Hike around the Jaunay Lake is a lot of fun thanks to the many trails. Flat paths along the water contrast with steep heights. Busier parts alternate with secret corners, which seem far from the world.
Several hikes take their departure around Jaunay. A tourist map is available free of charge at thePays des Achards Tourist Office or download below.
Hiking
Each hiker has his own path! Whether you just want to stretch your legs on a Sunday afternoon or head out for the day with your picnic in the bag, here are the trails around the lake:
Between 1 and 5 km
- Botanical Trail (1,5 km)
- Stem Trail (2 km)
- Guyonnière Trail (2,9 km)
- Meadow Trail* (4km)
Between 6 and 10 km
- Les Coteaux du Lac Trail* (7km)
- Village Trail* (9,2km)
More than 10 km
- Moulins Trail* (13,5km)
- Tour of the lake along the banks (12 km)
- Trail Between banks and heights* (20km)
Around Lake Jaunay
Followers of running, we recommend the “ Tour of the lake along the banks »: 250 m of altitude difference, not counting detours which can increase the difficulty.
Between the Savarière dam and the Pré, this is the most sporty part of the course!
Mountain biking
Several of the hiking trails indicated above can be enjoyed by mountain bike. (*)
To go further, 4 specific mountain bike routes exist in the Jaunay valley. The blue routes (n ° 1 et n ° 2) of 12 and 25 km introduce mountain biking on rolling paths and small roads: ideal for families or novices. As for the red courses (n ° 3 et n ° 4) of 41 and 58 km, they are aimed at more experienced mountain bikers.
Want to go see the sea by bike?
A Vendée Vélo route from Les Achards until Brétignolles-sur-Mer via Saint-Julien-des-Landes and Lac du Jaunay (11,8 km).
No cycle paths
With the rhythm of the seasons, the lake presents a different facet and each period has its own charm.
