover Luynes through an original story. Discover the town and its surroundings through the unusual story of Louis Rimbault, who founded his "Terre Libérée" school of vegan practices in 1923. Take a stroll through the town, listening to eight sound bubbles that tell you this unusual story!
The Vouvray vineyards and the Brenne valley
11.19 mi
+364 ft
-358 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Vernou-sur-Brenne (Indre-et-Loire)
A hike through the vineyards on the heights of the Brenne valley.
Vineyards and heritage in Vernou-sur-Brenne
4.03 mi
+187 ft
-177 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Vernou-sur-Brenne (Indre-et-Loire)
A walk through the village of Vernou-sur-Brenne and the vineyards of the Vouvray AOC. Along the way, there are several information panels about the village and wine growing.
Fields and wind turbine circuit from Dolus-le-Sec
9.21 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Dolus-le-Sec (Indre-et-Loire)
From the quiet village of Dolus-le-Sec, dotted with charming heritage sites, you set off on a walk through fields on a vast agricultural plateau. Follow the paths and let the wind guide you to the wind turbine, the symbol of the commune.
