Mayenne Viaduct – Mirwault Lock loop from Ménil

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Mayenne Viaduct – Mirwault Lock loop from Ménil

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Mayenne Viaduct – Mirwault Lock loop from Ménil

02:52

37.5km

240m

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 16, 2026

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Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 6.33 km for 16 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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624 m

Ménil riverside café

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If you are looking for a unique way to discover Mayenne, you can try the Bac de Ménil, the last ferry in the department. You can cross the river on foot, by bike, on horseback or even by car, and enjoy the panoramic views of the countryside. The Bac de Ménil runs from April 15 to September 15 and is free. You can also enjoy the nearby picnic area and playground. The Bac de Ménil is an excellent option for a fun and original hike.

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26.9 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, or at arch level with your feet. At the arch level, a wooden terrace located in the middle offers you a breathtaking view of the river and the surrounding landscape. You can also access the banks and towpath on both sides of the bridge, and enjoy nature and wildlife. The viaduct is part of the northern bypass of Château-Gontier, a charming town with a rich heritage that is worth visiting. Inaugurated in 2022, the viaduct is the largest road bridge in Mayenne.

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28.0 km

Mirwault Lock

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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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30.1 km

Quai d'Alsace on the banks of the Mayenne

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Starting point for cruises on the Mayenne.

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30.9 km

View of Château-Gontier-sur-Mayenne

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31.0 km

Pendu Lock

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A site exploited since a very long time, as early as the 11th century, with two mills: the Petit Pendu and the Grand Pendu.

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32.6 km

View of the Château de la Haute Roche

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From this location on Mayenne, you will have a breathtaking view of the Château de la Haute Roche.

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33.4 km

House of statues

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The "house with statues" is actually called the Grande Terrinière. This late 18th-century house is recognizable by its pagoda-like roof and the human and animal statues decorating the garden.

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37.5 km

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Parking

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