The Dolmens circuit

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The Dolmens circuit

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The Dolmens circuit

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14.8km

210m

Hiking

This route, largely in nature, offers an immersion in the forests between the towns of Cournon and La Gacilly, the stronghold of Yves Rocher who gave his name to the cosmetics brand.

The itinerary leaves the town of Cournon then crosses the Ruisseau des Landes du Loup stream to reach…

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Last updated: June 3, 2024

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2.85 km

Moulin de La Ville Janvier

Highlight • Monument

This windmill called “de la galette” dates from the 20th century. With a corbelled construction, it once had four wooden wings and was used to grind black wheat to make the famous Breton pancake.

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4.97 km

Dolmen des Tablettes

Highlight • Historical Site

The Dolmen des Tablettes dates from the Neolithic era (4500 BC). This Angevin megalith is a dolmen (funeral monument) composed of a rectangular chamber preceded by a portico entrance.

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5.76 km

View of the Aff footbridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

The small Aff stream has been dammed here to direct water into mill runs in historic times. Decorated with flowers most of the year, and with art during the festival

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5.80 km

La Gacilly is the birthplace of Yves Rocher. The 'secrets' are revealed in a guided walk-through exhibition: Yves Rocher Scenography. This multi-sensory experience will take visitors deep inside the different …

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14.8 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.79 km

4.71 km

2.80 km

505 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.84 km

2.47 km

1.86 km

1.48 km

180 m

Elevation

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Highest point (80 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Today

Monday 12 October

22°C

13°C

51 %

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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

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Comments

May 30, 2025,Circuit du Dolmen des Tablettes (Cournon)

This 14-km circuit is predominantly forested. The trail markings appear to have been recently redone. It has a fairly steep gradient with many climbs. It offers beautiful views of the surrounding forest. The undergrowth paths have unfortunately been plowed by tractors. Given the condition of the soil, this circuit appears to be impassable in autumn and winter. Connections will allow …

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March 13, 2024

This route, largely in nature, offers an immersion in the forests between the towns of Cournon and La Gacilly, the stronghold of Yves Rocher who gave his name to the cosmetics brand.
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The itinerary leaves the town of Cournon then crosses the Ruisseau des Landes du Loup stream to reach the forest, a link

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