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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.
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.
Dol Marshes and Mont-Dol
12.65 mi
+180 ft
-180 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Cherrueix (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This is a route with a very distinctive elevation profile: 95% of the route is at sea level, with only the Mont-Dol rising above it.
But the main attractions of this route are, on the one hand, the Bay, a landscape listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979, and on the other hand, the 350 km of canals, leats and ditches that help regulate the water level in the marsh.
Circular route in Cherrueix via La Larronnière and La Banche
6.57 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Cherrueix (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This easy walk takes you along the coast between the towns of Cherrueix and Le Vivier-sur-Mer, with beautiful views of Mont St Michel Bay to the east and Pointe du Grouin and Cancale to the west.It then continues inland, running alongside the River Banche, a bucolic stretch accompanied by the chirping of birds if there are no farmers at work.The circular route ends with a fairly quiet stretch of road.
Cherrueix beaches and marshes
5.11 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Cherrueix (Ille-et-Vilaine)
An easy route to explore the marsh, then return to the seaside via the beach.
Circular routes via Pont Allain and Le Perray from Étang de Beaufort
7.18 mi
+266 ft
-266 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Plerguer (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The route links two of the water retention ponds in the Plerguer area. It alternates between sections on small country roads and stretches through the undergrowth. The route is mainly on hard ground, small roads or stony paths; it is particularly uninteresting during the wet months from autumn to March but can be enjoyed in the other months of the year.The route presents no particular difficulties.
Circular route to the Étang de Beaufort via Mireloup and Le Tronchet
8.39 mi
+361 ft
-361 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Plerguer (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The route links two of the reservoirs in the Plerguer region. It alternates between small country roads and sections in the undergrowth, particularly in the Mesnil Forest, along the Mireloup Reservoir.The route does not present any particular difficulties despite the significant cumulative elevation gain (for the region).
The two valleys and the salt marshes
10.25 mi
+269 ft
-269 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Broladre (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Throughout this route, there are superb views of Mont-Saint-Michel and the polders.But you will discover no less than three different landscapes: the ecologically rich site of the two valleys, the market gardening area of the polders and the infinite space of the salt marshes.
Circular loop through the Parc de la Higourdais via Le Brégain to Épiniac
8.66 mi
+374 ft
-387 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Epiniac (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This route crosses the Parc de la Higourdais on the heights of Épiniac. It leads to the banks of the Ruisseau du Landal, which it follows through woodland that is particularly pleasant in summer. It then continues, half on road and half on footpaths. The walk passes over Brégain Hill, which offers a beautiful view of the Guyoult basin to the north. In good weather, you can see Mont-Saint-Michel to the north-east. The return journey takes you along small roads that are generally quite pleasant and quiet, allowing you to discover old hamlets and some beautiful stone houses.
The Parc de la Higourdais and the Croix de Pierre
7.44 mi
+102 ft
-69 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Epiniac (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The Parc de la Higourdais is managed by the Ille-et-Vilaine Departmental Council. It was the Council that had the mill and the bakehouse restored. Furthermore, along the route you will come across no fewer than five crosses.
Short tour of the Polders in Cherrueix
4.19 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Cherrueix (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This hike follows the path along the dyke between Chapelle Sainte-Anne and Polder du Nouveau Conseil and, on the way back, takes the Greenway linking Mont Saint-Michel to Cancale and continuing on to Saint-Malo and beyond. Beautiful view of the bay when the weather is good, which is often the case!
Circular starting from Bonnemain via La Perinne and Les Ormes.
8.02 mi
+164 ft
-164 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Bonnemain (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Bonnemain is one of the twenty-six communes in the canton of Combourg (also known as Romantic Brittany). This walk complements the one to the north-east, which runs between the village and the Domaine des Ormes. It winds its way through the countryside, via sunken paths and a few pretty little houses.
From Sainte-Anne Chapel in Cherrueix to the polders
8.12 mi
+10 ft
-13 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Broladre (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This hike follows the path along the dyke between the Sainte-Anne Chapel and the Bertrand Polder and, on the way back, takes the Greenway linking Mont Saint-Michel to Cancale and continuing on to Saint-Malo and beyond. Beautiful view of the bay when the weather is good, which is often the case!
Around Bonnemain
4.60 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Bonnemain (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Bonnemain is one of the twenty-six communes in the canton of Combourg (also known as Romantic Brittany). This walk complements the one to the north-east, which runs between the village and the Domaine des Ormes. It winds its way through the countryside via sunken paths and past some pretty little houses.
The Domaine des Ormes from Bonnemain
5.67 mi
+72 ft
-69 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Bonnemain (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Located in the north-west of the Ille-et-Vilaine department, Bonnemain is one of the twenty-six parishes in the canton of Combourg, also known as Romantic Brittany. This gentle walk allows you to discover the surrounding countryside and the Domaine des Ormes, renowned for its campsite. The path is lined with some beautiful stone houses and two wayside crosses. The path around the Étang de la Sablonnière is particularly pleasant.
Chappe telegraph route in Saint-Marcan
5.15 mi
+289 ft
-282 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Marcan (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The route follows the granite massif of the former coastline. You will walk along ancient paths, some of which are carved into the granite. The bocage landscape consists of sunken lanes, small meadows and fields surrounded by hedges. You will discover some beautiful views of the Bay of Mont-St-Michel, but the mount itself remains out of sight, hidden by a protruding plateau.
From Château du Haut Mesnil to Notre-Dame de Tronchet Abbey
5.46 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Le Tronchet (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A pleasant walk to discover the Abbey of Notre-Dame du Tronchet. The route takes you through a heavily wooded landscape, including the Mesnil State Forest, the Château du Haut Mesnil with its chapel, and then Lake Mireloup. It is a route rich in both natural and cultural interest.
Jardin d'Amour and the covered walkway at La Roche aux Fées in the Mesnil Forest
4.95 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Tressé (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This route takes you through wooded and hedgerow landscapes. Running exclusively through the undergrowth, it takes you through the Mesnil State Forest (600 ha), formerly owned by the privateer Surcouf. The paths are well-maintained but numerous, particularly in the southern section; follow the route carefully, ideally using a smartphone, as it is easy to take a wrong turn. The covered walkway, known as ‘La Roche aux Fées’, should not be confused with another walkway of the same name, which is more monumental and located in Janzé.
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