Mortain / St-Hilaire-du-Harcouët

Begin this stage by visiting the enchanting site of the waterfalls on the Cance River. Then set off on a lovely, peaceful stage leading you through several small towns… plus you also pass in front of several former train stations.

🚲 Stage description and details:

ou won’t need to pedal much to leave Mortain on a gentle slope via the recommended route (shown in purple on the map), which takes you past the waterfalls. It leads you past several former train stations as well as past restored level-crossing guards’ houses. 

Take care on the D977 road, which serves as the link to reach Saint-Hilaire-du-Harcouët.

⭐ Don’t miss:

• Mortain petite et grande cascade, two waterfalls well worth the detour. Go to the spot where the Cance River drops c.20m, before joining the Sélune River a few kilometres further on.
• Climb to the little chapel of Saint-Michel de Mortain to admire the pretty views and even get a glimpse of the Mont Saint-Michel in the distance on clear days. To reach the chapel, cycle along Rue du Rocher and Rue de la Petite Chapelle, then follow the signs. You can reach the summit by bike, but the last few metres are steep, so dismount if necessary. Enjoy the rewarding view just a bit higher up.
• How cider products and calvados liqueur are made can be discovered in a fun manner at the Domaine du Coquerel, an estate that has produced AOC calvados since 1937, and which is located directly along the greenway at Milly.
• Saint-Hilaire-du-Harcouët: for its cathedral-sized church and Le Prieuré lakes.

🍴 Food and drink en route:

• Mortain: with many shops and a market on Saturday mornings on Place des Arcades.
• Saint-Hilaire-du-Harcouët: with many shops and a market on Wednesday mornings on Place Delaporte and on Place de l'Hôtel de ville.

💡 Bring up Accueil Velo accredited restaurants by clicking on the 🍴 icon on the map. De-select "only show accueil velo accredited services" to view further possibilities.

🔧 Repair Service:

Consult the list of all the bike repairers along or near the route.