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Chailland walks
The countryside around Chailland
This route forms a figure of ‘8’; it can therefore be divided into two shorter circular loops: the upper circular loop is 9 km long, whilst the lower circular loop is just 5 km. It offers a lovely countryside stroll along quiet country lanes and very pleasant footpaths.
Circular route starting from Andouillé via the Crennes moorland
Visit Andouillé and its countryside with its gentle hills and cross the Ernée via its stepping stones.
Gastard trail starting from Andouillé
A short detour to Rochefort, a charming hamlet on the banks of the Mayenne, is highly recommended to admire the river. You can quench your thirst at La Guinguette before continuing your journey.
The mills of Gastines and Fumeçon
There are only two old mills, no longer in operation, on this route, but it will also allow you to explore the woods and moors of the Gastinais region.
“Hedgerows and Rivers” route in Sacé
A walk starting from Sacé, alternating between sunken paths and a stroll along the towpath.
Around Sacé
A short route along the sunken paths of the small village of Sacé, passing by the River Mayenne.
From Sacé, the banks of the Mayenne
This route gives pride of place to the River Mayenne, following its course for over four kilometres. As you travel upstream, you will pass five lock-and-dam complexes, some of which are linked to a small power station.
Around Genest-Saint-Isle
An easy walk starting from Genest-Saint-Isle, with very little elevation gain. The paths are beautiful, and you may see deer. In rainy weather, two or three sections are flooded for a few metres, but you can get around this by walking along the edge of the adjacent field. A beautiful finish along a pretty little stream.
Around the Merveille stream
The Mayenne: first and foremost, it is a river 200 km long that has given its name to a town from which it is navigable, as well as to a department (53).
You’ll begin by exploring the countryside along a path through the scrub, then along so-called ‘traverse’ paths – some unpaved, some tarmacked – with views over the Vallon des Merveilles, before reaching the river as it cuts through the granite at Moulin Oger and then a deep gorge formed by two sandstone escarpments.
Hollow path route in Saint-Jean-sur-Mayenne
A very pleasant walk to rediscover the Mayenne countryside, between sunken paths, wooded areas, fields of cows and crops.
Circular Coupeau around the Vicoin
A lovely, easy and picturesque walk around the Vicoin: marked route no. 3. There are many points of interest along the route, including a playground and a leisure centre. There is a dangerous section 500 m along the D500 between the marker (4) and the marker (5). The road can be busy at weekends. Avoid with children.
The Pouillé Copse in Larchamp
Unnoticeable to the hiker, this route has a unique feature: the waters encountered in the south feed into the Atlantic basin, whilst those in the north flow towards the English Channel.
It does, however, offer the chance to explore a site where woodworking was, for several centuries, the primary industry.
Fouteau Mabon via the ridge
A lovely walk through countryside and woodland in the immediate vicinity of Saint-Berthevin, with a slight climb, and not very busy. There are some rather picturesque stretches with beautiful flower-lined paths along the Vicoin. With a bit of luck, you might see the sulkies being trained at Fouteau Mabon.
(!) Take care when crossing the main road (7), as it can be very busy at weekends. Best avoided with children.
Between the towpath and the forest in Laval
A short, easy walk starting from Laval, taking in towpaths, country roads and forest tracks.
Avesnières route
Discover forgotten heritage by following towpaths, forest paths, country roads and sunken lanes.
Le Relais des Vallées in La Chapelle-Janson
Beautiful sunken lanes, hedgerow-lined countryside, patches of woodland, open countryside and quiet country lanes with very little traffic, offering views over the lush green valleys. A glimpse of the local heritage: the 16th-century Manoir de la Lande.
The Green World circular in Mondevert
A circular route through the Mondevert countryside which also passes close to the Pertre Forest.
The Japanese steps of the Jouanne and the Rochevier lime kiln
This short walk will take you to discover the Jouanne and its stepping stones, as well as the Bois de l’Orbière, the Château de la Mazure and the Rochevier lime kiln. The stepping stones have been reinstalled a little further down the route.
The Vau Follet to Le Pertre route
A welcoming destination on the edge of the Mayenne region and a true paradise for walkers, the village and countryside of Le Pertre offer stunning panoramic views: from the viewing platform behind the church, you can see 39 church spires.