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Talmont-Saint-Hilaire walks
Marshland and castle in Talmont-Saint-Hilaire
Visorando Member 
7.04 mi
+157 ft
-187 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Talmont-Saint-Hilaire (Vendée)
This route will introduce you to the town of Talmont with its marshes fed by the Payré River, which flows through the village of Talmont, also famous for its castle built by Richard the Lionheart.
The Guittière marshes
Visorando Member 4.39 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Talmont-Saint-Hilaire (Vendée)
Discover the Guittière marshes and Port de la Guittière, and sample oysters (with tasting) from the producers.
Dune, forest, Veillon marsh
Visorando Member 
3.74 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Talmont-Saint-Hilaire (Vendée)
Hike along the dunes, forest and marshes. A biotope waiting to be discovered.
La Pointe du Payré
Visorando Member 
3.00 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Jard-sur-Mer (Vendée)
A short hike for lovers of unspoilt nature.
Towards Saint-Jean d'Orbestier Abbey
Visorando Member 
8.15 mi
+164 ft
-138 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Talmont-Saint-Hilaire (Vendée)
An easy and pleasant circular route from the port of Bourgenay via Orbestier Abbey. You will discover pleasant and peaceful paths in the first part after crossing Bourgenay following the mixed trail.
The return journey is along the seafront, taking you past the Bois de Saint-Jean before diving down to Cayola Bay and its footbridge, then following the coastline to the car park at the end of the route.
Important: see practical information.
From Jard-sur-Mer to Saint-Vincent-sur-Jard
Visorando Member 
6.04 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Jard-sur-Mer (Vendée)
In Jard-sur-Mer, you can explore Sainte-Radegonde Church and Sainte-Anne Chapel, catch a glimpse of the miniature Eiffel Tower (in summer) and the Moulin de Conchette, and stroll along the beautiful Boisvinet Beach.
Continuing along the coast on the coastal path, the route will then take you to Clémenceau’s house in Saint-Vincent-sur-Jard.
The return journey to Jard-sur-Mer will then take you through the national forest.
Tour of Lake Finfarine
Visorando Member 
5.73 mi
+128 ft
-108 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Poiroux (Vendée)
Enjoyable walk around the Finfarine dam lake in Poiroux (85) with numerous shaded paths.
Two circuits are available:
- a short 7 km circuit,
- a long 9 km circuit.
La route de la Vertonne in Grosbreuil
Visorando Member 
6.53 mi
+98 ft
-72 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Grosbreuil (Vendée)
Circular to the east of the village of Grosbreuil with typical Vendée bocage landscapes. Calm and relaxing, it allows you to discover a diverse flora, a beautiful sunken path and the trail called "Sentier des Gaulois" (Gaulish Trail).
From the wash house to the dolmen in Longeville
Visorando Member 
5.78 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Longeville-sur-Mer (Vendée)
A short, easy walk to discover an old windmill, the little Courolles wash house set amongst the greenery, and the Grand Bouillac Dolmen.
Start and finish 200 m from Bouil Beach in the commune of Longeville.
From Puits d'Enfer to Cayola
Visorando Member 
4.52 mi
+118 ft
-141 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Château-d'Olonne (Vendée)
A hike along the Atlantic coast, from Les Sables d'Olonne to Château d'Olonne. In all seasons, preferably during days of high tides, to admire the surf at Puits d'Enfer.
Menhirs and Dolmens of Le Bernard
Visorando Member 
6.98 mi
+75 ft
-85 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Le Bernard (Vendée)
Hike through the countryside of the commune of Le Bernard to discover six dolmens, including the largest in the Vendée (the Frébouchère dolmen), four menhirs and a Gallo-Roman tower. Information panels are provided at each site. A significant part of the circuit is on tarmac. Can also be done by mountain bike.
Balade insolite dans le quartier de l'île et le quartier de Chaume
Visorando Member 
4.35 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Les Sables-d'Olonne (Vendée)
Vous aimez les découvertes originales et insolites ?
Profitez de votre séjour aux Sables-d'Olonne pour vous balader dans le Quartier de l'île de Penotte, un lieu atypique et haut en couleur qui ne laisse personne indifférent !
Rejoignez le quartier de la Chaume qui est le cœur historique des Sables-d’Olonne en utilisant "La passeur".
La Chaume – Sauveterre circular loop
Visorando Member 
12.17 mi
+33 ft
-26 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Les Sables-d'Olonne (Vendée)
A lovely walk through woods, marshes and beaches.
Seafront at Les Sables-d'Olonne
Visorando Member 
6.01 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Les Sables-d'Olonne (Vendée)
From the small jetty to the Puits d'Enfer, discover the seafront of Les Sables-d'Olonne.
The marshes of Île d'Olonne
Visorando Member 
8.53 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from L'Île-d'Olonne (Vendée)
A very pleasant walk in the Île d'Olonne Marshes Nature Reserve. You are likely to see herons and other species.
The salt flower trail
Visorando Member 
3.30 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from L'Île-d'Olonne (Vendée)
Set off to explore the Marais des Olonnes.
The Aubigny Botanical Trail
Visorando Member 
3.47 mi
+56 ft
-52 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Aubigny (Vendée) (Vendée)
A short, easy walk of about an hour on the outskirts of Aubigny.
In addition to its botanical interest, with some remarkable species, the fauna is not to be outdone. You may encounter a deer as surprised as you are by this encounter, a cuckoo, a bird of prey or even a chorus of toads. On the historical side, there is a small stone fountain, once the water source for the village of Mortevieille.
Around the Grouin du Cou Lighthouse
Visorando Member 
5.45 mi
+180 ft
-180 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from La Tranche-sur-Mer (Vendée)
Enjoy the woods and beach at La Tranche-sur-Mer.
Please note: part of the route runs along the beach and is not accessible at high tide. In this case, you can start from point (6) and reach point (2) via the forest paths.
Aubigny Botanical Trail
Visorando Member 5.67 mi
+69 ft
-66 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Aubigny (Vendée) (Vendée)
A circular walk through the bocage countryside with hidden biodiversity along the way, so keep your eyes peeled for the early purple orchid, the greater asphodel and numerous pollarded trees. The walk is described starting from the “Église” bus stop, but the route begins at the car park of the Aubigny sports complex.