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Saint-Vincent-La-Châtre Circular Route
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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.
Circular route from La Lambertière and La Braudière
6.18 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Vincent-la-Châtre (Deux-Sèvres)
A lovely walk starting from Saint-Vincent-la-Châtre, alternating between footpaths and a few sections along minor roads. Ideal for an easy walk after a very wet spell: the route is a variation on another circular route, avoiding the wettest sections.
Beautiful and varied scenery throughout the route.
A circular loop that can be done in all weathers.
The Saint-Coutant and Greenwich meridian circular loop
5.16 mi
+180 ft
-187 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Coutant (Deux-Sèvres) (Deux-Sèvres)
A walk offering varied scenery. It starts from Saint-Coutant, a village situated on the edge of the Melle plateau. It crosses the route of a Roman road and passes directly over the Greenwich meridian.
Circular walk between Chail and Fontivillié
7.64 mi
+125 ft
-125 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Chail (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk through the plains and woods of Chail. This route forms part of the ‘Grand 8’ trail; the other section is located in the former commune of Sompt.
Fountains and wash houses at Mareuil and Mouchedune in Bournaveau
5.52 mi
+135 ft
-105 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Léger-de-la-Martinière (Deux-Sèvres)
A lovely walking route starting from Bournaveau, offering varied scenery (countryside and woodland). This route allows you to discover some of the traditional architecture of southern Deux-Sèvres, notably at La Baudrière (well, bread oven) and two old wash houses at the Mareuil and Mouchedune fountains.
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.
Les Aubuges from Sainte Soline
7.26 mi
+75 ft
-75 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Soline (Deux-Sèvres)
A thoroughly enjoyable walk that takes you from feudal mounds to mills on the River Dive, through the Bignon wetlands and the plain irrigated by the Gué du Rez canal, after exploring the remarkable heritage of the village of Sainte-Soline.
Walk from Gué du Rez d’Abran to Les Grandes Versennes
7.59 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Soline (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk across the Mellois plateau, exploring the cultural and natural heritage. This route takes you past the Gué du Rez d’Abran, which irrigates and drains the plain just a stone’s throw from the Bignon wetland, the Grandes Versennes water reservoir, the Fontaine spring, as well as the church of Sainte-Soline and traditional buildings. This walk takes place in a particularly peaceful and relaxing rural setting.
Circular route from La Caillaudrie to Les Villedonnes, featuring an ancient Roman road
5.72 mi
+177 ft
-187 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Pouffonds (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk through a hilly area south of Pouffonds and across the plateau to the east. This route begins with a walk mainly along small roads until you reach the wonderful village of Coubortiges, with its many well-restored old houses. It continues through the countryside, with its varied crops, in search of an ancient Roman road which you follow in the second half of this walk. This nature-filled route is suitable for all weather conditions.
Pouffonds - Coubortiges and its traditional architecture
5.78 mi
+203 ft
-233 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Pouffonds (Deux-Sèvres)
A lovely, varied route with beautiful sections through woodland or along a river (the Marseillaise). You’ll also discover local crops. As throughout the Pays Mellois, traditional architecture is evident, with a particular highlight being the charming village of Coubortiges.
This route alternates between wide farm tracks, a few sections of narrower paths and links along quiet roads.
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.
Saint-Léger-de-la-Martinière – La Bertramière
6.02 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Léger-de-la-Martinière (Deux-Sèvres)
This moderate-difficulty walk covers part of the Mellois plateau to the north of the town. The starting point is in front of the church of Saint-Léger-de-la-Martinière. The route covers varied terrain, alternating between open countryside and woodland sections. Most of the route follows good-quality paths; only a few sections are on roads, notably when passing through Saint-Léger-de-la-Martinière and La Bertramière.
In the vicinity of the Benedictine Abbey of Les Alleuds
7.25 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Les Alleuds (Deux-Sèvres) (Deux-Sèvres)
This walk takes you along the path used by the people of Melleran to reach Les Alleuds via ‘le Chemin de l’Abbaye’. The route takes you through the Bois du Juge, past the villages and their limestone buildings characteristic of the Pays Mellois, whilst also allowing you to discover a rich heritage of trees: lime, chestnut, oak and walnut, amongst others.
For your information, the word ‘alleu’ dates back to the 10th century and refers to land without a lord.
A tour of Melle along its green belt
3.55 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Melle (Deux-Sèvres) (Deux-Sèvres)
A walk around Melle offering views of its trio of Romanesque churches, a chance to explore two wash houses and the Frankish kings’ silver mines. You’ll walk along the discovery trail through a unique arboretum.
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.
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.
The source of the Lambon and the sources of the Sèvre Niortaise from Sepvret
5.73 mi
+164 ft
-171 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Sepvret (Deux-Sèvres)
A very pleasant walk of around 2½ hours over varied terrain, with no difficulty.
The tarmac sections on very narrow roads, which may sometimes seem a little long, do not spoil this route.
There are numerous springs and wash-house fountains along the route.
In early December, as well as the visual delight, what a pleasure it was underfoot to walk on a thick carpet of fallen leaves as soon as we entered the woodland.
That day we also spotted nine partridges, five roe deer and three does.
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.
Circular of the Three Rivers in Saint-Génard
6.33 mi
+259 ft
-272 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Génard (Deux-Sèvres)
A beautiful walk that takes you across three rivers: the Coudrières stream, the Berlande and the Marseillaise.
The route offers varied landscapes, combining the Mellois plateau with its diverse crops and the valley floors as you cross the three rivers that cut through the plateau in this area.
The Métairie aux Moines circular route, starting from Melle
6.82 mi
+243 ft
-240 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Melle (Deux-Sèvres) (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk, with plenty of shade, along varied paths and small tarmac roads.
(9) Possible alternative route to significantly reduce the distance
Le Quaireux via the green trail
5.93 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Melle (Deux-Sèvres) (Deux-Sèvres)
This route follows part of the Sentier de la Découverte and then the Ruban Vert (Melle–Celles-sur-Belle), which follows the route of the old single-track railway line. A lovely, easy walk along wide paths, shaded for most of the way. Suitable for all weathers.
Old buildings of the Château des Ouches at the Chapel of Saint-Faziol
6.25 mi
+394 ft
-381 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Melle (Deux-Sèvres) (Deux-Sèvres)
A circular walk offering varied scenery with little elevation gain. This hike alternates between footpaths and a few sections on minor roads. It offers views of the Château des Ouches, the Moulin des Ouches and the Chapelle de Saint-Faziol.
La Berlande, springs, wash houses and the Chemin des Romains near Puyberland
4.97 mi
+98 ft
-115 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Génard (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk through a little-visited part of the Mellois plateau, starting from Saint-Génard. Along the route, you’ll discover the Berlande springs at Puyberland, as well as a lovely view of Melzéar Castle beyond Paizay-le-Tort.
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.
Route des Deux Washhouses in Tillou and Sompt
5.87 mi
+157 ft
-184 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Tillou (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant route through varied terrain. Moderate elevation gain. Offers the chance to discover two traditional regional wash houses and historic water-based structures, as well as the resurgence of the Somptueuse.
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.
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.
Huguenot Trails around the Lambon near Beaussais
5.21 mi
+276 ft
-289 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Beaussais (Deux-Sèvres)
The Lambon Valley is a magnet for visitors thanks to its terrain and scenery. The springs and wash houses in its villages punctuate this walk.
Family cemeteries will be visible during this walk, as well as boundary stones evoking the period of the ‘desert’ from 1685 to 1787. Similarly, umbrella pines serve as a welcoming symbol for Protestants.
The tranquillity of the Mellois plateau on the edge of the Bois de Beaussais and the Bois de l’Érable
7.28 mi
+144 ft
-138 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Beaussais (Deux-Sèvres)
This walk allows you to discover the typical landscapes of the Mellois plateau in the Beaussais area, combining fields, woods and a wide variety of environments. Most of the route offers a peaceful setting, ideal for getting close to nature. Furthermore, this walk takes you to a wash house in the hamlet aptly named La Fontaine.
Between fountains and the river near Fontenille-Saint-Martin-d’Entraigues
4.09 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Fontenille-Saint-Martin-d'Entraigues (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk in the Boutonne Valley near Fontenille-Saint-Martin-d’Entraigues. Its moderate length and very gentle gradient make it a family-friendly walk.
This route passes through an area of significant biodiversity, particularly at the Chaumes Pelés, which is a nature reserve home to a diverse range of wildlife and several species of orchids.
Hermitain Forest in La Couarde
6.51 mi
+174 ft
-174 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from La Couarde (Deux-Sèvres)
A beautiful hike over varied terrain: the first part is in the gently rolling hills near La Couarde, followed by the second part through the Hermitain Forest.
This route offers a wealth of discoveries: the Patriarch (a remarkable oak tree), the Font Querré fountain (see the legend described in the "During the hike" section), and the Stèle du Parterre.
From the Hermitain Forest to Trémont, La Villédé and Vivier
7.20 mi
+272 ft
-285 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Couarde (Deux-Sèvres)
A pleasant walk that begins in the Forêt de l'Hermitain, continues through the open countryside near Trémont after following the Chambrille stream, then across the plain near La Villédé and Vivier before returning to the Forêt de l'Hermitain via the Bois de la Gandissière.