Brielles, Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne: authentic charm

Be careful, after a collapse, a detour is in place at the start of the trail at the parking lot of “La Belletière”. The Arcades The departure point, in Nort-sur-Erdre, is from the road of Issé at the parking of La Belletière. Go and discover a trail that you have never seen before by taking the edges of the feeding conduct. Also known as the “Little Canal”, the conduct joins the Lake of Vioreau to the Nantes-Brest Canal, from the lock house of “Pas d’Héric”. It allows that the first section of the canal has water to balance the reduction of water due to the lockage and evaporation of water during the summer. Its construction is a technical piece of art. With a slope of only 14 centimetres per kilometre of 21.3 kilometres long, the feeding conduct goes through the high Valley of the Erdre thanks to 4 aqueducts from 8 to 10 arches and goes underground on over 600 metres. It is covered by a lot of little bridges of quaint stones. Depending on the season, you will see the Castle of la Lucinière and its wooded domain on the other side of the Valley of the Erdre.

To begin this trail, meet up at the parking lot of the slag heap of Abbaretz. This former mining site is worth it. During the time of Julius Caesar, this mining site was one of the most important sources of tin. The climb of the 200 steps will take you to a unique view of the region.  

You can meet at the "Place du Champ de Foire" of Nozay to begin this historical trail. Step by step, you will discover the history of the shale, this characteristic local rock has been a huge part of Nozay’s landscape. It has been sculpted to pave the Roman roads, then to build manors, barns, calvaries, churches or wash houses and ovens…, the blue slate is everywhere. On your way, do not hesitate to open the doors of "L’Enclos", an ancient churchyard of medieval architecture made in shale, ranked as a historic monument. Then, you can walk along the variant of "Les Grées" (no access with horses), that has an interpretive trail in which you will go in an ancient blue slate quarry transformed into a sports natural area (rock-climbing, mountain bike and orienteering).

In the beginning, it is large roads and farmer tracks that invite us to continue in the countryside. Then from little villages to isolated hamlets, the trail alternates between small roads and small underwood trails to prepare us for the adventure to come. Further away, the silhouette of the tin mine of Abbaretz dominates the landscape and there are also small trails that you can discover. On the other side, the lunar atmosphere of the mine invites us for a few moments of amazement before going back on the path of the peaceful shores of the lake of Gruellau.

Fital Vakanties’s criteria: - Accommodation: hotels *** (high capacity) - Type of clientele : seniors/groups - Length of stay: 8 to 15 days - Km/day: 45 to 60km, easy roads - Any type of circuit

The gîte des 2 puits is a beautiful family home! In the heart of the village of St Poix, near the church, you'll love the large, warmly decorated living rooms. The 4 bedrooms have twin and double beds, and two have en-suite shower rooms and WCs. All the rooms on the ground floor open onto an enclosed garden. On hot summer days, you can enjoy the shade of the magnolia tree. The garden is equipped with a children's swing, a trampoline, furniture for meals and deckchairs, a barbecue, a table tennis table and games (pétanque, rackets, molky, children's table football)... Bicycles available on request. Local shops and services on site. You can also visit the market in La Guerche de Bretagne (16km). For your outings, Saint Poix is very well situated: between the Robert Tatin Museum (12kms) with its monumental statues, the Refuge de l'Arche which is home to thousands of animals (35 min). The Rincerie leisure centre, 12 minutes away, offers swimming, swing golf, wake park, etc. There are many hiking trails in the area, as well as the Laval-Renazé greenway passing through Cossé le Vivien. Professional stay: 6 people maximum - Cleaning required. Stay of 1 to 2 nights: arrival 6pm - departure 6pm Stay of 3 nights or more: arrival 6pm - departure 10am

Charming gîte in the outbuildings of a character property. Privileged, peaceful and relaxing setting with fishing opportunities in a 3500 m² pond (carp, black bass, roach). Ground floor: living room (wood-burning stove), kitchenette, 1 bedroom (1 double bed), bathroom, wc. First floor: 2 bedrooms (3 x 90cm beds), shower room, wc. Garden furniture, fishing area, table tennis. Animals: Access to the gîte prohibited (fishing facilities nearby), vaccination certificate required, category 1 and 2 dogs refused. Dogs must be kept on a lead.

Set in the Mayenne countryside, this magnificent stone family home offers a complete, top-of-the-range service: on one level, it has spacious rooms, comfortable furnishings, board games, outdoor games (table tennis, shuffleboard, etc.), a separate hot tub, as well as a lovely courtyard terrace sheltered from the wind, with a view of the surrounding countryside and a garden. Beaulieu-sur-Oudon, a charming village full of character, is famous for its grotto of Notre-Dame de la Pitié, its wash-house used until the early 1980s, the harvest museum and its traditional festival held every first Sunday in August. For your leisure activities, there are a number of not-to-be-missed sites nearby: the Robert Tatin museum (13 km) - the old town of Vitré (25 km) - Laval (25 km) with its many activities: Christmas lights, museums, château, and the Perrine garden - Le Refuge de l'Arche, in Château-Gontier (34 km). The Mayenne is also renowned for its towpaths, greenways, hiking trails and many small towns of character. When it comes to local produce, the countryside is full of producers who will open their doors to you. You'll find products made from milk (cheeses), meat (charcuterie), wool (mohair, llama, etc.), cereals (artisan bread) and, of course, fresh vegetables. Shops and services: Loiron (7.5 km).

In the heart of nature, on an organic farm, you'll find our 4-person gîte, housed in an old bread oven. In the large, shady garden, there are swings and a slide, as well as space for sun loungers and a barbecue. Discover life on the farm and watch the cows being milked. Every Tuesday, go to the big market in La Guerche de Bretagne, 7 km from the farm.

The gîte Le Portail can welcome 4 people in 3 bedrooms.

Would you like a large, well-appointed gîte to spend some quality time with friends or family? Gaëlle and Camille's property is huge, giving you the chance to escape to the countryside, while still offering on-site leisure activities. Children will love jumping on the trampoline, swinging around, building huts on the island, etc. As for the adults, between the fishing (8,000m² pond with carp - 8-10kg, roach, tench and perch), the game of molky, the table tennis table, and all these areas conducive to daydreaming in the orchard or in the shade of the large oak trees, it's likely that you won't get around to it! The gîte has a large fitted kitchen, and upstairs there's a real maze of rooms, all harmoniously decorated. There are plenty of comforts in the living room - large-screen TV, large sofa - and in the bedrooms. Mayenne is 1h20 from Paris by TGV, and the line doesn't pass very far from the property. In the gîte, you won't hear much of the train going by, and in the garden you won't really notice as you feel so immersed in nature.

Gaëlle and Camille will welcome you to La Douairie on a 20,000 m² property: a 6-person gîte in the heart of the countryside; you'll be charmed by the owners' tasteful furnishings. For fishing enthusiasts, there's an 8,000m² pond to tease the fish (carp 8-10kg, roach, tench, perch), bordered by fruit trees (peach, apple, plum, etc.) and areas for young and old with a tree house, trampoline, swing and all the games available. Camille has designed the surrounding area, close to the LGV line, so that you won't be affected by the passing train. Enjoy your stay! For young children and babies: all equipment is available on request (bed, playpen, safety gate, chair, etc.).

La Herrière is the ideal site for fishing around the 3,000m² private pond, or simply relaxing in a natural setting, listening to the birds and the farmyard. La Herrière is all this and much more. The ground floor is spacious -61m²- and welcoming, offering a sitting room with fireplace, kitchen and dining room. From the windows, you can look out over the countryside and the fishing pond. Upstairs, the large 17m² bedroom has 2 single beds (90x190) and 1 double bed (140x190), separated by a curtain. There are terraces around the gîte with garden furniture. In summer, you can enjoy the shade of the oak and birch trees. There are 2 fishing ponds, a small one for children (frogs and small fish) and a well-maintained 3000m² pond with large open spaces for casting. Fish: carp, tench, pike, perch and even eels! Fishing room with sink and fridge. On site, a varied farmyard with Edouard, the turkey, geese, ducks, hens... a real live show! Shops are in Méral or Cossé-le-Vivien (Wednesday market). Numerous local producers all around: honey, vegetables, meat, organic wood-fired bread, organic brewery (excellent beer!)... Craon has a great aquatic centre with indoor and outdoor pools, swimming lessons, slide, sauna and hammam. Don't miss the Robert Tatin open-air museum, with its giant statues, La Flèche zoo, the town of Château-Gontier with its port (bike and boat hire), shops and gardens, and the Refuge de l'Arche. Try your hand at wakeboarding at the Rincerie leisure centre. Méral borders Ille et Vilaine, so you can take time out to visit Vitré and Rennes. On the Anjou side, the town of Angers, with its castle, old town and restaurants, is also not to be missed.

Savigny Abbey has been completely restored to its former glory, and is now open to visitors, who can follow an interpretive trail introducing the history of the site, the ruins and the surrounding landscape. Along the way, you'll discover a model of the Abbey retracing its former splendor. To complete the tour, a discovery flyer is available from the Saint-Hilaire-du-Harcouët Tourist Office. Guided tours are organized in summer or on request.

"The U.S.A., proud of the exploits of their sons, humble before their sacrifice, have erected this monument in their memory". The cemetery, the chapel with Memorial Room and the Wall of the Missing, commemorate the 4 410 soldiers resting in this place.

The Rousseau family welcomes you to the farm to taste the good farm products (cider, perry, milk) and discover the life of the farm in simplicity, authenticity and conviviality. In an authentic 16th century peasant house, the Rousseau family invites you to discover a farm combining tradition and modernity with its herd of Norman cows, its orchards for the production of cider and perry, its farmyard with various species of poultry. You will be able to attend the milking around 5:30 pm.

Discover the trade secret of the famous French sailor pull SAINT JAMES knitting invite you to discover their traditional know-how of the manufacturing of the famous sailor pull and the nautical striped by opening the doors of workshops just step from Mont Saint-Michel. Since 1889, SAINT JAMES immortalizes the French home-made tradition in the textil production. Certified "Living Heritage Compagny", Saint James propose the discovery of unique history and know-how !

Saint-Fraimbault is a town of reference, recognised both nationally and internationally and has received regular awards since 1965 when the first flowers were planted. There are countless activities here, including a tour of the village full of flowers, crazy golf, fishing, a snack bar and pedalo boats. Themed gardens. On the 15th August, there’s an annual celebration, ‘Les Flories d’Antan’. Guided tours available upon request, call Domfront Tourist Office on +33 (0)2 33 38 53 97.

Megaliths are large stone monuments erected during the Neolithic period (between 4,500 and 2,500 B.C.) Different types can be seen in the area : – Standing stones : Le Perron and la Châtaigneraie… – Dolmens : Le Creux… – Long barrows : Table au Diable, la Bertinière, les Cartésières. – Cists (coffin-like graves) : Pi de Chien Any megalith has a legend attached to it. Free access to the Table du Diable Brochures in English are available at Domfront Tourist Office

For 4 generations, we've been making traditional Normandy charcuterie, including our flagship product: "La Véritable Andouille de Vire". Our boutique offers direct sales of our products, as well as a selection of local Normandy products. Visit our workshop, where we make our own handmade, wood-smoked Andouille de Vire. Reservations required (5 people or more). Product tasting after video and guided tour. Length of visit: approx. 1h30, adjustable to suit your requirements.

In 1475, King Louis XI founded the parish of Conception Notre-Dame in Passais. It already existed as a place of prayer. In 1852 a chapel was built to honour Notre Dame after a miraculous healing. A number of healings occurred and pilgrims converged to the site, with a second chapel being built in 1857. A third chapel was erected between 1924-1927, decorated by a painter from Mantilly, a near town. It relates the Passais history, of its founding by the evangelist monks until the representation of priests and bishops in XX century.

Deep in the heart of the Bocage Domfrontais, pear and apple trees dot our prairies for as far as the eye can see. We make our Calvados, Pommeau, pear brandy and cider by selecting our fruit with the very greatest of care. Brewed with passion and expertise that has been handed down from generation to generation, our products are renowned for their exceptionally high quality.

Tipik Réunionnais welcomes you to La Gravelle with its Réunionese specialities

The Le Brillet Pontin restaurant in Port-Brillet, near Laval in the Mayenne department, welcomes you to its establishment to enjoy tasty traditional cuisine with à la carte dishes and a choice of menus, accompanied by fine wines. The establishment has a bar-restaurant. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available and Laval city centre is just 25 minutes away by car. Le Brillet-Pontin features a garden and terrace. Free parking is available.

Whether in the shop (tobacco, newspapers, Loto, PMU) or restaurant, the Carré d'As staff always welcomes you with a smile.

Welcome to La Grange restaurant and hotel in Cossé le Vivien, open Monday to Saturday lunchtime and Monday to Thursday evenings. *Occasional evening on Friday (Announced on our social networks). The barn also has a room that can be hired for any type of need (during the week or at weekends) and can accommodate up to a hundred seated people. It also has a terrace and a small fenced area that is very popular in the summer months. In a warm and welcoming setting, we offer traditional cuisine, a workers' menu and an à la carte menu (which changes with the seasons). Large roadside car park with shower, rather quiet, open from 6.15am (Tuesday to Friday). We have a number of special offers, such as calf's head (on the menu of the day) on the first Friday of every month, almost daily anti-garbage offers and takeaway burgers. Don't hesitate to follow us on Fb (La Grange restaurant bar hôtel) and Instagram (lagrange_53) or call us on 02.43.98.81.32 for more information.

immerse yourself in a friendly, authentic atmosphere! discover our selection of craft beers, exceptional whiskies and enjoy our snack formula with friends, after work or in the evening, La Barrique is the ideal place to savour, share and relax in a musical atmosphere. Open from 21 NOVEMBER TO 30 JUNE FRIDAY EVENING 6pm / SATURDAY EVENING 4pm / SUNDAY LUNCH 11am Open TUESDAY to SUNDAY FROM 1 JULY TO 31 AUGUST FROM 11am

Denis FREMONT took over the company TRAITEUR LES DELICES in 2024. I decided to let you discover my cuisine. It stands out for its surprising character, offering a sober experience full of discoveries. My team will be there to offer you a service of exceptional quality.

The Bistrot du Parvis, restaurant and caterer in Ahuillé, welcomes you with local and seasonal cuisine.

Bar, restaurant. Working person's meals and reservation on weekends.

The gîte des 2 puits is a beautiful family home! In the heart of the village of St Poix, near the church, you'll love the large, warmly decorated living rooms. The 4 bedrooms have twin and double beds, and two have en-suite shower rooms and WCs. All the rooms on the ground floor open onto an enclosed garden. On hot summer days, you can enjoy the shade of the magnolia tree. The garden is equipped with a children's swing, a trampoline, furniture for meals and deckchairs, a barbecue, a table tennis table and games (pétanque, rackets, molky, children's table football)... Bicycles available on request. Local shops and services on site. You can also visit the market in La Guerche de Bretagne (16km). For your outings, Saint Poix is very well situated: between the Robert Tatin Museum (12kms) with its monumental statues, the Refuge de l'Arche which is home to thousands of animals (35 min). The Rincerie leisure centre, 12 minutes away, offers swimming, swing golf, wake park, etc. There are many hiking trails in the area, as well as the Laval-Renazé greenway passing through Cossé le Vivien. Professional stay: 6 people maximum - Cleaning required. Stay of 1 to 2 nights: arrival 6pm - departure 6pm Stay of 3 nights or more: arrival 6pm - departure 10am

Charming gîte in the outbuildings of a character property. Privileged, peaceful and relaxing setting with fishing opportunities in a 3500 m² pond (carp, black bass, roach). Ground floor: living room (wood-burning stove), kitchenette, 1 bedroom (1 double bed), bathroom, wc. First floor: 2 bedrooms (3 x 90cm beds), shower room, wc. Garden furniture, fishing area, table tennis. Animals: Access to the gîte prohibited (fishing facilities nearby), vaccination certificate required, category 1 and 2 dogs refused. Dogs must be kept on a lead.

Welcome to Beausoleil, a fabulous location for a magical fishing holiday

The gîte at La Petite Couannière invites you to enjoy some exceptional moments with your family or friends, in a natural and authentic setting in southern Mayenne. Renovated in 2023, you will rediscover the charm of the large family home, while enjoying its new fittings and equipment to make you feel 'at home'. The gîte is an independent private property, with a 19th-century manor house on 4 levels, surrounded by wooded, leafy grounds. The gîte offers ample space for your activities, relaxation and rest. Outside: large 5m x 10m swimming pool under cover and heated from April to mid-October on request - winter storage beyond that and not accessible, tennis court, table tennis, barbecue, gardens/terraces. Interiors: 27m2 lounge with fireplace, 37m2 conservatory dining room with table seating 20, independent library office for teleworking, fibre installed, 6 bedrooms, 5 shower/bathrooms, 7 WCs A paradise for nature lovers, La Petite Couannière invites you to savour the time to live and share.

Set in the Mayenne countryside, this magnificent stone family home offers a complete, top-of-the-range service: on one level, it has spacious rooms, comfortable furnishings, board games, outdoor games (table tennis, shuffleboard, etc.), a separate hot tub, as well as a lovely courtyard terrace sheltered from the wind, with a view of the surrounding countryside and a garden. Beaulieu-sur-Oudon, a charming village full of character, is famous for its grotto of Notre-Dame de la Pitié, its wash-house used until the early 1980s, the harvest museum and its traditional festival held every first Sunday in August. For your leisure activities, there are a number of not-to-be-missed sites nearby: the Robert Tatin museum (13 km) - the old town of Vitré (25 km) - Laval (25 km) with its many activities: Christmas lights, museums, château, and the Perrine garden - Le Refuge de l'Arche, in Château-Gontier (34 km). The Mayenne is also renowned for its towpaths, greenways, hiking trails and many small towns of character. When it comes to local produce, the countryside is full of producers who will open their doors to you. You'll find products made from milk (cheeses), meat (charcuterie), wool (mohair, llama, etc.), cereals (artisan bread) and, of course, fresh vegetables. Shops and services: Loiron (7.5 km).

In the heart of nature, on an organic farm, you'll find our 4-person gîte, housed in an old bread oven. In the large, shady garden, there are swings and a slide, as well as space for sun loungers and a barbecue. Discover life on the farm and watch the cows being milked. Every Tuesday, go to the big market in La Guerche de Bretagne, 7 km from the farm.

The gîte Le Portail can welcome 4 people in 3 bedrooms.

Would you like a large, well-appointed gîte to spend some quality time with friends or family? Gaëlle and Camille's property is huge, giving you the chance to escape to the countryside, while still offering on-site leisure activities. Children will love jumping on the trampoline, swinging around, building huts on the island, etc. As for the adults, between the fishing (8,000m² pond with carp - 8-10kg, roach, tench and perch), the game of molky, the table tennis table, and all these areas conducive to daydreaming in the orchard or in the shade of the large oak trees, it's likely that you won't get around to it! The gîte has a large fitted kitchen, and upstairs there's a real maze of rooms, all harmoniously decorated. There are plenty of comforts in the living room - large-screen TV, large sofa - and in the bedrooms. Mayenne is 1h20 from Paris by TGV, and the line doesn't pass very far from the property. In the gîte, you won't hear much of the train going by, and in the garden you won't really notice as you feel so immersed in nature.