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Montautour walks
Montautour Rock
Local authority
8.00 mi
+390 ft
-367 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Montautour (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Here is a route for those who enjoy small, tarmac-surfaced country roads. Nevertheless, the verges are wide enough that, very often, you can walk on soft ground. It is also hilly enough to offer beautiful views of the surrounding countryside at certain points.
The Rocher route in the Vitré Communauté guidebook
Circuit des Mazures in Châtillon-en-Vendelais
5.20 mi
+174 ft
-174 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Châtillon-en-Vendelais (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This loop will take you through the countryside of Châtillon-en-Vendelais and Montautour.Can be done on foot or by mountain bike.
Circuit de la Paillardière à Saint-M'Hervé
6.07 mi
+240 ft
-240 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-M'Hervé (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Discover the countryside around Saint-M'Hervé with this route, which takes you to the east of the village.
Route du Champ Dolent to Saint-M’Hervé
9.78 mi
+387 ft
-361 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-M'Hervé (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Walking alongside the Haute Vilaine reservoir for its entire length is the main attraction of this walk, which will also allow you to discover the charming little village of Saint-M’Hervé.
The Bonant Route in Châtillon-en-Vendelais
6.15 mi
+187 ft
-167 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Châtillon-en-Vendelais (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This route takes you through the countryside around Châtillon-en-Vendelais.
Suitable for walking or cycling.
From Châtillon-en-Vendelais to the hilltop village of Montautour
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.
Roland’s Leap
Visorando Member4.35 mi
+289 ft
-299 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Dompierre-du-Chemin (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Le Saut Roland is the first designated area of natural beauty in the Marches de Bretagne. The steep cliffs rise to a height of 173 metres, and the wooded slopes stretching down to the valley floor form a landscape traversed from east to west by the Ruisseau Saint-Blaise.
Lake Haute Vilaine at La Chapelle-Erbrée
8.66 mi
+249 ft
-249 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-M'Hervé (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The Haute Vilaine Lake covers an area of 155 hectares and holds 8 million cubic metres of water, with a maximum depth of 13 metres.
Created in 1982, its purpose is to regulate winter floods on the Vilaine for Vitré and Rennes, located downstream.
Walking around the lake allows you to enjoy the lake and the forest paths.
Route through the heart of the valley at Montreuil-sous-Pérouse
4.46 mi
+338 ft
-335 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Montreuil-sous-Pérouse (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This FFRP-certified route will take you through the valleys of the Montreuil-sous-Pérouse countryside. You’ll also pass by Lac de la Cantache.
Suitable for both walking and cycling.
Signposting in a clockwise direction: green arrows marked with the number 6
Route des Petits Ponts de Bois (Montreuil-sous-Pérouse)
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.
Route de la Mine de Montbelleux à Luitré
2.45 mi
+187 ft
-187 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Luitré (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A short, easy route around the only remaining mine headframe in Brittany, with beautiful views of the region and the town of Fougères.
The Pré des Lavandières route in Vitré
2.84 mi
+174 ft
-148 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Vitré (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This route will take you on a timeless stroll through the medieval alleyways of old Vitré. You’ll also have the chance to explore the Pré des Lavandières and the Promenade du Val.
Signposted in a clockwise direction.
FFRP-certified route.
From Vitré to Argentré-du-Plessis via the Valière lake
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.
The Cantache tour in Pocé-les-Bois
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.
A stroll through Vitré
4.81 mi
+194 ft
-194 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Vitré (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Whether you’re exploring this ‘City of Art and History’ or simply taking a stroll, here’s a short route that takes you through the historic quarter, past the castle, along narrow streets and through the Jardin du Parc.
The historic railway route between Argentré-du-Plessis and Vitré
6.58 mi
+308 ft
-308 ft
3h 20
Difficult
Departure from Vitré (Ille-et-Vilaine)
As its name suggests, it is clear that this route follows the greenway for a considerable distance, along which the railway line to Argentré-du-Plessis and then La Guerche-de-Bretagne once ran. It is now reserved for walkers, hikers and cycle tourists.
The route continues with a brief glimpse of Madame de Sévigné’s residence before returning towards Vitré via small, shaded roads and paths.
Sightseeing tour of Vitré
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
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.