You’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to walking in the Nantes vineyard!
Enjoy the unspoiled landscapes of the Goulaine Marshes, the banks of the Loire and Divatte rivers, the vine-covered hillsides, and the peaceful waterways of the Sèvre Nantaise, Maine, and Sanguèze.
Along the way, discover a rich local heritage: windmills, castles, churches… a perfect blend of nature and culture.
Hiking & Walking Trails Around Clisson
In the heart of Clisson – 5 km / approx. 1h15
Stroll through the historic heart of Clisson and explore its rich heritage: Notre-Dame Church, dating from the 14th–15th century, the Castle of Clisson, a fortress built from the 12th century onwards, and the romantic Domaine de la Garenne Lemot, set along the banks of the Sèvre Nantaise.
Departure: Castle parking lot
From the Sèvre to the Moine Rivers – 13 km / approx. 3h15
Follow the paths for beautiful views of the Castle of Clisson, the Italianate-style Plessard Mill, and the Garenne Valentin, a green riverside park stretching along both banks of the Moine.
Departure: Castle parking lot
Aigrefeuille-sur-Maine (11 km from Clisson) – 10 km / approx. 2h30
A loop between village and river, featuring the Reuzard Watermill (18th century), the ruins of Château du Plessis, and the neo-Gothic Notre-Dame Church.
Departure: Tanneries parking lot
Boussay (10 km from Clisson) – 12 km / approx. 3h
On the Rochers Trail, enjoy panoramic views from the Sautjeau Hillside viewpoint, discover the “Trees & Tales” educational trail, which teaches how to recognize tree species by their silhouette, and explore the charming village and Rousselin Mill.
Departure: Chestnut tree parking lot (behind the town hall)
Château-Thébaud (15 km from Clisson) – 7 km / approx. 1h45
Follow the Bois Joly trail across the Bel Abord Bridge (rebuilt in 1872) and past the vineyard steward’s hut, a small stone shelter nestled in the vines.
Departure: Bois Joly area
Gétigné (3 km from Clisson) – 10 km / approx. 2h30
Take the Old Royal Road trail and cross the Hucheloup footbridge, offering great views of the Sèvre Valley, and admire the Sainte-Anne Chapel, built in 1906.
Departure: Place de Klettgaü (opposite the church)
La Chapelle-Basse-Mer (24 km from Clisson) – 14 km / approx. 3h30
The Haute Chapelle trail includes the fun and creative Sketch Trail, an outdoor drawing initiation walk, the peaceful banks of the Divatte River, and the elegant Château de la Berrière.
Departure: Coulée Verte parking lot (Rue des Forges)
Haute-Goulaine (25 km from Clisson): several trails
Marais Circuit, 9 km — approx. 2h15. Highlights include the Blue House by the Pont de l’Ouen, which hosts temporary exhibitions and nature activities. The Pont de l’Ouen itself offers panoramic views over the marshlands. And don’t miss the Château des Montys, a private château built in the pure Directoire style (1813). The route starts at the Blue House parking lot, next to the Pont de l’Ouen.
La Chapelle-Heulin (12.5 km from Clisson): 7 km — approx. 1h45
Agrion de Mercure Circuit. Explore the port and the Montru oven in this village near the marsh, and discover the Goulaine marsh—a rich habitat home to diverse wildlife and plants spanning six municipalities. The walk begins at the Montru port.
The Henri IV gîtes village is conveniently located along several hiking routes passing through Clisson.
