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Bagnoles-De-L'Orne-Normandie

View from Roc au Chien – Weir of Les Forges de Varenne loop from Bagnoles-de-l'Orne

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France

Normandy

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Bagnoles-De-L'Orne-Normandie

View from Roc au Chien – Weir of Les Forges de Varenne loop from Bagnoles-de-l'Orne

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View from Roc au Chien – Weir of Les Forges de Varenne loop from Bagnoles-de-l'Orne

03:26

54.8km

500m

Cycling

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

Last updated: May 7, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Parc naturel régional Normandie-Maine

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.77 km

View from Roc au Chien

Highlight • Viewpoint

This natural Armorican sandstone belvedere offers a very pretty view of Bagnoles-de-l'Orne. At your feet you see an impressive scree stand.

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10.6 km

Weir of Les Forges de Varenne

Highlight • Monument

A weir to provide water to the historic ironworks.

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24.8 km

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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29.2 km

Tertre Sainte-Anne and the Legend of the Dragon

Highlight • Other

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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31.5 km

Domfront Castle Plateau

Highlight • Other

On the castle plateau you can enjoy a wide view in almost all directions. Early in the morning there are no tourists yet, but it already smells like fine croissants. Ideal possibility for a first or second breakfast.

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31.6 km

Domfront — Medieval Town

Highlight • Historical Site

The village of Domfront, which today hosts 3500 inhabitants, was a medieval city rich in history.

Half-timbered houses, superb mansions and the fortified wall surround the 12th century keep.

Even today, the city organizes every other year the "Medieval", various activities which remind tourists of the history of the region.

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52.6 km

Bagnoles-de-l'Orne Lake, Normandy

Highlight • Lake

This small town is located in the heart of the Normandy-Maine regional natural park and around a small lake formed by the La Vée river. Bagnoles-de-l’Orne is the only spa resort in the North-West of France.

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54.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.8 km

8.55 km

3.84 km

1.50 km

736 m

281 m

109 m

Surfaces

36.0 km

8.55 km

8.46 km

1.03 km

736 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

Weather

Saturday 11 July

36°C

19°C

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View from Roc au Chien – Weir of Les Forges de Varenne loop from Bagnoles-de-l'Orne

View from Roc au Chien

Hermitage Rock

Weir of Les Forges de Varenne

La Voie verte

Tertre Sainte-Anne and the Legend of the Dragon

Domfront Castle Plateau

Domfront — Medieval Town

Bagnoles-de-l'Orne Lake, Normandy

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