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Le Mans walks
Around the Boulevard Nature: from Île aux Planches to Gué-de-Maulny
Tourism professional
3.84 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Le Mans (Sarthe)
This walk, along the banks of the Sarthe, features information boards about the local flora and fauna.Starting from Le Mans harbour, passing through the Gué de Maulny park with its many street art murals and continuing via Île aux Planches, this family-friendly walk is suitable for wheelchair users (three-wheeled) and pushchairs (also three-wheeled).
Around Boulevard Nature: from Le Mans harbour to Moulin aux Moines
9.24 mi
+144 ft
-144 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Le Mans (Sarthe)
This walk, combining town and countryside, takes you along the banks of the Sarthe, passing through the village of Coulaines and past Le Mans’s Saint-Julien Cathedral.It follows cycle paths and trails along the banks of the Sarthe.
Within the Cité Plantagenêt, protected by its walls
Visorando Member1.81 mi
+138 ft
-112 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Le Mans (Sarthe)
Since 2003, the "Old Mans" has been called "Cité Plantagenêt" after the Plantagenêt dynasty, the English royal family originally from Le Mans. The former provincial capital of Maine and Perche (from the 16th century to the Revolution), this stroll through the streets and alleys of Le Mans' historic district offers a pleasant walk in the natural setting of famous swashbuckling films (Cyrano de Bergerac, Le Bossu, The Man in the Iron Mask, Nicolas Le Floch, etc.).
Around the Boulevard Nature: Le Mans, the City of the Plantagenets
1.15 mi
+82 ft
-82 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Le Mans (Sarthe)
A circular walk along the ramparts of Le Mans, taking in some of the most iconic sites of the city of the Plantagenet kings.
Exploring the city of Le Mans
6.07 mi
+230 ft
-217 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Le Mans (Sarthe)
Via the side streets off Rue Nationale, you’ll enjoy making your way to the barracks district before climbing Sainte-Croix Hill, a former village surrounded by vineyards. Hidden lanes, the national monument to the Battle of Le Mans and the legendary Gazonfier climb, famous amongst cyclists.
Around the Boulevard Nature: from Gazonfier to the Jardin des Plantes
4.69 mi
+338 ft
-325 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Le Mans (Sarthe)
This city walk takes you from park to park. From Parc de Gazonfier via the Jardin des Plantes and Parc Banjan, discover or rediscover the streets of Le Mans with its houses steeped in history and its breathtaking views.
Around Boulevard Nature: Between Monod and l’Épine
5.13 mi
+82 ft
-69 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Le Mans (Sarthe)
This urban walk, taking you from park to park, allows you to discover or rediscover the city of Le Mans.This route follows part of the Boulevard Nature, along the River Sarthe, and passes through Théodore Monod Park, Épine Park and Martin Luther King Park with its Lebanese cedar.
Route des Croisettes starting from Coulaines
6.36 mi
+338 ft
-358 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Le Mans (Sarthe)
Located in the municipalities of Sargé, Coulaines and Le Mans, this route runs largely along dirt tracks, sometimes tarmac, lined with hedges, trees and shrubs offering generous shade.
The green lung of the Arch
6.63 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Yvré-l'Évêque (Sarthe)
With 350 hectares of forest, 60% of which is made up of conifers such as maritime pines and Scots pines, this trail located at the Arche de la Nature offers hikers a breath of fresh air.
Around the Boulevard Nature: Arche de la Nature, amidst heathland and chestnut trees
7.72 mi
+138 ft
-138 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Yvré-l'Évêque (Sarthe)
This forest walk from the Arche de la Nature takes you past a variety of tree species.It allows you to explore much of the site, walking along both wide paths and narrow tracks.
The Tour of Le Mans North
8.37 mi
+276 ft
-305 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Le Mans (Sarthe)
Discover the Boulevard Nature, nestled between the countryside and the shopping area.
The loop around the Gèmerie leisure centre starting from Chaoué
5.89 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Le Mans (Sarthe)
A short walk along the Sarthe, returning after skirting the Gèmerie lake (leisure centre).
A route through a town steeped in history: Allonnes
6.12 mi
+190 ft
-174 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Allonnes (Sarthe) (Sarthe)
La Tour aux Fées / the Gallo-Roman temple, the rainbow bridge, the Tour Etoile, the social housing blocks, the houseboat… are often mentioned when people talk about the town of Allonnes. But that’s only the tip of the iceberg, as the town and its history have so much more to tell, so come and discover more about this former commuter town in the Sarthe.
The banks of the Sarthe in Saint-Pavace
4.44 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pavace (Sarthe)
An easy hike that can be enjoyed by the whole family, including children.
Around Boulevard Nature and the Château de la Forêterie
6.59 mi
+253 ft
-230 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Allonnes (Sarthe) (Sarthe)
Along this walking route, discover the Mars Mullo sanctuary and the Château de la Forêterie thanks to the information panels installed along the way. You’ll wind your way through the fields whilst following the River Sarthe, enjoying beautiful views of the countryside and the water. Why not take the opportunity to stop for a break in the heart of the Chaoué woods, which feature picnic tables, benches and a fitness trail?
Around the Boulevard Nature: Coulaines, along the hedgerow paths
3.03 mi
+98 ft
-69 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Coulaines (Sarthe)
This short walk, accessible only on foot, takes you along the sunken paths of the commune of Coulaines.
Further walking routes can be found on the town hall’s website.
Around the Boulevard Nature: from Robin Hood to the Parc de la Cigogne
5.03 mi
+262 ft
-272 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Le Mans (Sarthe)
This walk, on the outskirts of Le Mans, takes you from park to park.It mainly runs through woodland and along small roads.
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