You're thinking of going on a cruise in Mayenne, but you don't know which direction to take? We'll help you, just follow us! Check out our suggested itinerary for 1 week on a houseboat in Mayenne.
Start your Mayenne cruise in the charming village of Grez-Neuville, a jewel near Angers. Before navigating to Chenillé-Changé, we recommend you explore Grez-Neuville and its thousand-year-old history through the church of Saint-Martin-de-Vertou and its remarkable mill. Nature lovers can follow the Vélo Francette, a national itinerary offering peaceful views along the banks of the Mayenne. To finish off this first day's cruising, you can moor up in Chenillé-Changé, which then welcomes you with its old-world charm.
On this second day of your Mayenne river cruise, take time to discover Chenillé-Changé, one of the prettiest villages on the route, and admire the Château des Rues. Its park is open to the public from 1 July to 10 August, so you can take a stroll there. We recommend a visit to the Domaine du Moulin to admire the Moulin Bouin, which is centuries old but still in action! Individual tours are available.
For this third day of your cruise, we recommend a visit to Entrammes! Immerse yourself in the Gallo-Roman era by exploring the thermal baths. For a gourmet break, stop off at Les Bateliers restaurant, offering traditional cuisine based on local produce, with a lovely view of the banks of the Mayenne. Extend your adventure with a bike ride along the towpath. Don't leave without visiting the Fromagerie d'Entrammes, where cheese delights made from organic raw milk await you for a tasty experience.
Today, we invite you to Château-Gontier. Start your exploration at La Trinité church and the Ursulines convent, a historic monument transformed into a cultural centre housing the Tourist Office, a music and dance conservatory and a theatre. Cross the pretty bridge over the river and discover the Place des Trois Moulins, a square surrounded by corbelled houses and lush vegetation.
One of the great things about your Mayenne cruise is the pleasure of doing nothing. Moor somewhere between Château-Gontier and Grez-Neuville, in the middle of nature, with no one in sight. Alone with your friends or family, enjoy! Are you a fishing enthusiast? Get out your rod and prepare the barbecue for the evening. This is what a houseboat holiday is all about!
What about a stopover in Angers on your Mayenne cruise? This pretty town has plenty to offer, so here are our recommendations:
Your Mayenne cruise ends in Sablé-sur-Sarthe, a town renowned for its medieval architecture. Be sure to admire the splendid Château de Sablé as you stroll through its immense 16-hectare park in the heart of the town. Explore the picturesque banks of the Sarthe by following the towpath, a 6.9 km loop that reveals the charms of Sablé sur Sarthe. Immerse yourself in culture by visiting the Centre Culturel Joël Le Theule, which hosts a variety of shows, exhibitions and events.
a variety of shows, exhibitions and films throughout the year. The Sablé racecourse invites you to experience racing and entertainment, with areas for refreshments. For golf enthusiasts, the Sablé-Solesmes Golf Club offers an exceptional 140-hectare course set between forest and river.
We hope this itinerary will inspire you for your next holiday in Mayenne. It is, of course, just one suggestion among many! Mayenne and Sarthe have many exceptional sites to discover. So don't wait any longer to hire a houseboat in this beautiful region and take a cruise in Mayenne!
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