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The Guigne Valley starting from Vieux-la-Romaine
The legend of coal: for centuries, a stone in the commune of Feuguerolles intrigued many quarry workers. Black in colour, it became incandescent when burned. Thinking they had discovered precious "earth coal", wells were dug in the hope of finding a coal deposit. Unfortunately, the searches proved fruitless and were abandoned at the beginning of the 20th century. Today, the coal of Feuguerolles is nothing more than a legend.
From Feuguerolles-Bully to the Guigne Valley
During this route, enjoy not only the pleasure of a country walk in the bocage countryside, but also the bucolic charm of the Guigne valley. You can also appreciate an architectural heritage that is just waiting to be discovered.
The Greenway of Suisse Normande in Feuguerolles-Bully
This hike will take you along the Voie Verte de la Suisse Normande (Greenway of Norman Switzerland) and the banks of the Orne river in the municipalities of Feuguerolles-Bully and Bully.
Circular route through the Grimbosq Forest starting from the Pont du Coudray
Set off from the Pont du Coudray for a short circular route through the Grimbosq Forest, starting with a stretch across the plateau.
Circular walk along the River Orne from Amayé-sur-Orne
You’ll reach the Orne valley through the woods, overlooking the Val de Maizet, before following the river to the Pont du Coudray to return to your starting point.
From the Pont du Coudray to the May-sur-Orne Quarries
Here is an easy walk that will offer you lovely views of the Orne valley and its small tributaries. Part of the route follows the greenway (a former railway line).
Around Laize-Clinchamps via the mills
A lovely walk along the small roads and paths around the village of Laize-Clinchamps. Several old mills can be seen along the banks of the River Laize in the Val de Laize and Val de May. There are some lovely houses built from Caen stone. You can have a picnic at the geological site (no tables provided).
Along the River Odon
Starting from Baron-sur-Odon, set off to explore the Caen plain between Esquay-Notre-Dame and Mouen, then enjoy the charm of the wooded areas of the Odon valley and, as you go, allow yourself to be surprised by an architectural heritage just waiting to be appreciated.
The Grimbosq forest at the start of Mutrécy
A pleasant hike, starting from Mutrécy, crossing the Caen plain and the Grimbosq Forest in turn. Please note that the final climb may prove difficult for some.
Baron-sur-Odon Circular Walk
Situated at the foot of Hill 112, Baron-sur-Odon was at the centre of the fighting in June 1944. Bombed on 13 June, 66 per cent of the town was destroyed. Hill 112 was a strategic location for the combatants. As one German officer put it: “Whoever holds Hill 112, south-west of Caen, holds Normandy.”
The Coupe-Gorge stream in Mutrécy
This hike mainly follows the Coupe-Gorge stream, which runs through the Grimbosq forest. It is a very pleasant walk in autumn as it follows a small path that is rarely used by walkers.
Route de Sainte-Honorine-du-Fay via Trois-Monts
Come and discover the diversity of the landscapes from Sainte-Honorine-du-Fay to Trois-Monts, enjoy the tranquillity of the countryside, let yourself be lulled by the gentle music of the streams and enjoy the calm of the Orne valley.
Grimbosq Forest from the Sainte-Anne car park
A walk through the forest on easy paths, featuring an educational trail and a tour of the wildlife park.
From Fleury to the Orne
Allemagne is the former name of Fleury-sur-Orne before 1917. Below, the Orne river flows lazily at the foot of the hillsides, where numerous limestone quarries have been dug over the centuries.
Between Mouen and the Bois de Baron-sur-Odon
Although the route starts and finishes in the Mouen industrial estate, this route passes through the village with its beautiful houses and a lovely church, before crossing the Bois de Baron-sur-Odon, passing by the Château de Baron.