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Saint-Marc-le-Blanc walks
The Saint-Crespin Circuit
Visorando Member
5.85 mi
+131 ft
-131 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Marc-le-Blanc (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A picturesque walk in the Coglais region, presenting no difficulty.
Peace and tranquillity are its main attractions.
The Chemin des Bogues around Saint-Marc-le-Blanc
8.11 mi
+118 ft
-108 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Marc-le-Blanc (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The Chemin des Bogues winds through a landscape where working with granite has become second nature and part of the local culture. Granite has left an indelible mark on the landscape. Houses and manor houses dating from the 16th and 17th centuries are a common sight in a region where the rock even features in the names of villages: Rocher-Guy, Rocher Gerré, Rocher Renard, Rochedien, … You may even come across rock carvings on the sides of certain quarries, former haunts of the Picaous (granite workers).
La Minette and the Frénouse Stream
6.44 mi
+197 ft
-203 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Baillé (Ille-et-Vilaine)
To the north of Baillé, this walk will take us past the various streams that make up the protected watercourse network designed to supply the Breton capital with drinking water. We will, of course, follow the Minette, but also two of the streams that feed into it: the Frénouse stream and then the Panlivard stream.
The route from Saint-Georges to Chauvigné
5.27 mi
+131 ft
-148 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Chauvigné (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Lulled by the calm waters of the Ritort and the Moulinet, Chauvigné invites you to discover its hidden treasures and offers you a glimpse into its history.
The Route des Rochers in Chauvigné
7.46 mi
+102 ft
-98 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Chauvigné (Ille-et-Vilaine)
In the 1920s, Chauvigné had granite quarries next to the village of Le Fretay on the "Rochers des Renaisières" site.
The quarrying operation, which remained small-scale, focused mainly on the creation of funerary monuments.
Walkers will enjoy a stroll right in the heart of granite country: amongst meadows where the rock outcrops and traditional buildings.
The forest of Saint-Ouen-des-Alleux
5.31 mi
+305 ft
-305 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Ouen-des-Alleux (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A return trip from Saint-Ouen-des-Alleux to Saint-Christophe-de-Vilains through a lush forest, offering views of an old stone bridge spanning the Minette.
The castles of Coglais
6.18 mi
+171 ft
-184 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Brice-en-Coglès (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This circuit allows you to discover the architectural side of the Coglais region. It offers breathtaking views of the manor houses and châteaux and their estates. It should be remembered that in the Middle Ages, the Seigneury of Saint-Brice was of exceptional importance in the barony of Fougères. Later, in 1794, it was here that the first Chouannerie began, as did the second in 1815.
Couesnon Valley
5.36 mi
+479 ft
-499 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Mézières-sur-Couesnon (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The Couesnon river meanders through a deep valley, home to ancient mills.
The Couesnon Valley
5.71 mi
+312 ft
-289 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Mézières-sur-Couesnon (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This walk along the banks of the Couesnon, which runs parallel to another route already suggested, is shorter and slightly more challenging due to the elevation gain. This route favours paths on higher ground rather than those along the riverbank. A distinctive feature is that it is 100% trail, meaning no tarmac except for one road crossing.
The Couesnon Valley
9.17 mi
+610 ft
-594 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Mézières-sur-Couesnon (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This route of the Couesnon can be divided into two parts: a circular route to the west and another to the east, the latter of which can be shortened.
The Couesnon has a very winding course as it crosses the granite massif. Its limestone-free water was used for a long time in paper mills in the 17th century. With this industry now gone, the Couesnon is a delight for salmonids and kayakers alike.
The Couesnon and the Minette
13.27 mi
+807 ft
-810 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Vieux-Vy-sur-Couesnon (Ille-et-Vilaine)
4-hour hike (hence its medium difficulty). A little road and quite a few paths. You will cross the Couesnon and Minette valleys.
Route of the quarries along the Couesnon
6.79 mi
+312 ft
-318 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Vieux-Vy-sur-Couesnon (Ille-et-Vilaine)
After walking along the Couesnon, which is calm and peaceful on this section, walkers are invited to discover a small stream that feeds it: the Vallées d'Hervé stream. Then, despite a few open sections, walkers will appreciate the peaceful shade of the undergrowth and sunken paths.
La Héllandière in Mézières-sur-Couesnon
5.91 mi
+295 ft
-282 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Mézières-sur-Couesnon (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Starting from Mézières-sur-Couesnon, this walk takes you along the sunken and/or leafy paths of the Couesnon Valley. The route is relatively easy, following well-marked paths (except for the first 500 metres), making it suitable for families.
Les rabines de Courtine
8.74 mi
+213 ft
-203 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-en-Coglès (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Une rabine désignait autrefois un chemin large et bordé d'arbres. Le circuit en emprunte à plusieurs reprises. Il suit également un petit ruisseau et permet d'apercevoir plusieurs châteaux car il emprunte des sentiers communs à une autre randonnée décrite sur le site au départ de Saint-Brice-en-Coglès.
At the edge of the Gâtines, starting from La-Selle-en-Coglès
12.75 mi
+282 ft
-289 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from La Selle-en-Coglès (Ille-et-Vilaine)
This circuit symbolically unites two regions by linking the Moulin de Champ Pinel (Brittany) to the Moulin de Roche Garé (Normandy), as this is where the Tronçon river marks the departmental and therefore regional boundary. You will pass through a variety of landscapes as you walk along a beautiful section of the Bois de Gâtines forest and alongside the Château du Rocher Portail, not forgetting to take the opportunity to discover the village of La-Selle-en-Coglès (the monastery of the North).
The Flower-lined Path
5.11 mi
+138 ft
-148 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A picturesque walk through the Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier National Forest. (See practical information).
Around the Haute Sève in the Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier national forest
5.71 mi
+164 ft
-135 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The route is mainly through woodland and is not particularly difficult. The walk is suitable for children as it presents no significant danger. However, pushchairs cannot be used along the entire route due to the narrowness of certain sections.