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Saint-Pavace walks
The banks of the Sarthe in Saint-Pavace
An easy hike that can be enjoyed by the whole family, including children.
The Tour of Le Mans North
Discover the Boulevard Nature, nestled between the countryside and the shopping area.
Around the Boulevard Nature: Coulaines, along the hedgerow paths
This short walk, accessible only on foot, takes you along the sunken paths of the commune of Coulaines.
Further walking routes can be found on the town hall’s website.
Parks and heritage of Saint-Saturnin
A very pleasant route, mainly along paths or greenways, often lined with attractive modern properties, with interesting discoveries along the way relating to the area's industrial, technological and rural heritage. Sights to see: the Sarthe steam tramway station, the church and its cemetery, the old well, ponds and lake, the kiosk with an old Bollée windmill mechanism, the calvary and the hemp kiln.
Exploring the city of Le Mans
Via the side streets off Rue Nationale, you’ll enjoy making your way to the barracks district before climbing Sainte-Croix Hill, a former village surrounded by vineyards. Hidden lanes, the national monument to the Battle of Le Mans and the legendary Gazonfier climb, famous amongst cyclists.
Route des moulins de Neuville
This easy route, more than 80% of which is on paths, will allow you to discover all the charm of Neuville-sur-Sarthe and its surroundings, the banks of the Sarthe, its old restored mills, the Château de Monthéard, as well as the history linked to the Second World War through the presence at that time of an American airfield in the countryside.
Route des Croisettes starting from Coulaines
Located in the municipalities of Sargé, Coulaines and Le Mans, this route runs largely along dirt tracks, sometimes tarmac, lined with hedges, trees and shrubs offering generous shade.
Within the Cité Plantagenêt, protected by its walls
Since 2003, the "Old Mans" has been called "Cité Plantagenêt" after the Plantagenêt dynasty, the English royal family originally from Le Mans. The former provincial capital of Maine and Perche (from the 16th century to the Revolution), this stroll through the streets and alleys of Le Mans' historic district offers a pleasant walk in the natural setting of famous swashbuckling films (Cyrano de Bergerac, Le Bossu, The Man in the Iron Mask, Nicolas Le Floch, etc.).
The medieval paths of Sargé-lès-le-Mans
Walk along the sunken paths on the outskirts of Le Mans.
Around the Boulevard Nature: from Gazonfier to the Jardin des Plantes
This city walk takes you from park to park. From Parc de Gazonfier via the Jardin des Plantes and Parc Banjan, discover or rediscover the streets of Le Mans with its houses steeped in history and its breathtaking views.
Around Boulevard Nature: from Le Mans harbour to Moulin aux Moines
This walk, combining town and countryside, takes you along the banks of the Sarthe, passing through the village of Coulaines and past Le Mans’s Saint-Julien Cathedral.It follows cycle paths and trails along the banks of the Sarthe.
Around the Boulevard Nature: from Île aux Planches to Gué-de-Maulny
This walk, along the banks of the Sarthe, features information boards about the local flora and fauna.Starting from Le Mans harbour, passing through the Gué de Maulny park with its many street art murals and continuing via Île aux Planches, this family-friendly walk is suitable for wheelchair users (three-wheeled) and pushchairs (also three-wheeled).
The Chemin du Buisson in Rouillon
A family walk that allows you to explore the countryside, the Rouillon business park and the Ardriers neighbourhood of Le Mans. Along the way, you’ll also come across the Rouillon Cultural Centre (Domaine de Vaujoubert), the Saint-Pavin Chapel, the Domaine de la Futaie, the Épine Farm (a council-run lodge) and the house of the Penitent Sisters of the Carmelite Convent of Vaujoubert.
The vineyard route on the outskirts of Le Mans
Immerse yourself in picturesque countryside just a stone's throw from Le Mans. A varied route, almost entirely off-road (95% of the route), through rolling countryside dotted with hedgerows and beautiful views.
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