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Saint-Georges-sur-Cher walks
The Cher and the vineyards at Saint-Georges-sur-Cher
Local authority
15.50 mi
+440 ft
-440 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Georges-sur-Cher (Loir-et-Cher)
Starting from Saint-Georges-sur-Cher, the walk takes you past the port, the chain ferry, the Gueule du Rio and the old wash house. It continues past the Château des Couldraies and the Moulin de Chézelles, then on to the Prieuré de la Chaise. The walk allows you to discover a few hamlets, such as Les Bruyères and La Chauverie, as well as Les Raimbaudières.
Route of the beautiful mansions at the heart of the history of Saint-Georges-sur-Cher
5.41 mi
+295 ft
-279 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Georges-sur-Cher (Loir-et-Cher)
A large car park is available for cars and motorhomes at the start of this walk through the vineyards and hamlets, which will take you on a journey through the history of Saint-Georges-sur-Cher from Gallo-Roman times, through the Middle Ages, right up to the present day.
The Mills and Vineyards Route in Saint-Georges-sur-Cher
7.97 mi
+299 ft
-289 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Georges-sur-Cher (Loir-et-Cher)
This route lies at the heart of vineyard landscapes. Vine growing was already the main industry in the Middle Ages, and these ‘clairet’ wines were enjoyed throughout France. The wines were transported by boat from the port of Saint-Georges-sur-Cher. The numerous vineyard huts or shelters remind us of how winegrowers organised their work in days gone by. These served as places of rest and shelter for the workers and their horses, who toiled from dawn until dusk.
Circular route around the port of Saint-Georges-sur-Cher
3.12 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Georges-sur-Cher (Loir-et-Cher)
A pleasant, easy route, ideal for a stroll, a walk, a run or a mountain bike ride.
On the lands of Diane de Poitiers
Visorando Member11.94 mi
+203 ft
-210 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Chisseaux (Indre-et-Loire)
Discovery of the Cher valley near Chenonceaux. Magnificent view of the Château de Chenonceau from the left bank of the Cher.
Chenonceaux Castle circular - vineyards - banks of the Cher
16.47 mi
+230 ft
-236 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Chenonceaux (Indre-et-Loire)
Ah, Chenonceaux! Without a doubt my favourite château. Exploring the surrounding area is a real pleasure, with vineyards, peaceful villages and the banks of the Cher. Very peaceful, even if there are a few hills, but it's for a good cause: views that are well worth seeing and seeing again. Hybrid or mountain bikes are recommended. Lunch breaks are available in Chenonceaux, Bléré or Saint-Georges-du-Cher.
On the banks of the Cher and at Chenonceau Castle
5.63 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Chenonceaux (Indre-et-Loire)
The commune of Chenonceaux, famous for its world-renowned château, has many other treasures to offer. This easy hike invites you to discover them.
Please note: hikers have informed us that the Chenonceaux bridge over the Cher river is undergoing repairs until 15 June 2019. The walk as described will therefore not be possible during the first quarter of 2019. Please check before setting off.
Civray-de-Touraine
7.34 mi
+240 ft
-240 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Civray-de-Touraine (Indre-et-Loire)
A varied route typical of the Cher and Loire regions, passing through farmland, vineyards and forests.
Montrichard Forest starting from Bourré
7.88 mi
+299 ft
-305 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Bourré (Loir-et-Cher)
Start from the small village of Bourré, which was once a source of tuffeau stone for the construction of the Loire Valley châteaux. On the way back along the path, you overlook the village with a lovely view and pass by a few cave dwellings. Most of the route is through woodland, with a very easy, unchallenging route. At the start or end of the day, it is not uncommon to spot roe deer, does, foxes...
Along the River Cher and via Chenonceau Castle, starting from Bléré
10.09 mi
+79 ft
-75 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from La Croix-en-Touraine (Indre-et-Loire)
A long route along both banks of the Cher, starting from Bléré. You’ll come across two needle weirs. By following part of the GR®41, you’ll explore the banks of the Cher, the little harbours where modern boats and old flat-bottomed barges are moored, the small summer bars and all the lively activity in summer. You’ll, of course, see the magnificent Château de Chenonceau from the opposite bank, the Touraine countryside and the shady woodland glades in summer.
From the banks of the Cher to the Moulin des Aigremonts
6.56 mi
+584 ft
-577 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from La Croix-en-Touraine (Indre-et-Loire)
Starting from Quai de Bellevue, explore the banks of the Cher as you pass through Les Grandes Fontaines – a protected nature reserve – before visiting the Moulin des Aigremonts (open to visitors for part of the year). Then explore the characteristic streets of the town centre.
From one bank of the Cher to the other, starting from Bléré
5.26 mi
+223 ft
-174 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from La Croix-en-Touraine (Indre-et-Loire)
A short, simple and very easy walk – it’s not a long trek, nor is it spectacular, but the setting is peaceful. You’ll discover what a needle dam is, if you’re not already familiar with one.
Between the countryside and the River Cher in Bléré
6.79 mi
+167 ft
-194 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Bléré (Indre-et-Loire)
During this walk, discover the banks of the Cher and its beautiful country houses, Fontenay Castle, as well as the Touraine countryside and the Grandes Fontaines, a protected nature reserve.
The Amasse valley
10.94 mi
+279 ft
-269 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Amboise (Indre-et-Loire)
Discover the Ambroise river, the Amasse, a small tributary of the Loire which flows into the river here and which was developed from 1856 onwards to prevent flooding in the town during heavy rains.
Les trois châteaux et l'Oppidum Gallo-Romain à Amboise
4.90 mi
+276 ft
-272 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Amboise (Indre-et-Loire)
This route takes you through both urban and rural areas, passing most of Amboise's historic sites: the Royal Castle, the Maison des Pages, the Gallo-Roman oppidum, Château-Gaillard and the Clos Lucé, all in less than two and a half hours.
Roses and mills from Saint-Quentin-sur-Indrois
10.98 mi
+505 ft
-505 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Quentin-sur-Indrois (Indre-et-Loire)
Starting from Saint-Quentin-sur-Indrois, you can choose between two different loops. The first, towards Chédigny, will take you through the rolling countryside to discover the 1,000 rose bushes in this village, which has been awarded the Jardin Remarquable label. The other loop will allow you to discover the Indrois, its meanders, its mills and hidden monuments. But as the choice is difficult, you can also choose to do both loops since they are connected to form a single one!
The Indre Valley from Chambourg-sur-Indre
8.05 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Chambourg-sur-Indre (Indre-et-Loire)
Starting from the village of Chambourg-sur-Indre, you will set off on a walk through the Indre valley. On sandy paths, you will follow the river through meadows and poplar groves, then criss-cross the woods that stretch between the Indre and Indrois valleys. Under the trees, with your feet on the sand and your eyes on the water... discover the Chambourg countryside!
Le Gué du Grain
5.47 mi
+138 ft
-135 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Chambourg-sur-Indre (Indre-et-Loire)
In the heart of a vast wooded area in the countryside of Chambourg-sur-Indre, you can set off on a 100% nature walk, mainly in the shade of the trees. A few steps across fields and through the hamlets of Chambourg will take you into the woods, where you may have the chance to spot a deer or other forest dwellers.