Discover the riches and remains of the Vendée Wars in Beaupréau-en-Mauges on an original trail!
Are you a history buff? Follow in the footsteps of the Vendée Wars, from Le Pin en Mauges to Gesté, passing through various parts of Beaupréau-en-Mauges.
There are more than 30 stops along the way, including crosses, churches and houses, as you make your way from commune to commune between Angers, Nantes and Cholet.
A free guidebook detailing the route is available on request from tourist offices, town halls and libraries, and can also be downloaded from this page.
Around thirty pages long, it tells stories, key dates, anecdotes and accounts of fighting in the towns, churches, chapels and other sites during the tumultuous period of the Vendée Wars.
It's an ideal way to gain a better understanding of this part of the Mauges' history, while enjoying the surrounding countryside and bocage.
You can also download GPX and KML maps showing the main points of interest, to help you find your way around and enjoy your historic journey.