Sports and leisure activities Orne

A pleasant way to discover Lake Rabodanges all year round. Come aboard the boat for a 1h15-hour cruise, or for a 2h30 lunch and dinner cruise, departing from the Putanges-Pont-Écrepin or Rabodanges landing stage, depending on water levels. The captain's commentary will introduce you to the local flora and fauna, as well as the workings of the dam. As for the menus, the Norman terroir, between land and sea, inspires the chef. All you need to do is make a reservation for a gourmet cruise!

There is no lack of interest in the Orne department. Watercourse in the heart of a hilly and wooded landscape or small bucolic river is nature fishing! On the menu: fario trout, rainbow trout, shade, carp, pip, pike, and even crayfish. 4,000 km of rivers and 150 ha of selected water bodies and lakes regenerate floating-line fishermen, launch, leaded, live, fly… Finally, you can also bark and shovel against a balance (and gloves!) to fish the crayfish of California in the Gourbe near Bagnoles-de-l 'Orne.

The centre offers initiations or baptisms air in the glider (20-30 minutes) and, for the most curious, a whole day of initiation, including baptism plus a long flight. The glider flies under the clouds and therefore depends on weather conditions (full season from March to October).

This equestrian center, close to Lake Rabodanges, is a dynamic business. Located in the heart of Normandy Switzerland, where a friendly, family atmosphere reigns, the establishment offers a wide range of equestrian and horse-related leisure activities: rides to Mont-Saint-Michel or along the route des châteaux, western camps, pony rides, equestrian courses... You can also spend the night in a teepee or a gîte, and even take part in nature escape game days!

The construction of the dam in 1959 enabled the emergence of this environmentally-friendly artificial lake. Bordered by pretty little villages (such as Les Rotours), ideal for bike rides, and by the Gorges de Saint-Aubert, accessible via the sentier du Vieux Saint-Aubert, the site is remarkable. The lake, 6 km long and crossed by a bridge, is a delight for canoeists and water-skiers. Its shores are particularly popular with families, with swimming available in summer. Swimming is supervised and free of charge.

Not far from downtown Flers, this 9-hole, 2 putting-green and 12-practice golf course extends over 20 hectares of rolling meadows. As part of a dynamic and committed approach, the golf course set up a handi-golf school in 2008, which has been accredited by the regional Olympic and sports committee. Recently, it was awarded the "Golf pour la diversité" label by the FFGolf. Visits to discover the golf course's biodiversity are available. Lessons, training courses and competitions are available. Preferential rates for licensed players from Normandy.

Close to the abbey, this 13 hectare pond offers fishermen the possibility of beautiful catches: squash, carp, pike, tanches, conserve, trout… You can get a card from local merchants. Night fishing is also organized.

Brochure and description of courses and their difficulties at the tourist office of Gacé for a rate of € 2,50. These are a dozen of the guided circuits listed in a booklet and suitable for all hikers.

In river 1 st class, fishing can only take place half an hour before sunrise and only 2 hours after sunset, except for carp fishing. Maximum 10 trout per angler. Fishing cards for sale at the Tourist Office: 02 33 37 85 66. Fishing authorized before p. m. and after p. m. on the lake bridge and at the bottom of the lake gardens.

This leisure base, 10 km from Domfront, offers canoes rental (1 May to end September), individually. It is imperative to know swimming. Guided activities for groups: climbing, sports of full nature, archery; meeting from 10 €. Possible accommodation (Gîtes de France): 6 cottages of 6 people and two large rooms available.

Located on the Granite Trail at La Roche d'Oëtre, you'll find this service business in Bréel, run by two mechanics with a passion for bicycles. They offer bike rentals (electric-assist bikes, mountain bikes, tandems, tricycles) and equipment (helmets, baby seats, trailers, etc.), as well as bike electrification and repairs. Discovery workshops and training courses for professionals undergoing retraining are also organised throughout the year. So don't hesitate! Clément and Stefan will be delighted to welcome you.

This vast 300 m² space is a world of its own: you enter a space covered with reproductions of street-art works , and laser game enthusiasts are in heaven. Novices, who are not yet familiar with these laser shooting games where the objective is to hit your opponent in a fun and friendly atmosphere, will also be able to enjoy this great discipline for the first time. The games are yours to play in this covered space, where the decorations and smoke machines will immediately put you in the spirit!

The fully covered go-kart track, with its new fleet of 18 go-karts, allows you to push the pedal to the metal in any season and at (almost) any age, since mini-go-karts are also available for children's enjoyment. The site also offers a range of leisure activities: miniature golf, billiards, darts and car simulation video games. In the evening, it's party time in the new karaoke rooms and in the pop-rock concert hall every second Saturday of the month. Young people (and not just young people!) from Flers and the surrounding area have been won over!

The open-air pool is heated every summer and offers residents and visitors a sixties-style swimming pool, equipped with two 50-meter swimming lanes and three 25-meter swimming lanes, and a children's pool. For those who love depths, the big bath has a diving board and a water depth increasing from 0.80 m to 3.90 m! Numerous activities are scheduled throughout the summer, including swimming lessons, aquagym sessions, aquaphobia support and diving baptisms. Solarium and sunbathing.

The climbing is a popular activity in the Andaines Forest which offers sites of exceptional wild beauty, with magnificent views of the bush and the country of the Andaines. Several climbing sites are accessible, totaling more than 250 open channels. 3 sites mainly: The site of La Cluse, in Domfront itself, on the Flers road (at the level of the picturesque tanneries district) with 72 tracks of maximum height of 22 m, the site of La Fosse Arthour in Saint-Georges-de-Rouelley, legendary site, perfect for all beginners coming to the joys varnine on 171 tracks with a maximum height of 23 meters, and the site Les Rochers d 'Andaine in Champsecret (with 40 channels), in the middle of the Andaines forest, the rocks reserved for seasoned climbers.

At the beginning of the church of Moutiers-au-Perche, the path of the ford of Culoiseau takes you through the trees in the locality of Culoiseau. You can admire beautiful houses that recall the religious history of the town. This shaded path is ideal for a trip to children. Bird watching enthusiasts will also find their pleasure for observing the many birds (kingfishers, moorhens, etc.) that inhabit these wood.

Price: free.

Distance: 10 km away.

Problem: easy.

You can practice leisure horse riding, work your horse for competitions, practice the volting, take hikes in the hides forest or the Bursary Forest, from half a day to three days, with a visit of castles, a cheese shop, etc. Note that the internships are accessible to children from the age of 4. the club welcomes persons in disability situations, all types of disabilities for meetings based on meeting and relationship. A lot of humanity and finesse in the approach of visitors as in learning. Natural camping area.

This vast, modern complex is located in the heart of the city. Here you'll find a vast swimming pool, complete with a huge slide, where you can indulge not only in swimming, but also in aquabike and aquagym. Fitness classes are also available for all levels (gentle, tonic, cardio). Last but not least, a fitness room and bowling alley complete the picture. Opening times vary according to the season.

Close to the Roche d'Oëtre nature reserve, Orne Aventure offers no fewer than 11 accrobranche courses and around a hundred games accessible to all, children and sports enthusiasts alike. Set off on a tree-to-tree adventure, in complete safety: you can choose between several courses (monkey bridge, Tarzan jump...). The 100% zip-line course is a must. As for the most courageous, they'll soar 18 meters above the ground into the treetops. The site also offers events throughout the year. Please note that all minors must be accompanied.

A master craftswoman, Patricia studied bobbin lace at the Bayeux Lace Conservatory and opened her workshop nearly 20 years ago. Her work is remarkable and can be found on doilies, postcards, jewellery, bookmarks... It's an art and a highly sophisticated traditional manual technique, enabling her to weave delicate and very fine pieces. This lacemaker runs courses all year round in the surrounding area, and offers workshops in her studio.