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Priory of St Léonard

Priory of St Léonard

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Priory of St Léonard

Name: Priory of St Léonard
Rating: 2

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Location: Vains, Avranches, Manche, France

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1. Le Grouin du Sud and the prieuré Saint-Léonard — loop from Genêts

11.5km

02:57

50m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Chemin du Douanier – Le Grouin du Sud loop from Genêts

14.8km

03:48

70m

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

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3. View of Mont Saint-Michel – Chemin du Douanier loop from Courtils

5.03km

01:19

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Paul_C

June 6, 2023

This priory dates from the 2nd century but the building you see was built in the 11th century by the monks residing there. During the French Revolution, like many other religious buildings, the priory was sold to a private individual and remains a private residence to this day. What an amazing building to live in, don't you think?

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Michel Kerkhof

September 3, 2023

Beautiful village with an equally beautiful church. Really worth walking through.

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Bernd 🌲🦌🍄🥾

October 16, 2025

Its origins date back to the 6th century, when the future Saint Leonard worked in the region. In 1087, William the Conqueror granted the fief of Vains to the Abbey of Saint-Étienne in Caen, which subsequently founded the priory. The building dates back to the 11th century and has been restored several times over the centuries. Today, the priory serves as a holiday accommodation.

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Location: Vains, Avranches, Manche, France

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Priory of St Léonard

1. Le Grouin du Sud and the prieuré Saint-Léonard — loop from Genêts

2. Chemin du Douanier – Le Grouin du Sud loop from Genêts

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