Marignac 6.3km ramble through forest

 

Photos taken on this Marignac walk.

6.3km Ramble - gently undulating.  

Largely off road through forest tracks and vines.

A shady route on the whole so good for the hot sunny summer months.

Points of interest - The church in Marignac and the Moulin de Chilleau (windmill).

Start point - Parking for the Church and war memorial 1 Rue de Normandie, 17800 Marignac.  (ample parking for many cars).

Link to itinerary :

https://maps.app.goo.gl/Jj2ngL9KuhmpnhBy7


If you prefer a paper map use IGN Serie Bleue 1533 Jonzac.

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