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Montsûrs walks
In the woods of Montsurs
Set entirely in woodland, this walk is suitable for everyone.
Château de la Grande Courbe in Neau
Accessible by train from Neau station (where there is also a car park), the route allows you to explore the Coëvrons countryside, the village of Neau and its church decorated with medieval frescoes (open daily), and the Château de la Grande Courbe, open to the public in July and during Heritage Days. Most of the route follows quiet roads and paths through the bocage.
Stone, water, forest and iron from Mézangers
This 20.5 km route invites you to linger over the beautiful granite architecture of the village of Mézangers and its superb Château du Rocher, to walk around the Étang du Gué de Selle pond while observing the rich surrounding flora and fauna, to cross the Bois d'Hermet woods and even take an ancient path.
This route is marked "No. 25" on the yellow directional signs.
Étiveau Route
How about setting off on a walk from a peaceful pond, heading towards ancient hamlets? Here, nature shows you its best side, and you’ll discover magnificent views.
This 17 km route is suitable for walkers, horse riders and mountain bikers and is signposted “No. 21” on the yellow directional signs.
From Sacé, the banks of the Mayenne
This route gives pride of place to the River Mayenne, following its course for over four kilometres. As you travel upstream, you will pass five lock-and-dam complexes, some of which are linked to a small power station.
Around Sacé
A short route along the sunken paths of the small village of Sacé, passing by the River Mayenne.
Heritage and History in Jublains
Starting from the centre of Jublains, this walk will allow you to discover the Gallo-Roman remains of the town as well as the Chapel of Doucé.
Hollow path route in Saint-Jean-sur-Mayenne
A very pleasant walk to rediscover the Mayenne countryside, between sunken paths, wooded areas, fields of cows and crops.
On the side of Mont Rochard
This route, which has little elevation gain, is an opportunity to discover typical villages and hamlets with rich granite architecture. This route is marked "No. 22" on the yellow directional signs.
Chammes route
This route will take you along the hedgerow paths between Sainte-Suzanne and Chammes.
The Table des Diables
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.
Around the town of Sainte-Suzanne
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.
Between Erve and Charnie
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.
On the Hambers ridges
This route will take you along pretty sunken paths and up into the hills. It is signposted with yellow directional signs: No. 38 – on the Crêtes d’Hambers. You can combine this route with No. 24 – the Hambers circular route.
Hambers circular
This 15 km route will take you through the magnificent sunken lanes of Hambers.
It is ideal for all nature lovers: on foot, by bike, or even on horseback!
This route is marked "No. 24" on the yellow directional signs.
The Japanese steps of the Jouanne and the Rochevier lime kiln
This short walk will take you to discover the Jouanne and its stepping stones, as well as the Bois de l’Orbière, the Château de la Mazure and the Rochevier lime kiln. The stepping stones have been reinstalled a little further down the route.
Gastard trail starting from Andouillé
A short detour to Rochefort, a charming hamlet on the banks of the Mayenne, is highly recommended to admire the river. You can quench your thirst at La Guinguette before continuing your journey.
Circular route starting from Andouillé via the Crennes moorland
Visit Andouillé and its countryside with its gentle hills and cross the Ernée via its stepping stones.
Avesnières route
Discover forgotten heritage by following towpaths, forest paths, country roads and sunken lanes.
Saint-Pierre-sur-Erve walking route
This 7.6km route is primarily aimed at walkers who want to take the time to discover the richness of our heritage.
The Aron route starting from Bais
Come and explore the sunken paths of Bais, which will take you up to the ridges of Mont Rochard.Nearby, don’t miss a visit to Montesson Castle.This route is signposted No. 37 on yellow directional signs.
Long loop between Mayenne and Fontaine-Daniel
Fontaine-Daniel, with its picturesque village and beautiful lake, is one of the best-known places in the Mayenne area, but there is only one busy road to get there and the hiking opportunities around it are limited. This route, which can be done by bike or on foot in a day, connects the town to the village via a greenway through the town of Mayenne, then crosses the rolling countryside of Saint-Georges-Buttavent. It also covers a large part of the Salair forest near Fontaine-Daniel. To shorten the route, you can skip Mayenne and start elsewhere to make a loop around Fontaine-Daniel.
Route from the Oratory starting from Saulges
Following the marked trails, you will cross the Petite Cité de Caractère (Small Town of Character) of Saulges and enter the limestone walls of a superb canyon.
Route of the three towns around Thorigné-en-Charnie
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!