Rannée walks

This route consists mainly of dirt tracks that were preserved during land consolidation, allowing you to discover the richness of the built heritage, particularly in the hamlets of La Perrière (17th-century manor house) and La Rinjardière. The southern section also follows the Roman road that linked Angers to Rennes. Magnificent stone bridges bear witness to this rich past. This route has been awarded the FFRandonnée label.

The name of the village comes from the Breton word ‘mouës’, meaning ‘wet place’. The southern part of the village is crossed by the Ruisseau de Drouges, whilst the Ardennes form a natural boundary to the north between Arbrissel and Moussé. Don’t miss the Romanesque church of Arbrissel (12th century), the altarpiece and the life-size wooden statue of Robert d’Arbrissel, both dating from the 16th century. Robert d’Arbrissel founded the Abbey of La Roë in 1096 and the Abbey of Fontevrault in 1101; his relics are on display at the monastery of Martigné-Briand in Maine-et-Loire. This route is certified by the FFRandonnée. Suitable for both walking and cycling.

The Guerche Forest is ever-present on this route, whether you follow its southern edge or it closes off the horizon to the north. Beautiful architecture typical of the Pays Guerchais in Drouges and its many villages.

Unfortunately, they have since disappeared, but in the 17th century, the region’s vineyards produced a wine of some renown. Madame de Sévigné, in fact, mentions it in several of her letters. Today, the only traces that remain are the names of local hamlets: Les Bourgeons, La Vigne, etc. Over the final few kilometres, the route runs alongside the Quincampoix, a small river teeming with wildlife. Vineyard Route No. 57 on the RANDO’ maps of the Vitré Community

A beautiful and very pleasant hike, mostly along a wide, shaded stone path. The trail goes around the pond. Best done in dry weather.

This long route will take you through the countryside of southern Mayenne around Saint-Aignan-sur-Roë.

A very pleasant walk between forest and lake with no difficulty except, for some, the distance. After enjoying the tranquillity of the Araize Forest at the start, you will then experience the calm and serenity of the Étang de la Forge lake.

The route starts at the Roche aux Fées dolmen, the best-preserved iconic monument in Europe. The walk takes you through meadows and fields, perfect for relaxation. The crossing of Theil-de-Bretagne is fairly short, so you can take the opportunity to stop at the wash house park. The route continues through the hamlet of La Rigaudiére and the pond of the same name.

This is a short circular variation on the walk known as the ‘Boucle dans la campagne du Theil-de-Bretagne’ starting from La Roche aux Fées (no.88594830) The circular route starts at the Allée couverte de la Roche aux Fées, an iconic monument that is extremely well preserved. Le Theil de Bretagne is a predominantly rural commune, rich in architectural, religious and natural heritage. The Résidence Bon Abri, the Notre-Dame de Beauvais Chapel (listed as a Historic Monument), the Château de La Rigaudière, and the Church, with its patriotic stained-glass windows, are just a few examples. This countryside walk crosses the commune of Le Theil-de-Bretagne.

Enjoy the charm of the church square in Moulins, unspoilt by any overhead cables or aerials. This square served as the setting for the television series directed by Hervé Baslé in 2002: *Le Champ Dolent*. Can be enjoyed on foot or by mountain bike.

Centred around its church and the square surrounding it, the village of Brielles has largely retained the layout it had in 1810, the year the so-called ‘Napoleonic’ land register was drawn up. Also worth mentioning in the commune is the breeding of Kobe cattle (a Japanese breed), whose meat is highly prized by gourmets. This route can be tackled on foot or by mountain bike.

Although the high-speed rail line (LGV) runs through Brielles from east to west, the town, together with the neighbouring commune of Le Pertre, offers a network of beautiful trails.Suitable for both walking and mountain biking.

A short, easy walk suitable for families around the La Rincerie lake. A pair of binoculars might be useful for exploring the birdwatching area (western part of the lake).

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.

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.

A short circular route through the countryside between Argentré-du-Plessis and Le Pertre.

A short, refreshing walk in lush green surroundings – a little time for yourself or with the family, combining nature with a touch of history. Whatever the season, you’ll be treated to magnificent colours.

This idyllic route (No. 79 in the Vitré Communauté walking guide), set in the heart of the Argentré-du-Plessis bocage, south of Vitré, connects the town’s two old mills (Neuf aux Moines) and their ponds over a distance of just over six kilometres.

The village of Argentré-du-Plessis lived for five centuries in the shadow of the Château du Plessis. This family remained the owners of almost the entire village until the early 20th century, and Alain d’Argentré was mayor until 1983. You will pass close to the Château du Plessis during this walk. Route certified by FFRandonnée. Suitable for both walking and cycling.

Wolves were very common in Brittany until the 19th century. The Argentré-du-Plessis region was no exception. Although its refuge was the Pertre forest, which we will cross in its western part, its hunting ground extended over the entire municipality, as evidenced by the names of certain localities such as Louveaudière, Cul de Loup and even the Bois de Noirloup, which we will pass by. But you can hike in complete safety, as the wolf has been extinct in the region for over a century.

A lovely walk, almost entirely along beautiful, shaded paths. Starting from a pond, you’ll make your way to the highest point in the Loire-Atlantique department. You’ll cross vast agricultural landscapes bordered by beautiful hedgerows and enjoy the bountiful natural surroundings.