Oisseau-Le-Petit is a rural commune situated within the Haute Sarthe Alpes Mancelles region in the Sarthe department of France. This area is characterized by diverse landscapes, including sandstone ridges, thickets, and steep slopes that create a distinct "mountain feel" despite modest elevations. The Sarthe River winds through the region, contributing to the picturesque scenery and providing a suitable environment for several outdoor activities like road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and more.
Oisseau-Le-Petit serves…
70
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4.1
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Average rating
529
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4.5
(12)
54
riders
33.8km
02:46
550m
550m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
16
riders
38.5km
02:50
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
riders
40.6km
02:15
180m
180m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
39.2km
02:44
330m
330m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(4)
20
hikers
15.4km
04:07
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33
hikers
21.0km
05:33
190m
190m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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7
hikers
8.82km
02:17
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1.0
(1)
25
riders
29.7km
02:29
530m
530m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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25
riders
36.6km
02:42
330m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
49.9km
03:53
780m
780m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
6
riders
47.6km
02:47
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
18
riders
120km
05:48
1,610m
1,610m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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18
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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9
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
riders
59.0km
02:30
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(5)
21
riders
65.9km
04:34
690m
690m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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21
riders
47.5km
02:20
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
riders
62.4km
04:04
610m
610m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.0
(1)
6
riders
54.0km
03:38
500m
500m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
runners
10.7km
01:07
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
10.9km
01:08
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
6.24km
00:42
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
4.28km
00:27
30m
30m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Oisseau-Le-Petit offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region has 22 routes available on komoot. These routes have an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars from more than 6,000 visitors.
The Oisseau-Le-Petit region, part of the Haute Sarthe Alpes Mancelles, features diverse landscapes. These include sandstone ridges, thickets, and steep slopes that create a 'mountain feel.' The Sarthe River also winds through the area, contributing to the picturesque scenery.
Yes, Oisseau-Le-Petit offers several road cycling routes. Cyclists can explore various options, including sections of 'La Vélobuissonnière' (V44), a 240 km (149 miles) itinerary. More specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Oisseau-Le-Petit guide.
The region around Oisseau-Le-Petit has a dedicated mountain biking area with numerous circuits. Examples include circuit no. 5 'Les Buttes' (6.2 miles / 10 km, medium difficulty) and circuit no. 9 'La Carrière' (10.5 miles / 17 km, easy). Further options are detailed in the MTB Trails around Oisseau-Le-Petit guide.
Yes, the Haute Sarthe Alpes Mancelles region offers more than 186 miles (300 km) of marked hiking paths. These trails traverse diverse landscapes, including the 'mountain feel' terrain and river valleys. Specific routes are available in the Hiking around Oisseau-Le-Petit guide.
Touring cyclists can utilize routes like the 'Haute Sarthe Alpes Mancelles greenway' for an easy, linear experience. Sections of 'La Vélobuissonnière' (V44) also provide scenic touring opportunities. More routes can be found in the Cycling around Oisseau-Le-Petit guide.
The region offers various easy routes suitable for families, particularly for cycling and hiking. The 'Haute Sarthe Alpes Mancelles greenway' is an easy cycling option. Shorter, less challenging hiking and mountain biking circuits are also available.
Notable natural features include the Vallée de Misère, characterized by a chaotic appearance from a rock slide. The Sarthe River and its tributaries, along with extensive forested areas, also contribute to the region's natural beauty. Mont des Avaloirs, the highest point in Western France, offers panoramic views.
The region's elevations range from 459 feet (140 meters) to 1,368 feet (417 meters). Mont des Avaloirs, at 1,368 feet (417 meters), is recognized as the highest point in Western France and offers extensive views.
Outdoor routes in Oisseau-Le-Petit are well-regarded on komoot. The 22 available routes have been explored by more than 6,000 visitors and hold an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars.
Komoot provides several guides for the region. These include Road Cycling Routes, MTB Trails, Hiking, Touring Cycling, Gravel Biking, and Running Trails.
For information regarding Oisseau-Le-Petit, the Mairie (Town Hall) can be contacted at +33 (0)2 33 26 84 56 or via email at mairie-oisseaulepetit.72@wanadoo.fr. General tourism information for the wider region is available through the Communauté de Communes Haute Sarthe Alpes Mancelles.

