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Circular Eastern of Dol-de-Bretagne via Champ Dolent
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.78 mi
+108 ft
-115 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Dol-de-Bretagne (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Dol-de-Bretagne is a small town full of character offering numerous hiking opportunities, the most popular being the Marais Blanc and Marais Noir trails. The route suggested here follows part of the Nominöe route, but differs in that it passes through the countryside further south, taking in the Menhir du Champ Dolent and the Fontaine Saint-Samson.
Le Marais Blanc and Le Haut Pont via the Mont Dol hill
8.40 mi
+194 ft
-217 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Dol-de-Bretagne (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The route is mainly in the countryside, through the Marais Blanc and Marais Noir marshes, with no particular difficulties except for the ascent of the Mont-Dol hill via the north face (slippery in wet weather) and the descent to the town hall (uneven steps). The route takes the Chemin Vert between Dol de Bretagne and Mont-Dol. Beautiful view of the Marais Blanc and the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel from the top of the Mont Dol hill.
Le Clos Chapelle, south-west of Dol-de-Bretagne
Visorando Member
8.91 mi
+167 ft
-164 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Dol-de-Bretagne (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This route allows us to alternate between the discovery of a hilly landscape, marked by hedgerows and embankments, and the open landscape of the Dol marshes, criss-crossed by its vast network of canals and ditches and punctuated by the omnipresence of Mont-Dol and Dol-de-Bretagne Cathedral.
Route Nominoë in Dol-de-Bretagne
5.03 mi
+66 ft
-69 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Dol-de-Bretagne (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Throughout the walk, visitors can explore the town of Dol-de-Bretagne, the Guyoult and the Dol marshes.
Circular route in Dol-de-Bretagne via La Belle Étoile
5.71 mi
+112 ft
-102 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Dol-de-Bretagne (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This circular route takes you on a tour of Dol-de-Bretagne, a former episcopal city, notably the 13th-century Saint-Samson Cathedral and beautifully restored half-timbered houses. The route follows the Promenade des Remparts and country lanes along the Guyoult coastal river.
Circular starting from Dol-de-Bretagne via Epiniac and the Chemin des Évêques.
8.19 mi
+233 ft
-236 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Dol-de-Bretagne (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A peaceful hike along grassy paths and a few quiet roads. You will follow part of the Chemin des Évêques, which was used by bishops to reach their summer residence. The nearby Château du Domaine des Ormes was once (in the early 14th century) the summer residence of the bishops of Dol-de-Bretagne. Today, it is a campsite. The paths are shaded. If you walk them in autumn, you can collect lots of chestnuts.
The Marais Blanc and La Banche starting from Quercourt.
8.07 mi
+7 ft
-3 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Dol-de-Bretagne (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This is an easy route through the Marais Blanc and along the Canal de la Banche and the Banche itself. It allows you to discover a few old farms scattered throughout the marsh.
Le Vivier and the Canal des Planches from Mont-Dol
7.70 mi
+187 ft
-190 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Mont-Dol (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Walk along small country roads, with the exception of the coastal stretch near Vivier-sur-Mer. In Vivier-sur-Mer, a point of interest is where the River Guyoult meets three estuaries flowing from the Marias de Dol: the Canal des Planches, the Banche and the Biez de Cardequin. To see them, head to the bridge at the village exit towards Cherrueix.
The Forges route in Baguer-Morvan
6.01 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Baguer-Morvan (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This route runs largely through the countryside and follows sunken lanes. It passes through several hamlets whose names raise questions about their origins: Les Forges, Le Portail des Forges and La Ville Feu.
Circular route to Mont-Dol via the river and the two Biez
9.34 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Mont-Dol (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This walk takes you along the paths of the Marais Blanc, and alongside the Guyolut, as well as the Cardequin and Ceinture Nord watercourses. The terrain is flat and easy, but can be exposed to the wind.The section of the route through the Marais Blanc allows you to discover old stone farmhouses that have retained the charm of their original stone construction. Some are listed as heritage sites.
Route from the Saint-Macaire Fountain to Baguer Pican
5.12 mi
+203 ft
-223 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Baguer-Pican (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Trail, half on dirt track, half on road. Beautiful sights with the Saint-Macaire (or Maker) Fountain on one side and the megalithic rock site (also known as the "Field of Tombs") on the other. Part of the trail runs along the Canal de la Banche, which joins Dol de Bretagne at Quercourt.
Saint-Léonard, Les Ormes and the ‘White City’
7.41 mi
+108 ft
-105 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Epiniac (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The route takes you through the Domaine des Ormes Park, which has been developed as a luxury campsite. It then leads you through the countryside along wooded paths and small roads. With a bit of luck, if you keep quiet, you might spot some large game, including wild boar, and no doubt some birds such as little egrets, great egrets or grey herons.
No particular difficulty.
Circular Belle Noë in Épiniac
5.53 mi
+144 ft
-171 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Epiniac (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A gentle walk north of Epiniac. It winds through the woods around the village, along pleasant paths with no particular difficulty.The route can be muddy between November and March but is not flooded. The area is rich in wildlife; you may occasionally encounter a herd of wild boar in the undergrowth, especially during the hunting season! So please take care.
Circular route via Lannoué and Parc de la Higourdais from Epiniac
8.39 mi
+223 ft
-217 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Epiniac (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The route consists almost equally of small roads and grassy paths. It is suitable for all seasons. No particular difficulty. The route winds through the various woods of the commune, which are fairly rich in game. The section near the Parc de la Higourdais is particularly pleasant, with paths running alongside the two ponds.
The Breil and Moulin de la Corbonnais route in Epiniac
5.03 mi
+338 ft
-318 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Epiniac (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A short, peaceful walk near Epiniac. It takes you along some pleasant sunken lanes that are passable in almost all seasons and not too difficult. Here and there you’ll find listed buildings. It’s not impossible to come across a herd of wild boars in the undergrowth, especially during the hunting season! So be careful.
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