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Vernoil-le-Fourrier walks
Route du Black Castle
Tourist office
11.97 mi
+325 ft
-308 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Vernoil-le-Fourrier (Maine-et-Loire)
For nature lovers, enjoy this walk in the heart of a dense forest rich in biodiversity.
The Washerwomen’s Route
5.47 mi
+115 ft
-115 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Courléon (Maine-et-Loire)
Hiking route in the heart of the Courléon State Forest. This hike can be enjoyed in all seasons.
Pleasetake care during the hunting season
In the Courléon Forest
7.77 mi
+246 ft
-233 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Courléon (Maine-et-Loire)
Hiking route in the heart of the Courléon National Forest. This hike can be enjoyed in all seasons.
Please take care during the hunting season
A walk for history and nature lovers in Mouliherne
6.72 mi
+249 ft
-262 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Mouliherne (Maine-et-Loire)
This charming village is the starting point for a nature walk through unspoilt countryside with wooded hills and dotted with heritage sites.
Lake Rillé
Visorando Member
5.23 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Rillé (Indre-et-Loire)
Near the village of Rillé, set off to explore the lake and ride along its shores to admire the superb landscapes, fauna and flora, and why not hop aboard a century-old steam train!
A circular walk through the heart of the Bourgueil vineyards
4.79 mi
+230 ft
-226 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Bourgueil (Indre-et-Loire)
Surrounded by vineyards, Bourgueil offers an exceptional setting for lovers of wine, heritage and nature.
Discover our family trail starting from the Maison des Vins de Bourgueil (free parking).
We offer a 8km circular loop of signposted trails through the vineyards, suitable for all ages.
Finish with a visit to the Maison des Vins, where you can taste the appellation’s wines and/or grape juices.
Stroll in Saumur
4.20 mi
+138 ft
-138 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saumur (Maine-et-Loire)
This beautiful Loire city certainly deserves a more in-depth visit, here it is offered a short discovery loop, a good option for a stopover on a journey between Anjou and Touraine regions.
Circular around the vineyards around Souzay
5.07 mi
+210 ft
-207 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Souzay-Champigny (Maine-et-Loire)
In the heart of the Saumur Champigny AOC, between vineyards, wines and troglodyte dwellings. Discover the village of Souzay, its heritage and the diversity of our Loire landscapes.
In the heart of the Saumur-Champigny vineyards
7.18 mi
+390 ft
-384 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saumur (Maine-et-Loire)
A hilly route along the hillside through the vineyards. Home to a magnificent 14th-century Romanesque church and the Manoir de Morains, where Marguerite d'Anjou is said to have died. Dampierre-sur-Loire is also renowned as a commune in the Saumur-Champigny appellation.
Please note: section along the Loire River impassable in case of flooding.
Between Dampierre-sur-Loire and Montsoreau
11.72 mi
+531 ft
-515 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Saumur (Maine-et-Loire)
A circular loop exploring the troglodyte dwellings on the hillside between Dampierre-sur-Loire and Montsoreau, alternating between sections through the vineyards of Souzay - Champigny, including the unusual "Clos Cristal", the tuffeau cliff shaped by man and erosion overlooking the Loire, the remarkable villages and their heritage, and the wild left bank of the Loire.
Between the Loire and the hillsides in Parnay
7.42 mi
+289 ft
-282 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Parnay (Maine-et-Loire) (Maine-et-Loire)
A hilly route combining the Loire, vineyards, forest and troglodyte dwellings.
Please note: part of the route along the Loire is impassable in the event of flooding. Take care during the hunting season.
The village of Montsoreau and its castle between the Loire and troglodyte dwellings
9.98 mi
+400 ft
-410 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Montsoreau (Maine-et-Loire)
A raised walkway showcasing the various attractions of the Saumur region: the Loire, troglodyte dwellings, vineyards alternating with wooded and marshy areas.
Please note that the trail is impassable in the event of flooding of the Loire and/or heavy rainfall.
From Montsoreau to Candes-Saint-Martin
2.18 mi
+184 ft
-171 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Montsoreau (Maine-et-Loire)
Montsoreau and Candes-Saint-Martin are two villages that form a single settlement. They transcend regional boundaries, as the Loire and the hillside unite them.This route allows you to discover the terraced white houses along the river and the confluence with the Vienne.A walk best taken at sunrise to fully enjoy the light on the facades.
Please note: a recent update (June 2026) indicates a disruption to the route due to a landslide, likely above Candes-St-Martin (to be confirmed).
From the Loire to the Authion
8.37 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-la-Place (Maine-et-Loire)
A flat route between the banks of the Loire and the Authion. It allows you to explore the birthplace of Aristide du Petit Thouars and its heritage.
Please note: The paths along the banks of the Loire are impassable during periods of high water
Around the Thouet in Saumur
4.54 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saumur (Maine-et-Loire)
A short walk around the Thouet, ideal for families.
The circular Fontevraud Abbey starting from Montsoreau
10.11 mi
+614 ft
-594 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Montsoreau (Maine-et-Loire)
A superb circular hike allowing you to discover Montsoreau, Fontrevaud and Candes-Saint-Martin in their natural setting and localities located in remarkable sites. The circular hike is done anti-clockwise on the hillside to enjoy a pleasant route through the woods and panoramic views of the right bank of the Loire.
In the footsteps of Robrica in Chênehutte
5.16 mi
+262 ft
-246 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Chênehutte-Trèves-Cunault (Maine-et-Loire)
A hilly, wooded route. Situated on the left bank of the Loire, downstream from Saumur, this village in the Loire Valley is a former Gallo-Roman settlement and home to one of the most important archaeological sites in Maine-et-Loire. Finds made on the plateau prove human presence dating back to the Neolithic period (4500 to 4000 BC).
Vineyards, streets and the banks of the Loire in Montsoreau and Candes-Saint-Martin
4.29 mi
+358 ft
-367 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Candes-Saint-Martin (Indre-et-Loire)
The walk starts from the peaceful ‘Panorama’ viewpoint in Candes, offering the chance to explore the two very popular tourist villages of Candes-Saint-Martin (Indre-et-Loire) and Montsoreau (Maine-et-Loire), passing through the vineyards on the hillsides before descending to the banks of the Loire, then strolling through the narrow streets lined with tuffeau stone houses. The route takes you past the Château de Montsoreau, dear to A. Dumas, and the Romanesque collegiate church of Saint-Martin in Candes.
When the Romans lead us to Marson
7.09 mi
+194 ft
-197 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Distré (Maine-et-Loire)
A lovely trip to the countryside through woods and meadows, taking in the Land Art, the castle and Marson Pond along the way.
Ussé-Bréhémont castle circular via the Indre and then the Loire
10.95 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Rigny-Ussé (Indre-et-Loire)
Before or after your visit to the Château d'Ussé, which is rumoured to have inspired Charles Perrault's 'Sleeping Beauty', I suggest a lovely circular route along the Indre and then the Loire. There is the option of stopping for a bite to eat in Bréhémont. Remarkable views of the château.
The woods around Rou-Marson
4.27 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Rou-Marson (Maine-et-Loire)
From the Place du Château de Marson, a short walk takes you through the woods, past water features and along the botanical trail, where you can discover the area’s plant biodiversity.
Route du Coudray-Macouard
14.26 mi
+157 ft
-171 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Le Coudray-Macouard (Maine-et-Loire)
A shaded route through the forest. Between Saumur and Montreuil-Bellay, this former fortified village is a must-see for heritage enthusiasts. Numerous15th- and16th-century manor houses and18th-century stately homes line the medieval-style narrow streets.
Please note: Be sure to follow the direction of traffic; the route is shared with horse riders.