Le Bouillon walks

Hike in the Sées region offering panoramic views of Sées Cathedral, then continuing along the Écouves Forest. Pass through typical villages and enjoy some lovely surprises for animal lovers (donkey farm, animal park).

Starting from the Croix-Médavy crossroads, this route follows mainly forest paths. You’ll discover the highest point in Normandy (the Signal d’Ecouves – 413 m), situated in the commune of L’Orée d’Écouves. Picnic tables and a barbecue are available for walkers at the Croix de Médavy crossroads (start and finish).

This short route is ideal for those who want to explore the Écouves Forest without undertaking a long hike. This route does not present any particular difficulties. It crosses part of the fitness trail before reaching the Verdier crossroads and continuing on to the top of the Rocher du Vignage.

This route, suitable for everyone, offers beautiful views of the countryside around Fontenai-les-Louvets, including the Écouves Forest and the Fontenai Ponds, and also features some interesting sites: a bread oven restored by the Foksa association, and a section ofthe GR®36 trail.

Ce circuit en forêt d'Écouves sur les GR®36 et GR®22, accessible à tous, offre une belle vue sur la Butte Chaumont à partir du Carrefour des Arcis. Il propose aussi un détour par la Fontaine Saint-André.

This beautiful walk is accessible to all and can be enjoyed with the family. You will be enchanted by its natural beauty as you follow the paths through the commune (90% dirt tracks and 10% tarmac). You can admire the Manoir de la Juisselerie and many other points of interest. It is not uncommon to encounter squirrels, foxes, deer and other animals. Best done between April and October as it gets wet when it rains heavily.

Circular route passing through the Belvédère de Perseigne, the highest point in this forest.

A lovely Sunday stroll, starting along the edge of the forest with views of the valley.

Discover the charm of the Perseigne National Forest on the edge of the "Maine Normand".

The goal of this hike, which can be done as a circular or round trip, is none other than the highest point in western France, at... 416 metres above sea level. From the viewpoint that has been built there, you can enjoy a 360° panorama and, on a very clear day, you can see the silhouette of Mont Saint-Michel, about a hundred kilometres away.

This lovely walk is a real pleasure, allowing you to explore the Perseigne Forest on the outskirts of Ancinnes and admire some beautiful, simple, old country houses.

A hike starting from the iconic Mont des Avaloirs viewpoint, offering a beautiful route through the Multonne forest. Before or after the hike, be sure to climb the 108 steps of the building for an exceptional 360° view and, as you ascend, discover the brightly coloured street art by Seb Toussaint, a Franco-British graffiti artist. Route of the Mont des Avaloirs Community of Communes.

Immerse yourself in nature at the heart of the Mont des Avaloirs Regional Nature Reserve! At 416 metres high, Mont des Avaloirs, the highest point in western France, takes you to the summit of the Armorican Massif. You are in the heart of the Normandy-Maine Regional Nature Park and Geopark. On the poor soil of Armorican sandstone, the dominant habitats are heathland and deciduous woodland. In this gentle, low-lying landscape, you’ll also find meadows, peat bogs and scree slopes. Current inventories list over 2,000 species, several of which are heritage species such as the European Nightjar and the Montagu’s Harrier. Numerous routes set off from this particularly well-preserved natural environment, dotted with magnificent sites. This trail offers a total immersion in nature, with themed stops to trace the thread of history, discover the wildlife and flora, and understand how the landscapes have evolved. Along the way, new views unfold!

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.

This circular route links Chérisay and Bourg-le-Roi. It will introduce you to both natural heritage and rare architectural heritage.

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 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.

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 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.

A circular route through the village of Sougé-le-Ganelon, where the Hutchinson factory is located.