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Saint-Sauvant (Vienne) walks
In the Saint-Sauvant State Forest
Visorando Member
4.56 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sauvant (Vienne) (Vienne)
Explore the Saint-Sauvant Forest on this easy walk.
Discovering the heritage of Poitou between Chenay and Breuil
5.84 mi
+98 ft
-102 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Chenay (Deux-Sèvres) (Deux-Sèvres)
Two towns, Chenay and Brieuil, enjoyed their heyday in the Middle Ages: they retain a rich heritage from that period. This walk offers a glimpse of these two towns as well as the plateau through which the Sèvre Niortaise has carved its course.
West of Pamproux
4.22 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Pamproux (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk to explore the village of Pamproux and its points of interest, such as the Chabanne wash house and fountain, traditional buildings and Saint-Maixent Church. The route stretches along the Pamproux stream, towards its source (which varies with the seasons), offers beautiful scenery on the western side of the village, and allows you to discover a local curiosity, the Moulin de Pouillet.
The Mélusine trail in Lusignan
5.61 mi
+285 ft
-285 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Lusignan (Vienne)
Mostly a forest walk, with a visit to the town centre of Lusignan.
The Planets Route in Lusignan
2.91 mi
+154 ft
-154 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Lusignan (Vienne)
A lovely short route combining a tour of the village of Lusignan with long stretches through the adjoining forest: the Grand Parc. It is dotted with small information boards explaining the planets of our solar system. Every step you take on this route is equivalent to 700,000 km! You’ll realise that Neptune really is a long way away from us! Ideal for a family outing.
Around the Sèvre Niortaise between La Mothe-Saint-Héray and Bagnault
7.03 mi
+167 ft
-164 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Exoudun (Deux-Sèvres)
In this hedgerow-dotted countryside, at the heart of Protestant country, where water and stone alternate, the paths wind through contrasting landscapes steeped in history. This walk will allow you to discover wash-house fountains, a ‘donkey bridge’ (stone bridge), a dolmen and numerous examples of traditional built heritage, including farmhouses and the Château d’Exoudun.
Leisurely walk between Exoudun and Bagnault
2.97 mi
+59 ft
-59 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Exoudun (Deux-Sèvres)
A peaceful walk between Exoudun and Bagnault, allowing you to discover two villages with a rich heritage, very pleasant and full of little surprises (wash houses, bread oven).
Exoudun, Bagnault and Brieuil, a major centre of Protestantism in the Poitou region
6.93 mi
+289 ft
-272 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Exoudun (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk through a key centre of Protestantism, taking in the pretty village of Brieuil and the charming market town of Exoudun with its bubbling fountain. Varied landscapes in peaceful countryside, both along the banks of the Sèvre Niortaise and on the surrounding plateau. Along the route, views of Brieuil Castle (private) and the Brieuil wash house.
Autour de Jazeneuil
6.48 mi
+223 ft
-226 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Jazeneuil (Vienne)
Petite randonnée au départ de Jazeneuil avec des paysage variés, des parties dégagées, des chemins creux à faire en toutes saisons pour découvrir châteaux, maisons médiéval, fontaines.
Around Cloué
7.13 mi
+177 ft
-174 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Cloué (Vienne)
This walk, starting from Sainte-Théodosie Church, will take you in the footsteps of Melusine along paths that are sometimes open and through woodland on the outskirts of Lusignan.
From La Croisée de Furigny to the rivers of Salles
7.77 mi
+322 ft
-328 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Salles (Deux-Sèvres) (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant and original walk around Salles. After passing through the countryside north of the village, this route allows you to explore the banks of the Pamproux along a very natural path via good grassy tracks not shown on the map. This route offers an insight into interesting built and natural heritage (wash houses, springs, old buildings, etc.).
Circular route from the Moulin de Grand Vault to the Gasse aux Grolles
7.81 mi
+256 ft
-256 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from La Mothe-Saint-Héray (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk east of La Mothe-Saint-Héray to the vicinity of Bougon. Starting by following the Sèvre Niortaise for a while, the route climbs onto a plateau, winding its way through a rather idyllic valley. The route continues across the plateau, offering a route through the lowlands with varied landscapes.
Celle-Lévescault circular loop
6.70 mi
+200 ft
-203 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Celle-Lévescault (Vienne)
A peaceful walk, starting in lovely surroundings, featuring a beautiful stone bridge where you can have a picnic at the end of the walk. Highlights along the route include the Protestant cemetery and, in the village, some beautiful old houses.
La Dame de Chambrille from La Mothe-Saint-Héray
6.59 mi
+295 ft
-289 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from La Mothe-Saint-Héray (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk starting from the Porte de la Mothe-Saint-Héray, which is well worth a detour to explore the rolling, green countryside and discover the legend of the Lady of Chambrille. The route also takes in Protestant family cemeteries, wash-house fountains and some fine examples of traditional architecture.
The area around Brégion, starting from Sepvret
6.45 mi
+312 ft
-325 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Sepvret (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk starting from Sepvret, taking in the valleys of the Sèvre Niortaise and the Ruisseau de Fontblance. Along the route, you’ll come across several springs and fountains. You’ll come across the Logis de Foucault after walking alongside the Bois du Côteau. Finally, crossing the plateau after Faugerit offers a glimpse of the agricultural landscape of the Mellois plateau.
La Bouleure
4.92 mi
+177 ft
-194 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Vaux (Vienne) (Vienne)
A very easy walk; we are in Poitou-Charentes, on flat terrain.
The Sèvre Niortaise in the Sepvret area
5.36 mi
+217 ft
-203 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Sepvret (Deux-Sèvres)
This pleasant hike starts in Sepvret and takes you through beautiful landscapes, the sources of the Sèvre Niortaise, wash houses, a small mill and the Bregion dovecote with 2,200 nesting boxes.
A long, wooded circular loop starting from Sepvret
8.25 mi
+243 ft
-253 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Sepvret (Deux-Sèvres)
A walk of no great difficulty, set in wooded countryside with a variety of paths and trails, and small roads offering beautiful scenery. Some sections may be a little muddy if the weather is too wet.
From Les Grandes Fontaines to the Bois de l’Érable and La Roche
5.45 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Sepvret (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant, very scenic walk on the Pillac plateau. The route runs from the Sources de la Sèvre Niortaise, via the Grandes Fontaines wash house, through the Bois de l’Érable and on to the Bois de la Roche.
Circular route around Marigny-Chemereau
5.39 mi
+220 ft
-240 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Marigny-Chemereau (Vienne)
Circular walk in Marigny-Chemereau offering some beautiful views around the Vonne and its valley.
From one spring to another between Lambon and Sèvre Niortaise
6.21 mi
+200 ft
-171 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from La Couarde (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant hike on a plateau between Melle and Saint-Maixent, leading to the sources of the Lambon, one of the sources of the Sèvre Niortaise. This route across varied terrain allows you to enjoy the green, calm and relaxing countryside and discover many examples of the ancient architectural heritage of Poitou-Charentes through a number of well-restored houses and wash houses such as those in Goux and Grandes Fontaines.
In and around the Fosse aux Lions
6.24 mi
+79 ft
-69 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from La Couarde (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk through Protestant country, rich in history, combining paths through sunken lanes, open fields and woods within easy reach of La Couarde. This bocage landscape offers a lovely variety of scenery.
Saint-Vincent-La-Châtre Circular Route
7.21 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Vincent-la-Châtre (Deux-Sèvres)
An easy route over almost flat terrain along grassy paths lined with hedges. The scenery is very varied and mostly away from built-up areas, making for a very pleasant walk.
The Two Fountains Route
6.79 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Léger-de-la-Martinière (Deux-Sèvres)
A lovely walk through varied terrain, passing two springs, the Fontaine du Triangle and the Fontaine de l’Anguillière, and close to the source of the Sèvre Niortaise. This route follows mainly farm tracks with a few sections on minor roads. The landscape is pleasant and varied.
From La Vonne to Bois Pouvreau to Ménigoute
6.64 mi
+243 ft
-246 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Ménigoute (Deux-Sèvres)
Ménigoute has become famous worldwide thanks to FIFO, the ornithological film festival, the38th edition of which took place in late October/early November 2022. The hike (inspired by a hike posted on the Saint-Martin Loisirs association website) follows theGR®®364trail along steep, sometimes narrow paths. You have to use the road, first the D21 (for 900 m) and then the D58 (for 600 m), where you should take care.
Ménigoute and the granite region
3.39 mi
+253 ft
-253 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Ménigoute (Deux-Sèvres)
A short hike near Ménigoute, with beautiful monuments such as the Gothic Boucard Chapel and the Château de Montifault, which also offers beautiful landscapes thanks in particular to the chirons (the local name for granite boulders).
Ménigoute Photo Exhibition 2022
1.73 mi
+131 ft
-151 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Ménigoute (Deux-Sèvres)
For the second year running, the International Ornithological Film Festival is hosting an outdoor exhibition along the paths around the village of Ménigoute. Set off to explore the small sunken paths that surround the village. Fifty photos are spread over a 2.9 km route through the bocage. Pollarded trees, streams, meadows and hedges will surround you along the way. Follow the arrows!
Be sure to wear suitable footwear and clothing.
Around Fomperron
5.09 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Fomperron (Deux-Sèvres)
This walk takes place entirely within the commune of Fomperron. You’ll walk along sections of road (taking care) and pleasant, easy paths. You’ll pass through the village of Le Marchais with its wash house and walk alongside the Bois des Boules.
Four wash-and-water fountains in Saint-Léger-de-la-Martinière
3.55 mi
+115 ft
-105 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Léger-de-la-Martinière (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant little walk offering the chance to discover four beautiful wash-house fountains in the commune of Saint-Léger-de-la-Martinière: the Fontaine du Bignon, the Fontaine au Blanc, the Fontaine de Mouchedune and the Fontaine de Mareuil.
A short walk around Fomperron starting from Le Marchais
6.20 mi
+82 ft
-82 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Fomperron (Deux-Sèvres)
A circular route around Fomperron offering beautiful scenery in this area, which consists of numerous patches of pasture bordered by low hedges and tall trees. There are a few points of interest, such as the Suzon wash house in Le Marchais