Agenda
Angers City Pass
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Motte and bailey castle to the vineyards, via the conservatory orchard

Pedestrian sports, Hiking itinerary in Verrières-en-Anjou
17.5 km
4h 30min
Very easy
  • Near the Lower Anjou Valleys is a place called Verrières-en-Anjou. It owes its name to the forest that historically covered north-east Angers in medieval times and offers walkers with superb natural surroundings and heritage to explore.

    Places of interest to visit
    - The motte and bailey castle, a replica of an 11th-century fortified castle
    - André Delibes Park, featuring 37 acres of parkland, 20 acres of woods and a lake - Ideal for family outings.

    Facilities
    - Picnic tables and...
    Near the Lower Anjou Valleys is a place called Verrières-en-Anjou. It owes its name to the forest that historically covered north-east Angers in medieval times and offers walkers with superb natural surroundings and heritage to explore.

    Places of interest to visit
    - The motte and bailey castle, a replica of an 11th-century fortified castle
    - André Delibes Park, featuring 37 acres of parkland, 20 acres of woods and a lake - Ideal for family outings.

    Facilities
    - Picnic tables and toilets in André Delibes Park

    Departure points
    - Parking du Château à Motte in Saint-Sylvain-d'Anjou (Verrières-en-Anjou)
    - Sports complex rue du Préhaut in Pellouailles-les-Vignes (Verrières-en-Anjou)

    Circuit marked out in mauve.

    Download the map of walks in and around Angers.
  • Visitor alert
    Angers and the surrounding area, with its rich confluence of landscapes, are sometimes subject to flooding. Some paths may be temporarily impassable, so please remain vigilant.
Points of interest
1 Château à Motte
2 Parc André Delibes
Services
  • Equipment
    • Picnic area
    • Public WC
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