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Saint-Christophe-du-Bois walks
Route of wind turbines around Saint-Christophe-du-Bois
Visorando Member
9.33 mi
+236 ft
-223 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Saint-Christophe-du-Bois (Maine-et-Loire)
This route combines two walks around Saint-Christophe-du-Bois.
The full route is described starting from the town centre.
Finally, there is an alternative route connecting (1) directly to (4) via a footpath.
Moulins des Mauges
3.50 mi
+148 ft
-148 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from La Séguinière (Maine-et-Loire)
Discover the Moine, a calm river that winds through a green landscape. It is hard to believe today that it was once the most polluted river in France. On the route: a water mill, a windmill, a stream, a tributary of the Moine, and a botanical trail.
Gazeau Mill, following the Sèvre Nantaise from St-Hilaire-de-Mortagne
6.48 mi
+397 ft
-400 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Mortagne-sur-Sèvre (Vendée)
An easy walk. A mix of small roads, tracks and various paths.
Fairly shaded: the Chemin du Port is very pleasant.
Warning! The proximity of the Sèvre Nantaise stream means this walk may be difficult or even impossible during periods of high water or flooding.
Carteron Park and Lake Ribou
6.33 mi
+249 ft
-253 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Cholet (Maine-et-Loire)
A pleasant walk from the Pont du Carteron to Lac de Ribou, following the Moine, the motorway and the campsite. Return via the dam.
The Bois de la Barbinière from Rochard
5.86 mi
+315 ft
-289 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from La Verrie (Vendée)
Rochard is a tourist village located in the commune of Mortagne-sur-Sèvre. The village has picnic areas and is crossed by the Sèvre river.
The Three Streams Trail around Saint-Léger-sous-Cholet
6.88 mi
+79 ft
-79 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Léger-sous-Cholet (Maine-et-Loire)
Pleasant circular route around Saint-Léger-sous-Cholet that takes you past three streams.
This route can be done by mountain bike as there are good sections of road and the other paths aren’t too narrow.
Circular from Saint-Aubin-des-Ormeaux to Mortagne-Sur-Sèvre
10.38 mi
+495 ft
-525 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Aubin-des-Ormeaux (Vendée)
This hike begins with a series of small roads with no traffic and paths to Mortagne-Sur-Sèvre, then returns along the Sèvre river as much as possible, i.e. almost all the time, except at the end to return to the starting point.
Ribou'cle du Lac de Ribou
6.51 mi
+246 ft
-246 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Cholet (Maine-et-Loire)
This hike is not particularly difficult, except for some very wet sections (at the bottom of the fields) in winter. The route is easy to follow, mostly along the edge of the lake.
Walk along the Sèvre in Saint-Laurent
5.15 mi
+285 ft
-289 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-sur-Sèvre (Vendée)
The banks of the Sèvre Nantaise between the Bois de la Barbinière and the Moulin Guy
The battlefield of the Wars of the Vendée around Cholet
4.65 mi
+121 ft
-102 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Cholet (Maine-et-Loire)
This route, created during the land consolidation linked to the construction of the motorway, takes you alongside the many streams of this cattle-rearing plateau, runs alongside the Angers–Cholet–Nantes railway line, then past Cholet-Le Pontreau aerodrome, before returning to the starting point. You’ll pass a viewpoint just before arriving.
The banks of the Sèvre in the land of Bluebeard
6.87 mi
+374 ft
-400 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Le Longeron (Maine-et-Loire)
A family walk along the banks of the Sèvre Stream, one of the most beautiful rivers in this region.
Around Sèvremoine
19.92 mi
+407 ft
-427 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges (Maine-et-Loire)
A beautiful loop, passing by two beautiful bodies of water, around Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges and Saint-André-de-la-Marche, forming the commune of Sèvremoine, alternating between main roads (very few), small roads, dirt tracks for tractors, and a few footpaths.
Circular route around the two ponds starting from Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges
Tourist office
8.49 mi
+167 ft
-144 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Macaire-en-Mauges (Maine-et-Loire)
A lovely walk featuring stream crossings and passing by large bodies of water such as the Étang de Green Cross. You’ll have the chance to discover the largest standing stone in Anjou. On site, you’ll find the legends surrounding this imposing menhir, explained on information panels.
La Bouëre de l'Èvre in May-sur-Èvre
7.90 mi
+167 ft
-164 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Le May-sur-Èvre (Maine-et-Loire)
The Èvre, the river that flows through the Mauges region before joining the Loire near Saint-Florent-le-Vieil, provides a pleasant setting for walks through vibrant farmland.
La Bouëre de l'Èvre is a lovely lake that has been developed for leisure and fishing; it is accessible on foot from the village, about 800m away.
The Upper Parish at La Renaudière
11.22 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from La Renaudière (Maine-et-Loire)
Starting from La Renaudière, set off into the heart of nature along pleasant, shaded paths.
As you wander the paths, discover a rich and varied natural heritage and the hidden treasures of rural cultural heritage.