Unveil La chapelle-heulin's hidden gems

Beginning at the city center, this trail guides you to the higher ground called the “Mont Juillet”. At the pond of “La Martellière”, you will find tables and a playground.

Prepare yourself for a hike of 2 hours long with 500 metres along the water. You will admire the vast expanse of the Plains of Mazerolles with 3 kilometres long and 1 kilometre large. This site is ideal for kids. It is also possible to go fishing for people with reduced mobility. Or you can have a picnic or some sport. At the end of this loop, you will see the Castle of La Baraudière surrounded by its stone walls from the 19th century and not far from there the Castle of Bois Mellet. A plate has been placed at the entry and it is written “qui a accueilli, cache et protégé les résistants de la région” which means “that has hosted, hided and protected the resistants of the region”.

The beginning of the hike starts at the parking of the train station. This trail has several variants that allows you to go on real steep trails like a maze with parallel roads. It has a distinguished atmosphere, secret and mesmerising. When you come back, go down to the port where you will find our restaurants and for those who love nature, make a stop to the “Ganuchaud” botanic garden which is located at the end of “la rue d’Angleterre”. Also, pass by “La Cour Gaillard” which is in “La Grand-Rue” and was edified by protestants at the Edit of Nantes. This site stays, until 1685, an important protestant place.

Discover the Plains of Mazerolles, a vast expanse of water of 3 kilometres long and 1 kilometre large. With a little bit of patience, you may see herons on the shores and a lot of other birds during migration season. Labelled refuge of the French League for the Protection of Birds (LPO), the site has also three beehives financed by the collectivity and an orchard. A themed path has also been created by the Municipality. The trail begins on the edges of the river Erdre to go through the undergrowth alleys, steep paths and goes through adorable little villages. It is possible to join the port of Sucé-sur-Erdre if you take the Atlantic Coast Route, or from the city-centre for this hike. The departure point is from the nautical base of Mazerolles.

A walking trail to discover the paths of the countryside. It begins in the city center, at the parking lot of the sports complex of Fernant Sastre, do not miss the visible heritage such as the church, the old town, the windmill…  It is possible to prolong this walk towards the port La Rivière, where you can see the castle of the Pont Hus then follow the path to get to a point of view on the river L’Erdre.  

Beginning at the sports complex, this trail will take you north of the town. You will see the castle du Pont Hus and its famous stud farm but also the “logis du Breuil”, a renovated fort.

This pleasant path starts “Place de l’église”. Highlight on the gorgeous private windmill of La Favrière.

This pleasant path begins “Place de l’église”. This track is quite nice during the summer as it is shaded.

Pour réduire les 80 km de l’itinéraire Vignes et Bocage, voici une suggestion de boucle empruntant en majorité l’itinéraire balisé mais proposant des variantes entre Rocheservière et Mormaison 2 départs : - Parking de Belleroche – Rocheservière - GPS : 46°55’58.24’’N/ 1°30’47.50’’O - Place du Pont de l’Issoire – Mormaison

The Circuit of Vive-Eve Discover the atmosphere of the Nantes-Brest Canal, its towpath converted for different types of hiking, its lock-houses, water tourism, fishing … On this itinerary, taken by cyclists on the Atlantic Coast Route and pilgrims of Saint Jacques of Compostelle, the towpath will guide you to the lock house of La Tindière and its gourmet terrace. You can park at the Vive-Eve bridge where you will have an information sign on the history of the Canal and picnic tables. From this parking it is also possible to extend your walk the other way to the lock house of Quihex. You will see a remarkable view of the plains of La Poupinière and the Valley of the Erdre

In the heart of the Nantes vineyards, come and discover the Muscadet region, 20 km from Nantes, near the banks of the Loire and the Sèvre Nantaise, the Marais de Goulaine, 10 minutes from the Hellfest site in Clisson, a pretty Italian-style town, 20 minutes from the Boissière du Doré Zoo, 45 minutes from the Puy du Fou and 60 minutes from the Atlantic ... . In a restored mill, overlooking the vineyards, 2 bedrooms.

The Gite de la Chouette is a semi-detached house, next to the owners' home in a peaceful, leafy setting halfway between Nantes and Clisson, just 800m from the Marais de Goulaine and Port du Montru. Private, enclosed garden (650m²) with patio. Lounge-diner with fireplace and open-plan kitchen. Bedroom 1: double bed. Bedroom 2: 2 small single beds (80cm). Shower room. WC. Additional facilities: WiFi, DVD player, radio/CD, 4 adult bikes, baby equipment. Price includes bed linen. Extra charges for electric heating, electricity, towels, firewood and local tourist tax. Small dogs and horses welcome on request (parking space for horse-box). Non-smoking gite.

In the heart of the Nantes vineyards, in Vallet, Château la Guipière opens its doors to you for a unique wine tourism experience combining history, terroir and conviviality. The estate, with a rich heritage dating back to the 15th century, invites you to discover the finesse of its Muscadets and the authenticity of its emblematic grape varieties: Melon de Bourgogne and Gros Plant. Among the various experiences on offer, don't miss our "Wine and Cheese Pairing" package, a commented tasting of 6 wines from the estate, each paired with a cheese carefully selected from our local cheese-maker (in Vallet). A real invitation to a journey of the senses, where each pairing reveals the subtlety and harmony between the wine and the cheese. You can also explore other options, such as a visit and tasting, a picnic or an introduction to tasting. Don't hesitate to come and visit us to discover our estate.

Located in Vallet, in the heart of the Pays Nantais region, Château de la Guipière is a wine estate steeped in history, dating back to the 15th century. Formerly known as La Guiptière, this former noble house and seigneury of Le Pallet has been in the hands of several families. The estate's buildings, such as the stable, the saddlery, the orange grove and the tower, bear witness to Tuscan architecture. The Château was built in the 19th century. Then, in the 20th century, the owner of the Château, unhappy in love, decided to ward off fate and had the Château burnt down. The 22-hectare vineyard is planted with Melon de Bourgogne and Gros Plant, the emblematic grape varieties of Muscadet and the Nantes region. The estate continues the winemaking tradition by producing wines renowned for their finesse and their expression of the terroir. Our different vintages are testimony to this. Don't hesitate to come and visit us to discover our estate.

A semi-detached gite next to the owners' home on a wine-growing estate. 100m² garden nearby. Veranda with views of the vineyard. Living room with wood-burner and single sofa bed. Lounge in conservatory. Kitchen. Bedroom 1: double bed. Bedroom 2: twin beds. Shower room. WC. Additional facilities: internet acces, freezer, baby equipment, CD player. Price includes gas-fired heating, electricity, bed linen (beds made on arrival). Firewood, towels and tourist tax extra. Nantes 22km.

20 minutes from Nantes, this Castle is a place of exception within a vineyard. To benefit you from this setting of greenery and from serenity for one or several nights (weekly rental) in our holiday cottage situated in a wing of the castle. This quiet and comfortable holiday cottage has a capacity from 4 to 6 people. Indeed you will find two double rooms and a spacious shower-room in the floor and in the ground floor a lounge there - fully-equipped kitchen with a click(sofa bed). We also count a bed and breakfast, 4 rooms of 2 people in the house of the guard, 2 rooms in dependences is a total of 38 people.

Bridge near the small canal

The coal mines were extremely important from the 17th century.

As a place for meeting and mixing, the library must also be a simple place where people are welcomed in a friendly atmosphere and where they can get good advice. The whole team is involved in each place and provides quality entertainment. Come and visit them and share with them a good moment of reading and discovery.

As a place for meeting and mixing, the library must also be a simple place where people are welcomed in a friendly atmosphere and where they can get good advice. The whole team is involved in each place and provides quality entertainment. Come and visit them and share with them a good moment of reading and discovery.

Born from the whims of the relief and the fervour of an Abbot, it makes its appearance at the bend in the path that climbs to the Chapelle Largeau. Like a guide or a lighthouse, soothing by its serene presence, and so eternal: the Chapel of Saint Joseph stands at the top of the Ouin Valley. The traveller may be astonished, moved or meditate in front of this majesty. It proudly dominates this valley, at the bottom of which, the river Ouin, runs alongside, meanders and separates, sometimes the Maine et Loire, the Vendée or the Deux Sèvres. At the height of the trilogy, the parish itself was, over the centuries, under the dependence of three dioceses: Maillezais, La Rochelle and Poitiers! »

Products: fresh goat cheese, fluffy, gray, off-dry, log, herbs, pepper. Hectares: 2ha. Places of sale: Farm from 15h to 18h (order), weekly markets in Mortagne sur Sevre Tuesday from Vihiers Wednesday, Mauleon Friday and Saturday Cholet.

Organic farming on a 12 ha farm including 5 ha of market gardening and 1500 m² of greenhouses. Products: Various organic vegetables in season Places of sale : At the farm, Thursday from 6 to 7 pm, "Proxi" store in Mauléon, Biocoop Bressuire and Cholet, "Mangeons Bio ensemble" producers' store at Fruits de Clazay.

Looking for some fresh air? Escape to the Espace Naturel la Corbelière in Moulins and fill up on greenery! This 2 km trail, on a preserved site, is at the heart of a vast bocage landscape, cradle of springs where meadows, ponds, hedges and small streams mingle. This site has been awarded the "Espace Naturel Sensitive" label. With the family: a moment of complicity guaranteed! On your own: a great opportunity to recharge your batteries! Thanks to the support of the Département des Deux-Sèvres, JDO Paysages (Terves) has installed two attractive and fun footbridges. They're sure to delight young and old alike! An educational panel talks about "mollins". What are they? To find out, scan the QR code on the panel and listen to what the locals have to say. The site is also home to several geocaches, an orienteering course and a Tèrra Aventura course called "La Corbelière des z?ombres"

As a place for meeting and mixing, the library must also be a simple place where people are welcomed in a friendly atmosphere and where they can get good advice. The whole team is involved in each place and provides quality entertainment. Come and visit them and share with them a good moment of reading and discovery.

Products: vegetables and seasonal fruit production field and 700 m² under cover, partnership with other local producers. Usage: 1 ha devoted to gardening Place of Sale: At the farm Monday from 17:30 to 18:30 (on order) on Wednesday from 10:30 to 12:30 Thursday 16:30 to 19h Friday from 10:30 to 12:30 and 16:30 to 18:30 on Friday , filing basket in Dropbox shop and grocery store Champigneule in La Chapelle-Largeau.

Company restaurant for lunch and traditional restaurant for dinner

Traditional cuisine specialising in white butter sauce and grilled foods

Traditional restaurant and caterer

Market-fresh cuisine

Located in the heart of the Nantes wine-growing region in La Haye Fouassière, Jean D'la Queue restaurant has been a Nantes institution since 1836, with specialities grilled over vine shoots.

Traditional restaurant

In the heart of the Nantes vineyards, come and discover the Muscadet region, 20 km from Nantes, near the banks of the Loire and the Sèvre Nantaise, the Marais de Goulaine, 10 minutes from the Hellfest site in Clisson, a pretty Italian-style town, 20 minutes from the Boissière du Doré Zoo, 45 minutes from the Puy du Fou and 60 minutes from the Atlantic ... . In a restored mill, overlooking the vineyards, 2 bedrooms.

The village Wine grower proposes you six rooms from two to twenty hosts opened in the year and everything in daytime with hotel service, breakfast of the local and the products of the farm. Welcome specially the groups and proposes formulae quite included Pension and half board, Stay local (accommodation- brkfst - dinner) Big on-the-spot parking lot for cars and coaches.

The Gite de la Chouette is a semi-detached house, next to the owners' home in a peaceful, leafy setting halfway between Nantes and Clisson, just 800m from the Marais de Goulaine and Port du Montru. Private, enclosed garden (650m²) with patio. Lounge-diner with fireplace and open-plan kitchen. Bedroom 1: double bed. Bedroom 2: 2 small single beds (80cm). Shower room. WC. Additional facilities: WiFi, DVD player, radio/CD, 4 adult bikes, baby equipment. Price includes bed linen. Extra charges for electric heating, electricity, towels, firewood and local tourist tax. Small dogs and horses welcome on request (parking space for horse-box). Non-smoking gite.

A semi-detached gite next to the owners' home on a wine-growing estate. 100m² garden nearby. Veranda with views of the vineyard. Living room with wood-burner and single sofa bed. Lounge in conservatory. Kitchen. Bedroom 1: double bed. Bedroom 2: twin beds. Shower room. WC. Additional facilities: internet acces, freezer, baby equipment, CD player. Price includes gas-fired heating, electricity, bed linen (beds made on arrival). Firewood, towels and tourist tax extra. Nantes 22km.

20 minutes from Nantes, this Castle is a place of exception within a vineyard. To benefit you from this setting of greenery and from serenity for one or several nights (weekly rental) in our holiday cottage situated in a wing of the castle. This quiet and comfortable holiday cottage has a capacity from 4 to 6 people. Indeed you will find two double rooms and a spacious shower-room in the floor and in the ground floor a lounge there - fully-equipped kitchen with a click(sofa bed). We also count a bed and breakfast, 4 rooms of 2 people in the house of the guard, 2 rooms in dependences is a total of 38 people.