Saint-Plantaire walks

Enjoy a walk in the village of Saint-Plantaire to discover the surrounding countryside while searching for the famous sculptures that are part of the commune's heritage. This route is part of the "À la rencontre de la sculpture" selection, a project aimed at promoting both the heritage and culture of Saint-Plantaire! Can you find them all?

This walk starts at the Éguzon dam power station and ends at Jarrige and its wash house. You will then discover Châteaubrun and the Fontaine des Seigneurs. Exceptional views await you at the Cassecou viewpoint, followed by the footbridge built for the 2024 Summer Olympics. You will walk along the banks of the Creuse before arriving at the foot of the imposing dam and ending at a viewpoint where you can admire it.

This beautiful hike allows you to discover Lake Éguzon, the steep slopes of the Creuse Valley covered with moors where heather, gorse and broom bloom, and the steep cliffs of the Fileuse rock with breathtaking views of the confluence of the Creuse and Sédelle rivers and the Crozant fortress.The descent to Crozant follows the Sentier des Arts, a trail dotted with works carved into the local rock by five sculptors. Return via St-Jallet and the surrounding countryside.

This hike allows you to discover the surroundings of the village of Cuzion, the Chéron moor, part of the Creuse gorges that you overlook at La Roche-Bat-en-l'eau, then you follow the river to the impressive Éguzon dam and its power station.The return journey takes you to La Jarrige and its beautiful wash house, down to the mysterious Fontaine des Seigneurs, then up to the intriguing Château de Châteaubrun and the sculptures of its current owner.

A fairly demanding long loop that allows you to walk along or above the Creuse and discover its tributary, the Petite Creuse. Monet painted these banks many times, and with good reason! This hike is best done when the trees are still bare. IBP56 rating

A very pleasant walk to discover the beautiful village of Gargilesse, its eponymous river and the banks of the Creuse.

Circular route with a long return trip along the Creuse, on the heights then on the riverbank, passing by the Belvédère de la Roche-Bat-en-l'Eau.

This hike through the valley of painters allows you to discover a stretch of the Petite Creuse and Creuse rivers, as well as numerous viewpoints that have been a source of inspiration for many painters. This is a family-friendly hike with numerous benches and tables, as well as information panels along the way explaining the paintings created in this part of the valley.

A round trip along the Creuse, along the riverbank and then up to the heights offering beautiful views.

A hike/walk in a magnificent site that has inspired many Impressionist painters. Beautiful views of the Creuse valley.

This lovely walk allows you to explore the surroundings of the village of Badecon-le-Pin, including some picturesque buildings, a superb view of the Pin loop formed by the Creuse river and the Roche-Bat-L'Aigue dam. Please note: this walk is classified as easy, but two sections (4) and (5) may be difficult for young children or people with reduced mobility (see description and practical information)

This is a lovely walk to discover the village of Cluis and its surroundings, including Saint-Paxent Church, the remains of its feudal castle and its viaduct.

A walk to discover the Bolivian artist and his works, in the church and the studio.

This walk allows you to discover the commune of Le Pêchereau, which borders Argenton-sur-Creuse. Starting from the old town hall, it takes you to the new one in the beautiful Château de Courbat, then along the Creuse river, up to the heights overlooking the valley, through woods and meadows, and finally to Grand Pêchereau, the highest part of the town.

A walk through the old town, along the banks of the Creuse and up to the Chapelle de la Bonne-Dame.

Admire Argenton from the Bonne Dame viewpoint, stroll through its narrow streets, climb the stairs to enjoy the view from the Merle Blanc, and take a leisurely walk along the banks of the Creuse river.

This hike offers a glimpse of the Bouzanne valley and the surrounding countryside of Neuvy-Saint-Sépulchre, ending with a tour of the village's heritage, including the magnificent 12th-century Basilica of Saint-Etienne.