Peuton combines nature and heritage with a tangible agricultural offering. For planning, the main highlights are a circular walk between Peuton and Marigné-Peuton, the municipal pond, the protected La Girouardière complex and La Ferme de Peuton. This lets you tailor your stay depending on whether you want to include a hike, a look at the history of the monument or farm offerings in your trip.

Hiking between Peuton and Marigné-Peuton

The Circuit des deux communes au départ de Peuton is a 7.8-kilometre circular walk. The pedestrian version is an easy hike lasting 2 hours and 15 minutes. For planning, you can read the details separately: the distance describes the length of the circular walk, while the easy-hike rating and duration apply to the pedestrian version. The route runs between Peuton and Marigné-Peuton and reaches the Sentier de la carrière on the return to Peuton. It starts at the municipal pond car park. Check the route details again before setting out, as the route and its characteristics may change. The circular format answers the question of the type of walk; the name Sentier de la carrière adds a specific section to the described return route.

Pond and landscape

The walking trails of Peuton and the municipal pond were added to the Mayenne network of award-winning natural sites on 1 September 2012. The pond is therefore both a practical reference point for the walk and a site recognised for its natural qualities on a specific date. There is an open-sided wooden shelter beside it for picnics and walkers. Peuton also has a wetland with a raised boardwalk. As information about facilities can change, check the condition of the shelter and boardwalk before your visit.

La Girouardière and its protected features

La Girouardière was listed as a historic monument on 14 June 2002. The protected complex includes the dwelling, chapel, bread oven and tower at the northern entrance in their entirety. Protection also covers the façades and roofs of the outbuilding, as well as the archaeological footprint of the former defensive system. The listing dates the protection, while the distinction between the entire complex, individual parts of the outbuilding and the archaeological footprint clarifies its scope.

An agricultural highlight

La Ferme de Peuton adds an agricultural highlight. The farm is a permaculture farm and offers baskets of organically grown vegetables. It also offers programmes for a stay or immersion on the farm. By including the farm in your travel plans, you can distinguish between a tangible food offering and a programme for spending time on the farm. If you are planning your trip around one of these offerings, confirm dates and current availability in advance.

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