The 76km Chemin des Châtaignes loop is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the bocage of the Vendée and its land of stars.
There are 4 easy starting points: Mouilleron-Saint-Germain, Marillet, Saint-Maurice-des-Noues and La Tardière.
Perfect if you want the whole experience, without compromise.
Along the way, you’ll pass through Mouilleron-Saint-Germain, the birthplace of two great men: Georges Clemenceau and Marshal De Lattre de Tassigny.
You’ll be able to admire natural sites such as the Colline des Moulins, the old Cheffois quarries, rivers and mills. .. And what could be more astonishing than travelling through the solar system on board a planetarium, …
This 49km loop takes in the rolling countryside and the region’s iconic sites.
2 departure points: Mouilleron-Saint-Germain and La Tardière
More accessible at 43 km, the East loop is ideal for a first experience or a shorter stay.
2 departure points: Marillet and Saint-Maurice-des-Noues
Allow 2 to 4 days, depending on the loop you choose and your pace.
Yes, the route is modular and accessible to anyone in good physical condition.
Yes, the entire route is suitable for mountain bikes.
Yes, the route is signposted throughout with yellow markers and a green chestnut leaf.
Yes, there’s plenty of accommodation (gîtes, chambres d’hôtes, campsites) along the route.
Yes, the East and West loops allow you to shorten the itinerary as you wish.
