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Randonnée

Balade près de la fontaine Cantrais

Le Pin · Loire-Atlantique

Walk

Balade près de la fontaine Cantrais

Le Pin · Loire-Atlantique

An easy 4.9 km loop in Le Pin, with a detour to the Cantrais fountain, a natural spring with rustic charm, and a picnic area.

Suggested time
1 h 30
Type of place
Walking loop · Pays d’Ancenis
Atmosphere
A quiet walk in the middle of greenery.
Getting there
Le Pin

The route

Loop: the route returns to its starting point. Route: Département de Loire-Atlantique (PDIPR), Licence Ouverte 2.0, mise à jour du 2021-01-04.

Download the GPS track

GPX file, to open in a walking app (Komoot, OsmAnd, Garmin Connect, iPhiGéNie…).

Who this place suits

With family
9/10
As a couple
7/10
With friends
8/10
Solo
8/10
With a dog
8/10
Reduced mobility
4/10

These scores are calculated from what the page records: official rating, facilities, difficulty, duration and location. They are a guide, not a substitute for contacting the venue, especially about accessibility.

About

In Le Pin, this short loop leads to the Cantrais fountain, tucked away in a pocket of greenery a little off the path. This natural fountain with rustic charm is worth the short detour. There is a picnic area nearby. The loop is 4.9 km long, with 43 m of ascent; allow about 1 h 30 of walking. The stated level is easy. Start: the point marked on the map, in Le Pin. The waymarking is yellow. The official route, published by the Loire-Atlantique département, is shown on the map and can be downloaded as a GPX file to follow on your phone.

What you will see

  • 4.9 km, about 1 h 30
  • 43 m of ascent
  • Level: easy
  • Loop: back to the starting point
  • Cantrais fountain
  • Picnic area
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  • Ideal for families

Tips on the spot

  • Start: the point marked on the map, in Le Pin.
  • The GPX track can be downloaded from the map: handy for staying on the right path at junctions.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the walk?

4.9 km, with 43 m of ascent, or about 1 h 30 of walking.

Where does it start?

The point marked on the map, in Le Pin. The route comes back to its starting point.

Source: Département de Loire-Atlantique (PDIPR), Licence Ouverte 2.0, mise à jour du 2021-01-04 via data.gouv.fr, updated 4 January 2021.

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