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Loué walks
The Vègre
Visorando Member
9.40 mi
+482 ft
-456 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Loué (Sarthe)
This route, which forms a double circular route along the Vègre, will take you past a variety of biodiversity and heritage sites.
The three bell towers of Brûlon, Chevillé and Avessé
8.91 mi
+538 ft
-531 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Brûlon (Sarthe)
This walk, which is steep in places, will take you on a journey of discovery through the heritage of Brûlon (birthplace of Claude Chappe, inventor of the aerial telegraph) as well as that of two neighbouring villages (Chevillé and Avessé).
A picturesque walk around Brûlon
4.42 mi
+276 ft
-282 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Brûlon (Sarthe)
This short but fairly challenging walk will allow you to discover the landscape and heritage of the area around Brûlon, the birthplace of Claude Chappe, the brilliant inventor of the aerial telegraph.
Between Chantenay-Villedieu and Saint-Pierre-des-Bois
5.71 mi
+105 ft
-102 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Chantenay-Villedieu (Sarthe)
If you enjoy peaceful walks in the countryside and discovering a village with some lovely restaurants, take this short, easy walk.
La Coulanaise
6.64 mi
+200 ft
-200 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Coulans-sur-Gée (Sarthe)
This route, which starts in Coulans-sur-Gée, includes a significant proportion of small country roads, as well as old footpaths and wide, newly created scenic paths to complete the circular route.
Route of the two churches in Cossé-en-Champagne – Bannes
Tourist office
11.26 mi
+223 ft
-213 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Cossé-en-Champagne (Mayenne)
Starting from the pretty village of Cossé-en-Champagne, set off on this circular walk to explore the
Mayenne countryside. Along the way, you’ll encounter two superb Romanesque churches, a charming chapel,
paths lined with broom and dense shrubbery.
You can combine this route with route no. 3.
Bouillé route
5.12 mi
+436 ft
-427 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Torcé-Viviers-en-Charnie (Mayenne)
This route will take you to explore Bouillé Castle and the paths running along the edge of the Bois de la Grande-Charnie.
This route is signposted “No. 26” on the yellow directional arrows.
The Grande Charnie Forest
10.81 mi
+797 ft
-797 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Torcé-Viviers-en-Charnie (Mayenne)
From Torcé-Viviers-en-Charnie, follow the lush green paths through the Mayenne countryside and gently make your way into the Charnie Forest. You’ll enjoy a view of the forest from its highest point and be transported back centuries as you come across the megaliths along the route.
Tour de Viviers
5.69 mi
+594 ft
-597 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Torcé-Viviers-en-Charnie (Mayenne)
This route will take you to the edge of the Grande Charnie and allow you to explore the sunken paths of Torcé-Viviers-en-Charnie.
This route is signposted “No. 27” on the yellow directional arrows.
Route of the three towns around Thorigné-en-Charnie
8.53 mi
+358 ft
-361 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Thorigné-en-Charnie (Mayenne)
Here you will discover the rich heritage of the Coëvrons: chapels, churches, lime kilns and mills. This route will also reveal the beauty of our landscapes through the steep-sided paths, caves and Saulges canyon. You will also spot the unflappable aurochs!
Circular route along the banks of the Vègre and Sarthe rivers
4.55 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Juigné-sur-Sarthe (Sarthe)
An easy walk that can be done on foot or by bike. The first part, which is less pleasant, is in full sun, so bring a hat if it is hot. Views of pretty manors and a very pleasant walk along the Sarthe.
Route du Bois de l'Hommeau
6.01 mi
+59 ft
-59 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Parcé-sur-Sarthe (Sarthe)
An easy route that allows you to discover a rich and varied heritage while walking along the Sarthe river.
Around Étival-lès-le-Mans
4.41 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Étival-lès-le-Mans (Sarthe)
A pleasant walk where you can explore shaded paths and the Bois de la Cornuère. This is a diverse woodland, consisting mainly of deciduous trees, notably beautiful oaks. A few large umbrella pines dot this lovely landscape. A picnic table awaits you shortly after leaving the woods.
Auvers-le-Hamon and the LGV
6.19 mi
+131 ft
-131 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Auvers-le-Hamon (Sarthe)
Discover Auvers-le-Hamon, its church, its lake, its wash house and its charm, along the LGV.
Circular village loop through the valleys
4.23 mi
+85 ft
-69 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Voivres-lès-le-Mans (Sarthe)
A short hike that allows you to discover the built heritage, such as the church and the wash house, as well as the wetland vegetation.
Between Erve and Charnie
5.54 mi
+463 ft
-489 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Suzanne (Mayenne) (Mayenne)
This 8.9 km route (marked yellow, no. 28) is particularly suited to walkers and mountain bikers. It combines exploring local heritage and sunken paths, and offers a glimpse of the Grande Charnie Forest.
Around the town of Sainte-Suzanne
4.26 mi
+213 ft
-240 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Suzanne (Mayenne) (Mayenne)
Come and discover the charming little paths north of Sainte-Suzanne. Along the way, you can visit the English camp (or Beugy camp) and enjoy a beautiful view of the Mayenne countryside.
The Table des Diables
10.51 mi
+1,211 ft
-1,191 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Suzanne (Mayenne) (Mayenne)
Come and discover the architectural and heritage treasures offered by this route and the sunken paths! You will get a glimpse of the Grande Charnie Forest. Marked route "No. 29".
This route can be combined with the "Tour de Viviers" route to reach Torcé-Viviers-en-Charnie.
Chammes route
6.90 mi
+305 ft
-282 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Suzanne (Mayenne) (Mayenne)
This route will take you along the hedgerow paths between Sainte-Suzanne and Chammes.
Historic Juigné-sur-Sarthe
3.60 mi
+128 ft
-118 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Juigné-sur-Sarthe (Sarthe)
On the other side of the Sarthe, the town of Juigné-sur-Sarthe lies opposite Solesmes, a centre of Gregorian chant.
As you walk along the towpath (GR®365) by the water’s edge, stop off to explore this village in the Sarthe region and its views over the Sarthe Valley. To do so, simply stay within the village and follow the green markings of the “Tour des carrières” route.
From one bank of the Sarthe to the other, passing by the Abbey of Solesmes
6.87 mi
+213 ft
-240 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Solesmes (Sarthe) (Sarthe)
The Sarthe gave its name to our department. This route between Sablé-sur-Sarthe and Solesmes will allow you to walk along the river on the towpath and offer you beautiful views.
Chemin de la Maussidé
7.23 mi
+217 ft
-200 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Malicorne-sur-Sarthe (Sarthe)
This route will take you through the Malicorne countryside, then introduce you to the architectural heritage of this small town. Owned by local lords, the mills of Malicorne passed into the hands of Jean Loyseau around 1747, who founded the first earthenware factory.
