Circuit de Gargantua, Saint-Nicolas-de-Redon: walk in Brittany

A 7 km family loop in Saint-Nicolas-de-Redon along sunken lanes, woods and marshes, between forgotten chapels and a mysterious rock.

Suggested time: 1 h 45
Type of place: Walking loop · Pays de Redon
Atmosphere: Woods, marshes and legends.
Getting there: Saint-Nicolas-de-Redon

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: 7/10
As a couple: 7/10
With friends: 8/10
Solo: 8/10
With a dog: 8/10
Reduced mobility: 3/10

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 Saint-Nicolas-de-Redon, the Gargantua trail takes walkers, with giant strides, along sunken lanes, through woods and marshes. On the way, you discover forgotten chapels, a mysterious rock and beautiful scenery. Despite a few climbs, the loop stays short and appeals to the whole family. The loop is 7 km long; allow about 1 h 45 of walking. The stated level is easy. Start: the point marked on the map, in Saint-Nicolas-de-Redon. 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

7 km, about 1 h 45
Level: easy
Loop: back to the starting point
Forgotten chapels
Mysterious rock
Marshes

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Ideal for families

Tips on the spot

Start: the point marked on the map, in Saint-Nicolas-de-Redon.
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?

7 km, or about 1 h 45 of walking.

Where does it start?

The point marked on the map, in Saint-Nicolas-de-Redon. 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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