20의 생테냥 드 쿠트랑가지 명소 & 주요 장소

Riding up there by bike was quite strenuous, but the view from the top was worth the effort. It was well worth it.

It's beautiful and well-maintained. The driveway to the west rear gate reminds me of the book "The Great Maulne."

Beautiful 360 degree view

Located in Mayenne, Mont des Avaloirs is the highest point of the Armorican massif. It is part of the Normandy-Maine Regional Natural Park and enjoys the status of a Global Geopark. The belvedere, built in 1994 and covered with a magnificent colorful fresco, painted in 2019 by the Franco-British artist Seb Toussaint. It offers a 360° view of all the surrounding forests and peaks.

Here is a beautiful resting place near the chapel. Be sure to take a machete with you for the way there.

The Château du Petit-Jard is a former hunting lodge dating from the 18th century. It is surrounded by a beautiful area with a pond, an orangery, a kennel and a vegetable garden. You can admire the brick and stone architecture of the castle, as well as the neo-Gothic details of the outbuildings. The castle is not open to the public, but you can enjoy the view from outside and explore the nearby La Motte forest.

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 more than 3 km of wooded trails which offer a peaceful and relaxing walk. You can also visit a museum inside the castle which displays 250 objects related to the history of the region, such as costumes, weapons and documents. The museum is open from July to August, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., except Mondays and Sundays. The entrance price is €4 for adults and free for children.

From its height of 416 meters, Mont des Avaloirs is the highest point of the Armorican Massif. At the top there is a belvedere which offers a 360 degree panorama.