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Moulin de Drapras walks
The Hyrôme and its old mills in Chemillé-en-Anjou
Tourist office
9.75 mi
+492 ft
-515 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Chemillé (Maine-et-Loire)
Stroll along the meandering Hyrôme river in a picturesque, steep-sided valley and discover the remains of the many mills that line this trail. An ideal hike for combining heritage and nature!
Walks near Moulin de Drapras
Chemillé - Le May-sur-Èvre
17.10 mi
+689 ft
-712 ft
8h 30
Very difficult
Departure from Melay (Maine-et-Loire)
Stage Three.This stage marks the transition between the Hyrôme and the Èvre, inviting walkers to traverse a more open landscape, punctuated by country lanes through the heart of farmland. During the first part of the route, the silhouette of Notre-Dame-des-Gardes Abbey looms on the horizon, guiding the traveller’s steps and highlighting the region’s characteristic landscape. This stretch, which feels like a transition between two worlds, unfolds peacefully before returning to the more secluded and intimate atmosphere of the banks of the Èvre.
Beaulieu-sur-Layon - Angers
Visorando Member26.69 mi
+427 ft
-354 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Beaulieu-sur-Layon (Maine-et-Loire)
This is the third stage of a cycle tour in southern Anjou. The route first follows the Layon between Beaulieu and Faye d'Anjou, then heads towards Brissac-Quincé through forests and vineyards. Leaving the imposing castle behind, you then join the string of villages that line the Loire, before descending to Les Ponts-de-Cé. Crossing the river marks the end of the vineyards and the entrance to the Angers conurbation, the end of the three-day journey.
Beaulieu-sur-Layon – Chemillé
14.68 mi
+738 ft
-541 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Beaulieu-sur-Layon (Maine-et-Loire)
Stage Two.Leaving the Layon Valley behind for that of the Hyrôme, this stage follows the river as closely as possible, taking in its old watermills and castles, amidst a peaceful, shaded setting. The murmur of the water accompanies walkers through hedgerows, footbridges and sunken paths. As you approach Chemillé, a visit to the Jardin Camifolia extends your immersion in the realm of plants.
From Chalonnes-sur-Loire to Rochefort-sur-Loire by bus
8.04 mi
+430 ft
-394 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Chalonnes-sur-Loire (Maine-et-Loire)
A superb hike on the slopes of Layon, among the vineyards, between Louet and Layon.
This hike follows theGR®3trail, which is very well marked in red and white.
From Chalonnes-sur-Loire to Beaulieu-sur-Layon
10.17 mi
+466 ft
-456 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Chalonnes-sur-Loire (Maine-et-Loire)
Set amongst the banks of the Loire, the GR®3 trail and the Layon valley, this stage offers spectacular views of the rivers, all punctuated by local heritage sites against a backdrop of vineyards characteristic of the Anjou region.
From La Pommeraye to Chalonnes-sur-Loire
7.09 mi
+574 ft
-781 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from La Pommeraye (Maine-et-Loire) (Maine-et-Loire)
Towards the end of the circular GR® de Pays route, the path plunges into the heart of the Vallée des Moulins, sometimes climbing higher, sometimes winding along its base, before leading you back to the Loire and its scenic landscapes, revealing in particular the Île de Chalonnes over the final few kilometres of your walk.
From May-sur-Èvre to Beaupréau
17.05 mi
+741 ft
-823 ft
8h 30
Difficult
Departure from Le May-sur-Èvre (Maine-et-Loire)
The route continues as you leave the village of Le May-sur-Èvre and head into a valley where time seems to have stood still, amidst hedgerow-lined meadows and shaded riverbanks. From chapels to castles, various points of interest punctuate your journey.