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Craon walks
Eastern Craon Route
Tourist office
4.88 mi
+128 ft
-125 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Craon (Mayenne)
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 La Rincerie route
3.26 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from La Selle-Craonnaise (Mayenne)
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).
Cosmes Route
4.89 mi
+174 ft
-144 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Cosmes (Mayenne)
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.
Route du Bourgneuf in Saint-Quentin-les-Anges
5.49 mi
+167 ft
-141 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Quentin-les-Anges (Mayenne)
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.
Route in Cossé-le-Vivien
9.62 mi
+233 ft
-256 ft
4h 40
Average
Departure from Cossé-le-Vivien (Mayenne)
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.
Margué Route
6.48 mi
+108 ft
-115 ft
3h 05
Average
Departure from Laigné (Mayenne)
The Margué route offers a pleasant walk through the countryside around Laigné in southern Mayenne.
Méral Route
6.80 mi
+108 ft
-115 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Méral (Mayenne)
This family-friendly walk, lasting just over 3 hours, will take you on a tour of the village of Méral and its surroundings.
Saint-Aignan Route and the Caves – Congier – La Rouaudière Circular Routes
15.03 mi
+322 ft
-315 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Aignan-sur-Roë (Mayenne)
This long route will take you through the countryside of southern Mayenne around Saint-Aignan-sur-Roë.
Towards the ponds of the Saint-Blaise Leisure Park
Visorando Member
7.04 mi
+453 ft
-476 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Nyoiseau (Maine-et-Loire)
A lovely, very pleasant walk that goes round the Saint-Blaise ponds and tells the story of the miners’ lives.
The lake by the umbrella pines in Combrée
5.60 mi
+177 ft
-164 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Combrée (Maine-et-Loire)
Hike accessible all year round. Pleasant paths in the countryside with views of the forest, where you can see deer roaming. Pass through an avenue of umbrella pines, unique in the region.
The banks of the Oudon in Segré
7.36 mi
+266 ft
-272 ft
3h 35
Average
Departure from Sainte-Gemmes-d'Andigné (Maine-et-Loire)
A pleasant and varied walk that allows you to discover this pretty little town by passing through unusual and very pleasant places. No difficulty whatsoever.
Route from Oliveau to Saint-Sulpice
4.32 mi
+210 ft
-236 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sulpice (Mayenne) (Mayenne)
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.
La Roche Neuville loop: heritage and craftsmanship
12.64 mi
+348 ft
-328 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Villiers-Charlemagne (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.
The Grande Courbe route in Origné
6.50 mi
+276 ft
-292 ft
3h 15
Average
Departure from Origné (Mayenne) (Mayenne)
The second Origné route in South Mayenne, which will take you along the Mayenne towpath.
Route from La Roche to Origné
6.37 mi
+226 ft
-233 ft
3h 10
Average
Departure from Origné (Mayenne) (Mayenne)
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).
Around Montigné-le-Brillant
4.30 mi
+203 ft
-233 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Montigné-le-Brillant (Mayenne)
A lovely walk through the countryside near Montigné. Beautiful, unobstructed scenery. Mainly small tarmac country roads and 1.5 km on a dirt track. The final section follows the D283 for 400 m. A shortcut is possible by returning via the Voie Verte, which is shaded and has a dirt and gravel surface: less tiring and, above all, no cars, though cyclists do pass through.
Route of the three ponds in Pouancé
5.59 mi
+233 ft
-243 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Pouancé (Maine-et-Loire)
A pleasant route that takes you along paths to discover the pretty countryside of Pouancé, its ponds, its castle and the charming village with its narrow streets and beautiful bourgeois houses. A superb family walk with lovely views.
La route de la Crossonière in Brielles
Local authority
10.18 mi
+331 ft
-308 ft
5h 00
Average
Departure from Brielles (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Although the high-speed rail line (LGV) runs through Brielles from east to west, the town, together with the neighbouring commune of Le Pertre, offers a network of beautiful trails.Suitable for both walking and mountain biking.
The Vau Follet to Le Pertre route
5.40 mi
+217 ft
-217 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Le Pertre (Ille-et-Vilaine)
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.
The Cinq Chemins route in Argentré-du-Plessis
3.57 mi
+164 ft
-164 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Argentré-du-Plessis (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A short circular route through the countryside between Argentré-du-Plessis and Le Pertre.
Through woods and along the river around L’Huisserie
7.49 mi
+253 ft
-256 ft
3h 40
Average
Departure from L'Huisserie (Mayenne)
Discover the life-size illustration of L’Huisserie’s slogan, ‘between woods and river’. This walk is suitable for families as it presents no particular difficulty, and you can enjoy a picnic (you’ll find tables at the signposts (6) and shortly after (7)).
The Japanese steps of the Jouanne and the Rochevier lime kiln
4.07 mi
+236 ft
-243 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Mayenne
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.