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MAYENNE: BOCAGE AND MEDIEVAL CITY HERITAGE ROUTE CASTLES

Medieval walls raise their stones, hedgerows shelter green land, castle towers crown the heights. Mayenne cultivates its heritage.

≈ 11
Days
323
Km
10
Stops
📖 6 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Visit Sainte-Suzanne, one of France's most beautiful villages, Évron abbey, Jublains Gallo-Roman site, Lassay castle, Laval and Château-Gontier on the Mayenne. Mayenne, bocage and medieval towns.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Sainte Suzanne

clifftop castle crown majesty

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Day 1
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Discover

1
Medieval city of Sainte-Suzanne.
2
Panoramic ramparts.
3
Basilica of Notre-Dame de l'Épine.
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Activities

→
Hike to Tertre Ganne.
→
Discovery of the dolmen of Erves.
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Next stop
Distance: 26 km
Travel time: 32min
2
Day

Evron

monastery heritage stone glow

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5 photos
Day 2
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Discover

1
Saint-Crépin Chapel.
2
Gallo-Roman archaeological site (thermal baths).
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Activities

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Walk in Charnie forest.
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Departmental archaeological museum.
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Next stop
Distance: 30 km
Travel time: 36min
3
Day

Jublains

roman gateway village anchor

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Day 3
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Discover

1
Fortress.
2
Theater).
3
Château de Mayenne (museum).
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Activities

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Walk through the town.
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Walk along the quays.
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Next stop
Distance: 37 km
Travel time: 45min
4
Day

Mayenne

fortress beauty crown majesty

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Day 4
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Discover

1
Château de Lassay (medieval fortress).
2
Historic town.
3
Mayenne rural heritage.
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Activities

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River stop.
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Hike to the château de Bois Thibault.
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Next stop
Distance: 22 km
Travel time: 27min
5
Day

Lassay Les Chateaux

mountain village spread high

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Day 5
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Discover

1
Vieux-Château.
2
Perrine Garden.
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Activities

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Discovery of the Norman bocage.
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Next stop
Distance: 30 km
Travel time: 36min
6
Day

Gorron

city anchor center tower

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5 photos
Day 6
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Discover

1
Château de Craon and its gardens.
2
Saint-Nicolas Church.
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Activities

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Cruise on the Mayenne.
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Museum of Naive Art.
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Next stop
Distance: 82 km
Travel time: 1h39
7
Day

Laval

castle heritage stone glow

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3 photos
Day 7
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Discover

1
Garden of the End-of-the-World.
2
Prehistoric caves (Margot).
3
Rochefort).
4
Saulges Canyon.
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Activities

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Walk by the lake.
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Castle golf course.
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Next stop
Distance: 38 km
Travel time: 45min
8
Day

Craon

clifftop village perch stone

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Day 8
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Discover

1
Château de Craon and its gardens.
2
Saint-Nicolas Church.
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Activities

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Hiking in the Erve gorges.
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Exceptional natural site.
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Next stop
Distance: 24 km
Travel time: 29min
9
Day

Chateau Gontier

riverside charm village spread

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3 photos
Day 9
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Discover

1
Old quarters.
2
Saint-Jean-Baptiste Church.
3
Garden of the End-of-the-World.
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Activities

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Cruise on the Mayenne.
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Traditional market.
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Next stop
Distance: 34 km
Travel time: 40min
10
Day

Saulges

clifftop village perch stone

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4 photos
Day 10
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Discover

1
Prehistoric caves (Margot).
2
Rochefort).
3
Saulges Canyon.
🎯

Activities

→
Hiking in the Erve gorges.
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Exceptional natural site.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, blooming countryside, ideal for all regions, moderate crowds, excellent value, romantic atmosphere.

Summer (July-August): Warmest weather, peak tourist season, highest prices, crowded attractions, perfect for Mediterranean coast, festival season.

Fall (September-October): Harvest season, comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, wine regions spectacular, excellent photography, good value.

Winter (November-March): Christmas markets, ski season Alps, fewer crowds, lowest prices, cozy indoor attractions, cultural experiences.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 9 and 13 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

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