Mayenne Viaduct – Mirwault Lock loop from Château-Gontier

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France

Pays de la Loire

Mayenne Viaduct – Mirwault Lock loop from Château-Gontier

Moderate

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Mayenne Viaduct – Mirwault Lock loop from Château-Gontier

02:50

10.7km

110m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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857 m

Saint Martin's Church

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The Saint-Martin church in Bazouges is a Romanesque church dating from the 11th century. You will be able to admire its remarkable elements, such as the massive bell tower, the …

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5.48 km

Mayenne Viaduct

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The Mayenne Viaduct is an impressive bridge that spans the Mayenne River for 300 meters and offers two ways to cross it: at road level with a bike or car, …

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6.75 km

The Mirwault lock is the entrance for boaters to Château-Gontier. It is now mechanized and fully automated. The lock keeper is responsible and can take over if necessary. It's worth stopping by to see it in action.

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9.03 km

Château-Gontier Castle

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It is the castle that gave its name to the town. Only the fortifications remain. These ramparts are more than millennia old and were built in the 11th century.

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10.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.05 km

3.46 km

2.04 km

129 m

Surfaces