2025 edition
2025 edition , 4 days in Chantonnay
4 days in Chantonnay… is to walk as you please !
– The possibility to walk 1, 2, 3 or 4 days.
– Each day a different route and the choice between various distances : 8, 12, 21, 28 and 42 km (Those distances can vary +/-2 km).
– A night walk on Friday.
– A walk open to servicemen.
Walking at your own pace and in a friendly and nature-respecting atmosphere, in a non-competitive walking event.
Running on the footpaths is not authorized and will be under the responsibility of the participant
The BMLD / The Long Distance Walk Award
– 200km on a non signposted route and without any assistance : Time limit : 78hrs
– 150km on a non signposted route and without any assistance : Time limit : 54hrs
– 100 km on a non signposted route and without any assistance : Time limit : 30hrs
Our association is a member of the International Marching League (IML), the French Hiking Fédération (FFR), the French Fédération of Popular Sports (IVV) and the 85th French Department Committee of the Vendée.
NEW / SALLE DE L′EPINE : Registration and starting point.
SALLE DE L’EPINE : Registration and starting point.
Pratical information
In 2025: 29th May, 30th May, 31st May and 01st June.
24th Edition of the 4 Days of Walking in Chantonnay.
Think about carpooling for your journey to Chantonnay.
WALKS…
– Departure:
Chantonnay, Salle de l’Epine 85110 Chantonnay
Coordonnées G.P.S : N 46°68.5102′ – W – 1°05.4013’.
Bus departure times
- From 6:45 am -7:30 am for 42km walk
- From 7:00 am- 8:30 am for 28km walk
- From 7:30 am -9:00 am for 21km walk
- From 8:30 am -10:00 am for 12km and 8km walks
Free coffee and brioche will be available at the start before you commence your walk.
– During the walk :
Refreshments on the route and on arrival.
– Arrival :
Chantonnay – Parc Clemenceau ; last arrival 05:00 pm
Out of respect for the environment, we do not give drinking cups at the refreshment stations, so please bring your own. Thank you.
Night walk :
Friday, 30th May Distance of about 12 km – leaving the Salle de l’Epine, at 08:00 pm (Bring a torch!).
A traditional Vendée meal of Ham and Mogettes will be available on arrival.
Registration
– Preferably by internet, go « Registration », it is possible to pay on-line.
– By mail, detach the registration form and return it with payment (cheque payable to R4JCV) to the following address :
R4JCV – TOURIST OFFICE Place de la Liberté – BP 59 – 85111 CHANTONNAY CEDEX
Tel: +00 33 2 44 40 20 06
Last minute and on the day at Salle de l’Epine, Chantonnay
- Tuesday, 27th May, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm
- Wednesday, 28th May, from 10:00am to 18:00pm
- Thursday, 29th May, Friday, 30th May, Saturday, 31st May, and Sunday, 01st June, from 6:30am until departure.
It is possible to register and pay on the day.
. TARIFS before 28/05 TARIFS on the day
. from thursday 29/05
42Km – 10€ – 11€
28Km – 9€ – 10€
21Km – 8€ – 9€
12Km – 6€ – 7€
8Km – 5€ – 6€
Nocturne – 8€ – 9€
Free for children born after 01/01/2017
You can download the registration form and bring it with you to register at the Salle de l’Epine at the times indicated above.
For a family, fill out a registration form per person and group them with the payment.
A special group registration form (10 people minimum) is offered.
Rando-passes are not posted, they must be picked up on the day of your walk or beforehand at the Salle de l’Epine on Tuesday, 27th May, between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm or Wednesday, 28th May, from 10:00 am to 18:00 pm.
By subscribing to the R4JCV you agree not to return to visit private properties that you have already walked through earlier.