Champagnac 6.7km Ramble, Church, Windmills and River
Photos from our walk in January 2023 6.7km Ramble - undulating with one medium steep climb.Largely on tarmac roads with some sections on grass through the vines and chalky tracks. Mainly in open counytryside with little shade. Points of interest - The church in Champagnac, the marshland near the river Seugne and the windmills in the surrounding countryside. Start point - Parking for the Salles des Fêtes (near the Mairie), 1 Place Guy Publie, 17500 Champagnac, just off the D142. Link to itinerary : https://maps.app.goo.gl/NtLWL84SCY7Aq56Z8 Thev map says 7.2km but you can take a short cut across the vines above the church to reduce to 6.7km. Detailed instructions: 1. Park at the Salle des Fêtes in Champagnac (17500) just off the D142. 2. Turn left onto the D142 and go uphill until you reach the first row of vines on the right. 3. Turn right into the vines and admire the view of the church and cottages. 4. When you reach a track going downhill, turn right...