La Bouëxière brings together natural and historical heritage at the Chevré site. The historic complex is also a stop on the La Campagne buissonnière tourist trail. You can focus your trip planning on different highlights: Chevré’s medieval heritage, nature at Étang de Chevré, and trails through the commune’s landscape.

Chevré’s Medieval Heritage

The medieval village of Chevré preserves a feudal motte, topped by the remains of a stone keep. A 11th-century Frairienne chapel and a 13th-century Romanesque bridge with seven arches complete the complex. The dates refer to different periods, and the architectural forms also differ. Those interested in the history of the site will find concrete examples of sacred and Romanesque architecture here, alongside the feudal motte and remains of the keep.

At Étang de Chevré

Étang de Chevré covers 24 hectares and is considered a protected reserve for fauna and flora. A walking trail runs along its banks. At the pond, playful signs inform children and adults about local plants and animals. This brings together two aspects of nature: the waterside trail and information about flora and fauna. Visitors who want to explore both can use the waterside trail and the signs as two different points of interest.

Leisure Activities and Trails

Leisure activities at the Chevré site include a fitness trail, medieval games, and walking and mountain-biking trails. The options include exercise on the trail, a playful connection to the Middle Ages, and routes on foot or by mountain bike. Trail conditions and leisure activities may change; check local conditions and current offerings before your visit.

Beyond Chevré, La Bouëxière also offers a range of landscape features. Its preserved bocage landscape includes woodland areas and a Roman road. The network also includes the GR 37 and GR 39 hiking trails, which are suitable for walking and cycling. When planning, you can distinguish between the path along the banks of the pond and the walking and cycling trails in the commune.

Music and Medieval Festivals

Ton’Eire de Bouex’ is a Celtic and Irish music festival that takes place around March. Les Festoyes is a medieval festival held in September at Étang de Chevré in La Bouëxière. Its program includes crafts, costumes, performances and historical reenactments. Check the specific dates before travelling to an event, as the approximate month is not a substitute for checking the dates. The events have different focuses: Celtic and Irish music at one, medieval performances at the other.

Discover more destinations: Bécherel, Mont-Dol, La Chapelle-Des-Fougeretz, Fougères, Clayes, Montours, Vitré, Saint-Coulomb.

For the regional travel overview: Ille-Et-Vilaine.