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Solesmes (Sarthe) walks
Historic Juigné-sur-Sarthe
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3.60 mi
+128 ft
-118 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Juigné-sur-Sarthe (Sarthe)
On the other side of the Sarthe, the town of Juigné-sur-Sarthe lies opposite Solesmes, a centre of Gregorian chant.
As you walk along the towpath (GR®365) by the water’s edge, stop off to explore this village in the Sarthe region and its views over the Sarthe Valley. To do so, simply stay within the village and follow the green markings of the “Tour des carrières” route.
From one bank of the Sarthe to the other, passing by the Abbey of Solesmes
6.87 mi
+213 ft
-240 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Solesmes (Sarthe) (Sarthe)
The Sarthe gave its name to our department. This route between Sablé-sur-Sarthe and Solesmes will allow you to walk along the river on the towpath and offer you beautiful views.
Along the Sarthe near Sablé-sur-Sarthe
5.72 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Sablé-sur-Sarthe (Sarthe)
If you are staying in Sablé-sur-Sarthe for a few days, take a morning to enjoy the scenery along the Sarthe river and discover the château, viaduct, locks and abbey.
Circular route along the banks of the Vègre and Sarthe rivers
4.55 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Juigné-sur-Sarthe (Sarthe)
An easy walk that can be done on foot or by bike. The first part, which is less pleasant, is in full sun, so bring a hat if it is hot. Views of pretty manors and a very pleasant walk along the Sarthe.
Route du Bois de l'Hommeau
6.01 mi
+59 ft
-59 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Parcé-sur-Sarthe (Sarthe)
An easy route that allows you to discover a rich and varied heritage while walking along the Sarthe river.
Route du Tambour in Saint-Brice
Tourist office6.75 mi
+108 ft
-138 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Brice (Mayenne) (Mayenne)
This lovely walk will take you through the countryside of southern Mayenne and the small villages of
Saint-Brice and Les Agêts, with their rich industrial heritage (brickworks and lime kilns). You can extend
your walk to the Bellebranche forest or head to Bouère and its many attractions.
The Mottes Route in Saint-Denis-d'Anjou
7.90 mi
+157 ft
-174 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Denis-d'Anjou (Mayenne)
The Mottes route in Saint-Denis-d'Anjou will take you on a tour of this charming little town, its market halls, its church and the countryside of Haut-Anjou.
Between Chantenay-Villedieu and Saint-Pierre-des-Bois
5.71 mi
+105 ft
-102 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Chantenay-Villedieu (Sarthe)
If you enjoy peaceful walks in the countryside and discovering a village with some lovely restaurants, take this short, easy walk.
Route de Ballée in Chémeré-le-Roi
9.04 mi
+226 ft
-112 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ballée (Mayenne)
Set off through the Mayenne countryside to discover the ruins of old lime kilns and the superbThévalles mill, nestled in the Erve valley. From the Ballée bridge, a lovely view of the old mills. A journey back in time awaits you in Chémeré-le-Roi as you wander through the narrow streets with their richarchitectural heritage.
Route de La Croix de Pierre – Préaux / Ballée Route Ballée and Préaux
7.84 mi
+236 ft
-230 ft
3h 50
Easy
Departure from Ballée (Mayenne)
This route will allow you to discover the Mayenne countryside and its landscapes. Don’t miss the Croix des Chouans, a 3-metre-high monument erected in the 19th century and featuring a medieval cross. Finally, once the walk is over, don’t forget to take a look at the River Erve and the pretty houses lining its banks.
Route from Saint-Martin-Villenglose to Saint-Denis-d'Anjou
2.59 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Denis-d'Anjou (Mayenne)
A short, very easy walk in the countryside around Saint-Denis-d'Anjou, starting from the pretty little church of Saint-Martin-Villenglose.
Route from the Oratory starting from Saulges
5.18 mi
+318 ft
-315 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saulges (Mayenne)
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
8.53 mi
+358 ft
-361 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Thorigné-en-Charnie (Mayenne)
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!
A circular loop in the footsteps of Rouget le Braconnier
12.83 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Daumeray (Maine-et-Loire)
A bit of history: the story of Rouget the Poacher began in 1854. A poacher who defied the imperial gendarmes, he one day wounded one of them by shooting him. Rouget was then hunted down by the imperial forces.
Hidden in the village and the surrounding woods by locals devoted to his cause, he was betrayed by his own cousin before being brought to trial. Sentenced to life imprisonment with hard labour in French Guiana, he died there in 1858.