Bike Touring Highlight
Laval is a city of art and history of nearly 50,000 inhabitants. It is crossed by the Mayenne and houses the Museum of Naive Art and Singular Arts.
Tip by Guillaume Favez
Road Cycling Highlight
On the Old Bridge of Laval, one is captivated by the medieval castle which sits over the city, in particular by this "Tour-Maîtresse", a jewel of medieval architecture.
Tip by Jean Conquer 🇫🇷🇺🇸
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Hiking Highlight
In 1399, the chaussée de Belle-Poule ensured the operation of a mill located on the right bank of the Mayenne. In 1834, a second mill was built on the left …
Tip by Richie
Bike Touring Highlight
The Mayenne is punctuated by several locks on this section. The port-Rhingeard lock was built in 1872 to replace a mill that had been there since the 15th century.
Tip by Guillaume Favez
Bike Touring Highlight
This is a really pretty lock (ecluse) to stop at. It features an old mill which has been turned into a hotel and a very pretty lock keeper's cottage. You …
Tip by FramedMan
Road Cycling Highlight
This church has existed since at least the 9th century, but it got its current appearance in the 12th century, when Benedictines set up a priory there.
Tip by Jean Conquer 🇫🇷🇺🇸
Bike Touring Highlight (Segment)
Idyllic setting by the Vicoin river.
Tip by Richie
Road Cycling Highlight
The "Pont Vieux" makes it possible to cross the Mayenne to Laval. It dates from the 12th century, until the construction of the Pont Aristide-Briand (or "Pont Neuf") at the …
Tip by Jean Conquer 🇫🇷🇺🇸
Hiking Highlight
This lake on the banks of the Mayenne is a fantastic place for hiking. You will find hiking trails all around the lake itself and for more interest you can …
Tip by Paul Clifford
Bike Touring Highlight (Segment)
The greenway that goes from Laval to Renazé crosses the Vicoin here and offers very beautiful views of the river. Being close to the city, there are many people practicing sports, especially on weekends.
Tip by Fred Urrutia
Hiking Highlight (Segment)
Nestled in the valley, with walking paths all around, you can follow the Vicoin River along its banks and enjoy nature, the trees and the river itself throughout this segment.
Tip by Paul Clifford
Road Cycling Highlight
Simeon is an old man from the time of Jesus Christ who was told by God that he would not die until he saw the Messiah. Imagine the anguish he …
Tip by Jean Conquer 🇫🇷🇺🇸
Road Cycling Highlight
Here I almost died. I think I had the scare of my life. Having lost control of my bike on the slope, I fell on my luggage rack, and it …
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Hiking Highlight
This magnificent botanical garden, perfectly maintained, is a pleasure to explore. Here you will find a wide variety of beautiful trees and a rose garden. The flowerbeds are maintained throughout the year.
Tip by Paul Clifford
Hiking Highlight
Best view of Laval Castle: The Pont Aristide-Briand, formerly Pont Neuf, spans the Mayenne. It dates from the early 19th century and is the second oldest bridge in the city …
Tip by Richie
Road Cycling Highlight
This cathedral deploys a certain pedagogy to express and give life to the dogma of the Trinity.
Tip by Jean Conquer 🇫🇷🇺🇸
Hiking Highlight
These stepping stones will add a playful element to your hike while allowing you to appreciate the Jouanne from the inside.
Tip by Paul Clifford
Bike Touring Highlight
The current church of St Pierre, in neo-Gothic style, was built from 1869 to 1879 by the architects Renous and Boutreux because the church, rebuilt in the 12th century, was too small. It can be seen from afar.
Tip by Richie
Road Cycling Highlight
Title of this statue: "Jeanne d'Arc invoking the sky before the fight"
Indeed, Guy XIV de Laval (1406-1486) was baron then 1st count of Laval. He considerably increased the prestige …
Tip by Jean Conquer 🇫🇷🇺🇸
Hiking Highlight
The Étang de la Grande Courbe is a former gravel pit transformed into a fishing reservoir for black bass and offers beautiful views of the water, forest and wildlife. You …
Tip by Paul Clifford
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