At La Pomardière, meadows transition into forest. This species-rich habitat may offer sightings of squirrels, deer and long-eared owls. La Pomardière has been designated by the Indre-et-Loire département as an “Espace Naturel Sensible”, meaning a sensitive natural area. The Lac Mort stream near La Pomardière is bordered by vegetation typical of wetlands and dries out very quickly in summer.
Those considering Saint-Benoît-La-Forêt as a holiday destination may wish to rent a vacation rental here.
Nature and trails
The 11.5-kilometre trail from La Pomardière passes through the Chinon Forest and leads to Saint-Benoît-la-Forêt. An educational trail at La Pomardière explains the individual stages of wood production in a playful way.
The Saint-Benoît-la-Forêt Route No. 1 is an easy, 7.9-kilometre circular hike lasting around two hours. It starts and ends at the Place de l'église.
Culture and history
Turpenay Abbey was founded in 1127 by Foulques le Jeune, Count of Anjou and Touraine. The surviving parts of the abbey are partially protected as historic monuments. Turpenay Abbey is privately owned.
Pommier Aigre Priory was founded in the 12th century by Henri II Plantagenet for the Order of Grandmont.
In Saint-Benoît-la-Forêt, Une Autre Cave offers oenology workshops by prior reservation.
Other places: Ports, Saint-Patrice, Noizay, Saint-Genouph, Céré-La-Ronde, Cheillé, Noyant-De-Touraine, Courcelles-De-Touraine
