N°15 : Héritage de la Vallée de l'Huisne

This route on the right bank of the Huisne is a link between the Perche and the Manche region, with its sandy soils and gentle slopes dotted with maritime pines.

Along the Huisne valley, discover Savigné-l'Evêque, the church of Saint-Germain, the private château of Touvoie and the château de Nuyet. The exterior of this 17th and 18th century manor house and farm features a dwelling, outbuildings, garden, vegetable patch and rose garden.

Then on to Montfort-le-Gesnois, where you can admire the Roman bridge and its picturesque setting, with the ruins of the mill on the Huisne, the 19th-century château, the church of Saint-Gilles, the church of Notre-Dame and the Romanesque church of Saussay. Don't hesitate to take a break at the Centre Aqualudique Sittellia.

On the way to Beillé, take a look at the church of Saint-Martin de Lombron.

In Beillé, meet up with the Transvap association, which is keeping alive the tradition of the railways of yesteryear on an 18 km tourist trail, thanks to the "antique railcars" and "steam locos" of the "Transvap".
You can also take the opportunity to admire the church of Saint-Maurice and its stained glass windows, or the Moulin Jean.

In Saint-Hilaire-le-Lierru, stop off to see the private Manoir de la Cour or the parish church of Saint-Hilaire.

In the municipality of Tuffé, admire the magnificent Château de Chéronne and its English-style park, isolated from any urban activity by more than 400 hectares of woodland and other farmland.
Also worth a visit is Tuffé Abbey, whose main features are the remains of the conventual buildings rebuilt by the Saint-Maur congregation between 1680 and 1740, and a 16th-century dovecote with remarkable terracotta bolts.

On the way to Prévelles, take time to admire the church of Saint-Denis-des-Coudrais.

In Prévelles, you can visit the Maison du Potier, where you will find Ludovic Barbé's workshop and equipment, as well as exhibitions of traditional and contemporary pottery. You can also take a look at the church of Saint-Hilaire.

Continue on towards Saint-Célerin to discover the Manoir de Bois Doublé, set in the middle of a vast park, with its outbuildings and dovecote. You will also come across the Church of Saint-Célerin along the way.

While you're in Torcé-en-Vallée, take a look at the Church of Notre-Dame and the private Château du Chesnay.

At the heart of the Sillé-le-Philippe campsite, discover the Château de Chanteloup. The municipality is also home to the private Château de Passay and Saint-Pierre Church.

- Follow signs n°15 (purple)
- Possible alternative route between Saint-Célerin and Lombron (follow signs without numbers)
- This loop is connected to circuits 9, 14 and 16.

The complete guide "Le Perche Sarthois à vélo" is available for €3 from tourist offices and bookshops in Sarthe.

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