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Normandy
Alençon
Avrilly

Domfront — Medieval Town – Domfront Castle loop from Avrilly

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Bike touring routes & trails
France
Normandy
Alençon
Avrilly

Domfront — Medieval Town – Domfront Castle loop from Avrilly

Moderate

4.5

(6)

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Domfront — Medieval Town – Domfront Castle loop from Avrilly

02:40

42.9km

410m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 24, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Parc naturel régional Normandie-Maine

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Parking

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10.2 km

Domfront — Medieval Town

Highlight • Historical Site

The village of Domfront, which today hosts 3500 inhabitants, was a medieval city rich in history.

Half-timbered houses, superb mansions and the fortified wall surround the 12th century keep.

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10.3 km

Domfront Castle Plateau

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On the castle plateau you can enjoy a wide view in almost all directions. Early in the morning there are no tourists yet, but it already smells like fine croissants. Ideal possibility for a first or second breakfast.

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10.4 km

Saint-Julien Church

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Very unique church made of concrete in the middle of an medieval city. Nice Byzantine style with an square layout.

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10.7 km

Domfront Castle

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Besieged by William the Conqueror in 1092, this castle has changed hands many times. The English, in 1417, occupied it during the winter months. It remained in English hands until …

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20.5 km

Along the Varenne

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Beautiful, calm track to follow along the Varenne.

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29.6 km

Saint-Fraimbault Church

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Rated four out of four flowers in the Beautiful Places competition.
Very nice town center.

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29.9 km

Étang de La Pisse

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On the outskirts of the community campsite is right on the dammed up piss, which forms a lake here. A pretty spot to rest. There is boat hire, tourist information …

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35.0 km

Old watermill on the Varenne

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42.9 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.9 km

5.30 km

3.74 km

1.79 km

164 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

30.9 km

7.94 km

3.74 km

298 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

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Saturday 17 October

13°C

6°C

39 %

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