The church of Landrais was built in the 13th century during the Hundred Years’ War. It is generally known as Sainte-Béatrice Church, but was actually dedicated to Saint Peter. The original bell tower was rebuilt on the side of the nave in 1848.
Culture and History
The Sainte-Béatrice altarpiece is made of brightly painted, carved stone. It is decorated with stone statues of Saint Paul and Saint Peter, as well as a more recent plaster statue of Sainte Béatrice. Since 7 May 1971, the altarpiece has been listed in the inventory of France’s historic monuments. The depiction of grapevines on the altarpiece recalls that winegrowing was the most important agricultural resource at the time of its creation.
Hiking and Nature
The hiking trail along the Canal de Charras begins at the car park by the church of Landrais. The Bois de Monlieu hiking trail is a 10.5 km circular route around the village, for which a walking time of approximately three hours is indicated. At two points, it crosses the route of the hiking trail along the Canal de Charras; a detour onto this trail allows hikers to take a longer circular route of approximately 18 km.
A 12 km hiking route along the Canal de Charras is also designated for Landrais. The Canal de Charras hiking trail runs through a marshland landscape along the canal, where storks nest, among other birds.
The Aire Naturelle de Loisirs consists of a fenced, tree-covered meadow of more than two hectares with a pond.
Leisure
Fishing is possible in the pond at the Aire Naturelle de Loisirs; the pond is regularly stocked with fish. The Aire Naturelle de Loisirs has a children’s play area and a fitness trail.
The fishing area along the Canal de Charras extends for 19,800 m from the Pont du Gué Charreau bridge on the D112 in the municipality of Landrais to the railway line of Charras in the municipality of Saint Laurent de la Prée.
Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Landrais can focus their accommodation search on this location.
