Discover Saint-Antoine-du-Rocher

Saint-Antoine-du-Rocher brings together a range of options for a stay: historic sites, a history of milling, cycling, hiking and other leisure activities. When looking for a hotel, you can start by considering which themes you want to shape your stay: local history, a cycling route or leisure activities.

Historic sites from different periods

At the southern edge of Saint-Antoine-du-Rocher, towards Mettray at the place called Moulin de Rechaussé, lies the Dolmen de la Grotte aux Fées. It is about 4,000 years old and is classified as a historic monument. Its location, approximate age and monument status give you concrete points of reference for understanding its historical context.

The Chapelle et Source site is associated with the arrival of the hermit Antoine in the 7th or 8th century. Compared with the dolmen, which is about 4,000 years old, it offers a later historical reference. This comparison of periods draws attention to different historical contexts without assigning both sites to the same era.

The Moulin du Bondonneau

Since 1663, the Moulin du Bondonneau has been used to process grain into flour. Its waterwheel has been turning again since 15 May 2023. The dates mark different milestones: 1663 is when the mill began the function described, while 15 May 2023 marks the date from which the waterwheel turned again. Public tours are available during the Journées du patrimoine and on regular open days. Check the dates in advance if you are planning a visit.

Cycling route and golf

The Boucle à vélo n°54 starts in Saint-Antoine-du-Rocher and, at the beginning, passes by places including Golf Bluegreen Tours Ardrée. The golf course is also in Saint-Antoine-du-Rocher: set in 70 hectares of woodland, it has 18 holes. This lets you distinguish between two different interests when planning: the cycling route that starts in the village and the golf course with its specific size and number of holes.

Hiking and leisure

The hiking guide leads through the village’s historic sites, where information panels explain their history. Two hiking routes start from the car park at Plan d’eau de la Grenouillère. For orientation, there is a distinction between the historical focus, with explanations on site, and the two routes, which share a starting point.

Parc Barillet-Deschamps is a leisure and recreation area in Saint-Antoine-du-Rocher. The pump track is suitable for activities such as riding a scooter, skateboarding and BMX, and can be used by people of all ages. It was inaugurated on 30 August 2024. The park offers a space for leisure and relaxation, while the pump track provides a facility for specific types of activity.

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