What to Do in Mayenne? 

Ambrières-les-Vallées · Mayenne · Normandy

Excursions and sightseeing from the campground: A medieval town, a natural lake, Gallo-Roman heritage sites, local markets, and the Normandy countryside—the area around the campground is well worth exploring.

Campagne
© Mathieu Lassalle - French Wanderers - Mayenne Tourisme

Must-See Attractions Near the Campground

Nearby

Whether just a few minutes or an hour's drive away, northern Mayenne and the Normandy bocage offer a wealth of places to explore from your base at Camping Parc de Vaux.

Lassay Castle

14 km – 15 min

Destination Heritage

Visit the Château de Lassay

Lassay Castle is 15 minutes from the Parc de Vaux Campground. A 15th-century medieval fortress with a working drawbridge and a romantic park

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La Bazouge-de-Chemeré Pond

12 km – 15 min

Destination Nature

Haute Mayenne Lake

Lake Haute Mayenne (123 ha) is just a few minutes from the Parc de Vaux Campground. Supervised swimming, kayaking, sailing, stand-up paddleboarding, and hiking around the lake in Mayenne.

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Days that take shape according to your mood

DAY TRIP IDEAS

There's no set itinerary—but here are a few ideas to help you plan your trip.

Family

Family Day

A chance to relax, open to both campers and visitors.

Morning

Yoga with Berenice or Swimming and Games at the Campground 
noon
Picnic at the Lake
Afternoon
Kayaking or pedal boats on the lake
Evening

Local Farmers' Market on Thursdays · Activities at the snack bar

Heritage

Heritage Day

A day out of time in the medieval villages of the Normandy countryside.

Morning

Departure for Domfront · tour of the medieval castle and the narrow streets
noon
Lunch in town in Domfront
Afternoon
Notre-Dame-sur-l'Eau Church: Return via the Normandy countryside
Evening

Back at the campground, there's a snack bar on the terrace overlooking the river

Nature

Nature & Cycling Day 

For those who love to earn their views by pedaling.

Morning

Start the bike ride on the Vélo Francette toward Mayenne (10 km)
noon
Lunch in Mayenne · tour of the Carolingian castle-museum
Afternoon
Return via the greenway · break at the lake
Evening

Back to the campground · a quiet evening on the patio

Mayenne in Pictures

PHOTO GALLERY

Discover through photos the landscapes, heritage, and activities that make Mayenne such a rich destination. From Camping Parc de Vaux, set out to explore the department and enjoy the many experiences available near the campground.

Vélo à Mayenne
© Hellolaroux - Mayenne Tourisme
Vélo Rail à Saint-Loup-du-Gast
© Dominique VERNIER- Mayenne Tourisme
Centre-ville de Mayenne
© La Bougeotte Française - Mayenne Tourisme
Balade en bateau habitable sur la rivière la Mayenne
© preparetavalise
Château de Lassay
© Nos cœurs voyageurs - Mayenne Tourisme
Balade à cheval au Montaigu, en Mayenne
© Anthony Dausseur - Destination MAYENNE
Jublains, ville romaine
Musée du château de Mayenne
Randonnée à Pré-en-Pail
© Anthony Dausseur - Destination MAYENNE

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