Explore Arnage with Brit Hotel Le Cottage

Discover the most beautiful views over Saint Céneri Le Gérei, which has “most beautiful villages in France” classification, lying on the confluence of La Sarthe and Le Sarthon.

Bellême Forest extends over the gentle Perche hills. Covered with majestic oak trees, a piece of ancient Gaul still lives on here.

Departing from Alençon, pedal at your own pace on the Vélobuissonnière route. You’ll enjoy some wonderful landscapes over the mountains and valleys of the Alpes Mancelles where the Sarthe River gently flows. An unmissable stop is Saint-Céneri-Le-Gérei, one of France’s most beautiful villages where time seems to stand still... It’s the perfect place for a delicious local picnic!

Departing from Alençon, this idea for a cycle ride will allow you to explore the final foothills of the Armorican massif towards the Bassin Parisien, the Ecouves forest.

Departing from Bellême, this cycle ride idea is perfect for the whole family. This 38-km cycle ride will be an opportunity to explore the Perche area and its hilly landscapes.

Join us for a friendly walk dedicated to supporting CAREGIVERS and giving them a well-deserved BREAK. Whether you're an experienced cyclist, mountain biker, gravel enthusiast or just love walking, come and share a festive and committed moment in an exceptional natural setting. Cycling for a cause that matters Behind every participant is a powerful gesture: supporting carers, the men and women who, on a daily basis, devoutly support a loved one suffering from dependency, illness or disability. They are the heroes behind the scenes, often invisible, who also need a break. Thanks to previous editions of this charity event, weekend breaks and relaxing afternoons have already been offered to these carers. By taking part, you are making a direct contribution to giving them the respite they so richly deserve. Courses for all levels On the programme from 7.45am, a variety of routes to suit all abilities! - Walks (6, 12 and 18 kms) | Price: €5 - Cycling (30, 70, 90 and 120 kms) | Price: €10 - Mountain biking (35, 45 and 60km) | Price: €10 - Gravel guinguette (60 and 120 kms) | Price: €15 Together, let's turn our passion for sport into a show of solidarity. Join us and make a difference! For more information, call 06 11 59 87 26 Registration: www.sportsnconnect.com or by e-mail alfraide.contact@gmail.com RDV Château des Roches - Morannes

Our gîtes are ideally situated at the confluence of 3 départements: Indre et Loire, Sarthe and Maine et Loire, and 2 regions: Centre and Pays de Loire. We love nature and garage sales, so we're always on the lookout for unusual and everyday objects, and enjoy the produce from our garden. We want to do our bit for our planet and our beautiful country by growing our fruit and vegetables as naturally as possible, by eating our hens' eggs.... but also by sorting our rubbish, by being vigilant about our energy consumption and by giving everyday objects a 2nd life as often as possible. All the while enjoying life ...... We also offer on-site cocktail workshops. Today, we'd like to share our experiences... In the outbuildings of a farmhouse over 100 years old on our 7,000 m2 property, we'll welcome you as our guests and invite you to share part of our home.

It comprises a lovely 25 m² living room (with fireplace), a fully-equipped kitchen, four bedrooms, a bathroom and a 700 m² garden. Wifi (fibre optic, speed approx. 900Mbits/s), bed linen and towels included, we're waiting for you! The accommodation comprises Ground floor: - A 25 m² living room with TV, fireplace (wood provided to start the living room), sofa (convertible for 2 people), armchairs and dining area. - Fully-equipped kitchen with electric kettle, oven, microwave, toaster, dishwasher, hob, filter coffee machine, etc. - Bedroom 1: double bed (140×200). - Bathroom with bath. - Separate WC. 1st floor: - Bedrooms 2 and 3: queen-size beds (160×190). - Bedroom 4: double bed (140×190). - Separate WC. Note: staircases a little steep, you need to be careful with your head at the top of the steps for tall people. Exterior: - An above-ground swimming pool (private, heated), open all year round, semi-buried. - A year-round jacuzzi for up to 4 people. - A lovely 700 m² enclosed garden. - An 18 m² south-west-facing terrace with furniture to enjoy the fine weather. For even greater comfort, the owners have decided to invest in the following additional equipment: high chair, washing machine, cot, fan, barbecue, iron and ironing board. The house is ideally located in Torcé-Viviers-en-Charnie, in very pleasant surroundings. You'll find all the essential shops nearby, as well as boutiques, restaurants, bars, a market, etc. Nearby: - Evron 15 minutes away - Sainte-Suzanne 7.3 km away (12 minutes by car) - Le Mans 39.8 km away (43 minutes by car) - Laval 41 km away (41 minutes by car) - Mayenne 39.8 km away (39 minutes by car) Activities : - Tourist sites: the medieval town of Sainte Suzanne, the canyon and caves of Saulges classified Natura 2000. Saint-Cénéri-le-Gérai, one of France's most beautiful villages... - Sporting activities: numerous walking and cycling routes nearby. The village is a 15-minute drive from the Normandie-Maine Regional Nature Park. - Point of interest: Evron, home to the largest Babybel factory in the world. - Events: the 24 hours of Le Mans. Public transport: If you choose to come by car, you can park directly in the closed and secure garage that can accommodate 2 vehicles or in the street in front of the house. As for other modes of transport, here is some information that may be useful to you: - Nearest train stations: Le Mans station 41 km away (TGV), Evron TER station - Nearest airport: Le Mans Arnage airport, 48 km away (45 minutes by car). Other remarks: - Pets are accepted on request. Please specify when booking. A supplement of €15/pet/stay will be applied. - The fireplace is functional and has two hearths, one open to enjoy the fire visually, and one buried to heat the room safely. - End-of-stay cleaning includes preparing the accommodation for future visitors. Please leave it in a clean and tidy condition and clean all appliances after use. - One of the rooms will be inaccessible during your stay. - On the left-hand side of the house are the outside bins (1 for sorting glass, 1 for sorting cardboard/plastic and 1 normal).

The Chicaudière gite, located on the borders of Anjou and Touraine, overlooks the Maulne valley in a verdant setting of absolute peace and quiet. The gite is housed in the outbuildings of a 16th-century manor house. We welcome family groups all year round on a self-catering basis. The GR 36 is nearby and there are many sites to visit in the surrounding area.

Large, comfortable family home in south Mayenne with 5 bedrooms and large, bright living rooms. 1,000m² of grounds with terrace and lawn for meals and games (table tennis, table football, rackets, boules, etc.). Self-supporting swimming pool from June to September, 7.3m x 3.66m, 1.3m high. Views over the surrounding countryside. Owners' farm nearby. Ideal location for visiting the Sarthe and Mayenne regions. Discover the Petites cités de caractère (small towns of character) of Asnières-sur-Vègre and Malicorne-sur-Sarthe, the Saulges caves with their climbing walls, the prehistory museum and the caves. Areas for short and medium hikes, as well as trails. 14km away, explore the Coëvrons and visit Sainte Suzanne with its castle, ramparts, craftsmen and beautiful, hilly walks. Spend a day at La Flèche zoo, a 50-minute drive away. Local shops in Brûlon, 9km away. All shops and services in Sablé sur Sarthe or Evron (20km). TGV station at Sablé sur Sarthe.

Near La Flèche (zoo and lake) and Baugé, close to the forest, restored gîte in a former railway station. Surface area: 150 m². Ground floor: Living room, dining room, sitting room with TV. Independent kitchen with dishwasher. wc. Upstairs: 3 bedrooms: Bedroom "Yellow" 2 beds 90, Bedroom "Green" 3 beds 90, Bedroom "White" 1 bed 120x140. A bathroom with shower. wc. Enclosed courtyard and private garden. Another 3-person gîte on site. The Voie Verte passes behind the gîtes.

Ground floor: living room with kitchen area, dishwasher, dining area, sitting area with 1 x 90cm bed. First floor (access to bedroom by spiral staircase): 1 bedroom with 2 single beds - Shower room with wc. Enclosed courtyard and private garden. Green lane behind the gîte.

A haven of peace in north-east Anjou: rest and originality guaranteed! This contemporary air-conditioned yurt (the first of its kind in the Pays de la Loire region), located in Chigné, is an ideal holiday destination for families or friends. Your stay will be the perfect opportunity to discover the local treasures: La Flèche zoo 20 minutes away, Château du Lude 10 minutes away, Baugé (with its apothecary and château) 20 minutes away, Saumur (with its château, famous "Cadre Noir" and numerous wine appellations) 40 minutes away and Angers and Le Mans (with its 24 hours of Le Mans) 1 hour away. The yurt opens onto a dining room with a fully-equipped open-plan kitchen (hob, microwave, dishwasher, etc.) and a lounge. 2 bedrooms are available: the first with a 140 cm x 200 cm bed and the second with 2 90 cm x 200 cm bunk beds. Shower room with hydromassage shower and separate WC. Terrace with garden furniture in front of the yurt. The outside will delight young and old alike! Relaxation chalet with sofa, TV, table football, darts, summer kitchen with second fridge, gas griddle and second set of garden furniture. A private SPA is available as an optional extra: €6 per hour per person. Children's play equipment: swing, sandpit, slide and even a homemade cocoon for the little ones to nestle in! Another open-plan chalet with a lounge area is ideal for sheltering from the sun while enjoying the view outside! All-inclusive package: beds made on arrival, bathroom linen provided, end-of-stay cleaning and electricity. Béatrice and Alain will be delighted to advise you on the many things to do in the surrounding area: wine tasting at Gratien & Meyer or Bouvay Ladubay in the Saumur region, a trip on the Loire in a "toue cabanée" with Fais moi cygne or a visit to L'Arche de la nature near Le Mans.

Discover our 120 m² luxury villa, built in a sustainable way with local craftsmen to minimise its environmental impact. By choosing a luxury ecolodge, you can enjoy moments of relaxation in top-of-the-range facilities while respecting nature and the environment. What's more, you'll be helping to develop the local economy. Facilities : - Outdoor therapeutic Jacuzzi (5 places) - Infrared sauna (sleeps 4) - Large 28 m² terrace with bioclimatic pergola - 2 large bedrooms (over 18 m²) - 2 Italian-style showers - Fully equipped kitchen - Connected TV, wifi - Linen, towels and bathrobes provided - Electric vehicle charging point (free) - Relaxation area with outdoor brazier - Barbecue area Olivia and Mathieu are part of the Slowlydays collective, which embodies the values of the Mayenne region: kindness, sharing, ethics, eco-responsibility and locality to give you a great human experience. Find out more about them.

The two races and the two walking routes are organised by the Jogging des Coëvrons association. Runners and walkers will be able to explore a unique landscape shaped by the mining industry, which is still in operation. Programme for the day: 22 km race: start at 9.15 am, elevation gain 500 m 12 km race: start at 9.30 am, elevation gain 300 m Collecting race numbers: from 7.30 am until 30 minutes before the start. Start and finish: Kabylie – 53600 Voutré A prize for all those registered for either race. Registration deadline: Thursday 17 September 2026 Walk: 2 routes of 5 and 10 km, free of charge. Group start at 9.00 am. Online registration

Alain Vernholes has a story to tell about each of the 500 trees he has planted on his Boiscordes property in Rémalard: from the fruit of the service tree that has to be digested by birds in order to germinate, to the cross-fertilisation of two varieties of elms to create a hybrid resistant to the Dutch Elm Disease which decimated the entire European population of elms, to how he managed to bring back seeds and young plants from his travels in the Americas, Asia and throughout Europe. Take a tour guided by Alain Vernholes and enjoy the glorious autumn colours in his arboretum.

The Estate has an interest of art and history because of its typical evolution of a large land area in the Perche from the 17th to the 19th century. Few castles in the Perche can be proud of the signing of many architects and landscape renowned as Lonné.

The Chèreperrine castle is a vestige of an impressive mansion from the 18th century, built by the Marquise des Alleurs, mistress of the Grand Dauphin. Partially destroyed by a fire in 1925, only the central part remains. A chapel shelters a beautiful trompe l'oeil from the 19th century. Guided tour of the chapel and the ice house (1757).

In an authentic Percheron setting, and after a warm welcome near the mill, set off with Michel to meet a dozen or so horses of all ages, while you listen to the stories of a genuine Perche "breeder". Michel is always happy to share his expert knowledge and you can't help but feel his passion…

Manor from the 14th and 16th century (the oldest of the Perche region). Stronghold from the Hundred Years' War, embellished under Louis XII and Henri IV, but aslo partly destroyed. Dungeon, 2 towers, portcullis unique in France. A Galery from the Renaissance periode, 2 stairs from Henri IV and an amazing fireplace. Tour of the inside and of the outside.

Since 2010, the gardens have been laid down around buildings that are currently being restored and are typical of the Perche region, including a 15th and 16th century manor house, a farm house, seigniorial barn, stables and pigsties, bakery, hemp oven and covered well. The garden has been adapted to the buildings and their uses, with a vegetable garden and orchard, preserving traditional Perche cider and eating apples near the communal areas, a medieval medicinal plant garden near the manor house, an osmanthus and grass broderie, a collection of ornamental cherry trees, oak, lime trees and hawthorn. Over 300 vintage and botanical roses, a collection of peonies and magnolias. The garden is continually changing, and year after year its form and structure emerges. There are non-guided visits, but a guide is available on request.

Castle from the 17th and 18th century. Outside tour only.

In a contemporary building bearing the French High Quality Environmental Standard label, come and taste our cider, apple juice, Pommeau and Calvados. Family-run 22-hecatre estate of cider apple orchards since 1990, organic farming. Shop with column still. Video ‘cider of the past and present’ (20 min) in French and English. Tasting session: cider, apple juice, Trahant liqueur, cider jam, Calvados. Shop. Fête du Cidre during the last weekend of October.

At the edge of the centuries-old Bellême forest, come and discover our vintage ciders, certified organic and AOP Cidre du Perche. Let yourself be guided on a tour that will take you from the deep roots of cider to its sweet effervescence. One-hour guided tour by appointment, including a visit to the orchard and cellar, and tasting of cider and apple juice. On-site sales by appointment.

Built on former sarcophagus in the beginning of the 12th century. Built in sandstone and granite, on a rocky promontory. Frescos from the 12th and 14th centuries, restored in 2006. Nearby, in a vast grassland, The Saint-Cénéri little chapel (15th century) on the site of the Saint ermite’s oratory. Stained glasse created in 2007 by Cathy Van Hollebeke. The church is open every day through the year. The chapel is open from Juin to September (call before coming).

Restaurant with grocery section and bar. Snack bar on Friday evenings. Open Monday to Friday lunchtimes and weekends by prior arrangement.

In the heart of the remarkable village of Cossé-en-Champagne, Marie and her husband Christian offer traditional, tasty cuisine made from local produce. You can find these local products at the Epicerie, where you can enjoy them again and again, and take a little bit of the Mayenne home with you. > The restaurant will be open for lunch every day, as well as on Thursday and Friday evenings. Reservations required for meals on Saturday evenings only. On Sundays, the restaurant will be open from 9.30am to 1.30pm, with a takeaway meal option. > We will also be offering newspapers and parcel delivery, as well as a small grocery shop for everyday needs.

Just off the Voie Verte, discover traditional French cuisine and themed evenings: couscous/paëlla/sauerkraut/cassoulet. Group bookings only

The "Guinguette au coin de la rue" welcomes you every Friday evening and Saturday morning from the end of April to the end of August, in a semi-cozy space nestling in the shadow of our church steeple, a stone's throw from the Au coin de la rue bistro (place Adam Becker in Blandouet). As well as picturesque lanterns, pennants and small fences, the usual ingredients of our late afternoons and evenings will be on hand: good humour, nibbles and liquids of all kinds and for all tastes.

Come to taste some crêpes or galettes in a familial atmosphere, in the heart of a garden and near a mansion suggesting bed and breakfast.

L'Etoile des Routiers is a restaurant offering quality French cuisine using local produce. We are known for our warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Discover the creaminess of wild and cultivated vegetables, fruit and plants. Always local and in season, made fresh and served with their delicacies. Let yourself be taken in by the tastes, flavours and colours, some of them surprising. LAtypique is located at the start of the magnificent Vaulandry biodiversity trail. Just a few kilometres from La Flèche zoo and close to the Vélobuissonère, where you can quench your thirst in the peace and quiet of the Bauge countryside.

Traditional cuisine is served for lunch on weekdays Full menu at €14 (starter, dish of the day, cheese and dessert). On-site: bar, tobacconist, Française des Jeux. Home-made pizza on the premises, or to take away on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Furnished apartment in saint Vincent sur Jard

The site can accommodate weddings, birthdays, seminars, reunions, family gatherings, etc. in grounds of over 1 hectare. The stone reception room, with its large fireplace (equipped with a spit burner) and semi-professional kitchen, can seat 130 people. The gite sleeps 89, including 3 bedrooms accessible to people with reduced mobility and 14 bathrooms. On-site activities: petanque pitch, outdoor human table football, hiking trails, dancing, outdoor laser game, etc. Possibility of hiring a sound system (€200/weekend). Free water and firewood.

Welcome to the gîte de la Bardinière, separate from the main house. The gîte can accommodate 5 people in 2 bedrooms. It is fully equipped to make you feel at home, in a totally peaceful natural setting. You'll be close to the Lande et cours d'eau cycling circuit.

Total relaxation in this little gatehouse in Clefs - Baugé en Anjou is ideally located for your holiday; 40km from Angers, 35km from Saumur, and close to the Sarthe and Touraine regions. You can discover La Flèche zoo, 5 minutes away by car and 25 minutes by bike, the châteaux of the Loire, the vineyards... For lovers of hiking and cycling, a greenway (La Vélobuissonnière) runs alongside the house. It takes you either to La Flèche (6km) or Baugé en Anjou (9km). A gatehouse suitable for a family: 2 adults and 1 or even 2 children. Fully equipped kitchen, living room and two bedrooms (shower room in master bedroom). No wifi or television, so you can enjoy a disconnected stay and/or weekend. You can listen to the birdsong and observe nature. The house has a garden.

Situated close to the Voie Verte, these 2 guest rooms sleep 4 people in comfort.

La ferme de Nat is located in the village of Broc en Anjou, on the borders of the Sarthe and Touraine regions. Sleeps 22.