The “Étangs et Calvaires” hiking trail is 15 kilometres long and starts at the Plan d’eau du Bas du Tertre. It leads through forests, ponds and sunken lanes to the Étang de la Hunaudière, where there is a small birdwatching area. The “Les Coteaux de la Chère” hiking trail is 8.5 kilometres long and also starts at the Plan d’eau du Bas du Tertre. It runs along sunken lanes beside the Chère through a hilly rural landscape.
Those considering Saint-Aubin-des-Châteaux as a travel destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
Culture and History
The Chapelle des Templiers is an old chapel that was converted into the church of its commandery by the Knights Templar in the 12th century. It has a wooden roof structure made entirely with an axe. The interior consists of two bevelled wall surfaces that define its architectural character.
The Menhir des Louères has been classified as a Monument historique since 1928. It is a Neolithic-style menhir, now standing in isolation, and was probably part of a stone row. The Menhir des Louères can be reached from the car park at the sports ground via the path behind the sports hall.
Camp de Choisel is an attraction listed as a historic site in the vicinity of Saint-Aubin-des-Châteaux.
Water and Location
The Aire de stationnement Saint-Aubin-des-Châteaux is located at the end of a road beside a pond, at the foot of the commune of Saint-Aubin-des-Châteaux and close to shops.
Wider Surroundings
The Grand-Fougeray Tower is a historic site in the wider regional surroundings of Saint-Aubin-des-Châteaux. The Abbaye Notre-Dame de Melleray is a monastery in the wider regional surroundings of Saint-Aubin-des-Châteaux. The Arcades du Mesnil and the Arcades du Gué de la Roche are also located in the wider regional surroundings; both are natural rock arches.
