Aire de pique-nique de la Coulée Saint Joseph

Picnic area set in a peaceful lane between Nantes and Angers, 4km from the banks of the Loire at Ancenis, with tables and toilets.

Just a few kilometres from La Loire à Vélo, take your picnic basket to the Coulée Saint Joseph picnic area in Liré, the birthplace of Joachim du Bellay.

Services available:
- children's play area
- car park 50 metres away
- toilets
- signposted walk around the Coulée


Not far away, explore the ruins of the castle where the famous poet was born, the museum dedicated to him or discover his statue, by following the interpretation trail "In the footsteps of Du Bellay".

Please note! By prefectoral decree dated 3 August 2022, certain areas deemed to be sensitive, including the Coulée Saint Joseph, are off-limits between 1pm and 10pm due to an increased risk of fire.