The Wednesday Sweet Walks
All summer, enjoy the Wednesday Sweet Walks of the Tourist Office to discover the lands of Azay-Chinon Val de Loire on foot, by bike, canoe or boat.
Easy walks, ideal with family or friends.
Each walk will be an opportunity to taste some local specialties.
On Wednesdays from July 13 to August 24, 2022
Wednesday 20/07
Cheillé, between curiosity, tasting and tradition
Departure: 9:30 am/ Duration: 2h30
Meeting in the Vieux Chêne car park, the Bourg, in Cheillé
During this walk (4 km) in the village of Cheillé, let yourself be surprised by the bicentenary oak tree that grows in the wall of the church, discover the history of the Castle of the Cour in the Berruyer before enjoying a tasting of local products.
Rates: 15€ / adult – 12€ / child (6/18 years)
Descent of the Loire in canoe
Departure: 5 pm/ Duration: 2h30
Meeting at the Langeais pier, lower left-hand corner of the Langeais bridge
At the end of this afternoon, have a moment out of time during a descent of the Loire in a canoe between Langeais and Bréhémont (5 km). Upon arrival, discover «Les Pêcheries Ligériennes», fishermen of Loire, followed by a tasting of their products.
Rates: 25€ / person - 20€ / child (- 12 years)
Wednesday 27/07
The shingle birds of the Indre
Departure: 9:30 am/ Duration: 2h30
Meeting at the hemp macerator in Rivarennes – from the campsite in Rivarennes, follow the signs «sweet walks».
Accompanied by an animator of the League for the Protection of Birds (LPO), discover the charms of the shingle birds of the Indre and the ornithological richness of Touraine during this walk (4 km). A tasting will close this walk.
Possibility to complete this journey with a cycle ride on safe lane (with your personal bikes) towards Rigny-Ussé and its famous castle (10 km round trip). Plan your picnic.
Rates: 15€ / adult – 12€ / child (6/18 years)
Traditional boat ride
Departure: 4pm/ Duration: 1h30
Meeting at the confluence of the Cher and the Loire, the Bec du Cher in Villandry
During an authentic and timeless walk on a traditional boat, discover the Loire and its wild landscapes. Alexis, boatman, will make you discover the history, the fauna and the flora of Dame Loire.
Rates: 20€ / adult – 15€ / child (6/18 years)
Wednesday 03/08
Montbazon, history and nature
Departure: 9:30 am/ Duration: 2h30
Meeting at the Tourist Office, Parc de la Grange Rouge in Montbazon
Accompanied by a tour guide, discover all the charm and history of Montbazon. From footbridge to alleys, walk through the city to the fortress before going back to the tranquillity of the banks of Indre and a tasting of local products (3.5 km – a rather steep hill).
Rates: 15€ / adult – 12€ / child (6/18 years)
Descent of the Indre in canoe
Departure: 3.30pm/ Duration: 3 hours
Meeting at the VICK nautical base in Veigné
Discover all the beauty of the Indre valley during a canoe descent between Esvres and Veigné (5 km). Upon arrival, enjoy a moment of relaxation around a tasting in front of one of the many mills that cover the banks of Indre.
Rates: 25€ / person - 20€ / child (- 12 years)
Wednesday 10/08
The birds along the Vienne
Departure: 10 am/ Duration: 2h30
Meeting at the beach car park, D 760 at Ile-Bouchard
Accompanied by an animator of the League for the Protection of Birds (LPO), walk along the banks of the Vienne to l’Ile Bouchard to discover and observe the birds of our region (2.5 km). A convivial tasting will close this ornithological walk.
Rates: 15€ / adult – 12€ / child (6/18 years)
Traditional boat ride
Departure: 5 pm/ Duration: 1h30
Meeting at the Museum of Sailors in Chouzé-sur-Loire
Climb aboard a toue cabanée and let yourself be guided by a sailor to discover the Loire, a wild river, with its islands and sandbars. Back to the dock, continue the moment around a tasting of local products.
Rates: 20€ / adult – 15€ / child (6/18 years)
Wednesday 17/08
The troglos of the Courtineau valley
Departure: 9:30 am/ Duration: 2h30
Meeting in the car park after the mill of la Chaise, Courtineau Valley in Saint-Epain
During this walk (4 km), enjoy a shaded route to discover the troglodyte houses of the Courtineau Valley, up to the «troglo» Notre-Dame de Lorette Chapel. A local specialty will delight your taste buds at the end of this walk.
Rates: 15€ / adult – 12€ / child (6/18 years)
Descent of the Vienne in canoe
Departure: 13:30 pm/ Duration: 3h
Meeting at the campsite in Marcilly-sur-Vienne
Embark for a sporty afternoon during a canoe descent (2 or 3 people) on the Vienne between Antogny-le-Tillac and Marcilly-sur-Vienne (9 km). Upon arrival, enjoy a relaxing moment by the river around a tasting of local products.
Rates: 25€ / person - 20€ / child (- 12 years)
Wednesday 24/08
In the footsteps of history, at the Roman camp
Departure: 9:30 am/ Duration: 2h30
Meeting in the car park of the Church in Cinais
During a walk, discover the village of Cinais and the Camp of the Romans. After the meeting with a nature animator, you will know all the history of these Gaulish fortifications as well as its so specific vegetation. Enjoy the scenery while tasting local products.
Rates: 20€ / adult – 15€ / child (6/18 years)
Traditional boat ride
Departure: 5 pm/ Duration: 1h30
Meeting at the Museum of Sailors in Chouzé-sur-Loire
Climb aboard a toue cabanée and let yourself be guided by a sailor to discover the Loire, a wild river, with its islands and sandbars. Back to the dock, continue the moment around a tasting of local products.
Rates: 20€ / adult – 15€ / child (6/18 years)
Practical information:
Registration required (limited number of places):
- www.azay-chinon-valdeloire.com
- Tel : 02 47 45 44 40
- In our reception offices (Azay-le-Rideau, Chinon, L'Ile-Bouchard, Montbazon, Richelieu, Sainte-Maure de Touraine)
Inquiries and information:
- animation@azay-chinon-valdeloire.com
- Tel : 02 47 45 44 40
Recommendations:
- The times indicated are the departure times of the walks: please come on site 15 minutes before the time indicated.
- For all walks, provide closed and comfortable shoes
- Provide rainwear or cap depending on the weather
- Provide a cold drink
- A tasting of local products is planned for each walk. They do not constitute a complete meal.
- Not all walks are accessible to PMRs and strollers: ask before you register
