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Saint-Malo-de-Guersac walks
Walk in Grande Brière around Saint-Malo-de-Guersac
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4.56 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Malo-de-Guersac (Loire-Atlantique)
Walk along the edge of the Grande Brière. As you circle the village, you will discover meadows sometimes flooded by the rising spring waters, separated by the canals you will be walking alongside. In Rozé, you can climb up to a viewpoint to enjoy a view of the entire Grande Brière.
Route of the large islands
24.91 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Joachim (Loire-Atlantique)
Discover the islands of Saint-Joachim and some of the islands of Saint-Malo-de-Guersac by bike, with some beautiful views of the Brière marshes.
Strolling around Saint-Nazaire
6.06 mi
+30 ft
-33 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
Discover the many facets of the city: the port, museums, the Loire estuary, the beach, beautiful mansions, parks and shopping streets.
From the Petit Maroc to Monsieur Hulot beach
12.68 mi
+689 ft
-686 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
A route to walk alongside the Loire River as it flows into the Atlantic Ocean. In Saint-Nazaire-Plage, the seaside promenade is very popular with Nazairians. It is open to the Loire estuary and its maritime traffic. Further on, on the beautiful coastal path, open to the south, and shaded by pine trees, you sometimes have the feeling of being on the edge of the Mediterranean.
⚠️ Hiking poles prohibited on the Nazairian coastal path
From Petit Maroc to the Parc Paysager in Saint-Nazaire
4.53 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
This very easy walk takes you past some of Saint-Nazaire’s most iconic sights: the Loire and the harbour, the Place des Quatre z’horloges, the town hall, the landscaped park, the Jardin des Plantes, the Havane district, the Boulevard de Mer, the Petit Maroc, the outer harbour and its tugboats.
Sea, town, countryside and banks of the Loire, starting from Saint-Brévin-les-Pins
7.16 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Brevin-les-Pins (Loire-Atlantique)
A pleasant walk starting from Place Bougainville in St-Brévin-les-Pins, first following the beach southwards, then turning north through the village centre to explore the countryside before returning along the Loire.
Walk around the Étang du Bois Joalland
2.26 mi
+3 ft
-3 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
A walk for the family. On this lake, you can go kayaking and rowing. You’ll come across people out walking, cycling, riding BMX bikes and jogging. Carp fishing is permitted but regulated (see geocarp.com). Introduction to Optimist sailing at the water sports centre.
Whoever you are, you’ll leave feeling happy with your day.
The banks of the Brière at Marlais
8.21 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Herbignac (Loire-Atlantique)
This route runs between the Brière and Mès marshes. These two protected wetlands are home to numerous birds, which you may spot along the way.
Le Calvaire – Bodio – town centre
7.77 mi
+177 ft
-180 ft
3h 45
Easy
Departure from Pontchâteau (Loire-Atlantique)
Walk around Pontchâteau and the surrounding area – Le Calvaire – Bodio – Return via Pontchâteau town centre
You can ask for a map of the Calvary walk at the Tourist Information Office before you set off, or download it from the internet.
The Gagneries de la Chapelle des Marais circuit
8.32 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-des-Marais (Loire-Atlantique)
Farming in the marshes has always relied on mowing and grazing the meadows when they were no longer covered in water. Cows prefer dry land to the aquatic environment, and providing them with winter refuge areas is key to ensuring the continuation of this farming practice. This route invites you to discover the pastures of La Chapelle des Marais.
Walk through the woods of Pontchâteau
3.05 mi
+118 ft
-141 ft
1h 30
Moderate
Departure from Pontchâteau (Loire-Atlantique)
A Sunday stroll through the woods of Coët-Roz, the venue for the French, European and World Cyclo-cross Championships. Nature and bird lovers will be in their element. Mountain bikers will appreciate the challenging terrain. Another special mountain bike route is described.
Around the Brivet from Pontchâteau
16.20 mi
+328 ft
-328 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Pontchâteau (Loire-Atlantique)
This walk will take you on a journey of discovery around the Pontchâteau area, winding your way along the River Brivet. The route mainly follows easily accessible paths, with a few sections on roads with very little traffic. You’ll encounter plenty of wildlife and a wide variety of vegetation. Please note that after heavy rain, the banks of the Brivet may be flooded.
From the bocage to the coast at Saint-Nazaire
10.90 mi
+463 ft
-492 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
A lovely walk that will allow you to discover the Nazaire countryside and the riches of the coast, whilst tracing history through the remains of the Second World War as well as prehistoric times.
