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Vitré walks
From Vitré to Argentré-du-Plessis via the Valière lake
Local authority
13.51 mi
+377 ft
-390 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Vitré (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This route is the first stage of a 96 km circular through the Vitré countryside. Consisting mainly of sunken lanes, this route will take you, among other places, to the Château des Rochers-Sévigné and the Valière lake.
Sightseeing tour of Vitré
5.34 mi
+243 ft
-217 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Vitré (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Explore the historic heart of Vitré, a town of art and history, with its streets and alleyways dating back to medieval times.Stroll and wander in search of hidden gems with this route taking in all the must-see sights.A real getaway into the heart of history and the Vitré way of life! Finish the walk with a visit to the medieval castle.Follow the step-by-step guide rather than the GPX track for ease of use.
Sightseeing tour of Vitré
5.33 mi
+177 ft
-157 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Vitré (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Stroll through the historical heart of Vitré, city of art and history, with its medieval streets and alleys.
Wander in quest of the heritage wonders with this trail.
A true escape through history and the vitréen "art de vivre".
End the walk by a visit of the medieval castle and its museum before going back to the starting point.
Follow the description rather than the GPX tracks.
A stroll through Vitré
Visorando Member
4.81 mi
+194 ft
-194 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Vitré (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Whether you’re exploring this ‘City of Art and History’ or simply taking a stroll, here’s a short route that takes you through the historic quarter, past the castle, along narrow streets and through the Jardin du Parc.
Route des Petits Ponts de Bois (Montreuil-sous-Pérouse)
4.81 mi
+440 ft
-423 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Montreuil-sous-Pérouse (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Take a stroll through the countryside of Montreuil-sous-Pérouse and its valleys. On this route, you’ll cross charming little wooden bridges spanning the Ruisseau de la Pérouse.
The Cantache tour in Pocé-les-Bois
7.56 mi
+79 ft
-72 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Montreuil-sous-Pérouse (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A stone's throw from Vitré, a historic town in the Marches de Bretagne region, Lake Cantache stretches across three municipalities: Champeaux, Monteuil-sous-Pérouse and Pocé-les-Bois. A winter stopover for migratory birds, their presence is a source of wonder.
Menhir Trail (Champeaux)
3.03 mi
+138 ft
-138 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Champeaux (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Take a stroll along the Plan d’Eau de la Cantache, a leisure area much loved by locals: fishing, birdwatching, walking… You’ll pass close to the Haute Pierre menhir.
FFR-certified route, marked with yellowPR® signs, supplemented by green arrows bearing the number 15 (anti-clockwise). Suitable for both walking and mountain biking.
Lake Haute Vilaine at La Chapelle-Erbrée
8.66 mi
+249 ft
-249 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-M'Hervé (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The Haute Vilaine Lake covers an area of 155 hectares and holds 8 million cubic metres of water, with a maximum depth of 13 metres.
Created in 1982, its purpose is to regulate winter floods on the Vilaine for Vitré and Rennes, located downstream.
Walking around the lake allows you to enjoy the lake and the forest paths.
From Champeaux to La Cantache
8.19 mi
+433 ft
-423 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Champeaux (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A typical village of the Upper Breton bocage, come and discover the little hamlet of Champeaux with its huge collegiate church, then set off along the bocage paths to reach the 140-hectare Cantache lake, created in 1995 to support the low-water level of the Vilaine and to regulate floodwaters.
Circuit de Vassé-Pierre Galate, Torcé
4.26 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Torcé (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The Vassé Pond was created as ecological compensation for the construction of the Paris-Rennes high-speed rail line. There are educational panels on biodiversity and an old manor house. Many animals have found a home here, including sheep, Scottish cows, donkeys and ducks. Picnic tables, dry toilets, a shelter and a barbecue area are available.
Circuit de la Voie Romaine à Torcé
6.96 mi
+138 ft
-167 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Torcé (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Discover Torcé and its surroundings with this 11.4 km circular, which can be shortened to an 8 km route without the northern circular at Haut Montigné.
Route de Plessis-Sévigné, Argentré-du-Plessis
9.92 mi
+292 ft
-269 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Argentré-du-Plessis (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The village of Argentré-du-Plessis lived for five centuries in the shadow of the Château du Plessis. This family remained the owners of almost the entire village until the early 20th century, and Alain d’Argentré was mayor until 1983. You will pass close to the Château du Plessis during this walk.
Route certified by FFRandonnée.
Suitable for both walking and cycling.
The Chemin des Loups in Argentré-du-Plessis
8.93 mi
+282 ft
-279 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Argentré-du-Plessis (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Wolves were very common in Brittany until the 19th century. The Argentré-du-Plessis region was no exception. Although its refuge was the Pertre forest, which we will cross in its western part, its hunting ground extended over the entire municipality, as evidenced by the names of certain localities such as Louveaudière, Cul de Loup and even the Bois de Noirloup, which we will pass by. But you can hike in complete safety, as the wolf has been extinct in the region for over a century.
Moulin Neuf, Grotte de la Vierge and Jardin du Hill in Argentré-du-Plessis
4.30 mi
+171 ft
-177 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Argentré-du-Plessis (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A short, refreshing walk in lush green surroundings – a little time for yourself or with the family, combining nature with a touch of history. Whatever the season, you’ll be treated to magnificent colours.