Saint Léger Pilgrims and Forest 6.6km Ramble

 

Pictures from our Ramble in July 2023

6.6km Ramble - gently undulating - nothing steep.  It is possible to lengthen this route quite easily by looking at Google Maps.  We did the route clockwise but it is possible to reverse the direction.

A mix of small tarmac roads and tracks through the forest.   

Shady in the forest but full sun on the road sections.

Points of interest - The pilgrims resting spot, the forest and the buildings in Saint Léger including the church.

Start point - Parking by the Eglise Saint Léger, 2 Rue du Logis 17800 Saint-Léger.  Plenty of parking.

Link to itinerary : https://maps.app.goo.gl/u5p3WBnserMf1Hdc6


For those who prefer paper maps, you can trace the route on IGN Serie Bleue 1532 Pons.  The route follows the GRP de Saintonge through the forest.

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