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Mont des Avaloirs viewpoint – Couterne Castle loop from Ciral

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Mont des Avaloirs viewpoint – Couterne Castle loop from Ciral

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Mont des Avaloirs viewpoint – Couterne Castle loop from Ciral

07:05

109km

870m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 18, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Parc naturel régional Normandie-Maine

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Bus stop

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11.8 km

The Butte Chaumont seen from the Greenway

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Beautiful route

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41.7 km

Multonne Forest

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The Multonne forest is a forest which extends over two regions of France: Mayenne and Orne. This forest is part of the Normandy-Maine regional natural park and the Armorican Massif, a mountain range dating from the Paleozoic era. You can enjoy the panorama from Mont des Avaloirs, the highest point in the forest and in the west of France, at an altitude of 416 meters1. The forest is also home to many species of birds and plants, some of which are protected by the Natura 2000 network. The Multonne Forest is a privileged place to discover the natural and cultural heritage of France.

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42.8 km

Mont des Avaloirs viewpoint

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Located in Mayenne, Mont des Avaloirs is the highest point of the Armorican massif. It is part of the Normandy-Maine Regional Natural Park and enjoys the status of a Global Geopark.
The belvedere, built in 1994 and covered with a magnificent colorful fresco, painted in 2019 by the Franco-British artist Seb Toussaint.
It offers a 360° view of all the surrounding forests and peaks.

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50.7 km

Pré-en-Pail

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Pré-en-Pail is a charming village in the Mayenne. Nestled in the heart of beautiful green countryside, it offers a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere. With its traditional stone houses and picturesque church, Pré-en-Pail exudes authenticity. Here you pedal between preserved nature and gentle tranquility.

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70.9 km

Notre-Dame Chapel of Lignou

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Open for visit. Commonwealth graves.

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76.1 km

Bagnoles-de-l'Orne Lake, Normandy

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This small town is located in the heart of the Normandy-Maine regional natural park and around a small lake formed by the La Vée river. Bagnoles-de-l’Orne is the only spa resort in the North-West of France.

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78.9 km

Couterne Castle

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The Château de Couterne is over 450 years old. Unlike most castles in France, this one has belonged to the same family (the Frotté family) since 1542. The current owner inherited the castle when his two older brothers were killed during the war for being part of the French resistance.

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105 km

Alençon-Rives d'Andaines greenway

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A greenway on a former railway line between Orne and Mayenne.
It connects Alençon, Pré-en-Pail and Rives d’andaines.

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109 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

73.6 km

26.3 km

5.11 km

2.18 km

1.37 km

454 m

131 m

Surfaces

71.9 km

19.6 km

15.6 km

1.45 km

365 m

Elevation

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Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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Friday 10 July

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Mont des Avaloirs viewpoint – Couterne Castle loop from Ciral

The Butte Chaumont seen from the Greenway

Multonne Forest

Mont des Avaloirs viewpoint

Pré-en-Pail

Notre-Dame Chapel of Lignou

Bagnoles-de-l'Orne Lake, Normandy

Couterne Castle

Alençon-Rives d'Andaines greenway

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