Refine your search for walks in Saint-Christophe-de-Chaulieu
Saint-Christophe-de-Chaulieu walks
In the footsteps of the potters of yore, starting from the Musée Le Placitre
Visorando Member
4.02 mi
+1,404 ft
-1,263 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Manche
A 6 km route starting from the Ceramics Museum – Ger Creative Centre. You can park in the museum car park when the museum is closed. Otherwise, please park in the field opposite to leave the car park for museum visitors (coaches). Woodland, sunken lanes and old pottery hamlets.
Short Roullotin walk via the mill
2.51 mi
+85 ft
-102 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Roullours (Calvados)
A short walk of about 4km through the village of Roullours and its mill.
Around Clairefougère
3.16 mi
+194 ft
-187 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Clairefougère (Orne)
The route passes along both sides of the Diane valley and offers a view of the canton of Tinchebray from Sainte-Radegonde Chapel.
Clarafilisecrémontins Route
5.40 mi
+449 ft
-440 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Clairefougère (Orne)
‘The Clarafilisecrémontins walk’, starting from the village of Clairefougère, takes you through both communes, following routes such as the Chemin du Moulin, Grippe-Chat and the old railway line, and climbs almost as far as the wind turbines.
Tour of Lake Dathée
3.60 mi
+49 ft
-46 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Manvieu-Bocage (Calvados)
A walk around Lake Dathée, ideal for families.
Around Mont Secret
4.37 mi
+640 ft
-650 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Montsecret (Orne)
Circling Mont Secret with an off-centre start at the car park near L’Aufrairie, this more challenging route climbs towards Mont de Cerisy along the section belonging to the commune of Montsecret. Between two hills, will Mont Secret perhaps reveal itself?
The Mont de Cerisy nature trail
1.30 mi
+144 ft
-151 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Cerisy-Belle-Étoile (Orne)
A short, mainly woodland walk that can be undertaken with very young children. The route is mainly through woodland, with several fine trees that catch the eye. The top of the castle tower (accessible) and a viewing point offer fine panoramic views of the Normandy countryside.
Via La Belle Eau from Mortain-Bocage
6.97 mi
+810 ft
-807 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Mortain (Manche)
Although "Belle Eau" is the name of a hamlet located at the northernmost point of this route, hikers will be amazed from the outset by the water gushing through the rocks in magnificent waterfalls. The route continues along wide paths, often bathed by runoff water from the various branches of the Cance, and ends on a high note with the panorama offered at altitude 314, famous not only for its small chapel but also for the battles that took place there in August 1944.
Short circular loop around La Fosse Arthour
1.48 mi
+226 ft
-210 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Georges-de-Rouelley (Manche)
A very short route, ideal for families, which, in a lovely setting, offers a wide variety of landscapes: river, rocky outcrop, viewpoint, pond and woodland.
The Fosse Arthour tour
5.26 mi
+433 ft
-410 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Georges-de-Rouelley (Manche)
This easy hike allows you to discover the Fosse Arthour. It is a geological fault called a cluse, which gives the landscape an exceptional appeal.
This cluse forms a narrow, 70-metre-deep gorge carved into a rocky ridge and strewn with large boulders on its sides. The area is ideal for walking and climbing.
The Tortillon Valley
5.43 mi
+322 ft
-328 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Vassy (Calvados)
This short, family-friendly route takes you along the Tortillon valley from the town of Vassy in Calvados.
La Fosse Arthour in all its splendour
9.61 mi
+587 ft
-600 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Rouellé (Orne)
Passing through a marshland to discover this natural wonder – a gorge over 70 metres high, carved out by a river which, at this point, is more like a torrent – come and explore the Sonce and walk a short section ofthe GR® trail that links France’s two most spectacular sites: Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris and Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey.
The Barenton Heritage Orchard
0.37 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
0h 10
Easy
Departure from Barenton (Manche)
A very, very short walk to discover Normandy’s arboricultural heritage and the various ways in which local fruit is utilised. You’ll stroll through the heritage orchard and then into old buildings once used for processing. Numerous information boards line this informative trail.
Forges de Varennes and La Nocherie via the Voie Verte and footpaths
5.05 mi
+184 ft
-197 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Bômer-les-Forges (Orne)
A picturesque circular route with no navigation difficulties, ideal for families. The route mainly follows the Flers-Domfront Greenway, passes by the Château de Varenne and its old forges, then climbs up a path towards the Manoir de la Nocherie. It rejoins the Greenway after crossing the Varenne at the Moulin de la Nocherie ford to return to the start.
The Beny-Bocage circular route via the Souleuvre Viaduct
5.24 mi
+479 ft
-456 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Le Bény-Bocage (Calvados)
A pleasant, shaded path with little foot traffic. Ideal for families, with a lovely break at the Souleuvre Viaduct site. Large picnic area with toilets, children’s play equipment, a sensory garden and bar-restaurants.
A gentle, short walk around Domfront-en-Poiraie
3.91 mi
+322 ft
-295 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Domfront (Orne) (Orne)
A gentle, short walk around Domfront-en-Poiraie with a slight climb. Passes through the small village of Saint-Front. The route follows small roads and paths, some of which are wooded. Lovely views.
The Chapelle du Cerisier in Domfront-en-Poiraie
7.71 mi
+561 ft
-531 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Domfront (Orne) (Orne)
The landscapes and views to the east serve as a reminder that the Alpes Mancelles are not far away. Consequently, some sections involve elevation changes which may present a few difficulties for those who are not used to them.
At the (5), do pop into the Chapelle du Cerisier for a short break.
More walks in Saint-Christophe-de-Chaulieu
Select a point of interest below: