The 27th Paris-Brest cycle race starts on 20th August 2023. This year, 6810 riders have registered to participate in this gruelling event. Held every 4 years, the course is 1,200 km long and must be completed in less than 90…
Did you know that Pontmain in the Mayenne is the 2nd most visited shrine in France? Every year, on the 17th January and on the Feast of Assumption (15th August), thousands of pilgrims make their way to this tiny village…
1) CAP FORM LOISIRS : Ten Pin Bowling and indoor Go-Karting Looking for activities for a rainy day in the Mayenne? Keep the kids happy and dry at this indoor centre. Adrénaline junkies can race each other at speeds of up…
Did you know that the Mayenne department is home to an impressive number of châteaux, 279 to be exact! That’s one chateau for every 18.5km². Most are privately owned, but many are open to the public. So there’s no shortage…
Since the invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces in February 2022, we have welcomed nearly 500 Ukrainian refugees in the Mayenne. Currently, there are approximately 190 who remain in the department. English-speakers volunteer In the spring of 2022, as the…
Looking for an English electrician in the Mayenne? Then let me introduce you to Mr Paul Punchard! Paul now lives in Laval, Mayenne but his first home in the Mayenne was an old farmhouse in Deux-Evailles. Paul’s work takes him…
What you need to know about the anti-waste laws in France: The AGEC (anti-gaspillage pour une économie circulaire) law was passed on 10 February 2020. Amongst other things, it’s aims are mainly: Today, several measures are already part of the…
The history of why the French give lily of the valley can be traced back to Roman times. The Romans celebrated, at the beginning of May, the Floralia, in honor of Flora, goddess of flowers. The Floralia was held between April 28…
Looking for an English hairdresser in the Mayenne? “Hair by Maxine” hair salon is ready to welcome you for appointments in Hercé 53120. Open on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturdays 10am-3pm (other appointments outside these hours available on request). Well-known local,…
Looking to enjoy some outdoor activities in Laval during the holidays? Located in the Square de Boston in the centre of Laval The Halte Fluviale offers leisure activities on land and river! You can rent pedal boats and electric/motorboats (without…
