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Circuit de la campagne

Welcome to Les Moutiers-en-Retz! Discover a rich heritage and unspoilt countryside

Address :
44760 LES MOUTIERS-EN-RETZ
FRANCE

Presentation of: Circuit de la campagne

Take a trip back in time to the ancient fortified town of Prigny and wander through the narrow streets surrounded by small stone houses. Thanks to its strategic position, the town was an "oppidum" during the Roman conquest. It was used to watch over the Roman roads, both on land and at sea.
A bucolic getaway between vineyards and marshes

Discover a landscape that changes with the seasons



Vineyards: Immerse yourself in a world of lush green vines. Stroll along the narrow lanes and try to recognise the grape varieties that give rise to the local wines. The ever-changing vineyard landscape offers a different spectacle every season.
Marshes: The Lyarne marshes stretch as far as the eye can see. Breathe in the iodised air, laden with sea spray, and let yourself be enchanted by the wilderness. If you're lucky, you'll be able to spot a multitude of migratory birds.
Exceptional panorama: Armed with your binoculars, admire the unique panorama before you: the marshes, the sea on the horizon... A breathtaking spectacle that will leave you speechless.



A journey through time



Prigny: Push open the doors of the Chapelle de Prigny and relive a page of history.
Architectural treasures: Visit Saint-Pierre church and admire its magnificent 17th-century listed altarpiece. You can also admire the Lanterne des morts, a building unique in France, which bears witness to the town's past.



The sea in the countryside


Practical information



Departure: You can start your walk from Prigny or from the Place du Général de Gaulle.
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
Distance: 9 km
Equipment: Bring good walking shoes, a hat, water and binoculars to observe the flora and fauna.



This walk is an invitation to discover a rich heritage and unspoilt nature. So don't hesitate, come and explore the hidden treasures of Moutiers-en-Retz!

Please note: from 1 September 2023 (until summer 2025), the Chapelle de Prigny will be undergoing renovation work. As the path alongside the chapel is blocked, a small diversion has been put in place.
Type of routes/Nature of route
Promenade et Randonnée (PR) footpath
Departure town
Les Moutiers-en-Retz
Arrival town
Les Moutiers-en-Retz
Distance
9,2 Km
Means of transport
Equestrian, difficulty level: Easy, duration: 2h
Walking, difficulty level: Easy, duration: 2h
Cyclotourist, difficulty level: Easy
Mélanie Chaigneau
Mélanie Chaigneau
Valery Joncheray
Mélanie Chaigneau

Other: Autour du cheval