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Walk around Lengronne
A short stroll through the countryside of southern Manche to breathe in the sea air, which mingles with the scent of freshly cut grass and humus.
Entre Sienne et Bérence
Ce bourg d'environ 1500 habitants charme par ses constructions de caractère et le dynamisme de ses habitants. Le parcours de randonnée vous mènera vers les méandres des deux rivières qui serpentent sur le territoire, la Sienne et la Bérence, qui font le bonheur des randonneurs comme des pêcheurs de salmonidés.
Sey Mill from Trelly
Along the banks of the Sienne, you’ll enjoy this route, which takes you along numerous shaded paths. What’s more, your route is dotted with relics of the past: wayside crosses, a chapel, an old village and even an old mill. An unmissable walk in the Coutances area.
Sey Mill Circular Route
A short, picturesque circular cycle route, criss-crossing the Sienne river, taking in the ruins of a watermill and a few Romanesque or Gothic churches.
Route du Moulin à Ver
For a long time, the hydraulic power of watercourses was harnessed, and mills served as landmarks for water-related activities along the rivers. In Ver, on the River Sienne – a coastal river renowned for hosting large migratory fish (Atlantic salmon, sea lamprey and eel) – the weir at the Moulin de Ver was removed in 2010 to facilitate their passage.
Walk along the banks of the Sienne near the Moulin Fouleur
A walk through the bocage. You’ll start by following the River Sienne along a narrow forest track. You’ll then leave this track to climb up to the top of the small hill overlooking the river, reaching a little chalet at the highest point.
Whale route
This picturesque little village, nestled in the heart of the Sienne Valley, will enchant you with its peaceful setting and lush greenery. Its few houses, built from local stone, surround the church. You will notice that the slopes of this valley are covered with beech trees, whose hard, uniform wood is used in carpentry and cabinetmaking, as well as simply for firewood.
The Chapelle des Costils in Roncey
This village, with a population of over 800, is a typical example of post-war reconstruction and was largely destroyed during the Second World War. On 29 July 1944, the day the village was liberated during Operation Cobra, several thousand German soldiers were surrounded in this pocket, with the village of Roncey at its centre.
Around L’Airou
This walking trail winds through a steep-sided valley rich in architectural heritage: mills, a manor house, a castle, etc.
You’ll also be taken back in time as you discover traces of the writer Rémy de Gourmont’s time here.
Towards Notre-Dame de Hambye Abbey
Between Sienne and Hambyotte, this route invites you to discover the Normandy countryside via numerous sunken lanes where, in the meadows that line them, Prim'Holstein cows, originally from Holland, mingle with Normande cows, the region's emblematic breed. At the end of the route, Hambye Abbey awaits you with its13th-century chapter house.
The Balconies of the Sienne
Situated in the heart of the Coutances countryside, the village of Hambye overlooks the surrounding area with a landscape of extensive hedgerows which, as you follow the route, provide a stunning natural backdrop to the abbey ruins and offer a valuable insight into the landscapes of the Normandy valleys, with meadows—some of which are wet at the valley floor—and woodland on the slopes.
The Manor House Tour starting from Hyenville
This route is a must for exploring the magnificent landscapes of the Coutances area. Furthermore, it takes in numerous manor houses (all private), highlighting the importance of this commune in days gone by. In the 19th century, Hyenville enjoyed a thriving economy thanks to several industries (including a lime kiln).
The Gruel Mill
Starting from the medieval church in Orval, a short walk along sunken paths and a quiet country lane leads to an old mill on the River Soulles.
Mills and locks from Orval
This idyllic route winds through the commune of Orval, surrounded by the River Sienne and its tributary, the Soulles. The route offers beautiful views of the bocage and the town of Coutances, and allows you to discover unspoilt, rich natural surroundings.
La vallée de la Soulles à Montpinchon
De cet endroit, nommé le Mont, vous apprécierez la vue imprenable sur la commune et ses environs, dominés par la cathédrale gothique de Coutances. Le sentier vous mènera derrière le Château de Cerisy-la-Salle, devenu Centre Culturel International. Toutes les cultures s'y rencontrent chaque année lors de colloques très prisés.
The two church towers in Montpinchon
In the lush countryside of the Savigny bocage, follow in the footsteps of history. As you walk, try to catch a glimpse of Savigny’s bell tower and listen carefully: the old stones have stories to tell.