The itinerary in the shape of the number eight comprises two loops, one to the south of the village which returns via the west, and the second to the north-east, with a common section to both loops near the town..
The itinerary in the shape of the number eight comprises two loops, one to the south of the village which returns via the west, and the second to the north-east, with a common section to both loops near the town..
Department | Sarthe |
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Departure municipality | Coulongé |
Outing type | Hike |
Difficulty | Easy |
Duration | 3:30 |
Recommended period | from january to december |
Environment | Countryside |
Kilometres | 12 km |
Altitude upon departure | 55m |
Change in altitude | 25m |
From the village centre, make your way towards Aubigné.
On the way out of the housing development on the right of the D76, at Le Pavillon, make your way towards Guittière then Houssaie. Then follow the tarmac road for 250 m and turn right on to the path leading to La Petite Cadorière. Some magnificent chestnut trees and a small 100-metre long path lead to Le Tertre Rouge. Follow the tarmac road on the left for 50 m, then take the path on the right which will lead you to the bend in the road. Chestnut trees, fir trees, and a climb...
At the tarmac road, turn right after the bends in the road, After 800 m, at Les Mortiers, turn left downhill. A dirt track leads to the stadium. Turn left towards Brette Cross. Before the D307, turn right towards Les Banques, and continue to La Croix Cartereau, cross the D188 Bis and enter the village. Turn right on to La Chaussée, Les Joncs. In the distance you will see Coulongé and its church...