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Marpiré walks
Route of the Lisière Trail in Marpiré
Local authority 
10.81 mi
+236 ft
-236 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Marpiré (Ille-et-Vilaine)
After walking through the undergrowth of the Chevré Forest, you will discover this vast plateau via wide paths and small country lanes, where fields of grain blend with green meadows, ending as you began with a walk through the Bois de Briérue and the Orée du Bois lake near La Lisière.
From Champeaux to La Cantache
Local authority 
8.19 mi
+433 ft
-423 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Champeaux (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A typical village of the Upper Breton bocage, come and discover the little hamlet of Champeaux with its huge collegiate church, then set off along the bocage paths to reach the 140-hectare Cantache lake, created in 1995 to support the low-water level of the Vilaine and to regulate floodwaters.
Route des étangs, Châteaubourg
Local authority 
9.24 mi
+315 ft
-315 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Châteaubourg (Ille-et-Vilaine) (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This route will take you through the Châteaubourg countryside where, as its name suggests, there are several ponds: Pont de Pierre Pond, Roches Bises Pond and Grand Fayelle Pond. You will also walk along a small section of the Corbière Forest.
This route is FFRandonnée certified. It can be done on foot or by bike.
Route des deux Vallons in Châteaubourg
Local authority 
6.22 mi
+331 ft
-331 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Châteaubourg (Ille-et-Vilaine) (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This route will take you through the rolling countryside of Châteaubourg. You will also pass close to the Vilaine river, which winds its way through the entire department. This hike can be done on foot or by mountain bike.
FFRP-certified route.
Châteaubourg circular route via Pont Riou
Visorando Member 
3.64 mi
+98 ft
-79 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Châteaubourg (Ille-et-Vilaine) (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A short, easy walk to get some fresh air.
The Cantache tour in Pocé-les-Bois
Local authority 
7.56 mi
+79 ft
-72 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Montreuil-sous-Pérouse (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A stone's throw from Vitré, a historic town in the Marches de Bretagne region, Lake Cantache stretches across three municipalities: Champeaux, Monteuil-sous-Pérouse and Pocé-les-Bois. A winter stopover for migratory birds, their presence is a source of wonder.
Route des Petits Ponts de Bois (Montreuil-sous-Pérouse)
Local authority 
4.81 mi
+440 ft
-423 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Montreuil-sous-Pérouse (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Take a stroll through the countryside of Montreuil-sous-Pérouse and its valleys. On this route, you’ll cross charming little wooden bridges spanning the Ruisseau de la Pérouse.
The circular Chevalerie path in Livré-sur-Changeon
Local authority 3.74 mi
+167 ft
-171 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Livré-sur-Changeon (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A peaceful, family-friendly walk through the Livré countryside, passing the cemetery and La Chevalerie. There is a shortcut of around 30 minutes for those who prefer a shorter walk. The path is suitable for vehicles from start to finish, so you can access it with a pushchair. There is a stony section which may be difficult for umbrella pushchairs.
Servon-sur-Vilaine (castle, river and mill)
Visorando Member 
4.95 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Servon-sur-Vilaine (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A pretty, easy, well-marked walk passing by a chapel, the Château du Gué, the Ancienne Fonderie de Servon-sur-Vilaine, the Oratoire Saint-Mathurin, the Vilaine, the old mill, the protected Pas Davy site, the greenhouses (mainly tomatoes) and the calvary. The return journey takes you along a leafy driveway through a housing estate.
Sightseeing tour of Vitré
Local authority 
5.34 mi
+243 ft
-217 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Vitré (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Explore the historic heart of Vitré, a town of art and history, with its streets and alleyways dating back to medieval times.Stroll and wander in search of hidden gems with this route taking in all the must-see sights.A real getaway into the heart of history and the Vitré way of life! Finish the walk with a visit to the medieval castle.Follow the step-by-step guide rather than the GPX track for ease of use.
Sightseeing tour of Vitré
Local authority 
5.33 mi
+177 ft
-157 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Vitré (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Stroll through the historical heart of Vitré, city of art and history, with its medieval streets and alleys.
Wander in quest of the heritage wonders with this trail.
A true escape through history and the vitréen "art de vivre".
End the walk by a visit of the medieval castle and its museum before going back to the starting point.
Follow the description rather than the GPX tracks.
From Vitré to Argentré-du-Plessis via the Valière lake
Local authority 
13.51 mi
+377 ft
-390 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Vitré (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This route is the first stage of a 96 km circular through the Vitré countryside. Consisting mainly of sunken lanes, this route will take you, among other places, to the Château des Rochers-Sévigné and the Valière lake.
Circuit de Vassé-Pierre Galate, Torcé
Local authority 
4.26 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Torcé (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The Vassé Pond was created as ecological compensation for the construction of the Paris-Rennes high-speed rail line. There are educational panels on biodiversity and an old manor house. Many animals have found a home here, including sheep, Scottish cows, donkeys and ducks. Picnic tables, dry toilets, a shelter and a barbecue area are available.
Circuit de la Voie Romaine à Torcé
Local authority 6.96 mi
+138 ft
-167 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Torcé (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Discover Torcé and its surroundings with this 11.4 km circular, which can be shortened to an 8 km route without the northern circular at Haut Montigné.
Around Chevré lake
Visorando Member 
5.97 mi
+190 ft
-184 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from La Bouëxière (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A short trail in Brittany’s countryside with a section along the Veuvre that winds before flowing into Chevré lake. Do not miss the small Roman bridge with its stone arches.
The cows’ paddock from the White Cross
Local authority 1.67 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Livré-sur-Changeon (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A countryside walk between Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier and Livré-sur-Changeon, through fields and woodland, suitable for children, pushchairs with tyres (other than umbrella pushchairs), and dogs. Ideal, therefore, for a family outing.
La Roche Piquée in Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier
Visorando Member 
4.58 mi
+98 ft
-102 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A very pleasant walk in the forest of Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier with a return to the pond. Walkers can continue their visit to this small town by pushing on to the ruins of the dismantled castle.
The Bois de Ruminion in Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier
Visorando Member 2.42 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier (Ille-et-Vilaine)
On this short family walk, you’ll enjoy the ruins of the medieval castle destroyed by the King of France after Brittany lost its independence at the Battle of Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier. Only the side facing France remains....
The Étang d'Ouée from Gosné
Visorando Member 5.63 mi
+164 ft
-164 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Gosné (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The Étang d’Ouée, the destination of this walk, is a body of water ideal for beginners to canoeing and kayaking. Close to the village of Gosné, the route takes you along quiet country lanes but mainly through sunken lanes, which may have small streams running through the middle after heavy rain.
From Châtillon-en-Vendelais to the hilltop village of Montautour
Local authority 
9.80 mi
+676 ft
-673 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Châtillon-en-Vendelais (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The famousGR® 34, which runs along the entire Breton coastline, also reveals a few inland sites with striking terrain, such as the wooded hills of Montautour and Châtillon-en-Vendelais.
The Chemin de l'Écureuil in Piré-sur-Seiche
Visorando Member 
6.93 mi
+92 ft
-92 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Piré-sur-Seiche (Ille-et-Vilaine)
After walking along small asphalt country roads, it is a pleasure to find yourself on these green paths surrounded by magnificent trees, first along the Seiche and then the Quincampoix.
Piré Park via the Valley
Visorando Member 5.14 mi
+105 ft
-105 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Piré-sur-Seiche (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A very pleasant path, partly under the trees and along the left bank of the Quincampoix, leads you into the Parc du Château de Piré, the former grounds of an 18th-century château. You will be able to see the Château des Pères, now a gourmet restaurant. The park is a departmental nature reserve. You will finish by walking through the village of Piré-sur-Seiche
Around the Haute Sève in the Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier national forest
Visorando Member 5.71 mi
+164 ft
-135 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The route is mainly through woodland and is not particularly difficult. The walk is suitable for children as it presents no significant danger. However, pushchairs cannot be used along the entire route due to the narrowness of certain sections.
