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Couterne Castle

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Couterne Castle

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    Location: Rives-D'Andaine, Alençon, Normandy, France

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    May 30, 2023

    Hiking

    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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    October 24, 2023

    Cycling

    Couterne Castle is a 16th century castle which was the home of Jehan de Frotté, chancellor of Marguerite de Navarre. The castle is surrounded by a 20 hectare park with …
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    August 24, 2023

    Hiking

    Very nice and shaded circuit. Viewpoint around the castle. Very little road.
    We take advantage of the Normandy countryside, these cows and some inhabitants of the fields (rabbits, buzzards). A good moment of peace.
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    Best Hikes to Couterne Castle

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    1. Circuit 03 Station Trail: Bocage — loop in the parc naturel régional and Géoparc Normandie-Maine

    9.70km

    02:35

    100m

    100m

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 150 m

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