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Hamars walks
Beneath the Monts d'Ancre
Visorando Member
8.22 mi
+883 ft
-869 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Hamars (Calvados)
A very pleasant walk through the undergrowth, with the sound of small streams flowing through this magnificent forest. Lots of mushrooms in season.
Panoramic views of the pre-bocage landscape at Bonnemaison
5.54 mi
+413 ft
-407 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Bonnemaison (Calvados)
Starting from Bonnemaison, walk through the meadows, make your way through the hedgerow countryside, descend into the Vingt-Bec valley, lined with woods, and discover the Valcongrain State Forest.
Route de la Vignonnière
3.75 mi
+591 ft
-610 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Sallen (Calvados)
"The territory of Saint-Martin-de-Sallen is one of the most rugged in the department. Sandstone, ancient schist and marble form its bedrock." (A de Caumont 1-165)
On the outskirts of Swiss Normandy
4.91 mi
+338 ft
-338 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Caine (Calvados)
Discover the charms of the wooded countryside on the edge of Swiss Normandy, stroll along its shaded paths, follow and cross its streams, and be captivated by its architectural and rural heritage.
Walk to the Saint-Joseph Chapel in Saint-Bénin
6.14 mi
+807 ft
-797 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Thury-Harcourt (Calvados)
From Thury-Harcourt to the Chapel of Saint Joseph.
On these paths, you will find uphill and downhill undergrowth, theGR®36and the Chapelle Saint-Joseph.
The Val Roy
6.20 mi
+525 ft
-509 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ouffières (Calvados)
Ouffières welcomes you to a large square beautifully decorated with flowers. You can then set off to discover magnificent stone houses before following the Orne River as it winds its way through the Swiss Normandy.
On the heights of Roucamps
5.60 mi
+367 ft
-358 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Roucamps (Calvados)
A pleasant hike that allows you to rediscover cornflowers and poppies. A pleasant walk through the forest.
The Moulin du Fay
6.83 mi
+820 ft
-830 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Cauville (Calvados)
Swiss Normandy: valleys, springs, streams, fir trees, small villages – everything you need to have a great day out and come home tired.
Mont Pinçon in Le Plessis-Grimoult
4.39 mi
+302 ft
-308 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Le Plessis-Grimoult (Calvados)
Hike around Mont-Pinçon, the highest point in the Calvados department, best known for its radio and television transmitter. Along the way, you will see traces of the Roman presence and discover that, in August 1944, it was also the site of a fierce tank battle during the liberation of France.
A short walk along the sunken paths between Goupillières and the River Orne
2.38 mi
+308 ft
-308 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Goupillières (Calvados)
A short ride along paths through the woods and alongside a lovely little stream. The route reaches the River Orne, a lovely spot for a picnic by the water’s edge. The return journey follows a shaded path. The little village has a few attractions, notably the simple, rustic 17th-century church. The schist buildings stand in stark contrast to the usual Caen stone that dominates the region.
The Orne Valley
10.76 mi
+1,444 ft
-1,447 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Goupillières (Calvados)
The Orne valley, upstream from the city of Caen.
This circuit invites you to discover both banks of the Orne River north of Thury-Harcourt.
Description and route slightly out of date in places, see reviews for alternatives
The Ajon Valley
8.95 mi
+591 ft
-604 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Banneville-sur-Ajon (Calvados)
This circular route between the Ajon and Odon valleys offers an interesting visit to the Chapelle Saint-Clair and the Moulin d'Ajon.
Pray Mill and Brie Bridge
8.72 mi
+610 ft
-610 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Trois-Monts (Calvados)
If you're passing by on the Greenway, it's well worth a detour.
Between Trois-Monts and Goupillières
5.90 mi
+741 ft
-738 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Trois-Monts (Calvados)
A lovely walk over hill and dale with stunning views of the surrounding countryside from high up, across fields and then along paths through the woods, in the shade and alongside the river. The view over the River Orne is magnificent and a real change of scenery.
Chapel of Bonne Nouvelle
6.37 mi
+951 ft
-935 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Esson (Calvados)
Hiking in Suisse Normande. With blue skies, you can discover the beautiful valleys.
I recommend a visit to the Bonne Nouvelle Chapel, which is open during the day and offers the opportunity to leave messages.
Route de Sainte-Honorine-du-Fay via Trois-Monts
7.79 mi
+620 ft
-600 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Honorine-du-Fay (Calvados)
Come and discover the diversity of the landscapes from Sainte-Honorine-du-Fay to Trois-Monts, enjoy the tranquillity of the countryside, let yourself be lulled by the gentle music of the streams and enjoy the calm of the Orne valley.
Grimbosq Forest from the Sainte-Anne car park
5.83 mi
+377 ft
-381 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Grimbosq (Calvados)
A walk through the forest on easy paths, featuring an educational trail and a tour of the wildlife park.
Between Vaux and Val de Druance around Lénault
6.57 mi
+663 ft
-663 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Lénault (Calvados)
A walk passing through Lénault, St-Jean-le-Blanc, Marsangle and the Notre-Dame-de-Pitié chapel.
In Suisse Normande, the Pain de Sucre and the Rochers des Parcs
7.92 mi
+896 ft
-915 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Clécy (Calvados)
Starting from Le Vey, this easily accessible circular route leads to the Pain de Sucre and the Rochers des Parcs, two lovely sites in Suisse Normande, via quiet roads, the Greenway and footpaths. Starting along the River Orne, the route then climbs up onto the plateau before descending back to the river. The walk follows tree-lined paths for part of the way, but some sections are exposed to the sun.
In the Normandy countryside around Clécy
5.68 mi
+850 ft
-837 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Clécy (Calvados)
A fairly easy walk, mostly along country lanes with virtually no traffic.Return via the Clécy viaduct and along the River Orne.This walk can be done in the morning, with a stop for lunch at one of the riverside bistros along the Orne.
Orne valley around Clécy
6.16 mi
+906 ft
-922 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Clécy (Calvados)
A superb walk to discover the Normandy bocage and the Orne valley.
This hike takes in "le pain de sucre", "les rochers de la Houle" and "les rochers des parcs".
Around Neuilly-le-Malherbe
3.58 mi
+233 ft
-246 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Vacognes-Neuilly (Calvados)
A short walk with a few climbs and lovely views over the Ajon Valley. Halfway along, there is a beautiful wash house where you can stop for a break.
The Odon balconies
6.05 mi
+446 ft
-463 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Parfouru-sur-Odon (Calvados)
Between paths, plains and undergrowth, this hike will delight you with its scenery.
Like all hikes in the bocage, it is hilly with a good little climb.
The route is very well marked with yellow signs.
Circular walk along the River Orne from Amayé-sur-Orne
5.14 mi
+190 ft
-190 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Amayé-sur-Orne (Calvados)
You’ll reach the Orne valley through the woods, overlooking the Val de Maizet, before following the river to the Pont du Coudray to return to your starting point.
Black Madonna of Villers-Boccage
Association / Club / Walk leader
2.27 mi
+164 ft
-151 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Villers-Bocage (Calvados)
A circular walk starting from the Ecanet lake and passing by the statue of the Black Madonna.
Published bythe Pays de Vire Tourist Office, it is reproduced here for use with Visorando.
Circuit from Villers-Bocage to Tracy-Bocage
5.20 mi
+210 ft
-210 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Villers-Bocage (Calvados)
An easy route along beautiful paths through woods and hedgerows, passing through a typical village of the Pays Bocain.
Circular des Rochers des Parcs
4.23 mi
+676 ft
-676 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Le Bô (Calvados)
This is a fairly easy hike, with beautiful panoramic views of the Orne and the surrounding countryside throughout. An iconic site in Suisse Normande, the Rochers des Parcs are also a mecca for rock climbing.