Nearby: nature and heritage activities 1. Discover the Mauges region (Maine-et-Loire) For excursions in the Mauges area, you'll find marvellous panoramas, typical villages and gardens : Superb views over the rolling countryside, including the Cirque de Courossé or Champalud Picturesque villages with charming alleyways, stone houses and old quarters that are highly photogenic. The Camifolia Garden and other flower gardens invite you to relax and discover the botanical wonders of the region 2. The banks of the Loire and natural sites Around fifteen kilometres away, a number of nature sites along the Loire are well worth a visit: La Riante Vallée (Riaillé): play area, orienteering trails, picnic area, etc. Boires de la Rompure et de la Nigaudière (Champtoceaux): backwaters of the river rich in biodiversity Bonneouvre (St-Mars-la-Jaille) and Le Chêne (Oudon) lakes: swimming, relaxation, picnics Panorama of the Loire hillsides at Les Galloires: spectacular views over vineyards, the Loire and Champtoceaux 3. Local heritage & attractions Le Moulin de l'Épinay: authentic mill still in operation, guided tours and purchase of flour Cap Loire: a museum park focusing on the culture and environment of the Loire. Les jardins de la Houssaye: permaculture, medicinal and aromatic plants, ideal for plant lovers Corniche Angevine: an emblematic panoramic route between Chalonnes-sur-Loire and Rochefort-sur-Loire, offering breathtaking views over the Loire Valley Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Nature Park: rich in châteaux (Montsoreau, Saumur, Ussé, Azay-le-Rideau, etc.) and natural heritage, ideal for cultural and landscape excursions. Sports activities Supervised fishing or trekking With Frédéric Brilloux, a professional guide nearby (≈ 8 km), you can discover or perfect fishing techniques, on foot or by boat, on the banks of the Vienne. Pouzay riding centre Around 9 km away, this centre offers lessons, rides and courses, and also has stables for owners. Carnivore fishing course on the Loire At Cinq-Mars-la-Pile (≈ 25 km), courses lasting several days are organised with a specialist guide for teenagers and adults. Canoeing in Chinon At ≈ 34 km, take advantage of courses from 6 to 58 km, between peaceful lakes and meandering Vienne rivers. Descartes leisure centre 33 km away, enjoy the water park, city stadium, beach volleyball, petanque pitch, playground and canoe-kayak hire all year round. Bike hire, including electric and adapted bikes With AiR'GO Cyclo (≈ 27 km), you can hire bikes (including electric bikes, for people with reduced mobility or senior citizens) and follow signposted routes. In Chinon (≈ 33 km), there are also bike hire points and services. Lake Chemillé-sur-Indrois At ≈ 37 km, this complex offers supervised swimming in summer, water sports equipment hire, beach volleyball, tennis, a playground, fishing, and restaurants. Val Joyeux lake (Château-la-Vallière) At ≈ 35-40 km, this lake offers swimming, non-motorised canoeing, fishing, a trail around the lake with a birdwatching observatory and a playground/sports area plus beach. Introduction to archery & fun sports in Châtellerault At ≈ 40 km: archery (from 1.20 m), battle with Gelly Ball, giant water slide and supervised electric scooter rides. Fun and family activities Escape-game at the farm, "Sport-Bien" and fun tours at Saint-Épain Escape game on the farm (open to all), "Sport-Bien" events (bubble football, archery game, outdoor laser game), and themed walking trails in the town. Parc Mini-Châteaux in Amboise Around 40 km away, this miniature park features over 44 reproductions of the châteaux of the Loire, with rides, play areas, cars on rails and a giant chessboard. Workshops and educational tours Ferme pédagogique du Cabri au Lait (Sepmes ≈ 17 km): discover goat rearing with production, tour and organic tasting. Les Jardins du Cabri (same location): well-being workshops, mandala garden, aromatic plants. Cave de la Sibylle (Panzoult ≈ 15 km): guided tour and tasting of AOP Chinon wines. Architectural and historical tours Montbazon fortress (≈ 33 km): medieval activities, war machines, trades of yesteryear. Visits Domaine de Candé (Monts ≈ 31 km): furnished château, wooded park, workshops. Visit Storytelling in Saint-Épain In summer, night-time storytelling walks are organised every Tuesday in August. Touraine Loire Valley Play areas & city stadium in Saint-Épain A number of playgrounds, city stadiums, skate parks, pump tracks, table tennis tables and fitness centres are freely available in the town.