Landscapes and colors tour

🏞️ Discovering Monthault, between legendary stones and secret paths

Just an 8-minute drive from the Au Lutin Pommé gîte, the small village of Monthault offers an immersion in history, nature... and a hint of mystery.

Built around its church, the village has retained its old-world layout. As you stroll through its narrow streets, you'll discover many 16th- and 17th-century houses, typical of the Fougères region: stair towers on the rear facade, round-arched doorways, steep roofs, and facades with rare but elegant openings. The understated, rustic decor is a testament to the local rural heritage.

⛰️ The Rocher de Monthault: a site steeped in legends

We were told: "If you come to Monthault, don't forget to go up there." And we quickly understand why!

The Rocher de Monthault, nestled on a wooded hill, is a place apart.

We discover:

• The Notre-Dame de la Délivrance chapel, perched at the summit, renowned for its miracles, has been rebuilt several times since the Revolution thanks to the fervor of the locals.
• Four legendary stones, each with its own incredible story:
  • The Screaming Stone, slipped by young girls in search of a husband
  • The Stone of Sacrifice, intriguing by its shape
  • The Devil's Stone, marked by the anger of the Evil One
  • The Monk's Stone, refuge of a solitary hermit, resembling a dolmen

We had a truly unique time there: between silence, granite, forests and thrills, the site invites contemplation... or daydreaming.

🌿 The Bois Ainaux art trail

A little further down, the Bois Ainaux valley, a former quarry and then farm, is today a haven of peace for flora and fauna.

There is a trail called "Secrets of the Valley", punctuated by 5 discovery stations and monumental granite sculptures.

Among our favorites:

• The Devil's Hand
• Five drops by boat
• The Devil's Bench
• The imprint

These works, the fruit of artistic symposiums organized in the Louvigné region, bring a real surprise at every turn.

The contrast between raw nature and contemporary art is superb. We loved walking there: between the massive rocks, the wooden deckchairs, and the sounds of nature, it's an ideal place to recharge your batteries, even with children.

🧭 Practical information

• 📍 Monthault is 8 minutes from the gîte by car
• 🥾 Easy trail, accessible with good shoes
• 📷 Ideal for nature, heritage and photography lovers
• 🧺 Picnic tables and benches on site
• 📜 Interpretation panels accompany the route
• 🕊️ Free access

💬 In summary

Whether you're a history buff, a keen walker, or simply curious, Monthault is a wonderful surprise just minutes from the cottage. Between mysterious stones, a hilltop chapel, an art trail, and old houses, this village truly has something magical about it.

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