Category History & Heritage

History & Heritage

Pontmain and the vision of “Our Lady of Pontmain”

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…

Mayenne53
August 19, 2023

History & Heritage

Looking for châteaux to visit in the Mayenne?

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…

Mayenne53
July 26, 2023