Thrills and spills

Morning

Escalade à Thorigné-en-Charnie au site du canyon de Saulges

The Saulges canyon site is surrounded by limestone cliffs ideal for rock climbing. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced climber, there are 170 routes for you to learn or improve. Access is free. The site is accredited by the Fédération Française de la Montagne et de l’Escalade.

Practical information :

• Prévoir son propre matériel
• Courses and initiations are programmed during the summer (paying and on reservation)
• Respect for social distance

Climbing the wall of the Moulay towpath

Free practice climbing. The Moulay towpath wall has been awarded the Fédération Française de la Montagne et de l’Escalade label. It is a great place for beginners and offers 49 routes at level 3c and 6a+. The Mayenne Tourist Office has a climbing guidebook for sale.

Practical information :

• Prévoir son propre matériel
• Topoguide d’escalade en vente à l’Office de Tourisme de Mayenne

To organise a group climbing outing, a course or an introduction to climbing, find the perfect place to practice in Mayenne and contact the CD FFME 53.

Déjeuner 

• Picnic area at the Canyon des Saulges site
• Restaurant at the Canyon des Saulges site

Après-Midi

Canoë Kayak or paddle? 

Like to have a laugh and get your mind off things? Canoeing or paddling is just what you're looking for! Take to the water and discover the Mayenne river.

Practical information :

• From Saturday 21 March 2020 until October 2020

Water skiing, towed buoys or wakeboarding?

Initiate the joys of gliding in an ideal and friendly setting.

Children, teenagers or adults ; the Château-Gontier-sur-Mayenne Water Ski and Wakeboard School adapts their base for all âges and all levels.

- For children aged 3 à 9, the « Babyski » is available to introduce them à to the joy of gliding without being afraid of the’water.

- For teenagers and adults, the base is adapted according to beginner, initiate or confirmed levels.

Get away for a moment of pure fun in a towed boueacute, with your family, partner or friends. Sensations guaranteed. An instructor will be at your disposal.

Water skiing is also available for people with reduced mobility. The school's equipment and the instructors' skills will make you love the sensations and pleasure of gliding across the water.

Practical information :

• Registration and information on 06.80.28.21.06

Dîner

Dîner à your hébergement Gîtes de France® ou dans un restaurant à Château-Gontier-sur-Mayenne:

• Brasserie-saladerie-crêperie La Cantine : vente à emporter ou restauration sur place dans un lieu moderne et cosy à la décoration soign&e 
• Restaurant-brasserie Le 2m: refined, modern cuisine on site or takeaway, considered a must 
• Brasserie-pizzeria La Casa: warm and friendly setting 
• RestaurantLe Prieuré à Azé : in a green setting overlooking the Mayenne, refined and inventive cuisine changes with the seasons
• Bar-restaurant Les Copains d’Abord à l’écluse de Neuville: traditional riverside dining, natural and soothing setting 
• Pizzeria-crêperie La Villa Roma: right in the centre of Château-Gontier-sur-Mayenne, offers excellent homemade pizzas, galettes and crêpes à Breton style, quality meaté and burgers.