Liglet connects the valleys of the Benaize and Corcheron rivers with wooded slopes, bocage hedgerows and varied paths. The Liglet interpretation trail is a circular route measuring 6 to 8 km. Those choosing Liglet as their destination can combine their stay with the desire to rent a holiday apartment.
Nature
The landscape around Liglet includes hilly or wooded plains, bocage hedgerows, and the valleys of the Benaize and Corcheron rivers. The Benaize crosses Liglet from north to south and is bordered by partly steep, mostly wooded slopes. The Corcheron Valley and its wetlands are home to European pond turtles, yellow-bellied toads, great crested newts and ten species of bats.
The Corcheron is home to a type II ZNIEFF and forms part of the European Natura 2000 network. Natural sites in Liglet also include the Sources du Glandon, a natural spring or water emergence point in the forest with former water-management structures and an interpretation trail.
Paths and Hiking
The “Voyage entre Poitou et Berry” interpretation trail offers three options starting from Jemelle: a 3.5-km loop, a 5-km loop or the complete 8.5-km route; seven information boards stand along the paths. The paths are accessible and partly follow hiking trails created by the Communauté de communes Vienne et Gartempe.
“Par les Pâtureaux boucle n°1” runs from La Trimouille to Liglet along the Benaize Valley and is a challenging 22.2-km circular hike. The “Par les Pâtureaux” hike can be started by parking in the centre of Liglet and taking the signposted path eastwards. A hiking guide published by the Vienne department also includes a trail in Liglet in its updated edition; five new routes were added in total.
Culture and History
Liglet has five dovecotes. The most significant is located in Courtevraud; the round structure, probably dating from the 15th century, is a freestanding dovecote with 946 nesting openings.
The Marcilly priory, mentioned in 1093, was under the authority of Saint-Savin Abbey. The Church of Saint-Hilaire was first mentioned in 1093 and transferred to Saint-Savin Abbey by the Bishop of Poitiers in 1102.
The chapel received painted decoration in the nave and choir during the 11th and 12th centuries and again in the 14th century. It is dedicated to Saint Anthony the Hermit; every year, sheep owners and shepherds made a pilgrimage there to pray for the protection of their flocks. The municipality purchased the chapel in 2001 and began restoration work.
The bridge was placed under protection as early as 1897 and consists of two masonry piers and a metal bridge beam.
Local Produce
Agricultural producers in Liglet focus on short supply chains and produce meat, milk, cheese, vegetables and rabbit.
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