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Walk in the Suisse Normande in Clécy

A little stroll in the heart of the Suisse Normande on the banks of the Orne

To get to the start of the hike, you have to go to Clécy, "capital of the Suisse Normande". This region is called Suisse Normande because its hilly relief shaped by the Orne river reminds a little bit of Switzerland. To visit the region you can follow a road route of more than 60 kilometers. The signs are numerous and you can't miss them. For those who prefer walking to driving you can go to Clécy. The hike presented is short (1h) and is not difficult except for a small climb, another hike to Clécy is available on the site. You can practice many outdoor sports in Clécy: climbing, sledging, via ferrata, canoeing...

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Duration: 2 h.
Practical information

The rocks

There are many climbing routes in the area.
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Via Ferrata

Along the rocks you can see the suspension bridges that you can take using the via ferrata.
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Cambronnerie via ferrata

You can hire everything you need for via ferrata at a small hut near the restaurants. Thrill-seekers will love the spectacular via ferrata at La Cambronnerie.
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Indicative sign

You can go up the hill from the path indicated by the sign. The first few meters are a bit rough but it doesn't last.
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The trail

The walk takes place under the canopy of trees. La Suisse Normande in Clécy offers a magnificent natural setting, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. With its rolling green hills, winding waterways and lush forests, this area is a veritable playground for hikers, kayakers, climbers and mountain bikers.
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A zip line

You can fly over the Orne valley towards the viaduct on an impressive 400-metre-long zip line.
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View on the Orne valley

After the effort you can have a magnificent view on the Orne valley and on the SNCF viaduct which spans the Orne.
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Hiking map

The return to the Orne is done by following the road. There is a parking lot where you can park your car and a map that indicates other possible hikes in the area.
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The shores of the Orne

The place is very bucolic, but in high season, the traffic can be very heavy with cars parking everywhere.
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The restaurants

In Clécy, on the banks of the River Orne, you'll find a variety of restaurants to suit all tastes. Like many places that only operate in the summer months, it's still very family-friendly. Ideal on a fine summer's day.
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Other walks

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