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Bière Celtic Camp
Visorando Member
1.03 mi
+105 ft
-102 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Merri (Orne)
Discover this walking route taking in a Celtic archaeological site and unspoilt natural areas. A walk back to 3,500 BC!The Camp de Bière is one of the most important and best-preserved Iron Age archaeological sites in western France. Established during the Middle Neolithic period on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Trun plain, it is a fortified settlement protected by a wall of stone and dry earth. Abandoned during the Gallo-Roman period, Camp de Bierre offers a unique insight into the history of human settlement in Normandy. Open all year round.
Walk in Falaise
2.84 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Falaise (Calvados) (Calvados)
This family walk allows you to discover the town of Falaise, its castle and its ramparts. It is accessible to most people.
You will discover all of the ramparts surrounding the town as well as the main gates and monuments.
Fontaine d'Épaney Washhouse Circular Route
5.91 mi
+203 ft
-217 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Épaney (Calvados)
A walk through the Falaise plain along well-maintained dirt tracks. From the higher ground, you can see the distant horizon. Limestone buildings, Saint-Martin Church, the Épaney pond and the Fontaine wash house, where you can have a picnic.
Panoramic view of the Oudon
7.93 mi
+715 ft
-728 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from L'Oudon (Calvados)
Take care when crossing the woods, as the flora and fauna here are best observed in silence, before continuing along the Oudon valley, which winds peacefully through the pastures.
Circular around the Arpents du Soleil
4.02 mi
+82 ft
-82 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Vendeuvre (Calvados)
No, it's not a mirage: those neatly aligned rows climbing up the hill are part of a 5-hectare vineyard. Les Arpents du Soleil, which was reborn in 1995, will give your hike an unusual feel and a touch of the south.
Around Les Loges-Saulces
7.70 mi
+492 ft
-492 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Les Loges-Saulces (Calvados)
A day out in the Swiss Normandy region. Beautiful scenery along well-signposted paths.
The Devil's Breach
5.68 mi
+554 ft
-545 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Soumont-Saint-Quentin (Calvados)
Legend has it that the devil split the plateau to allow access to the church of Saint-Quentin. The Laizon gorge has become a beautiful hiking trail, passing through steep, narrow gorges to the plateaus of the Falaise plain, near the tomb of the actress Marie Joly, the former site of the iron mine, manor houses, castles and traces of prehistoric occupation. The site has been listed since 1974
Discovering Soumont, Ouilly-le-Tesson and Saint-Quentin
Association / Club / Walk leader
4.70 mi
+315 ft
-305 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Soumont-Saint-Quentin (Calvados)
A hermit named Saint-Quentin sought to tame the capricious waters of the Laizon. Failing to do so, he made a pact with the devil. He asked him to split the rock in two to let the erratic waters of the Laizon pass through and to clean a fleece there to restore its immaculate whiteness, after which the devil would be master of his soul. The devil split the rock in two but could not restore the fleece to its immaculate whiteness because the hermit, to save his soul, had given the devil a goatskin.
Between the countryside and woods around Boissey
6.35 mi
+492 ft
-472 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Boissey (Calvados) (Calvados)
An autumn or winter hike, although not very practicable after heavy rain, to enjoy the view over the plain.
The Baize Valley
4.54 mi
+489 ft
-492 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Rapilly (Calvados)
The starting point of this route will charm you with its beautiful landscapes. You will set off to explore a valley where clear, fast-flowing streams run through often wooded slopes. As you hike, you will discover unique landscapes where emotion guides your steps.
The Pays d’Auge, amidst horses and apple trees
9.19 mi
+269 ft
-269 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bellou (Calvados)
Apple trees, horses, valleys and forests line this walk through the bocage, not forgetting a short detour to admire the Manoir de Bellou and another to Livarot to sample its cheese.
Les Roches d'Oëtre and La Forêt-Auvray
13.10 mi
+1,227 ft
-1,247 ft
7h 05
Moderate
Departure from Le Mesnil-Villement (Calvados)
A beautiful hike offering views of the Roches d'Oëtre, the village of La Forêt-Auvray, the banks of the Orne and the Normandy countryside.
This hike is a slightly longer variation of the "Around La Forêt-Auvray" hike.
You can start the hike at La Fouillerie (the option chosen for the description) or at La Forêt-Auvray.
The meandering trail in Saint-Philbert-sur-Orne
3.94 mi
+407 ft
-423 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Philbert-sur-Orne (Orne)
Hike through woods, countryside, villages and rivers, from Roches d'Oëtre to Méandre de Rouvrou. From Roches d'Oëtre, follow a well-marked path that will take you through the meanders of La Rouvre.
The granite trail at La Roche d'Oëtre
5.49 mi
+617 ft
-591 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Philbert-sur-Orne (Orne)
If there were a paradise for hiking, the Roche d'Oëtre Sensitive Natural Area and the Rouvre Gorges would certainly be well placed! A listed site and Sensitive Natural Area in the Orne department, La Roche d'Oëtre, located in the heart of the Normandy Mountains, is a must-see site and a meeting place for lovers of wild nature and hiking.
The Val stream and its mills between Bonnoeil and Saint-Germain-Langot
9.16 mi
+554 ft
-554 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bonnœil (Calvados)
Good footing and good eyesight are required for this hike...
The name Bonnoeil probably comes from "bonus" or "bonos" and "ialo", meaning "good field" or "good clearing". The rich soil is an asset in this region, where nursery growers cultivate the fertile land watered by numerous streams and rivers, along the banks of which stand old mills (only the mill in the village of Saint-Germain-Langot is still in operation).
Route Orange in Sainte-Honorine-la-Guillaume
5.54 mi
+417 ft
-410 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Honorine-la-Guillaume (Orne)
A refreshing walk in the heart of Suisse Normande, through dense woods, sunken paths, alongside small streams and across farmland. Some lovely climbs to give your calves a good workout. The paths are very easy to walk on, well-maintained and marked in orange.
From Saint-Sylvain to Soignolles via the Grand and Petit Fauces
5.11 mi
+118 ft
-118 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sylvain (Calvados)
A beautiful and pleasant walk through fields and woods, starting from Saint-Sylvain, offering the chance to appreciate an architectural heritage just waiting to be discovered.
The lovers' walk at Notre-Dame-de-Courson
7.09 mi
+489 ft
-492 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Notre-Dame-de-Courson (Calvados)
A lovely walk for those who enjoy walking, from the banks of the Touques to the healing fountain of La Croupte.
Around the village of Notre-Dame-de-Courson
3.21 mi
+318 ft
-322 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Notre-Dame-de-Courson (Calvados)
Finches, robins and titmice will be your companions on this short walk around the village of Notre-Dame-de-Courson. In May and June, keep an eye out and you’re sure to spot a few orchids.
Les Moutiers-Hubert to Notre-Dame-de-Courson
8.25 mi
+735 ft
-735 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Notre-Dame-de-Courson (Calvados)
Notre-Dame-de-Courson, Les Moutiers-Hubert, Bellou. On either side of the Touques, take advantage of the peaceful surroundings to observe the natural landscape.
Nature trail in Craménil
4.42 mi
+354 ft
-364 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Craménil (Orne)
The organisations Familles Rurales Briouze, Environnement et Vie en Pays de Briouze and the municipality of Craménil have put together a family trail for you to discover the flora, fauna and typical landscapes of our bocage. Some sections are damp, so make sure you wear sturdy shoes! The route described includes a 3.2 km alternative route; you can also complete the 4 km circular route.
Circular route around Urville starting from Gouvix
6.49 mi
+272 ft
-272 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Gouvix (Calvados)
This route explores part of the architectural heritage of the Laize valley, which bears witness to the past wealth of this region, also renowned for its tanneries and iron mines.
Meslay circular route via the pond
6.77 mi
+377 ft
-377 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Meslay (Calvados)
This route in Suisse Normande takes you through hills and the Orne valley, crossing streams and allowing you to admire beautiful green landscapes and stone buildings.
Route des Brosses in Meslay
5.98 mi
+299 ft
-302 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Meslay (Calvados)
A lovely, very pleasant country walk through fields and woods starting from Meslay.
Grand Hazé Marshes
4.47 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Briouze (Orne)
A family walk in the largest wetland area in the Orne department. Located in the Houlme region, at the heart of the Normandy bocage, the Grand Hazé is a landscape of 200 hectares of ponds, peat bogs, reed beds and peaty woods.
Around Fervaques and Auquainville
10.77 mi
+650 ft
-646 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Fervaques (Calvados)
This route is a double circular route around the commune of Fervaques.
Circular Moult loop via the Bois de Saint-Gilles
5.58 mi
+164 ft
-164 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Moult (Calvados)
A very pleasant countryside route along the Muance river, taking in numerous wooded paths.
Circular loop between Moult and the Bois de Saint-Gilles
5.52 mi
+210 ft
-240 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Moult (Calvados)
Setting off from Moult, walk along the outskirts of Argences and then head up the Chemin des Crêtes. You’ll follow numerous wooded paths and round off this pleasant countryside route by walking alongside the River Muance.
Tour of the stud farms in Les Monceaux
6.38 mi
+515 ft
-515 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-des-Ifs (Calvados)
It's so pleasant to stroll along the paths and trails of the valleys... The hike follows the rhythm of the stud farm's horses, allowing you to fully enjoy the green and relaxing landscapes.
Circular route around the Bellengreville marsh
5.18 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Bellengreville (Calvados)
Hike around the Bellengreville-Chicheboville marsh, a remarkable wetland area, and along the way, discover some interesting architectural heritage.
Loop starting from Fresney-le-Puceux
7.06 mi
+650 ft
-656 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Fresney-le-Puceux (Calvados)
A charming walk combining forests, wooded paths, streams, mills, hamlets, beautiful stone buildings, fields and meadows, with a few small climbs. Very pleasant to do from spring, when the vegetation comes to life, until autumn, when it bursts into shades of yellow, ochre and red.
Apart from the section from Le Pissot to the hamlet of Touchet (1 km), there are virtually no roads to walk on, although it is sometimes difficult to avoid them.
On the hillsides of Fresney-le-Puceux via a variant route along the Laize
3.58 mi
+367 ft
-384 ft
2h 00
Moderate
Departure from Fresney-le-Puceux (Calvados)
This walk, starting from the town hall in Fresney-le-Puceux, offers a lovely overview of the industrial and architectural heritage. After walking along the peaceful Laize, you will climb the sometimes steep slopes of the hillsides and discover the industrial past, mills and tanneries of this pretty valley.
Cinglais Forest starting from Boulon
5.70 mi
+374 ft
-358 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Boulon (Calvados)
A lovely walk awaits you. It will introduce you to a forest world far removed from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Situated on the edge of the dry plains and the well-watered bocage, the Cinglais Forest, covering 1,475 hectares, is an example of a ZNIEFF-classified forest.
Boulon in the Middle Ages - Heritage Trail
4.27 mi
+243 ft
-256 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Boulon (Calvados)
This heritage trail immerses you in medieval society alongside knights, monks and peasants.
In the 11th century, in the Cinglais region, Boulon was part of the powerful seigneury of RaoulI Taisson, who built the Château de Thuit there, the seat of seigneurial power. Between forest and heritage, the Boulon discovery trail reveals traces of this medieval past.
This trail is marked in blue with signs reading "Heritage Trail - Boulon in the Middle Ages".
Route of the Cambremer Orchards and its surroundings
7.50 mi
+417 ft
-430 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Cambremer (Calvados)
This circular route on dirt tracks and tarmac paths, some of which are very busy with vehicles (hence the need for caution), uses sections of trails, paths and roads shared with other walks, but much of the route is new. The route is generally very peaceful, with many valleys, hills, manor houses, stud farms and the village of Cambremer to visit at the end of the route for those who wish to do so.
The Écouves Forest
12.12 mi
+653 ft
-669 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-près-Sées (Orne)
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).
Around Laize-Clinchamps via the mills
4.84 mi
+171 ft
-180 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Clinchamps-sur-Orne (Calvados)
A lovely walk along the small roads and paths around the village of Laize-Clinchamps. Several old mills can be seen along the banks of the River Laize in the Val de Laize and Val de May. There are some lovely houses built from Caen stone. You can have a picnic at the geological site (no tables provided).
Val de May and the Orne Valley from May-sur-Orne
4.55 mi
+223 ft
-243 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from May-sur-Orne (Calvados)
Set off across the fields and then enter more wooded areas to follow the valleys of the Laize and then the Orne, into which the Laize flows.
Circular around May-sur-Orne
6.56 mi
+197 ft
-207 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from May-sur-Orne (Calvados)
From May-sur-Orne, cross the fields, stroll through wooded areas, follow the Laize and Orne valleys and return via Saint-André-sur-Orne.
Semi-urban circular loop around Lisieux
5.72 mi
+358 ft
-361 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Lisieux (Calvados)
A walk that takes you around the town, passing through as many green spaces as possible and following its main waterways. A few steep hills for the fitter walkers!
The Green Valley of Cormelles starting from Ifs-Bourg
5.91 mi
+75 ft
-75 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Ifs (Calvados)
A walk from Ifs to Mondeville and the Vallée Verte or Vallée Sèche lake. This valley, which follows the course of an old river, has been developed as a greenway (for pedestrians and cyclists).
From Fleury to the Orne
4.82 mi
+177 ft
-167 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Fleury-sur-Orne (Calvados)
Allemagne is the former name of Fleury-sur-Orne before 1917. Below, the Orne river flows lazily at the foot of the hillsides, where numerous limestone quarries have been dug over the centuries.
The banks of the Orne in Louvigny at the start of the Île Enchantée
4.55 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Fleury-sur-Orne (Calvados)
Discover the banks of the Orne River in Louvigny, the surrounding marshes and the charm of their rural landscapes.
Horse riding loop through Cerza Park
7.64 mi
+495 ft
-502 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Firfol (Calvados)
Come and discover the animals at Cerza Zoological Park, such as rhinos, giraffes and a few gazelles. This ride is very pleasant, wooded and hilly, and can be enjoyed at a walking pace or at a trot or gallop.