The Gué de Selle, located in Mézangers in Mayenne, is a 50-hectare body of water, surrounded by around thirty hectares of undergrowth. The Gué de Selle leisure center will bring you a little freshness during your vacation in the Coëvrons. Fancy sharing a delicious picnic by the pond? Enjoy a good meal by the water, with family or friends, and multiple activities! Rather tempted by a friendly place to relax? Our recommendation: the Gué de Selle Guinguette !

Water and nature activities at Gué de Selle

Do you feel the call of the water? At the Gué de Selle, in July and August Nautical activities of the leisure center are in the spotlight!
You can swim freely, however, swimming is not supervised, or do a family activity by renting a pedalo, canoeing, paddle boarding, sailboard, or by making a swing golf !
What is swin-golf? It's a fun and accessible version of traditional golf, played with a three-sided club and a larger ball. So, what are you waiting for? Challenge your family and friends to a thrilling game on the 6-hole Gué de Selle course. To enjoy this activity, head to the open-air café!

Activity at the Gué de Selle

Fishing enthusiasts, get out your hooks and prepare your lines, because the Gué de Selle is a excellent spot for fishing fish! The pond being classified as 2nd categoryYou're sure to find pike and zander on the end of your line!

To fish at Gué de Selle, remember that you must have a fishing license. All the information for obtain a card : Coëvrons Community of Communes.

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Fabien Chéré – Tourist Office of Sainte-Suzanne les Coëvrons

An unusual activity in Mayenne?

For you, vacation means relaxation? Imagine yourself practicing paddle yoga at sunset, a unique and revitalizing experience, led by Petra.

Hiking trails in a Natura 2000 site

Drone view of the Gué de Selle
Drone view of the Selle ford, © Fabien Chéré – Sainte-Suzanne les Coëvrons Tourist Office

In addition to water sports and activities, Gué de Selle also offers hiking trails.

You will enjoy walking around the pond, following a 3-kilometer botanical trailAs you walk, you will observe different species of trees, aquatic plants, water lilies, but also a varied fauna. Ideal for a Sunday stroll!

If you wish to extend your walk, the tour n°25 is made for you. You will pass along the Gué de Selle, but also in Mézangers, where you can admire the picturesque architecture of its village. Don't miss a stop to contemplate the majestic Rocher Castle, a private residence, listed as a Historic Monument. To enhance your walk, take a tour of its gardens which are accessible to the public!

Mézangers Rock Castle
Château du Rocher de Mézangers, © Sainte-Suzanne les Coëvrons Tourist Office

If you are riders ou mountain bikers, you will also find what you are looking for at Gué de Selle. Indeed, this hiking trail can be explored on horseback or by mountain bike, with the possibility of enjoying two paddocks for horses.

What if you treated your children to a horse riding holiday? Mézangers pony club, certified by the French Riding School, offers complete equestrian stays with accommodation, meals, and activities included. A perfect opportunity to introduce them to horse riding in a friendly and supervised environment.

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Where does the name “Gué de Selle” come from?

The Gué de Selle, located in Mézangers in Mayenne, takes its name from a ford that was once crossed on horseback, with the water reaching up to the saddle.

It is thanks to this anecdote that the Mézangers pond was named the Gué de Selle!

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