· Local
Moderate
Les Portes de l'île
📏
13.2 km
Distance
⏱
3h 17min
Est. duration
⛰
Moderate
Difficulty
🔄
Round walk
Route type
Cette balade qui rejoint les deux portes de l'île - le passage du Gois et le pont de Noirmoutier - présente de remarquables paysages maritimes : le polder et la baie de Bourgneuf à l'est ainsi que la dune et l'océan à l'Ouest.
A 13.2 km full-day trail that rewards walkers with a proper day out. Budget roughly 2 hours and 55 minutes at a steady pace.
This is a circular route that brings you back to your exact starting point — ideal for a self-contained day out without having to organise return transport.
This is a Local Walking Network (LWN) trail — a community-level route perfect for exploring the immediate surroundings, popular with locals and visitors alike.
Elevation Profile
Loading elevation data…
Elevation data unavailable for this route.
↑ Elevation gain
↓ Elevation loss
High point
Low point
Elevation data from SRTM via OpenTopoData (open dataset).
Map
View on OSM →Loading…
Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
B
Finish
Photos
No photos yet for this route.
Reviews
No reviews yet.
Log in to write a review
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Les Portes de l'île hiking route?
Les Portes de l'île is 13.2 km long.
How much time should I allow for Les Portes de l'île?
Most walkers allow around 3h 17min for Les Portes de l'île at a comfortable pace.
Can I walk Les Portes de l'île as a circular route?
Yes, Les Portes de l'île is a circular route. It returns to the starting point, making it convenient for day hikers.
Where does Les Portes de l'île start?
Les Portes de l'île starts near coordinates 46.9372, -2.1666.
Is Les Portes de l'île suitable for beginners?
Les Portes de l'île is suitable for walkers with some experience. A basic level of fitness is recommended.