BALADE PARCOURS MEDIEVAL

Walk through the ruins of the ancient medieval fortress of Châteauceaux to discover the fascinating history of the village that has spanned the centuries. At the top of the citadel, let yourself be seduced by this poetic place where nature has regained its rights. Discover the foundations of the chapel or the stairs leading to the office. Don't miss a breathtaking view of the Loire. Finally, the trail passes by the 13th century hanging mill, the ultimate testimony of great historical value for its architecture and its ingenious technique. Throughout the walk, 7 large open books recall the episodes of destruction and wars that ravaged the citadel. The walk starts from the tourist office, located on the Champalud site (where there is a remarkable model and a museum dedicated to the history of Champtoceaux), you can see the old entrance towers of the fortress, then you walk along a part of the ramparts to reach the citadel part, on the heights overlooking the Loire. If you wish to extend the distance and discover more about Champtoceaux, you can complete this circuit with the tales and legends walk (2.5 kilometers). The route, marked out in red, is free and accessible every day.