Sud Mayenne tourisme

Starting from the pretty village of Cossé-en-Champagne, set off on this circular walk to explore the Mayenne countryside. Along the way, you’ll encounter two superb Romanesque churches, a charming chapel, paths lined with broom and dense shrubbery. You can combine this route with route no. 3.

Starting from the village of Daon, the Bellevue route takes you along the towpath to explore the right bank of the Mayenne.

This walk will allow you to discover the Château des Lutz and the Château de Mortreux.

Ideal for a family walk with children, this short circular walk will introduce you to the of the local flora and fauna, particularly as you walk along the banks of the Vaige. You can combine this route with route no. 5.

This circular walk will take you through the Mayenne countryside. You’ll need to cross the Ruisseau de Chémerette, which gives the route its name, will be necessary to fully enjoy the walk. Don’t panic, it ’s rarely got any water in it!

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

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

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.

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 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 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.

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.

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)).

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 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.

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

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, 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 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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.