PR21: The Red River

Description

An easy walk along wide dirt tracks through streams, a pond and woods.

The church at Chamblet is a 12th-century building well worth a visit. Its bell tower, featuring 14th-century machicolations and a crenellated parapet, gives it a picturesque appearance. The interior of the church was restored in 2000 and features a magnificent painting depicting the Coronation of the Virgin. The coat of arms rediscovered during the restoration of this painting has made it possible to identify its patron: Jehannot de Bartillat, Commissioner of War under Henry IV and later Master of the Household to Louis XIII in 1644. This painting is listed in the supplementary inventory of Historic Monuments.

Facilities

  • Public WC
  • Car park
  • Free car park
  • Motorhomes allowed

Track

Distance:
11 km
Level difference:
133 m
Daily duration:
3h
Level:
Walkers/hikers, Level bue - Medium
Type:
Loop

Situation

See also