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proof that it is a towpath, there remains an anchor

Nice place as a half-time stop, about 10 km after Orleans, with shady views of the Loire and a little further up picnic tables under trees

And don't forget the dragon cave, where St Mesmin defeated a dragon that terrorized the region.

If you are looking for a unique and historic hiking destination in the Loiret, you can visit the Moulin d'Artenay, a stone windmill dating from 1849. This impressive monument, which stands 16 meters high high and has wings 22 meters long, is one of the rare examples of this type in the Beauce region. You can visit the interior of the mill and discover its machinery, its production of fine flour and the life of the millers. You can also admire a collection of old agricultural equipment at the neighboring farm. The Moulin d'Artenay is open to the public every third Sunday of the month from April to September, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Don't miss this opportunity to discover an element of local heritage.

The Orléans national forest is the largest national forest in France. With its 35,000 hectares of woods, its thousand ponds and marshes, and its rich biodiversity, this forest offers a variety of trails and landscapes to explore. You can admire the majestic oaks and pines, spot the rare osprey or fish eagle, and learn about the history and culture of the region.

The Moulin de Lignerolles is one of the last pivotal windmills in the Loiret department. Built in 1848, this wooden mill belonged to Louis-Joseph Soulas, famous painter and director of the Orléans School of Fine Arts. You can admire the restored mill and its ingenious mechanism, as well as the panoramic view of the plain. The mill is open to the public on Sundays from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., and also hosts various events throughout the year, such as a flea market, concerts and exhibitions. Visiting the Moulin de Lignerolles is an excellent way to discover the heritage and charm of the Beauceron countryside.

At La Chapelle-Saint-Mesmin, the Saint-Mesmin church is a religious building built in the 11th century and classified as a historic monument in 1862. On the banks of the Loire, the building adopts a picturesque stature.

Northern limit of the monorail train track built in 1968 and abandoned since 1977. This test track was 18km long and was used to test a monorail train, which held a speed record in the middle of the '70s. It was foreseen to be extended to Paris, but never was.