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Château des ducs d'Alençon – Basilica of Notre-Dame d'Alençon loop from Le Mêle-sur-Sarthe

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Château des ducs d'Alençon – Basilica of Notre-Dame d'Alençon loop from Le Mêle-sur-Sarthe

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Château des ducs d'Alençon – Basilica of Notre-Dame d'Alençon loop from Le Mêle-sur-Sarthe

03:12

52.1km

200m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 16, 2025

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1.46 km

picnic / toilets / lake / bike recharging facilities / shaded areas

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2.21 km

Picnic Area Near Le Mêle-sur-Sarthe

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In the middle of the greenway, right next to 'Le Mele-sur-Sarthe'. Not a lot of shade during the summer, but it's a nice place to eat.

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2.59 km

La Mêle-sur-Sarthe rest area

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A beautiful place to take a break along the greenway

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8.50 km

Accessible Picnic Area With Restroom

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Area including all the necessary shelter in case of rain (tables, WC, water and a

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26.8 km

Castle of the Dukes of Alençon

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The castle of the Dukes of Alençon is an old fortified castle, from the end of the 12th century. Its remains stand in the heart of the French commune of …

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Château des Ducs d'Alençon

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Alençon is the capital of the Orne department and lies on the southern edge of Normandy. It was once very famous for its lace and was therefore known throughout Europe. …

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27.5 km

Basilica of Our Lady of Alençon

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The Notre-Dame d'Alençon basilica impresses with its imposing finely decorated porch. The facades of the basilica are very pretty, but do not hesitate to visit the interior to discover the …

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45.1 km

Equipped Picnic Area – Parc naturel régional Normandie-Maine

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Brand new picnic area, with tables, bicycle hoops, toilets, shelter and water point.

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52.1 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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33.5 km

8.42 km

6.70 km

3.03 km

358 m

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< 100 m

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33.4 km

16.8 km

1.22 km

325 m

312 m

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