There is a temporary display of 10 cars ONLY. The ticket costs 8 Euros for 10 min temporary museum. They said they are working on a renovation during the summer, but of course they still charge the same exact amount as a normal day ticket. So save yourself the driving experience and just watch the photos here. THAT'S ALL. The receptionist were friendly and told us it would take 30 min. But honestly everything could be seen in 5-10 min only.

We visited the museum during an especially long red flag at the 24 hours of Le Mans race (at around midnight). An excellent decision given the rich history within the museum. It covers historical fact about some of the great names in the sport (Ford, Ferrari, Bugatti, Ickx). Shows antique cars/vehicles with some history of the development of automobiles in Europe, and then of course, decades of actual cars and championship cars from the races themselves. We could have spent more time just gazing into the vehicles and enjoying the atmosphere, but the race was restarting. This would be an awesome place to visit on a non race day just to wander and look.

While I don't typically follow sports cars or the Le Mans tour, this museum's uniqueness is undeniable. It's packed with incredible sporting cars, showcasing vehicles from the 24h Le Mans and other races. I found it truly amazing and well worth the visit.

At the moto GP 24 h circuit we visited the museum. Big ques as the racing was on and record numbers attended. The museum is brilliant we loved the whole experience. Very well run with such big numbers. Facilities are good and accessible The gift shop has some lovely gift ideas and memorabilia bring your credit card it's pricey...

Small temporary exhibition, but with some incredible cars over two floors. Access to the track is a must when you visit - try finding a day with a track day so you have something to watch.

Lovely and fascinating museum. Homage is given to the founding family, of the motor car industry in France and motoring hero’s over the years. Well worth a visit.

A dream come true for any motorsport fan! The museum is a treasure trove of Le Mans history, showcasing legendary cars and the evolution of the iconic 24-hour race. However, I’d recommend contacting the museum beforehand—sometimes there are track days, and general visitors may not be allowed on the track, only in the museum. Plan ahead to make the most of your visit!

(Translated by Google) Magnificent weekend on a legendary site. Thank you to the volunteers, but also to the attentive and present security agents. Looking forward to next year. (Original) Magnifique week-end sur un site mythique. Merci aux bénévoles, mais également les agents de sécurité a l'écoute et bien présent. Vivement l'année prochaine.

(Translated by Google) Worse than previous years (Original) Moins bien que les années précédentes

(Translated by Google) Manifique all these creations, is plants, flowers, lots of people. Great (Original) Manifique toutes ces créations, est des plantes, fleurs, beaucoup de monde. Super

(Translated by Google) The sharing of the inhabitants of the Cité Plantagenêt, and their kindness. 💙🤍❤ (Original) Le partage des habitants de la Cité Plantagenêt, et leur gentillesse. 💙🤍❤

La Nuit des Chimères is famous for its mesmerizing nighttime light projections, but visiting during the day offers a different experience. Without the illuminated displays, you can explore the historic streets of Le Mans' Cité Plantagenêt at your own pace, appreciating the medieval architecture and ambiance in natural daylight. While the magic of the night is missing, the charm of the old town still makes it a worthwhile visit.

La Nuit des Lumières turns the old city into a stage walls glow, statues whisper, and suddenly history has better lighting than you do. A stroll becomes theatre, and you’re in it.

Truly amazing presentation, our first night was rained off, second night some rain and and cold. But third attempt was perfect clear sky and not too busy. The faces in the trees really are worth the visit alone, when you climb the steps and look right to see the face staring back is amazing experience. Can not praise it enough saw it in one of its first years and coming back it looses nothing.

Living in Le Mans, we have the chance to see the this event every year. They have changed many things in 2025 and it's really beautiful. You must see that everywhere in the old city (in summer time up to September)

Amazing experience and well worth a visit. We went with our 2 children (9&13) whilst staying nearby. The display at the back of the cathedral was amazing. Worth a late night !

Beautiful experience, the monk in the elevator at point B was the best in our opinion really nice. Only feedback : more boxes, the music really makes the experience, but it was really hard to hear.

This was so cool. I think many towns should do something like this. It made the journey of old town Lyon so enjoyable even on a rainy evening.

La Nuit des Chimères is known for its stunning nighttime light projections, but visiting during the day offers a different perspective. Without the illuminated spectacle, you can appreciate the historic beauty of Le Mans' Cité Plantagenêt in its natural state. The medieval architecture and charming streets still make for an enjoyable visit, even if the magic of the night is missing

Beautiful cathedral with the outside spectacular on the side of the large square and a bit dull on the other side. Construction began in the 11th century in the Romanesque style, of which the nave and some stained glass windows remain. In the 13th century, large Gothic extensions were made. There are many beautiful stained glass windows. Most striking is the 13th century Lady Chapel dedicated to the Virgin Mary.. It was built by Queen Berengaria, widow of Richard the Lionheart, for which she got permission to break through the outer wall. On the ceiling is a concert of angel musicians, and there are beautiful stained glass windows with sometimes funny details (look good)

Breathtaking in both its size and beauty. We only had a quick visit here but you could spend hours looking at all the architecture and details it has. The area around the Cathedral is also very charming. Just remember this is France so pick your day if you want shops etc to be open.

Nice cathedral, especially watching it from the bottom with a very special perspective.

Truly a stunning looking Cathedral, especially the massive flying buttresses. We walked around to get views from every angle, but did not enter. In addition to the buttresses which I found to be its most distinguishing feature, this cathedral has rich carvings around the main entranceway, which are seem in the film De Bergerac with Girard Depardieu (where he had a fight scene). We also found two roman menhirs propped up against the walls in a hidden corner off to the side.

It's huge! No one shaking a 'tin', no shop just a moment of quiet contemplation in a room with amazing glass stained windows. Added bonus, when it's warm, it's a cool building in all meanings of the word. We had an amazing lunch in Cafe du Jet D'Eau.

Amazing place to visit, beautiful windows and architecture. Be respectful in the vicinity of the Cathedral, but enjoy the place. There are written guides in several different languages available to help you understand the history of the building. There is also an exhibition explaining the history and development of the Cathedral. This place has important history and is very much part of the history of Nomandy France and Britain.

When we pay €21.50 we may say that we expect something from this park, sadly there are very bad and slow operations, it was a busy day so pump up the speed from loading and unloading the attractions.. staff (mostly children) does not look interested in their job. Many parts from the park look like they can use a lot of love from the owner, go for it! To the owner after his professional reaction: we understand that the core business are children and families, but as coaster, themepark and funfair lover we are visiting (little) parks all over the world, and we had this feeling like I explained. But hey, thanks for the reaction 👍 and we only place this comments to make your park better! See you in a few years when (or if) you have more rides like Cyclone! Have a nice day! Kim.

Lovely place for families and plenty to do. Circus was an added bonus too. Really recommend this theme park

A great day out for the entire family. This little park has 4 Roller Coasters, and a diverse selection of other rides.

Good park for younger children - age 6-10/11. Park was quite busy on a Monday in August, waiting around 20minutes for the busy rides. Food and drink very expensive but that is always the case. It is quite expensive in my op opinion but I think if you aim to spend the full day there then it may be worth it. Has a swimming pool/slides so don’t forget costumes if you want to do this. Also has the slowest train ride I’ve ever seen.

Excellent fun park for our 9 and 3-year olds. Quality rides, friendly and attentive staff, with a 30min big tent show as well. Tired our children out, and us.

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Love this place. Ideal rides for 4 year old, queues never too long (other than stupid system for food!), lovely and clean and always welcoming.

There is a temporary display of 10 cars ONLY. The ticket costs 8 Euros for 10 min temporary museum. They said they are working on a renovation during the summer, but of course they still charge the same exact amount as a normal day ticket. So save yourself the driving experience and just watch the photos here. THAT'S ALL. The receptionist were friendly and told us it would take 30 min. But honestly everything could be seen in 5-10 min only.

We visited the museum during an especially long red flag at the 24 hours of Le Mans race (at around midnight). An excellent decision given the rich history within the museum. It covers historical fact about some of the great names in the sport (Ford, Ferrari, Bugatti, Ickx). Shows antique cars/vehicles with some history of the development of automobiles in Europe, and then of course, decades of actual cars and championship cars from the races themselves. We could have spent more time just gazing into the vehicles and enjoying the atmosphere, but the race was restarting. This would be an awesome place to visit on a non race day just to wander and look.

While I don't typically follow sports cars or the Le Mans tour, this museum's uniqueness is undeniable. It's packed with incredible sporting cars, showcasing vehicles from the 24h Le Mans and other races. I found it truly amazing and well worth the visit.

At the moto GP 24 h circuit we visited the museum. Big ques as the racing was on and record numbers attended. The museum is brilliant we loved the whole experience. Very well run with such big numbers. Facilities are good and accessible The gift shop has some lovely gift ideas and memorabilia bring your credit card it's pricey...

Small temporary exhibition, but with some incredible cars over two floors. Access to the track is a must when you visit - try finding a day with a track day so you have something to watch.

Lovely and fascinating museum. Homage is given to the founding family, of the motor car industry in France and motoring hero’s over the years. Well worth a visit.

A dream come true for any motorsport fan! The museum is a treasure trove of Le Mans history, showcasing legendary cars and the evolution of the iconic 24-hour race. However, I’d recommend contacting the museum beforehand—sometimes there are track days, and general visitors may not be allowed on the track, only in the museum. Plan ahead to make the most of your visit!

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Super cool

Beautifull to get lost in

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(Translated by Google) Very fun place for children and discovery (Original) Lieu très ludique pour les enfants et de découverte

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful place to visit in the heart of nature (Original) Très beau lieu à visiter en pleine nature

A beautiful peaceful place to visit just on the edge of the city. All the staff were friendly and helpful. The information panels all have an English translation on them and the kitchen garden is interesting. Look out for their special events, unfortunately I hadn't and consequently have missed out on one I would have loved to go to there. Plenty of, shady, parking and thoughtful layout for the less mobile of us!

The Royal Abbey of Épau, located near Le Mans, is a stunning example of Cistercian architecture, founded in 1229 by Queen Berengaria of Navarre. The abbey features impressive Gothic design with soaring vaults and delicate details, reflecting the grandeur of its time. Visitors can explore its well-preserved cloisters, chapter house, and refectory, providing a glimpse into monastic life. The tranquil gardens add to the peaceful atmosphere. With its historical significance and architectural beauty, the abbey is a must-visit for history and architecture enthusiasts.

A beautiful old abbey where many interesting events take place. During Berengeria's time it was a church, but now people can visit the place anytime.

A very underwhelming visit. The building is nice but it is a bit lacking in things to see. A lot of the rooms and the exhibits were closed when we were there. Expensive for what it is.

Nice place, But entry fees I felt quite high for the place.

The construction of the abbey was ordered by the wife of Richard Lionheart, yet nowadays little is left of the beauty this should have inspired. The abbey is a nice tranquil place outside of the business of le Mans, but a real abbey it is not. It was completely emptied during the French Revolution and never reinstated as an abbey. Nowadays everything is empty and to see an abbey here one will need some imagination. Luckily the information folder helps a bit with this, but it cannot fill the physical hole of missing things.

This is such an amazing but very tranquil place to visit. The simplicity of the architecture is breathtaking....you really should visit

Old place but beautiful close with the river.

It’s amazing!

Cool

A very interesting place to be

(Translated by Google) It is good to wander off the beaten track and discover the old postern, one of the entrances to Old Mans. Travelers with their suitcases climbed all the steps to reach their accommodation in the old town. 😁 (Original) Il est bon de déambuler hors des sentiers battus et de découvrir la vieille poterne, une des entrées du Vieux Mans. Des voyageurs avec leurs valises ont grimpé toutes les marches pour rejoindre leur hébergement dans la vieille ville. 😁

(Translated by Google) Millennia of history are clearly visible on these remarkably preserved walls. They encircle the old city and overlook the river banks. (Original) Millenni di storia ben visibili su queste mura straordinariamente conservate. Esse cingono la città vecchia e si affacciano sulle rive del fiume.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful ancient ramparts dating from the 4th century. A dozen of the forty towers built, a gate, and three posterns are still visible. Worth a visit. (Original) Très beaux remparts antiques datant du 4ème siècle. Sont encore visibles une douzaine de tours sur les quarante construites, un porte et trois poternes. A voir.

Very nice park in two halves make sure you co through the tunnel or arch to the others idea. Weddings aplenty havomg photos when we visited. Suffers from lack of maintenence in some places but still worth the visit.

Pretty park with an amazing play area for children. Beware of the public toilets!

Its a wonderful garden

Beautiful gardens. Great place for a picnic. Children's playground. Snacks and ice cream available. The pond and the huge fish are a must see!

Amazing park, calm and peaceful. It has a little shop where you cash buy ice creams

Nice flowers and peaceful place. Not good for pic-nic or music or friendly activities tho.

Gorgeous park Many art and water features. Perfect for a quick run .6k good to loop around.

It was half empty due to arrangement of upcoming exhibitons. The history of le mans part has fine. Also free to enter.

Always worth a visit. Always a new twist on their displays.

Entry was free. Had guided devices however only in french. However still very interesting.

A nice charming museum with some history of Le Mans and the surrounding Maine region. However, it would be better if the displays were also translated to English for international visitors.

Nice museum, much larger than it appears from the front. Free entry.

I went to this museum specifically to learn about the Plantagenets. Despite the name "Carré Plantagenet" there is surprisingly little about them. I did enjoy the exhibits on the Roman period in France. Pet peeve: cultural institutions that receive financial support from EU taxpayers should make an effort to provide language support in languages other than French and English.

Interesting artifacts from the past on show and history of the Plantaganist period. Free entry, has public toilets available.

Even though the Office de Tourisme Le Mans Métropole was closed, it was still worth stopping by to see the city name cutout. A simple yet striking feature, it adds a nice touch to the area and makes for a great photo spot!

Hey Le Mans, why do you hate dogs so much? I'm honestly curious! x

They know what is happening on the daily and can guide you to spots in and out of the city!

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Extremely friendly and super helpful!

Very helpful place

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Our trip did not afford us the time to enter so we only saw this museum from the outside.

Musée de Tessé is a charming and well curated museum that offers a peaceful and enriching visit. The building itself is beautiful and gives the experience a refined atmosphere from the moment you step inside. The layout is clear and easy to follow and the rooms are bright enough to make each collection stand out. The staff is welcoming and helpful and they are happy to answer questions or offer information about the exhibits. Their presence adds a nice touch and makes the visit smoother and more enjoyable. The permanent collections are interesting and cover a good range of periods, with several pieces that capture your attention for their detail and historical value. The Egyptian section is a pleasant surprise and is presented with care. Temporary exhibitions are varied and often very well put together which makes the museum worth revisiting. If I had to mention one thing, some explanations could be more detailed for visitors who enjoy deeper context, especially in the older sections. Overall Musée de Tessé is a calm and rewarding place to explore whether you are spending a few hours in Le Mans or you live nearby. A solid cultural stop that I would gladly recommend.

Very nice staff at the front desk free admission the Egyptian exhibit is quite interesting free audio guide, which helps temporary exhibit has nothing in English, so really couldn’t get much out of it if you’re in the area it’s definitely worth a stop since there’s no charge and they have some interesting paintings I’m sure there’s something for everyone.

Awesome collection of painting and sculptures. The entrance was free. There are Egyptian artifacts in the basement. It's a multi level museum. The entrance is free.

lovely little museum in the small town of Le Mans. If you are in Le Mans, be sure to visit this museum. Free entry

Very nice museum, audio guide is very interesting. Had a great time. Great little park around too.

I freely admit we ended up in this museum by mistake (confusing it with the archaeological museum) but I loved it! We went on a Sunday, so it only cost 2.50 to get it and we had the place to ourselves. I enjoyed the paintings in the galleries but the highlight were the Egyptian 'tombs' in the basement. Such a lovely recreation and really atmospheric. They also have an original book of the dead, canoptic jars and sarcophagi! Loved it!

(Translated by Google) 4th museum of the city of Le Mans, this one brings together ceramics and paintings by artists who painted Le Mans, if you want to see the city in the 9th century you are in the right place, plus the building is magnificent! (Original) 4e musée de la ville du Mans, celui-ci regroupe des céramiques et tableaux d'artistes ayant peint le mans, si vous voulez voir la ville au IX siècle vous êtes au bonne endroit, en plus le bâtiment est magnifique !

(Translated by Google) The welcome is very friendly (a great setting, whether outside or inside) the works and architecture are very well preserved. You learn a lot of things by going there. I recommend! (Original) L'accueil est très sympathique (un super cadre, que ce soit l'extérieur ou l'intérieur) les œuvres et l'architecture sont très bien conservées. On apprend beaucoup de choses en y allant. Je recommande !

(Translated by Google) Very nice museum A must see The receptionist is very friendly (Original) Tres joli musée A voir absolument La personne de l accueil est très sympathique

(Translated by Google) very nice museum, the staff is very pleasant (Original) très joli musée, le personnel est très agréable

(Translated by Google) If you like paintings on the Sarthe, this place is for you. Otherwise pretty pottery. (Original) Si vous aimez sur les tableaux sur la Sarthe se lieux est fait pour vous. Sinon joli poterie.

(Translated by Google) Very pretty museum whose museography improves year after year and is renewed quite often. Perfect for exhibitions of local artists or those who have passed through Sarthe. The €5 ticket still seems a bit expensive to me. (Original) Très joli musée dont la muséographie s'améliore année après année et se renouvelle assez souvent. Parfait pour des expositions d'artistes locaux ou étant passés par la Sarthe. Le billet à 5 € me paraît tout de même un peu cher.

(Translated by Google) An excellent welcome, a charming museum, very low entry price. We visited it as a family (children aged 11, 9 and 6). We stayed for around 1h30, and were able to discover artists (mostly painters) from the region who wonderfully illustrate Le Mans and its region. (Original) Un excellent accueil, un musée charmant, prix de l'entrée très bas. Nous l'avons visité en famille (enfants de 11, 9 et 6 ans). Nous sommes restés environ 1h30, et avons pu découvrir des artistes (peintres en majorité) de la region qui illustrent à merveille Le Mans et sa région.

beautiful old church just off the main road through town. worth a quick visit, Gothic style architechture similar to Notre Dame in Paris

Visited the city of Le Mans for one day on the way to Spain and it was very nice to see this, was not busy at all do to the day and we could take the time to admire all

Gorgeous wedding in ND de la Couture!

(Translated by Google) Sublime building, the columns are decorated and the place is charming. (Original) Sublime édifice, les colonnes sont décorées et le lieu est charmant.

(Translated by Google) Another beautiful historic religious building but this one is open and can be visited so it is really worth seeing, lots of interesting offers for everyone, artists, history lovers and art lovers. Google leads to the back entrance, the front one can be seen in one of the photos. (Original) Następny przepiękny zabytkowy obiekt sakralny ale ten otwarty i możliwość zwiedzenia a więc naprawdę warto zobaczyć, mnóstwo ciekawych propozycji dla każdego, artystów, miłośników historii a także sztuki. Google prowadzi do tylnego wejscia przednie widać na jednym z zdjęć.

(Translated by Google) The church is incredible. Just come and see (Original) Церква неймовірна. Просто прийдіть та подивіться

(Translated by Google) A church worth visiting. Highly recommended. (Original) Iglesia digna de visitar. Muy recomendable.

There is a temporary display of 10 cars ONLY. The ticket costs 8 Euros for 10 min temporary museum. They said they are working on a renovation during the summer, but of course they still charge the same exact amount as a normal day ticket. So save yourself the driving experience and just watch the photos here. THAT'S ALL. The receptionist were friendly and told us it would take 30 min. But honestly everything could be seen in 5-10 min only.

We visited the museum during an especially long red flag at the 24 hours of Le Mans race (at around midnight). An excellent decision given the rich history within the museum. It covers historical fact about some of the great names in the sport (Ford, Ferrari, Bugatti, Ickx). Shows antique cars/vehicles with some history of the development of automobiles in Europe, and then of course, decades of actual cars and championship cars from the races themselves. We could have spent more time just gazing into the vehicles and enjoying the atmosphere, but the race was restarting. This would be an awesome place to visit on a non race day just to wander and look.

While I don't typically follow sports cars or the Le Mans tour, this museum's uniqueness is undeniable. It's packed with incredible sporting cars, showcasing vehicles from the 24h Le Mans and other races. I found it truly amazing and well worth the visit.

At the moto GP 24 h circuit we visited the museum. Big ques as the racing was on and record numbers attended. The museum is brilliant we loved the whole experience. Very well run with such big numbers. Facilities are good and accessible The gift shop has some lovely gift ideas and memorabilia bring your credit card it's pricey...

Small temporary exhibition, but with some incredible cars over two floors. Access to the track is a must when you visit - try finding a day with a track day so you have something to watch.

Lovely and fascinating museum. Homage is given to the founding family, of the motor car industry in France and motoring hero’s over the years. Well worth a visit.

A dream come true for any motorsport fan! The museum is a treasure trove of Le Mans history, showcasing legendary cars and the evolution of the iconic 24-hour race. However, I’d recommend contacting the museum beforehand—sometimes there are track days, and general visitors may not be allowed on the track, only in the museum. Plan ahead to make the most of your visit!