Gravel cycling holiday in the heart of Mayenne

After breakfast in your cabin, hop on your bike for your first day of cycling on the "Chaux Devant" route (63 km). This loop takes you into the heart of the Mayenne countryside, along gravel paths, quiet country roads, and through charming villages. As you cycle, alternate between wooded sections, hedged farmland, and panoramic views of a protected area, dotted with shops and gourmet stops where you can take a break at your own pace.

Back at Domaine de l'Orbière at the end of the day, enjoy a relaxing moment in an exceptional natural setting. Depending on your preferences, extend the experience with an outdoor activity (tree climbing, canoeing, or massage are optional), before sharing a convivial dinner and spending a second night in your cabin.

This text remains in the same spirit as your example: it highlights the landscapes, the lived experience and the atmosphere, rather than a simple succession of stages.

After a final breakfast in the cabin, set off on the "L'Entrâmes" route (38 km), a shorter loop that allows you to fully appreciate the landscapes of the Mayenne Valley. Between towpaths, small country roads, and charming villages, this route offers a wonderful immersion in a region where nature and heritage meet mile after mile.

Back at Domaine de l'Orbière, enjoy a picnic by the river (optional) before your transfer to Laval. Depending on your train schedule, extend your Mayenne getaway with a boat trip on the Mayenne River or a relaxing break on a riverside terrace, a perfect way to end your stay before heading home.

This last day concludes this micro-adventure on a more contemplative note, ideal for enjoying the last moments at the pace of cycling and nature.