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Saint-André-De-Messei

La Carneille – Weir of Les Forges de Varenne loop from Saint-André-de-Messei

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France

Normandy

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Saint-André-De-Messei

La Carneille – Weir of Les Forges de Varenne loop from Saint-André-de-Messei

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La Carneille – Weir of Les Forges de Varenne loop from Saint-André-de-Messei

04:04

65.7km

420m

Cycling

Moderate 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: June 19, 2026

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Parc naturel régional Normandie-Maine

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14.8 km

Charming village of La Carneille

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Discover this charming village through its marked and commented paths

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14.9 km

La Carneille

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Pretty village which has preserved a beautiful architectural ensemble with its houses from the 17th and 18th centuries, its alleys, its church with a remarkable campanile and its old butter market.

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32.6 km

Old Le Chatellier Station

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This is not a former crossroads, but the old Le Chatellier railway station. This station was used for loading iron ore from the St Clair mines.

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32.9 km

Loading Point With Old Locomotive

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38.1 km

Weir of Les Forges de Varenne

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A weir to provide water to the historic ironworks.

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46.7 km

Domfront Municipal Campsite

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Very nice simple campsite

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47.9 km

Tertre Sainte-Anne and the Legend of the Dragon

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If you are looking for a place that combines nature, history and legend, you can visit the mound of Sainte Anne and the legend of the Dragon, a site perched near Domfront-en-Poiraie in Normandy. According to legend, around the year 1052, a fierce dragon lived in a pit called The Dragon Pit and terrorized the region. The lord of Domfront, William II Talvas, had to sacrifice a young victim every day to appease the beast. One day, his daughter Mabile was chosen by fate and was about to be devoured by the dragon. But a mysterious old man appeared on a rock overlooking the pit and made the sign of the cross, ordering the monster to disappear forever. The dragon flew away and fell into another pit called La Fosse-Tertière, where it died. You can discover this fascinating history by following a loop trail that connects Tertre Sainte-Anne and Tertre Chapon, where you will find information panels. You can also enjoy panoramic views of the countryside and the medieval town of Domfront from the top of the hill.

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49.3 km

La Voie verte

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A very nice part of the Vélo Francette between Flers and Domfront.
This shady path runs along the Varenne and offers beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.
Do not miss the visit of the Forges on your way! Free entry.

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65.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

28.8 km

28.2 km

5.70 km

1.44 km

1.18 km

368 m

Surfaces

35.2 km

28.7 km

865 m

557 m

392 m

Elevation

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

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La Carneille – Weir of Les Forges de Varenne loop from Saint-André-de-Messei

Charming village of La Carneille

La Carneille

Old Le Chatellier Station

Loading Point With Old Locomotive

Weir of Les Forges de Varenne

Domfront Municipal Campsite

Tertre Sainte-Anne and the Legend of the Dragon

La Voie verte

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