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Full day and half day trips

Here are a few of our suggestions to suit every taste.

A Day in Alençon

One full day's visit will barely give you enough time to pack everything in, including a visit to Saint Thérèse's birthplace and to appreciate four centuries of beautiful lace needlepoint.

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For heritage lovers

We were spoilt for choice when putting together our suggestions for this itinerary ! Essay, Sées, the town of bishops, and Carrouges Castle are not to be missed….

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For nature lovers

If you fancy being out in the fresh air, surrounded by nature, this is the one for you. Enjoy the panoramic view from the summit of Perseigne forest before meandering down to the banks of the river Sarthe and ending up in the gardens of La Mansonière in the village of Saint Céneri-le-Gérei.

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For lovers of tradition

Begin the day with a trip to a traditional outdoor market to get you in the mood before exploring our local agricultural traditions from the early 20th century. You never know, you might come back wearing locally made clogs….. !

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For lovers of good food

In this area, we really know how to enjoy the finer things in life. Why not taste them for yourself ?

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For art lovers

This area provides inspiration for numerous artists and is also the home of the world renowned Alençon lace needlepoint technique. Spend a day exploring our wonderful art treasures.

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For something completely different….

How about visiting a museum dedicated to cycling, admiring the bicycles and racing jerseys ? You can even press a button and there you are, in the saddle, going headlong down a mountain slope ! Follow this by meeting the owners of a beautiful historical property, who will be delighted to show you their home, focussing on its amazing history and its restoration. How's that for variety ?

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A day of relaxation

Why not go mountain biking from the base at the Ramblers Centre before spending the afternoon relaxing by the lake at Le Mêle-sur-Sarthe - do as much or as little as you want !

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In each itinerary, distances are given in kilometres and are given as a guide.