19의 생마르탱 드 프레이노가지 명소 & 주요 장소

Path a little narrow and on the edge of a void, not suitable for everyone

Long before the discovery of electricity and the associated inventions, our ancestors discovered the possibility of harnessing the power of the elements—which, while useful on the one hand, could also be a threat as a force of nature—for various purposes. A fitting example of the human inventiveness of earlier generations is such a mill: The heavy millstones used to grind grain or press oil, for example, could be powered by water or—as in this case—the wind. Hardly any of them still fulfill their original functions today, but fortunately, some have at least survived as testimonies to ancient times.

The Mere Trail winds through a picturesque landscape, offering a glimpse of the local flora and fauna. You will experience the serenity of the Mere River as you stop to enjoy the peace and quiet.

This lake is actually a reservoir resulting from the dam on the Vendée river. There are activities to do like fishing, kayaking and swimming (the water is often silty).

The ideal place for a break halfway through your run from Port d'Aziré. Regardless of the distance traveled, it is a peaceful picnic area to stop and appreciate the Rigole d'Aziré.

The ideal place for lunch halfway through the hike from Port d'Aziré. Regardless of the distance traveled, it is a peaceful picnic area to sit and enjoy the Rigole d'Aziré.

An abbey church, converted into a cathedral and an episcopal seat in 1317, was erected on this promontory from a monastery founded in 976. Before the drying of the Marais Poitevin, this mound was an island that one can imagine looking a little like at Mont-Saint-Michel. At its peak, the abbey shined throughout Poitou. Rabelais lived there like this for several years. The building suffered numerous destructions during wars and conflicts, it was even used as a quarry for building material after the Revolution. The remains which were able to be saved remain among the most remarkable in the Vendée department. It was estimated that the cathedral could be 105 meters long, 33 meters wide and stood at 60 meters high. Currently the ruins are only 25 meters high.

Viewpoint by large crucifix on outskirts of Mervent giving lovely views over Vendee river valley