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Saint-Sulpice-de-Ruffec – Saint-Gourson
Visorando Member
7.77 mi
+433 ft
-436 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Sulpice-de-Ruffec (Charente)
A varied route starting from Saint-Sulpice-de-Ruffec, including a section through the woods of Saint-Gourson. Meadows, woods, dirt tracks and forest paths, passing near the source of the Tiarde, and more. You’ll find everything you need to discover the heart of the Charente Limousine region.
Parcours "Au fil de nos histoires" à Saint-Sulpice-de-Ruffec
2.08 mi
+141 ft
-125 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sulpice-de-Ruffec (Charente)
Ce parcours, prochainement agrémenté de questions numériques, permet de découvrir en 1h30 maximum la commune Saint-Sulpice-de-Ruffec, la plus petite de Charente par sa population (36 habitants).
Saint-Sulpice-de-Ruffec circular loop
3.79 mi
+203 ft
-203 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sulpice-de-Ruffec (Charente)
The smallest commune in Charente in terms of population, Saint-Sulpice-de-Ruffec offers a preserved and diverse setting of typical Charente landscapes: meadows, woods and valleys.
Railway remains between Saint-Gervais and Bois Prémont
2.14 mi
+69 ft
-69 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Nanteuil-en-Vallée (Charente)
A very relaxing walk along an old railway platform, returning via a mule track. The small 12th-century church in Saint-Gervais is exceptionally well preserved.
Around the village of Parzac
3.16 mi
+266 ft
-253 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Parzac (Charente)
A gently undulating and pleasant route along which you will discover the Saint-Roch Fountain and the Ruisseau la Sonnette. The route is mainly open with a few sections through woodland.
Short loop in the Bois de la Bachellerie
3.34 mi
+138 ft
-131 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Cellefrouin (Charente)
A beautiful walk in the Bois de la Bachellerie. These areas are relatively far from any houses and are home to a fairly large amount of wildlife. You can walk at a leisurely pace, as some parts of the trails are well cleared.
Between sunshine and shade in the Randat woods
3.63 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Cellefrouin (Charente)
If you want to walk in a place away from prying eyes and crowds, this walk is for you. Enjoy the green paths and undergrowth as you stroll in peace. You will alternate between shaded and sunny sections.
Walk in the Bois de la Bachellerie in Cellefrouin
5.00 mi
+207 ft
-190 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Cellefrouin (Charente)
A new route to enjoy the flora and fauna up close.
Around 8 km to cover, mainly under the canopy of trees on paths off the beaten track.
In the Bois de la Bachellerie in Cellefrouin
3.73 mi
+102 ft
-121 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Cellefrouin (Charente)
A walk along dirt tracks and forest paths in the Bois de la Bachellerie. An ideal walk in hot weather as it takes place mainly in the undergrowth. Fans of nude hiking will be in their element.
Tribute to the crash of the B17-G Channel Express III
3.38 mi
+85 ft
-85 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Aussac-Vadalle (Charente)
This circuit will take you through wooded and open areas, along dirt and stone paths, and along an old Roman road. Near this road, on 19 June 1944, an American Boeing B17-G bomber crashed at a place called Fond Péron. To commemorate this event, a memorial stone has been erected at the edge of the Roman road. From this stone, signs point to the actual crash site, about 500 metres away to the north, where a small memorial, restored in 2024, awaits your visit in complete tranquillity.
Nature walk in Puymerle
2.91 mi
+79 ft
-79 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Aussac-Vadalle (Charente)
You will be able to walk in complete tranquillity on most of this route, which takes you off the beaten track.If you enjoy relaxed walking, this hike is for you.
Stade-Chalet des Biches in Cellettes
4.16 mi
+69 ft
-69 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Cellettes (Charente)
Short walk in the Boixe forest.
After a glimpse of the village and its castle, you will walk along a hunting ground with its refuge... Then you will venture into the Boixe Forest, following grassy paths, one of which has been turned into a botanical trail...
Near the Pierre du Sacrifice site, you can visit the well-restored Tumulus...
Route du Père de la Brosse
Tourist office
6.40 mi
+187 ft
-167 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Jauldes (Charente)
Twenty kilometres north of Angoulême, Jauldes has preserved its beautiful rural heritage. Between fields and forests, take the time to linger in its charming villages with their old buildings made of small, typical limestone blocks.
Montalembert circular route via the Montée Rouge
5.64 mi
+282 ft
-285 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Montalembert (Deux-Sèvres)
This walk offers the chance to discover a geological curiosity: the Montalembert Horst. Oriented along the granite axis of the Armorican Massif and the Massif Central – that is, north-west to south-east – it forms a remarkable hill (186 m high), 9 km long and 1 km wide, with wooded slopes and red clay soils (used for making roof tiles and growing chestnut trees).
Cherves Route
4.24 mi
+197 ft
-220 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Jauldes (Charente)
Located 20 km north of Angoulême, Jauldes has successfully preserved a vibrant rural heritage, which you can discover on this short walk around Cherves.
Along the Charente from Saint-Pierre-d'Éxideuil to Civray
10.90 mi
+256 ft
-246 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-d'Exideuil (Vienne)
Discover the Charente valley through its castles, churches, bridges, mills, roads and fountains, guided by the sound of flowing water.
A walk in the countryside near Lorigné
2.96 mi
+115 ft
-112 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Lorigné (Deux-Sèvres)
A short walk combining heritage discoveries with a chance to enjoy nature. It takes in several wells, a pond, bread ovens, remarkable trees and a beautiful viewpoint.
Hike in the footsteps of the Yvracoise (intermediate route)
6.14 mi
+138 ft
-141 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Yvrac-et-Malleyrand (Charente)
The municipality of Yvrac and Malleyrand organises a mountain bike and walking event every Easter Monday. Registration is from 8.00 am to 10.00 am. Three routes are available: 7.5, 10 and 13 km; I recommend the medium route (10 km).