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L'Huisserie walks
Through woods and along the river around L’Huisserie
Visorando Member
7.49 mi
+253 ft
-256 ft
3h 40
Moderate
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.
Avesnières route
4.33 mi
+243 ft
-226 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Laval (Mayenne) (Mayenne)
Discover forgotten heritage by following towpaths, forest paths, country roads and sunken lanes.
Between the towpath and the forest in Laval
7.25 mi
+246 ft
-240 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Laval (Mayenne) (Mayenne)
A short, easy walk starting from Laval, taking in towpaths, country roads and forest tracks.
Fouteau Mabon via the ridge
3.41 mi
+210 ft
-282 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Berthevin (Mayenne)
A lovely walk through countryside and woodland in the immediate vicinity of Saint-Berthevin, with a slight climb, and not very busy. There are some rather picturesque stretches with beautiful flower-lined paths along the Vicoin. With a bit of luck, you might see the sulkies being trained at Fouteau Mabon.
(!) Take care when crossing the main road (7), as it can be very busy at weekends. Best avoided with children.
Circular Coupeau around the Vicoin
5.30 mi
+184 ft
-167 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Berthevin (Mayenne)
A lovely, easy and picturesque walk around the Vicoin: marked route no. 3. There are many points of interest along the route, including a playground and a leisure centre. There is a dangerous section 500 m along the D500 between the marker (4) and the marker (5). The road can be busy at weekends. Avoid with children.
The Grande Courbe route in Origné
Tourist office6.50 mi
+276 ft
-292 ft
3h 15
Moderate
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
Moderate
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).
Hollow path route in Saint-Jean-sur-Mayenne
4.56 mi
+236 ft
-236 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-sur-Mayenne (Mayenne)
A very pleasant walk to rediscover the Mayenne countryside, between sunken paths, wooded areas, fields of cows and crops.
Around the Merveille stream
10.81 mi
+512 ft
-492 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-sur-Mayenne (Mayenne)
The Mayenne: first and foremost, it is a river 200 km long that has given its name to a town from which it is navigable, as well as to a department (53).
You’ll begin by exploring the countryside along a path through the scrub, then along so-called ‘traverse’ paths – some unpaved, some tarmacked – with views over the Vallon des Merveilles, before reaching the river as it cuts through the granite at Moulin Oger and then a deep gorge formed by two sandstone escarpments.
Around Genest-Saint-Isle
3.70 mi
+171 ft
-187 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Le Genest-Saint-Isle (Mayenne)
An easy walk starting from Genest-Saint-Isle, with very little elevation gain. The paths are beautiful, and you may see deer. In rainy weather, two or three sections are flooded for a few metres, but you can get around this by walking along the edge of the adjacent field. A beautiful finish along a pretty little stream.
Route de La Valette in Villiers-Charlemagne
7.41 mi
+331 ft
-331 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Villiers-Charlemagne (Mayenne)
The route to the north-west of Villiers-Charlemagne is characterised by water, with sections running alongside the village’s ponds
in the village as well as the River Mayenne. You’ll also catch sight of some beautiful castles.
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.
Route in Cossé-le-Vivien
9.62 mi
+233 ft
-256 ft
4h 40
Moderate
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.
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.
The ‘Route des Trotteurs’ in Ruillé-Froid-Fonds
11.97 mi
+207 ft
-230 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Ruillé-Froid-Fonds (Mayenne)
Recommended for those who aren’t put off by a long walk, the Ruillé-Froid-Fonds route will take you through the countryside of southern Mayenne, a region much loved by horse breeders. The proximity of two stud farms and the cool, refreshing atmosphere of the Bois du Puy will round off your exploration.