Trans-La-Forêt: Church, Clog Museum and Walks

Trans-La-Forêt offers several ways to enjoy a stay focused on architecture, traditional crafts and outdoor activities. The parish church of Saint-Pierre showcases several distinctive architectural features, while the Maison du Sabot is dedicated to clog-making. There are also walking routes, a circular horse-riding route, scenic flights and a seasonal market. You can tailor your visit to the topics that interest you most.

Church and clog-making

The parish church of Saint-Pierre preserves Gothic architectural remains in its choir and nave. Its south wall contains a 15th-century doorway, and the porch tower was built in 1788. These different architectural features offer concrete reference points for exploring the church’s history: from its Gothic remains to the dated doorway and the later tower.

The Maison du Sabot has a different focus. This museum in Trans-La-Forêt is dedicated to clog-making and is housed in the former workshop of Ferdinand LAIGLE, the village’s last clog-maker. LAIGLE donated his workshop, machines and tools to the municipality; today, the workshop houses the museum. This craft is therefore connected to a specific place and a person from the village’s history.

In August 2026, the Maison du Sabot was free to enter and open to visitors; guided tours were available by reservation. Before your visit, check whether these arrangements are still in place.

Walking, horse riding and scenic flights

The Circuit de l’Étang de la Magentais is listed as walking route 22 in Trans-La-Forêt. Check the exact route before setting out. Another walk is described in the 2026 programme: “Echappées Baie – From the Vikings to the Duchy of Brittany” takes visitors through the history of the Villecartier forest and to the traces of a former Viking camp. It also covers the battle that drove the invaders back and the formation of the Duchy of Brittany. The route is 4 km long and takes 1 hour and 30 minutes.

The two walks have different emphases: the Circuit is identified as Route 22, while the walk described for 2026 combines historical themes with a stated distance and duration. If a set distance is important for planning your day, the second walk provides a specific time frame.

There is also a circular horse-riding route associated with the village: the Trans-la-Forêt–La Boussac route has a picnic area at the Étang Magentais. The municipal pond is managed and used by a local angling association. If you would like to include fishing in your plans, check the current regulations in advance.

Scenic flights over the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel and along the coast to Saint-Malo depart from the Aire de la Forêt microlight airstrip in Trans-La-Forêt. The aircraft has an enclosed, heated cabin, so flights are possible year-round. Check current operating conditions before making specific plans.

Market at La Vallée

In 2026, the Marché à la ferme de la Vallée takes place in the hamlet of La Vallée from 1 May to 30 October, from 5 pm to 7 pm. It is held in a covered hall. Along with shopping, you can stop for a drink or a sweet treat.

The selection includes seasonal vegetables and fruit, beef, veal and lamb, as well as honey. The range may vary depending on the market season and participating producer. If you are visiting for specific products, check the current selection and market details in advance.

Discover more destinations: Pancé, Sixt, Iffendic, Saint-Médard-Sur-Ille, Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier, Villamée, Gosné, Le Theil-De-Bretagne.

For the broader travel guide: Ille-Et-Vilaine.