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LES GASCIEUX

Walks and hikes in Saint-André-des-Eaux
8.5 km
Loop
Walking/pedestrian
2h
Easy
8.5 km
Loop
Mountain biking
1h
Easy

  • From the town of Saint-André-des-Eaux, explore the surrounding countryside, between hamlets and marshes.

  • The "Les Gascieux" walking trail in Saint-André des Eaux is ideal for nature and heritage lovers. With a length of 8 kilometres, it offers a varied and very pleasant route through the countryside and its typical Brière marsh hamlets.

    The walk starts in the centre of the town, just a few minutes from Saint-Nazaire and its beaches. As you leave the village, the traditional thatched-roof houses become more and more prominent, adding a unique charm to this walk or mountain bike ride.

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    The "Les Gascieux" walking trail in Saint-André des Eaux is ideal for nature and heritage lovers. With a length of 8 kilometres, it offers a varied and very pleasant route through the countryside and its typical Brière marsh hamlets.

    The walk starts in the centre of the town, just a few minutes from Saint-Nazaire and its beaches. As you leave the village, the traditional thatched-roof houses become more and more prominent, adding a unique charm to this walk or mountain bike ride.

    The route then follows a forest track, before reaching a clearing where hikers can rest and enjoy exceptional views over the Brière Regional Nature Park. The walk then continues through the fields and marshes of the Brière.

    This walk is also an opportunity to discover a rich and varied flora and fauna, including the famous herons, spoonbills, egrets and other feathered creatures that nest in the heart of this bird paradise.

    Along the way, walkers can discover the rich heritage of the Brière, including numerous crosses, wells and granite buildings. The route is easy and suitable for all levels of walker, whether as a family, with friends or on your own.

    The "Les Gascieux" walking trail in Saint-André des Eaux offers a great opportunity to discover the beauty of the Brière Regional Nature Park and the local heritage, as well as the typical, picturesque landscapes of the region, in a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere.