Discover Brissac-Quincé through a range of experiences: marked trails take you through its landscapes and cultural heritage, while the Château de Brissac brings culture and wine together. When choosing activities, consider the type of route, how you would like to get around and when you plan to visit.
Choose trails to suit your interests
The Circuit du Moulin de Ras is a marked walking trail where you can discover the landscapes and cultural heritage of Brissac-Quincé. Explore it on foot, on horseback or by bicycle. The Circuit des Cabanes de Vignes leads to traditional winegrowers’ huts in the wine-growing area and can be explored on foot or by bicycle. If you are choosing by mode of transport, Moulin de Ras also offers the option of travelling on horseback; walking and cycling are possible on both routes.
The municipality of Brissac Loire Aubance provides downloadable information for each trail, including the route, points of interest and a GPX track. These details are a practical starting point for considering the two routes according to their themes and the modes of travel that suit you.
Castle, wine and cultural heritage
The Château de Brissac is considered the tallest château in France. The visit concludes in the cellar with a tasting and the sale of the estate’s wines. This means a visit to the château also offers an insight into the wines produced on the estate. The château also has a charming Belle Époque theatre dedicated to opera.
Another cultural heritage highlight is the stained-glass window “la Crucifixion et donateurs, René de Cossé et Charlotte Gouffier”: it has been classified as a protected object since 2 May 1902. This historical detail adds a specific work of art to the discoveries surrounding the château and local culture.
Family-friendly activities and an event in August
The Circuit du Patrimoine and the playful Randoland trail offer a family-friendly treasure hunt. Activity sheets are available for parents and for children aged 4 to 6, 7 to 9 and over 10. This gives families a fun way to explore, with sheets to choose according to the children’s ages.
The Parc de loisirs et d'attractions de l'Etang offers a different kind of experience: activities for families and all ages include rail bikes, trampolines, pony rides, pedal boats, zip lines, supervised swimming, a water slide, mini golf, a plant maze and a barefoot trail. The activities on offer may vary by season, so bear this in mind when planning.
The Montgolfiade takes place every August as a competition featuring around twelve balloons in the Parc du Château de Brissac. It is a special option if your trip falls in August. For planning purposes, it is a good idea to check the event dates before your trip.
Gentler walks
Orée des Sens’ tailor-made wellbeing walks may include relaxation, stretching, active or contemplative walking, and an introduction to yoga. These walks add a different way to explore alongside the marked trails: they focus on individually tailored wellbeing experiences, while the trails take you through landscapes, vineyard huts or cultural heritage sites. Check the availability of the walks before your trip.
Discover more destinations: Baugé En Anjou, Liré, Saint-Michel-Et-Chanveaux, Saint-Martin-du-Bois, Coron, Tigné, La Pommeraye, La Breille-Les-Pins.
For the broader travel guide: Maine-Et-Loire.
