Day 1
Early in the morning, set off for the heart of the city! The “Garden Party” urban trail is a real touristic-sportive gems.
Enjoy 13 km of gardens, old stones and breathtaking panoramas, all under the first rays of sunshine, just for you.
It’s the perfect way to explore the city and wake up your body at your own pace. Take advantage of the steps to… walk, the alleys to gallop, and the gardens to breathe… and contemplate!
And whether you’ve had breakfast or not, we highly recommend lunch at the market: you’ll find everything a sportsman could want! Local produce, sweet, savoury, exotic, gourmet and natural.
In the afternoon, for a stroll or a trail ride (for those who like to keep it moving), set off for a 100% natural version of the event, just a stone’s throw from downtown Laval, accessible in 10 minutes by bike (which you can hire with panniers from the tourist office).
Take a stroll to discover the Bois Gamat farm, where you can admire handcrafted products such as mohair goat’s wool clothing and donkey’s milk soaps.
Or opt for sport with the 7 km “La Chevalerie” trail, close to the town center but totally immersed in the countryside, woods and river. Although short, this trail offers a variety of paths, some of them technical and steep. Be prepared to straddle the Ruisseau de la Chevalerie several times!
P.S.: For those with a sweet tooth, the 13.6 km “Le Plein d’Aventure ” option (departure from the Avesnières lock), route no. 10, also passes through the Bois Gamat and uses many of the same trails. If you’d like to extend your distance, don’t hesitate!




