Opposite the island of Saint-Aubin, here is a walk that lets you discover the banks of the Sarthe as well as the fauna and flora typical of the Lower Anjou Valleys. The landscapes of moors and woods, peppered with ponds surrounded by broom, offer the perfect setting for long walks.
Touristic places
- The 6 kilometres towing, along the Sarthe river, bears witness of the era of waterway transports with vestiges of old kilometre markers and footbridges.
- Bathing, idleness and picnics are...
Opposite the island of Saint-Aubin, here is a walk that lets you discover the banks of the Sarthe as well as the fauna and flora typical of the Lower Anjou Valleys. The landscapes of moors and woods, peppered with ponds surrounded by broom, offer the perfect setting for long walks.
Touristic places
- The 6 kilometres towing, along the Sarthe river, bears witness of the era of waterway transports with vestiges of old kilometre markers and footbridges.
- Bathing, idleness and picnics are waiting for you in the Parc des Sablières. You will discover around 600 ha of moors and forests, with ponds surrounded by brooms.
Equipment at your disposal
- Toilets near the town hall
- Picnic tables in the Parc des Sablières and on the banks of the Sarthe river
Practical information
- Trail non passable during floods
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.
The Pass'Sarthe ferry that crosses the Sarthe between Écouflant and Cantenay-Épinard is not operational. Resumption is scheduled for spring 2025.