Places to Visit

Surrounding areas of interest when you stay with us

Paris

Paris is 1 hour ride on the t.g.v from Le Mans which takes you straight into the station for Disneyland Paris. Sight seeing in Paris is like plunging into ancient history: remains of the old roman lutetia, grand medieval abbeys, gothic master-Pieces and classical architecture. There are 180 museums and monuments for you To discover.

Alencon

There are some interesting sights in and around Alencon including The Chateau des ducs, used as a prison by Nazi troops in wwll, or the Majestic chateau de carrouges. You’ll also want to head out towards the ecouves Forests or saint ceneri-le-gerei often cited as one of the prettiest villages in France.

La fleche

La fleche is a historic area. At the tourist office you can join a guided Tour Of historical buildings were legendary French scholars studied. There is a Theatre, which Dates back to1839 and the tertre rouge. A zoo park with over 120 Different animals situated In 14 hectares of land

Chambord

Henry James once said “Chambord is truly royal - royal in its scale, its Grand air and its indifference to common considerations.” The Loire’s largest residence, Brainchild of the extravagant François 1, began as a hunting lodge in the foret de Boulogne. In 1519 this was razed and the creation of present-day chambord began, to a Design probably initiated by Leonardo da vinci.

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