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Bain-de-Bretagne via the back roads
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6.41 mi
+338 ft
-315 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Bain-de-Bretagne (Ille-et-Vilaine)
I suggest you discover this charming little town and its lake in an original way, by taking the small side roads.
Small change due to a ban on crossing the small wood next to the Moulin de Bertaud.
Le Tertre Gris on the slopes of the "Volcano"
2.14 mi
+404 ft
-404 ft
1h 20
Moderate
Departure from Poligné (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Straddling the municipalities of Pancé, Poligné and Pléchâtel, the Tertre Gris site is steeped in history: geological, historical, industrial and environmental.
Seven discovery stations are located along the path near the banks of the Semnon. You will be able to read the landscape from the viewpoint, understand the "Volcano" and the geology of the Tertre, and savour its legends (at the summit and at the foot of the volcano).Please note that this route is not signposted.
The Semnon circuit
6.94 mi
+318 ft
-322 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from La Bosse-de-Bretagne (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This route, which is partly unmarked, will allow you to explore the hills and the Semnon valley around La Bosse-de-Bretagne, Ercé-en-Lamée and Tresbœuf. It partly follows the Pierres Grises and Asphodèles routes (Bretagne Porte de Loire Community) in Ercé-en-Lamée. 5.5 km of tarmac (local roads), gravel and dirt tracks.
Via Le Plessis and Pouchard
8.09 mi
+541 ft
-541 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from La Bosse-de-Bretagne (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This unmarked route will allow you to explore the hills and valleys to the east of La Bosse-de-Bretagne, and enjoy views over part of the Semnon valley and the motocross track.It follows a number of paths through the villages of La Bosse-de-Bretagne and Tresbœuf.4.8 km of tarmac (local roads), gravel tracks and dirt tracks.
Around Sel-de-Bretagne
3.67 mi
+141 ft
-135 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Le Sel-de-Bretagne (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A tour around the village of Sel-de-Bretagne, allowing you to enjoy the rural paths preserved thanks to the efforts of Eugène Aulnette, a historic figure in the village. You will also pass by the Sainte-Anne Chapel, restored and decorated by this sculptor together with the villagers, and the menhirs found in the village.
Route des Châteaux in Bourg-des-Comptes
10.21 mi
+673 ft
-669 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Bourg-des-Comptes (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Route between Bourg-des-Comptes and Pléchâtel. Along the way, you will see four châteaux of different styles, periods and states of preservation: "Gai Lieu", "La Molière", "Le Boschet" and "Mont Rive". Thefifth, "Le Hamonay", is almost invisible.
La Trotinais in Saint-Senoux
7.70 mi
+702 ft
-692 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Senoux (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This area, aptly named Pays des Vallons de Vilaine (Land of the Vilaine Valleys), offers a rugged topography that is almost unique in the department and will delight hiking enthusiasts. The La Trotinais route has a total elevation gain of almost 200 metres. The village of Saint-Senoux and its 19th-century parish church of Saint-Abdon, as well as the hamlets of La Trotinais and La Fiolais, are well worth a visit.
From Saint-Senoux to Pléchatel along the Vilaine
7.90 mi
+558 ft
-541 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Senoux (Ille-et-Vilaine)
From the charming village of Saint-Senoux, head towards the banks of the Vilaine, first following the Voie Verte and then the other bank overlooking it to discover the green countryside.Some sections are a little challenging, mainly in the southern circular loop (between (4) and (7)). But the panoramic views that greet walkers make it all worthwhile.
Around Tresbœuf via the two hamlets known as La Hautais
5.94 mi
+105 ft
-121 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Tresbœuf (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This unmarked route will take you on a tour of the south-eastern part of the village of Tresbœuf. It also follows paths in the commune of Lalleu. There are two localities named ‘Hautais’; one is the site of a mill visible on the 18th-century Cassini map, whilst the other is a farm featuring an unusual porch.
Please note: much of the route is on roads (6 km), making it ideal for winter; the rest consists of farm tracks.
Via Les Orgeries and Le Clos-Neuf
7.92 mi
+167 ft
-174 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Tresbœuf (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This unmarked route will take you on a tour of the southern part of the village of Tresbœuf.It also follows paths through the villages of Lalleu and La Bosse-de-Bretagne. A few paths have managed to escape land consolidation, but despite this, half the route is tarmac.Panoramic views will allow you to take in a whole array of wind turbines as well as the hedgerow landscape.
In the Vilaine region between Laillé and Bourg-des-Comptes
9.79 mi
+531 ft
-522 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Laillé (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This is a beautiful circular that partly follows theGR®39along charming paths. The return journey is along the towpath, going up the Vilaine.
This path takes you through beautiful landscapes, typical villages, charming residences and locks, and ends up running alongside this river, which is so poorly named.
Land and river around Port-de-Roche
13.14 mi
+476 ft
-472 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Langon (Ille-et-Vilaine) (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The route allows you to discover the countryside between Langon, Beslé and Brain-sur-Vilaine, passing through pretty little typical villages, crossing woods and forests and ending on the towpath along the Vilaine, for more than 9 km. Most of the trail is on beautiful stone paths. The Vilaine is very popular in these areas. You will see pleasure boats and fishermen in their boats. Don't miss the egrets and grey herons on the banks of the Vilaine.
Route around Corps-Nuds
3.22 mi
+102 ft
-98 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Corps-Nuds (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A short 5 km walk in Corps-Nuds, offering a chance to recharge your batteries amidst natural surroundings (a pond, a short forest trail with footbridges, etc.) whilst discovering the local heritage. An ideal route for families with children.
Boël Trail (Sentier du Boël)
5.00 mi
+305 ft
-302 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Guichen (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A very pleasant hike. First section at the top of cliffs, with lovely views over the Vilaine river and the site "Moulin du Boël". Cross a shady woodland, then return along the towpath.
To avoid as much as possible passing along the military site's fence ("Le Celar"), this new description uses a slightly more technical part of the GR®.
Route de Rougé
7.42 mi
+279 ft
-269 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Rougé (Loire-Atlantique)
Rougé takes its name from the colour of the soil. Set off to explore the iron route, which partly follows the old railway line through the Brutz valley, crossing landscapes of moorland and hedgerows. You will see the site of the old iron mines, which were worked by the Celts and Gallo-Romans. You will notice the red colour of some of the paths, a sign of the presence of iron ore in the region. The same is true, in places, of the water in the streams.
Around Pont Péan, a former mining town
4.68 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Pont-Péan (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Pont Péan still bears traces of its former mining activity.A silver lead (or galena) mine was operated there from 1730 to 1797 and from 1844 to 1904.This route allows you to see some remains of this activity and to tour the village near the Tellé stream on the edge of the urban and rural areas.
Ponds and wayside crosses in Saint-Aubin-des-Châteaux
9.88 mi
+338 ft
-335 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Aubin-des-Châteaux (Loire-Atlantique)
This walk will allow you to discover beautiful countryside, a few mysterious woods, magical ponds and a fine collection of crosses. Most of the walk takes place along shaded paths lined with majestic trees. The sections on the road, however long or short, are quickly forgotten!
Canut Valley discovery route
2.23 mi
+226 ft
-240 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Lassy (Ille-et-Vilaine) (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Short family walk along the discovery trail in the protected natural site of the Canut Valley.The route is mostly shaded and features educational panels on the local flora and fauna.On the trail, you will pass by the old Ritoir mill, which has been converted into the Maison des Énergies.
Countryside and Canut valley via the Streams and Landes routes
7.54 mi
+574 ft
-574 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Lassy (Ille-et-Vilaine) (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A route allowing you to see the countryside and woods around Lassy, then reach the Canut valley and the moorland.
Best done clockwise to finish with the moorland and the view of the Canut valley.
Please note: the Canut crossing between (9) and (10) can be difficult after heavy rain.
There are a few road crossings, but visibility is fairly good to very good, making it easy to cross, but caution is advised.
The countryside as far as Pont-Péan and back, following the Seiche
6.64 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Noyal-Châtillon-sur-Seiche (Ille-et-Vilaine)
An easy route, which takes you to the outskirts of Pont-Péan through the countryside and back along the Seiche.
Just be careful of cars when crossing the N137 (two four-lane carriageways to cross).
Please note: access to the Seiche may be restricted during periods of high water and flooding.
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