Sud Mayenne tourisme

With family, friends or on your own, venture off the beaten track of the Mayenne towpath to discover the heritage and crafts hidden in the towns of La Roche-Neuville, Loigné-sur-Mayenne and Saint-Sulpice.

This mountain bike loop will take you through three communes in the Château-Gontier region: Ménil, Chemazé and Saint-Fort. You will combine towpaths, sunken lanes and greenways to discover the natural heritage of southern Mayenne.

Discover the castle heritage of the commune of Daon on this cycle loop. Between towpaths, rivers and cycle paths, this route offers a thousand and one landscapes and will introduce you to the various castles hidden in the Mayenne countryside.

A route combining the tranquillity of the towpath with the energy of the town.Let yourself be carried away by the tranquillity of the towpath along the Mayenne River, then head to the town of Château-Gontier-sur-Mayenne to discover its charm, nestled between nature and heritage.

This circular route will take you to discover the Château-Gontier Viaduct, which opened on 5 October 2022. This monumental structure is 296 m long and 28 m high. After taking in some wonderful views of the river, set off to explore the must-see sights of Château-Gontier.

Set off on this walk, which takes you exclusively through woodland, to explore the beautiful Bellebranche State Forest. You might be lucky enough to spot migratory or resident birds at the Curécy lake. Just a stone’s throw away, you can continue your exploration with a stroll through the villages of Bouère or Saint-Brice.

This long circular route to the north of Bazougers will allow you to explore the Mayenne countryside whilst walking along lovely greenways and sunken lanes.

A pleasant hike starting from Origné. You will discover the charm of the Mayenne countryside and the towpath along the River Mayenne (a particularly pleasant stretch in fine weather).

Pleasant circular route between the villages of Peuton and Marigné-Peuton in southern Mayenne. At the end of the route, on your return to Peuton, you’ll take the brand-new Sentier de la Carrière.

The Coudriers route in Coudray will take you through the countryside around this pretty, flower-filled village (4 flowers). You’ll also pass close to the Bavouze lock on the River Mayenne. You can head down to the riverbank for a refreshing break; this is a detour of about 150 m (turn left just after the Blin flour mill, 500 m before the ‘5 ’).

The Gennes-sur-Glaize and Longuefuye circular route will take you through the countryside of southern Mayenne. In particular, you’ll pass by the Rouérie orchards in Longuefuye (where they produce cider, pommeau and apple juice). This route then continues on to the Petit Pineau circular route.

The Ménil river route will allow you to explore the countryside of southern Mayenne and the River Mayenne as you follow the towpath.

Set off through the Mayenne countryside to discover the ruins of old lime kilns and the superbThévalles mill, nestled in the Erve valley. From the Ballée bridge, a lovely view of the old mills. A journey back in time awaits you in Chémeré-le-Roi as you wander through the narrow streets with their richarchitectural heritage.

The Mottes route in Saint-Denis-d'Anjou will take you on a tour of this charming little town, its market halls, its church and the countryside of Haut-Anjou.

This short walk will take you through the countryside around Saint-Denis-d’Anjou and through this charming little medieval village, which has been awarded the “Petite Cité de Caractère” label.

The Brault Valley route to Quelaines-Saint-Gault will allow you to explore this small village and the surrounding countryside.

The Craon West route will take you through part of the old town centre, offering a lovely view of Craon Castle and its grounds. You’ll also walk alongside the River Oudon and the allotments, which are particularly pleasant in spring. Finally, you’ll enjoy the tranquillity of the former Laval–Renazé railway line, now a lovely greenway.

This long route will take you through the countryside around Quelaines-Saint-Gault. You can shorten the route by 5 km by skipping the Saint-Gault circular loop.

Discover the countryside of southern Mayenne and the area around the village of Courbeveille on this short walk lasting around 2½ hours.

This short walk will introduce you to the Cosmes countryside. You’ll follow the old railway line and pass close to the Robert Tatin Museum – the perfect opportunity to discover this artist and his monumental work.

This lovely walk in Cossé-le-Vivien is all about water: you’ll discover the Cossé wetland as well as a small pond where you can stop for a pleasant break.

This family-friendly walk, lasting just over 3 hours, will take you on a tour of the village of Méral and its surroundings.

This new route, created in 2018 and taking approximately 3 hours 40 minutes to complete, will take you on a tour of the countryside of southern Mayenne in Cuillé.

This long route will take you through the countryside of southern Mayenne around Saint-Aignan-sur-Roë.

A short, easy walk suitable for families around the La Rincerie lake. A pair of binoculars might be useful for exploring the birdwatching area (western part of the lake).

The brand-new Mazerits route in Saint-Denis-d’Anjou will take you on a tour of the countryside around this charming village, which has been awarded the ‘Petite Cité de Caractère’ label.

A short, very easy walk in the countryside around Saint-Denis-d'Anjou, starting from the pretty little church of Saint-Martin-Villenglose.

A lovely little walk of just under 6 km, ideal for a family outing.

This short, very easy route is ideal for a short family walk.

This lovely walk will take you through the countryside of southern Mayenne and the small villages of Saint-Brice and Les Agêts, with their rich industrial heritage (brickworks and lime kilns). You can extend your walk to the Bellebranche forest or head to Bouère and its many attractions.

Recommended for those who aren’t put off by a long walk, the Ruillé-Froid-Fonds route will take you through the countryside of southern Mayenne, a region much loved by horse breeders. The proximity of two stud farms and the cool, refreshing atmosphere of the Bois du Puy will round off your exploration.

This long route will take you through the countryside of southern Mayenne, as well as the lovely woodland near the village of Saint-Charles-la-Forêt. Do make a detour to see the watermill in Grez-en-Bouère, an iconic landmark of the region.

The Maisoncelles-du-Maine walking route will take you on a tour of the countryside around this small village in southern Mayenne. At the start of the route, you can visit the astronomical observatory.

A pleasant little walk through the countryside around La Cropte in southern Mayenne. It is possible to combine this route with the one covering Saint-Denis-du-Maine and Meslay-du-Maine (connection at the crossroads between waypoints (1) and (3)).

The Saint-Denis-du-Maine Landscape and Heritage Route will take you on a journey through the countryside of southern Mayenne. You’ll be able to enjoy the La Chesnaie lake in Saint-Denis-du-Maine (supervised swimming in July and August). And to round off the day, why not have a go at Multigolf?

This hike will allow you to discover the countryside between Grez-en-Bouère and Bouère. You will pass close to the Taude river and will also be able to see a few châteaux. In Bouère, don't miss the lovely views of the quarries.

The Fromentières long route will take you through the countryside of southern Mayenne and the small village of Saint-Germain de l’Hommel. When you reach Saint-Germain de l’Hommel, do remember to turn round to enjoy a lovely view of the River Mayenne and the Neuville lock.

This beautiful walk will take you through the pretty, flower-filled village of Saint-Sulpice and its countryside. In season, you can visit the gardens of the Château de la Rongère in the village. You can also enjoy the peace and quiet of the banks of the Mayenne river by taking the towpath.

The Pinson route in Loigné-sur-Mayenne will take you on a journey through the countryside of southern Mayenne and the Mayenne valley. Along the way, you’ll catch sight of the Manoir du Viaulnay, the Château de Neuville and La Françoisière. Finally, on the last section of the route, you’ll enjoy the tranquillity of the River Mayenne as you walk along the towpath from the Neuville lock to the La Roche lock.

Taking in both town and countryside, the Sauveloup route will allow you to explore the Azé countryside and the banks of the Mayenne. In Château-Gontier, you’ll also see the magnificent Saint-Julien Hospital with its large dome, as well as the Church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste, which overlooks the Mayenne valley from its rocky outcrop.

The south-east route of Villiers-Charlemagne will take you on a tour of the countryside of southern Mayenne. The highlights of this walk include two beautiful castles and a lovely view of the River Mayenne. It is possible to combine this route with route no. 8.

The route to the north-west of Villiers-Charlemagne is characterised by water, with sections running alongside the village’s ponds in the village as well as the River Mayenne. You’ll also catch sight of some beautiful castles.

This circular route will allow you to explore the countryside of Haut-Anjou on the border between Mayenne and Maine-et-Loire. You will pass close to the Oudon, a pretty little river, near the Moulin de Sevillé.

The Craon South route, starting from the equestrian centre, will take you along the old railway line, now converted into a greenway. You’ll also ride alongside the River Oudon and discover the countryside of the Craon region, as well as the beautiful La Touche racecourse.

A short circular route that takes you along the paths through the Craon countryside. You’ll also follow the old railway line, now the Laval–Renazé Greenway. At the Mûrier lake (the start and finish of the route), there are a few benches and picnic tables. There are also plenty of children’s play equipment and water play facilities (in July and August).

The Denazé route will take you on a tour of the Craon region, taking in small country lanes and a section of the old railway line, which has now been converted into a greenway.

This route will allow you to discover the Mayenne countryside and its landscapes. Don’t miss the Croix des Chouans, a 3-metre-high monument erected in the 19th century and featuring a medieval cross. Finally, once the walk is over, don’t forget to take a look at the River Erve and the pretty houses lining its banks.

The second Origné route in South Mayenne, which will take you along the Mayenne towpath.

A lovely walk along the River Mayenne, ideal for enjoying the coolness of the river on sunny days! Please note that this is one of the only sections of the river where you can walk along both banks. You can also enjoy beautiful views of the Château de la Haute Roche and the Château de la Porte.

The Bazougers circular loop, which will allow you to explore the Mayenne countryside.