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Saint-Épain - Cave dwellings
Visorando Member
8.43 mi
+223 ft
-226 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Épain (Indre-et-Loire)
This walk, in the commune of Saint-Épain, takes you through the Manse Valley with its troglodyte caves and passages near the Montgoger National Forest.
The Manse Valley from Crissay-Sur-Manse
Local authority6.51 mi
+361 ft
-387 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Crissay-sur-Manse (Indre-et-Loire)
Crissay-Sur-Manse, a charming village listed among "the most beautiful villages in France", invites you to discover its architectural heritage overlooking the peaceful landscapes bordered by the green Manse valley.
Old stones, troglodytes and forest at the start of Crissay-sur-Manse
10.45 mi
+568 ft
-571 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Crissay-sur-Manse (Indre-et-Loire)
Starting from Crissay-sur-Manse, ranked among the most beautiful villages in France, this route invites you to discover wash houses, the ruins of a collegiate church and, on the hillside, the famous troglodytes, cavities dug out to extract tuffeau stone for building the châteaux and houses of the Loire Valley.
Along the Vienne between Trogues and Pouzay
4.83 mi
+121 ft
-135 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Trogues (Indre-et-Loire)
A short walk, first between fields and then along the Vienne, with two castles and some beautiful farmhouses along the way.
Heritage and Forest in Avon-les-Roches
6.66 mi
+272 ft
-282 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Avon-les-Roches (Indre-et-Loire)
A pleasant walk through fields, woods and vineyards, discovering the rich heritage of the Touraine region: a church, the ruins of a collegiate church, troglodyte dwellings, wash houses, tuffeau stone houses... and even a "solar farm".
In the land of basket makers
9.58 mi
+561 ft
-564 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Villaines-les-Rochers (Indre-et-Loire)
I invite you to discover a remarkable village in Touraine, Villaines-les-Rochers, the village of basket makers. A varied itinerary takes you through the hamlets of the village, rich in troglodyte houses where many active basket makers live, the Château du Petit Boulay and the surrounding countryside, rich in streams and woods.
Le Puits du Pain and La Fuie de Roncé
6.21 mi
+292 ft
-282 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Panzoult (Indre-et-Loire)
Between woods and vineyards, this is a fairly short hike that offers beautiful architectural heritage.
The Church of Saint-Nicolas in Tavant and the Palet de Gargantua
5.17 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Tavant (Indre-et-Loire)
This short walk across fields starts at a beautiful Romanesque church featuring magnificent 11th-century frescoes and leads to a small dolmen in very good condition.
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.
Stroll around Azay-le-Rideau
2.73 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Azay-le-Rideau (Indre-et-Loire)
In Azay-le-Rideau, if you don't have time to visit the château, the château grounds are open to the public between 5pm and 6pm. While waiting for this "happy hour", I suggest you take a stroll to discover this pretty little village.
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.
Old Oak Tree Route
8.02 mi
+361 ft
-390 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Cheillé (Indre-et-Loire)
A route in the Azay le Rideau region, in the Chinon forest and then on the heights of the Indre valley. Don't miss: two beautiful residences and the remarkable oak tree at Cheillé church.
Bois-Aubry Abbey
6.46 mi
+184 ft
-184 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Luzé (Indre-et-Loire)
A route through fields and woods to discover a superb Romanesque abbey situated in a secluded and peaceful setting. A visit to the ruins of this abbey can be combined with a tribute to the American actor Yul Brynner, who is buried there.
Short circular loop around Luzé
5.23 mi
+151 ft
-151 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Luzé (Indre-et-Loire)
A short walk that climbs from the village of Luzé, offering sweeping views. In terms of heritage, the church of Luzé and a few beautiful old farmhouses are well worth a visit.
A circular loop through the Richelais vineyards
4.83 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Courcoué (Indre-et-Loire)
A stone’s throw from the Cité du Cardinal, a short walk through the Richelais vineyards. The walk offers a varied route through the vineyards, through the woods or across the fields.
On the heights of Azay-le-Rideau
11.04 mi
+338 ft
-344 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Vallères (Indre-et-Loire)
A pleasant walk through woods and fields, allowing you to discover a few hamlets and a lovely view of the Château de la Chatonnière.
The banks of the Indre around the Montbazon keep
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