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Saran walks
The Parcours des Brosses in Saran
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9.55 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saran (Loiret)
A walk taking us on a tour of the village of Saran, its castle, lakes, church and various rural and woodland landscapes.
Circular in the Forest of Orléans from Chanteau
7.10 mi
+69 ft
-66 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Chanteau (Loiret)
A walk under the canopy of majestic trees, following the greenway through the grounds of the remarkable Château de Charbonnière and the national forest.
From Orléans to Meung-sur-Loire along the banks of the Loire and the Loiret
12.58 mi
+79 ft
-112 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Orléans (Loiret)
The route follows a quiet path running along the left bank of the Loire, as well as the banks of the Pie and the Loiret. It offers the chance to explore the Île de Saint-Pryvé-Saint-Mesmin nature reserve, home to numerous species of migratory and resident birds.
Between the lake and the Loiret in Saint Pryvé
3.68 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pryvé-Saint-Mesmin (Loiret)
A lovely shaded walk where you can discover the mills lining the Loiret river and Lake Saint Pryvé. Several restaurants welcome you on the riverbank.
Route de la Motte aux Sauniers
6.51 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Jean-de-Braye (Loiret)
Starting from Charbonnières Park in the Orléans Forest, also known for its château, the route leads along the banks of the Bionne, a pretty stream with silvery reflections, and to the gates of the Château de Plissay, built in the pure Restoration style.
Bois de l'Île trail
4.47 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Denis-en-Val (Loiret)
A stroll between the Loire and former gravel pits where nature has quietly reclaimed its rights. The water bodies have gradually been colonised by a diverse range of wildlife, making the Bois de l'Île a rich nature reserve. The ruins of the Château de l'Isle, witness to the wrath of the Loire, are sure to amaze you.
From Pointe de Courpain to the mills of the Loiret
7.00 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pryvé-Saint-Mesmin (Loiret)
Located in the Saint-Mesmin nature reserve, at the confluence of the Loire and Loiret rivers, the Pointe de Courpain is known for its cool climate and exceptionally diverse wildlife. You will never tire of admiring the mills on the Loiret river as they change with the seasons.
Around Bou
13.61 mi
+56 ft
-52 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Combleux (Loiret)
A family walk between the Loire and the Canal de la Loire. Alternating between woodland, fields and canal banks.
The canal banks and locks welcome us with open arms. We can see barges moored on the banks of the Loire, the bird island with the different species of our region and, if we are there at the right time of year, we will be lucky enough to see them nesting. Sandy beaches welcome us for a short break. And finally, we can enjoy the tranquillity of the canal banks.
Between the wild banks of the Loiret and the orchards of Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Mesmin
6.97 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Mesmin (Loiret)
The Loiret river conceals a few secrets hidden in the greenery. To see for yourself, simply follow the trail that runs along its left bank at Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Mesmin, upstream from where it meets the Loire.
The Loire from Fourneaux to Saint-Ay, between the Rollin and the Mauve
5.61 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Chaingy (Loiret)
Nature and culture go hand in hand on the banks of the Loire, between Fourneaux-Plage and Saint-Ay. The landscapes of the Loire, both at water level and higher up, are so beautiful, sometimes breathtaking, that it is easy to understand why the bishops of Orléans and famous men of letters came here on holiday.
Moulins du Loiret from the Parc du Donjon
8.91 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Olivet (Loiret)
Well known to the people of Loiret, the charming, shaded walkway of the mills of the Loiret never fails to surprise those who discover it, a place shaped by milling activities that continued for centuries. It is an opportunity to enjoy the calm, cool waters of the river, explore the network of Olivet's narrow streets and appreciate the Donjon and Poutyl parks.
Circular route through vineyards and orchards around Mareau-aux-Prés
7.13 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Mareau-aux-Prés (Loiret)
A walk through the vineyards and orchards around Mareau-aux-Prés, best enjoyed in autumn to take in the colours of the different plots. Ideal for a family outing.
The Loire from Mareau-aux-Prés
7.24 mi
+52 ft
-56 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Mareau-aux-Prés (Loiret)
This walk takes you to the left bank of the Loire, a prime spot for spotting beavers and the many species of birds that inhabit the river’s shifting islands. It can be enjoyed throughout the year.
Between Beauce and Mauves from Huisseau-sur-Mauves
6.37 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Huisseau-sur-Mauves (Loiret)
Starting from Huisseau-sur-Mauves, a village built around a huge castle, this is an easy walk between the Beauce plateau and the Mauves. These streams flow all year round amidst superb vegetation. Best enjoyed in spring or early summer when the splashes of colour from the various crops break up the monotony of the plateau.
The Bou circuit via Les Grands Billons
12.15 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Mardié (Loiret)
This superb circular route runs along the right bank of the Loire for over six kilometres. Narrow paths, almost right up against the water’s edge, offer magnificent views of the wild river, its flora and fauna.
The second part of this circular route follows paths through a wide variety of landscapes, including vast plains, woodland and forests. It ends at the banks of the Canal d’Orléans and the pretty Venelle des Lilas.
Don’t forget your binoculars.
Mardié retains all its Cens
7.48 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Mardié (Loiret)
Between the Canal d'Orléans and the meanders of the Loire, not forgetting a short detour along the Cens, the route opens up onto the town of Chécy, perched on the banks of the Loire.
Morchêne Park and Stream in Saint-Cyr-en-Val
5.01 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Cyr-en-Val (Loiret)
This walk begins at Morchêne Park in Saint-Cyr-en-Val, with its château, tennis courts, pétanque and beach volleyball courts, and fitness trail, then follows the stream of the same name.
A tree-lined route, very pleasant for a family walk south of the Orléans conurbation.
Around Mézières-lez-Cléry
11.91 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Mézières-lez-Cléry (Loiret)
A walk in the heart of the forest where nature awaits.
The marl pit trail from Mezières-lez-Cléry
6.15 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Mézières-lez-Cléry (Loiret)
It is mainly a forest route that recalls the major development work carried out in Sologne, which began in the second half of the 19th century when marl was extracted and then transported by horse-drawn carts to improve the acidic soil.
The Limère sinkholes
2.05 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Ardon (Loiret) (Loiret)
The Limère sinkhole park is home to a regional curiosity: sinkholes, underground cavities recognisable by a slight depression colonised by unique vegetation. This short getaway, just a stone's throw from the town of Orléans-la-Source, is not only for geology enthusiasts but for all lovers of natural parks that inspire calm and rest.
A circular route in Sologne starting from the Parc des Dolines de Limère
9.31 mi
+26 ft
-23 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ardon (Loiret) (Loiret)
A route mainly through woodland, criss-crossing cultivated areas in this northern part of Sologne, which boasts some fertile land. The first part of the route skirts the vast Villiers estate from the Parc des Dolines de Limère, a stone’s throw from the town of Orléans-la-Source. An opportunity to get some fresh air in the shade of chestnut, oak and Scots pine trees.
From Cléry-Saint-André to the Butte des Élus
5.65 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Cléry-Saint-André (Loiret)
A circular leading from the Basilica of Cléry-Saint-André, known for its architecture and history, to the enigmatic Butte des Élus, a burial mound dating back to the Iron Age. It is ideal for a family walk in the Val d'Ardoux.
Cléry-Saint-André circular along the banks of the Loire via La Verdaille
8.38 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cléry-Saint-André (Loiret)
From Cléry-Saint-André, this circular route leads to the wild banks of the Loire, just like the walk “From Cléry-Saint-André to the wild banks of the Loire (1)”, but the return route follows theGR®655East further west. It offers beautiful views of the Loire and allows you to appreciate the rich flora and fauna of its banks and islands.
Les Mauves near Meung-sur-Loire
12.07 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Meung-sur-Loire (Loiret)
A discreet beauty that is often overlooked, the Mauves de Meung-sur-Loire branch is nonetheless a curiosity. The hike runs alongside and crosses the riparian forest, a corridor of vegetation consisting mainly of alders, ash trees and poplars. Consisting of three circular loops, the hike offers several possible variations.
From Meung-sur-Loire to Orléans via the GR®3
11.81 mi
+59 ft
-36 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Meung-sur-Loire (Loiret)
TheGR®®3offers beautiful views of the royal river and its islands. Running along the right bank of the Loire, it reveals some vestiges of the Loire's maritime past, the cellars where wine was stored and the wine press house, not to mention the magnificent church of La Chapelle-Saint-Mesmin overlooking the river.