Highlight • Other
Fontaine de la Herse
Running
5.0
(1)
Hiking
5.0
(1)
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for:
Tips
Anthony Valerio (Monsieur Banane)
July 1, 2026
Hiking
The La Herse fountain is a mythical and unmissable spot in the Bellême forest.
Two stones bear Latin inscriptions, seemingly testifying to the fountain's Gallo-Roman origin. On the first, one can read APHRODISIUM (dedicated to Aphrodite) and on the second DIIS INFERIS VENERI MARTI ET MERCURIO SACRUM (consecrated to the underworld gods, Venus, Mars, and Mercury).
The ferruginous waters of the fountain have been renowned for their medicinal virtues since the 17th century.
Two stones bear Latin inscriptions, seemingly testifying to the fountain's Gallo-Roman origin. On the first, one can read APHRODISIUM (dedicated to Aphrodite) and on the second DIIS INFERIS VENERI MARTI ET MERCURIO SACRUM (consecrated to the underworld gods, Venus, Mars, and Mercury).
The ferruginous waters of the fountain have been renowned for their medicinal virtues since the 17th century.
Showing Translation•
In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!
Nearby routes
Best routes near Fontaine de la Herse
4.5
(11)
48
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
Moderate
4.5
(11)
38
hikers
7.72km
02:05
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
Moderate
5.0
(1)
12
hikers
18.9km
05:07
260m
260m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
Hard
Details
Informations
Elevation 180 m
Weather
Powered by Foreca
Sunday 1 November
11°C
4°C
29 %
Additional weather tips
Expect light wind and shifting conditions.
Most visited during
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December