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LA DAME
DU LAC

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THE ACTIVITIES AROUND LA DAME DU LAC

Please select an activity around the house and Rabodanges' lake :

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WATERSKIING

On the shores of Rabodanges' lake, a stretch of water of 96 ha, you will enjoy many types of waterskiing. If you wish to have something to eat after a day on water, the restaurant "La Rotonde", with its terrace overlooking the lake, is at your disposal. Rabodanges'lake is also a great spot for every angler. Also discover kayak-fishing at La Ferme du Bois de Putanges
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THE TOWN OF PUTANGES PONT ÉCREPIN

Lovely little town on the river Orne, you will find in Putanges Pont Écrepin all kind of commerces, restaurants et services (banks, doctors, topurist office, etc). Putanges is also a starting point for the cruise along the Orne (with lunch and dinner on board). La Ferme du Bois de Putanges, leisure center in close proximity, will allow you to practice canoeing or mountain biking (possibility to rent bikes)
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RABODANGES' CHATEAU

Built on the site of an ancient stronghold, Rabodanges' chateau was built between 1630 and 1667 under the reign of Louis XIII, when Richelieu ordered the destruction of the ancient feudal castles in 1628. During the season, you can visit the exterior and appreciate the typical achitecture of the XVII century.
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THE RIDING CENTRE "LA ROTOURELLE"

This riding centre allow you, not only to take riding lessons and treks during the weekends, but also to practice sporting activities for everyone : Mountain biking, archery, waterskiing, rock climbing, etc. Do not hesitate to inquire on site.
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HIKING

The numerous paths around Rabodanges' lake are ideal for those who love to hike. Either on foot or bike, for a simple stroll or a big hiking, you will be able to wander the paths all year round and enjoy the enchanting surroundings.
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PAINTBALL

Outdoor activity for groups, paintball is foremost a great sport to have fun with others. The centre possess several vast terrains, and can rent you all the necessary equipement (plan on taking some appropriated clothes). Why not give it a try ?
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MENIL GONDOUIN'S CHURCh

The atypical church of Ménil Gondouin will astonish you with its fully-painted frontage. Adorned by abbot Victor Paysant, it was baptised "Living and Speaking Church of Ménil-Gonduoin" due to the many texts and pictures painted by the abbot. The paintings were erased by the following abbot, but in 2004 the local mayor, helped by an association, entirely restored the church. An oddity you wouldn't want to miss !
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BAGNOLES DE L'ORNE

Approximately 40 minutes away from La Dame du Lac by car, the city of Bagnoles de l'Orne is a spa town, where tradition et modernity combine for your health. The perfect place to rejuvenate yourself, you will be able to enjoy several kind of hydrotherapeutic cures at the thermal bath, but also visit the city and its monuments, or gamble at the casino.
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THE ROCK OF OËTRE

Emblematic site of the Swiss Normandy, the rock of Oëtre, it is the Mountain in Normandy. Discover the magnificient setting of this place preserved for its beauty, located at only 30 minutes of La Dame du Lac by car. Hiking, Mountain biking, tree climbing and observation of the flora and fauna, the rock of Oëtre is an exceptionnal natural zone.
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OF course there is a lot of thins to see and do around La Dame du Lac, do not hesitate to request guidance from your hosts and at the tourist office in Putanges.

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