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Torfou walks
Route of the Battle of Torfou via the Sèvre Nantaise
Tourist office
7.54 mi
+344 ft
-344 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Torfou (Maine-et-Loire)
This circular route crosses the Torfou countryside and runs alongside the Sèvre Nantaise stream. It offers diverse landscapes with rivers and ponds, then a path passing by the Pierre Tournisse and offering a view of the Château de Barbe Bleue, so nicknamed because of its most infamous resident, Gilles de Rais.
Route des Roches in Torfou
3.52 mi
+75 ft
-75 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Torfou (Maine-et-Loire)
Discover the charming village of Torfou on the banks of the Sèvre Nantaise. With a rich history and a heritage shaped by the Wars of the Vendée, Torfou boasts an exceptional setting that invites you to relax and unwind amongst its wooded paths, streams and unobstructed views over the fields.
Route of interpretation of the Battle of Torfou
5.49 mi
+269 ft
-243 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Torfou (Maine-et-Loire)
A superb route, ideal for families looking to introduce their youngest children to walking. The route is divided into stages with information panels. Perfect for older children too, as a way to learn more about the Battle of Torfou and the Wars of the Vendée whilst out on a walk.
The Colonne circular loop in Torfou
4.58 mi
+213 ft
-213 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Torfou (Maine-et-Loire)
A pleasant walk taking in beautiful tree-lined avenues with sections through the woods, passing through villages and following the course of the River Sèvre Nantaise. In terms of historical interest, you’ll discover Couboureau Castle and the Torfou Column (commemorating the Battle of Torfou during the War in the Vendée).
East of Tiffauges via Le Longeron
Visorando Member
7.91 mi
+564 ft
-558 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Torfou (Maine-et-Loire)
Starting from Tiffauges and its feudal castle ruins, we set off along the beautiful Sèvre stream to the south of Le Longeron. The return journey is initially along small roads and then along paths again.
From La Grossière to Tiffauges
5.62 mi
+187 ft
-194 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Boussay (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
Apart from the start on a small road, this short hike mainly follows both banks of the Sèvre Nantaise in a setting that I never tire of, whatever the season or time of day.
Circular route between Tiffauges and Boussay along the Sèvre river
9.69 mi
+440 ft
-413 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Tiffauges (Vendée)
This route offers magnificent views of Tiffauges Castle, especially at the end, or what remains of it, the famous Bluebeard's Castle.
It runs largely along the Sèvre Nantaise stream.
Note that this route can be shortened halfway by taking the Pont de la Grossière bridge. This halves the time and distance for little legs.
On the other hand, the second part is wilder and more bucolic.
La Poinsetière circular loop via Moulin Bas Charbonneau
7.70 mi
+361 ft
-377 ft
3h 50
Easy
Departure from La Bruffière (Vendée)
This circular walk takes you first through wooded countryside, then across a cultivated plateau before reaching the Sèvre Nantaise valley, which you’ll follow twice. The walk is mainly along footpaths, and the few roads you do take are very quiet. You’ll therefore be free from the noise of civilisation.
Circular of the Sèvre Nantaise valley in Mortagne
15.69 mi
+830 ft
-846 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Tiffauges (Vendée)
This long circular route takes a full day to complete. It forms part of a network of routes that, through several circular loops of varying lengths, allows you to explore the magnificent Sèvre Nantaise valley between Clisson and Mortagne-sur-Sèvre. This section starts at the Moulin de la Roche in the commune of Tiffauges, continues to the foot of Mortagne and returns via different paths, whilst always favouring the banks of the Sèvre. Please note! The path passing through the point (19) has been impassable for at least a year (2025). To be continued...
The Sèvre stream around Longeron and Saint-Aubin-des-Ormeaux
7.79 mi
+591 ft
-594 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Tiffauges (Vendée)
This is not the Calvary route, but there are many calvaries along this route between the countryside and the riverbank. The route includes as many paths as possible and a few very peaceful minor roads when there is no other choice.
The banks of the Sèvre
5.66 mi
+390 ft
-381 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Longeron (Maine-et-Loire)
Set off to explore ancient mills and the Grotte à Brunet cave along this wild trail. This 9 km walk offers many points of interest along the river.
/! Due to a rockfall and the potential risk of further rockfalls, the Les Bords de Sèvre au Longeron hiking trail is closed to traffic at Gallard, between (4) and (5). This traffic ban is valid until further notice /!
The banks of the Sèvre in the land of Bluebeard
6.87 mi
+374 ft
-400 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Le Longeron (Maine-et-Loire)
A family walk along the banks of the Sèvre Stream, one of the most beautiful rivers in this region.
Circular from Boussay to Tiffauges
10.68 mi
+335 ft
-335 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from La Bruffière (Vendée)
This circular route takes us from Boussay to Tiffauges, close to the beautiful Sèvre Nantaise valley, and returns via very peaceful country lanes.
Along the Sèvre Nantaise around La Bruffière
9.31 mi
+341 ft
-364 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Bruffière (Vendée)
This walk is circular and starts at La Bruffière, passing through the vineyards and following the Sèvre Nantaise. The elevation gain is not significant.
Foulques Nerra in Montfaucon-Montigné
8.55 mi
+499 ft
-502 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-sur-Moine (Maine-et-Loire)
Foulques Nerra, the name of the Count of Anjou who, at the end ofthe 10th century, had a wooden castle built on a motte—formed from the earth excavated to dig the moat—to protect his territory. A feudal motte can be seen near the start. Let yourself be lulled by the Moine as it flows past during this route.
The ‘circular tour of Bornéo’ in the commune of Roussay
8.52 mi
+282 ft
-305 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Roussay (Maine-et-Loire)
The island of Borneo, its tropical forests, its white sandy beaches, the South China Sea. But why this name in our Mauges countryside? Borneo was the name once given to a section of this path. Perhaps the name is derived from ‘bornage’ (boundary marking), as this section marks the boundary between Torfou and Montfaucon-Montigné.
Circular from Saint-Aubin-des-Ormeaux to Mortagne-Sur-Sèvre
10.38 mi
+495 ft
-525 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Aubin-des-Ormeaux (Vendée)
This hike begins with a series of small roads with no traffic and paths to Mortagne-Sur-Sèvre, then returns along the Sèvre river as much as possible, i.e. almost all the time, except at the end to return to the starting point.
From Saint-Crespin-sur-Moine to Monfaucon
8.37 mi
+390 ft
-377 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Crespin-sur-Moine (Maine-et-Loire)
An easy hike starting from Saint-Crespin-sur-Moine, which begins on the banks of the Moine and goes to Monfaucon, returning north via as many paths as possible.
La Pierre de l'Écuelle in Saint-Crespin-sur-Moine
7.12 mi
+289 ft
-302 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Crespin-sur-Moine (Maine-et-Loire)
Marked trail starting from Rue du Gaudu, which runs along the Moine river via the Pierre de l'Écuelle. This legendary rock is said to bear the engraved image of the devil's plate and knife...
The Serpillette circular in Saint-Crespin-sur-Moine
5.79 mi
+243 ft
-243 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Crespin-sur-Moine (Maine-et-Loire)
A signposted trail stretching over 11 km through the countryside on one side and a path along the River Moine on the other. You will also have the opportunity to stroll around the village of Saint Crespin-sur-Moine, where you can see the former Maison du Mineur et des Énergies and the Chapelle des Ecluseaux.
Circular Aiguefou Valley tour in Saint-Germain-sur-Moine
4.53 mi
+141 ft
-164 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Germain-sur-Moine (Maine-et-Loire)
This is a lovely route that takes you along country lanes and a path alongside the Aiguefou stream (a tributary of the Moine). You will also pass two historic fountains.
L'Annerie (Ânerie) and the Moulin Rousselin
7.15 mi
+259 ft
-259 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Gétigné (Loire-Atlantique)
A beautiful hike with a few very small roads in the first third of the route, then only paths, particularly along the banks of the Sèvre. It is part of a series of loops that allow you to explore the banks of the Sèvre.
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