Barenton / Mortain

The village of Mortain stands out on its hillside at the heart of the green Bocage Normand area. It also stands at the crossroads of La Véloscénie and Le Tour de Manche cycle routes. This stage of La Véloscénie is almost entirely on greenways, except for the unavoidable link to Mortain.

Itinerary

A stage where you're almost entirely on greenways.

A bit further on, to reach Mortain, follow the well-signposted greenway (signs for La Vélomaritime, VéloWestNormandy, and Mortain). When you reach the D977 road, cross carefully. You’ll then have two options:
•    The recommended route (shown in purple on the map): slightly longer, but likely faster overall. It climbs gradually and takes you past the Cascades. This is the best option—scenic, gentle, and suitable even if you're carrying panniers or pulling a trailer.
•    The direct route via the D977: a recently built path serving the lower part of town, but it ends with a steep dirt path, including sections with a 20% gradient. This option is challenging and may be unrideable if your bike is loaded.

Links

A 3km-link joins Barenton to the greenway. Further along the greenway, there's an incline up a road to join Mortain itself.

Tourism Offices

Mortain : +33 2 33 59 19 74

Not to be missed

Barenton : Apple and Pear House (by the link) +33 2 33 59 56 22