Hikes to do in Charente-Maritime
Hiking enthusiasts: welcome to Charente-Maritime and its 5,000 kilometres of hiking trails! Put on your walking shoes and set off to discover its diverse landscapes and rich natural heritage. We have selected a few iconic hikes just for you...
This legendary place of pilgrimage needs no introduction. Taking the different paths of Saint-Jacques de Compostelle is the assurance of a hike steeped in history and spirituality.
You will discover the exceptional medieval religious heritage of Charente-Maritime.
With among others the royal abbey of Saint-Jean-d'Angély, vineyards, agricultural plains and you will cross typical villages.
Take a deep breath of sea air with this 70-kilometre coastal walk, just 30 minutes from the gîtes and guest houses of La Garenne Saint Germain, between La Rochelle and Rochefort.
The route offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, where you will discover the wild beaches of Charente, its cliffs, its fishing ports and its migratory birds.
As a bonus: the breathtaking panoramas of the Île de Ré and the Île d’Oléron.
Head to the Marais Poitevin and its bucolic setting. It is no coincidence that it is nicknamed the "Green Venice"...
Walk through its peaceful canals and green meadows.
A perfect place for a getaway in the heart of nature, where you can observe many species of birds, fish and aquatic plants.
The Coubre national forest, a green haven located near La Tremblade, is a popular hiking spot for its setting.
The trails wind through maritime pines and oaks, with unique viewpoints of the coast.
After all these kilometers covered, enjoy the swimming pool of La Garenne Saint Germain to relax...
Are you dreaming of an exceptional panoramic view of the Gironde estuary?
Opt for this coastal hike, punctuated by numerous carrelets, large square nets suspended above the water and connected to picturesque wooden huts on stilts.
Don't forget to cross Talmont-sur-Gironde, classified among the most beautiful villages in France.
Hiking by the sea or inland
The Ways of Saint-Jacques de Compostelle
This legendary place of pilgrimage needs no introduction. Taking the different paths of Saint-Jacques de Compostelle is the assurance of a hike steeped in history and spirituality.You will discover the exceptional medieval religious heritage of Charente-Maritime.
With among others the royal abbey of Saint-Jean-d'Angély, vineyards, agricultural plains and you will cross typical villages.
The Coastal Path around La Rochelle
Take a deep breath of sea air with this 70-kilometre coastal walk, just 30 minutes from the gîtes and guest houses of La Garenne Saint Germain, between La Rochelle and Rochefort.The route offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, where you will discover the wild beaches of Charente, its cliffs, its fishing ports and its migratory birds.
As a bonus: the breathtaking panoramas of the Île de Ré and the Île d’Oléron.
The Marais Poitevin
Head to the Marais Poitevin and its bucolic setting. It is no coincidence that it is nicknamed the "Green Venice"...Walk through its peaceful canals and green meadows.
A perfect place for a getaway in the heart of nature, where you can observe many species of birds, fish and aquatic plants.
La Coubre Forest
The Coubre national forest, a green haven located near La Tremblade, is a popular hiking spot for its setting.The trails wind through maritime pines and oaks, with unique viewpoints of the coast.
After all these kilometers covered, enjoy the swimming pool of La Garenne Saint Germain to relax...
The Talmont balconies circuit
Are you dreaming of an exceptional panoramic view of the Gironde estuary?Opt for this coastal hike, punctuated by numerous carrelets, large square nets suspended above the water and connected to picturesque wooden huts on stilts.
Don't forget to cross Talmont-sur-Gironde, classified among the most beautiful villages in France.
