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Fresnay-sur-Sarthe walks
Exploring a small town of character
Tourist office
12.33 mi
+515 ft
-522 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Fresnay-sur-Sarthe (Sarthe)
This route will allow you to discover Fresnay-sur-Sarthe, a small town of character nestled in the Alpes Mancelles, as well as its surroundings, particularly via theGR®36A.
Around the village of Sougé-le-Ganelon
Visorando Member6.59 mi
+305 ft
-308 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Sougé-le-Ganelon (Sarthe)
A circular route through the village of Sougé-le-Ganelon, where the Hutchinson factory is located.
From Saint-Christophe-du-Jambet to Lac de Sillé-le-Guillaume
13.39 mi
+1,089 ft
-814 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Christophe-du-Jambet (Sarthe)
A walk to discover (or rediscover) the countryside of northern Sarthe and the Sillé-le-Guillaume national forest.
Loop starting from Gesnes-le-Gandelin
6.69 mi
+220 ft
-217 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Gesnes-le-Gandelin (Sarthe)
An easy loop in the Pays Gesnois, with 80% of the route on dirt tracks, including some pretty sunken lanes. A few heritage sites to discover: the wash house on Rue de Liberté, the church, Place de la Maréchalerie, the Château de Vaux and the Aune Durand wash house in La Roche.
The Croix à Coquilles and the viaduct over the Vaudelle
4.71 mi
+374 ft
-374 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Georges-le-Gaultier (Sarthe)
This route will allow you to discover the commune of Saint-Georges-le-Gaultier, located in the canton of Fresnay-sur-Sarthe in the heart of the Alpes Mancelles. You will discover nature and heritage: church, viaduct, archaic crosses, etc.
Misère Valley and Narbonne Plateau Route
3.56 mi
+423 ft
-404 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Léonard-des-Bois (Sarthe)
From the banks of the Sarthe to the animal park on the Narbonne Plateau, this route offers all the charm of a mountain hike. Its steep paths, scree slopes, the small stream winding its way through the valley, the panoramic views... The Misère Valley, Haut-Fourché, Manoir de l'Linthe and the village of Saint-Léonard-des-Bois confirm this impression.
A visit to the church and two typical houses rounds off this route, 98% of which is on dirt tracks.
Through the gates and ramparts of Bourg-le-Roi
5.17 mi
+187 ft
-180 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Bourg-le-Roi (Sarthe)
This circular route links Chérisay and Bourg-le-Roi. It will introduce you to both natural heritage and rare architectural heritage.
Circular route from Saint-Léonard-des-Bois to Saint-Céneri-le-Gérei
9.86 mi
+1,257 ft
-1,253 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Léonard-des-Bois (Sarthe)
This hilly route between Saint-Léonard-des-Bois and Saint-Céneri-le-Gérei will introduce you to these two typical towns in the Alpes Mancelles, as well as unique landscapes and places.
The meandering Sarthe
9.94 mi
+1,148 ft
-1,158 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Léonard-des-Bois (Sarthe)
The meandering Sarthe route takes you through the Alpes Mancelles from Saint-Léonard-des-Bois via Saint-Céneri-le-Gérei, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France.
The Montaigu Ferryman
4.97 mi
+285 ft
-295 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Léonard-des-Bois (Sarthe)
In the heart of the Alpes Mancelles, discover this hike in an exceptional natural setting: the Canyon des Toyères. Between Sarthe and Mayenne, discover landscapes where nature reigns supreme.
From Héloup to Saint-Germain-du-Corbéis
6.56 mi
+223 ft
-253 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Héloup (Orne)
A lovely Sunday stroll, starting along the edge of the forest with views of the valley.
Path through the forest and around the Grand Pond in Sillé-le-Guillaume.
4.88 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Sillé-le-Guillaume (Sarthe)
Short family hike, forest with its discovery trail, tour of the Grand Pond, the Étang Neuf, the Étang des Molières and perhaps enjoy the activities offered by the information point.
From Saint-Christophe-du-Jambet to Lake Sillé-le-Guillaume
24.55 mi
+1,581 ft
-1,575 ft
2 days
Moderate
Departure from Sillé-le-Guillaume (Sarthe)
A 40km circular route over 2 days, to discover (or rediscover) the countryside of northern Sarthe and the Sillé-le-Guillaume national forest.
From Lake Sillé-le-Guillaume to Saint-Christophe-du-Jambet
11.16 mi
+459 ft
-712 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Sillé-le-Guillaume (Sarthe)
A walk to discover (or rediscover) the countryside of northern Sarthe and the Sillé-le-Guillaume national forest.
The three ponds in the Sillé Forest
5.93 mi
+295 ft
-289 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Sillé-le-Guillaume (Sarthe)
Sillé-le-Guillaume, a Petite Cité de Caractère® located 35 km north-west of Le Mans, is a former stronghold of the Haut-Maine region on the border between Normandy and Brittany. It developed around its castle and collegiate church. It became famous in the20th century for its ‘Coco Plage’ leisure and swimming centre. This walk will allow you to explore the Sillé State Forest and its lakes. Extend your outing with a visit to the town and its castle.