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Updated • updatedAug 20, 2025
Updated • updatedAug 20, 2025
Le Mans in 3 days
If you only have 3 days to spend in Le Mans, we’ve narrowed down the top places you should check out to get the best experience of your time here.
Le Mans combines a beautifully preserved medieval old town with its global fame as the host of the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race. Visitors can wander the cobbled streets of the Cité Plantagenêt, lined with half-timbered houses and the impressive Saint-Julien Cathedral. The city’s museums, including the Musée des 24 Heures, showcase both automotive history and local heritage. Its location in the Sarthe region also makes it a convenient base for exploring the surrounding countryside and riverside landscapes.
With favorites like Le Bistrot Des Gourmets, KFC, and LA BOÎTE A PIZZA Le Mans, we’ll make sure you don’t miss out on all the must sees. We even included some of our favorite food spots around the area, like KFC and Restaurant l'Auberge de Bagatelle so you can get the best taste of Le Mans while you’re here. To see our full list of food recommendations, check out our best restaurants post. If you're traveling on a budget, you can check out our cheap eats post.
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- Le Mans in 3 days
- Most popular attractions
- Proximity is everything
- Center of town
Day 1
Most popular attractions
For day 1, we strategically grouped the most popular attraction, Cathedral of Saint Julian of Le Mans, with surrounding point of interests to start your trip off with a bang. Combining the average time spent at each location and traveling time in between, it should fill up about 8 hours of your day.
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Elliot D — Google reviewThomas E — Google reviewCallum P — Google reviewDavid C — Google reviewJoe R — Google reviewMark C — Google reviewSteven H — Google review
Circuit des 24 Heures du Mans
4.7
(12914)
Car racing venue
The Circuit des 24 Heures du Mans is a legendary venue that has become synonymous with the iconic endurance race, the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Since its inception in 1923, this prestigious event has captivated motorsport enthusiasts around the globe, showcasing an extraordinary test of skill and endurance for both drivers and their vehicles. The circuit features a unique blend of permanent track and public roads, allowing fans to experience the thrill up close.
A dream come true. A beautiful track, record crowd (352k strong!) and a great show put on by the drivers and teams. Lovely atmosphere and city. A must if you’re a fan of endurance racing!
Seiya A — Google review
When I went the museum was not open, so there was a temporary exhibition on the Southern entrance of the circuit. You can visit the beautiful and iconic machines that lapped around the mythical circuit. The circuit is also available to visit, you can walk all the way up to the Dunlop.
Great experience as always, be careful though: reserving a spot in disabled parking does NOT reserve an actual spot in the parking (P7E) you choose.
This is not a joke and apparently “normal” according to the guard. What is normal though, is that their suppliers block several spots in disabled parking (I have photos of the trucks). ACO doesn’t seem to care about disabled people attending, sadly.
Massive thanks to the lady at P2A for helping me and letting me leave my car there when I explained the situation, and the guard at P2B for finding out she can help.
First time driving in France. As soon as the ferry landed at ostreheim, driving here was a doddle. One of the bucket list places now ticked. It's a must if your a petrol head. Some of the staff speak English. The museum shop is worth a browse. Will be back one day! Thanks to all the staff for there guidance, even though my broken French!
Interesting museum. Unfortunately, our visit coincided with a lot of external building work around the outside of the museum. The shop was closed and there didn't appear to be cafe, just some vending machines. However, the museum is very well laid out and interesting.
Lemans classic was a really good event, stayed in Bejour campsite and it was a little walk but the bust made it easy. Good racing all weekend and a very well run event so much to see. Food was available regularly and drinks too, we did struggle to find water in the campsite but once found was easy to get, car access was easy but could que if you was in rear of campsite. Good event all tickets done by phone app
A top museum to visit if your into cars / bikes and the history of Le Mans. Easy access for everyone. Reasonable prices, nice shop. Small vending machine and coffee after but no real food available. Parking opposite the museum is free for cars and bikes. I would recommend visiting
Great place to visit and soak up the historic atmosphere of the 24h race. We were just passing through and managed to visit the museum, main circuit entrance and most importantly drive along the Muslanne straight in addition to Arnarge 😀
Pl. Luigi Chinetti, 72019 Le Mans, France•
1 min · 400 ft
2•Al T — Google reviewGraham T — Google reviewאסף ב — Google reviewAnn M — Google reviewEmmet D — Google reviewBernie K — Google reviewLegend S — Google review
Museum of the 24 Hours of Le Mans
4.6
(7932)
4.3
(990)
Temporarily Closed
Museum
History Museums
Specialty Museums
The Museum of the 24 Hours of Le Mans is a captivating showcase of the prestigious history of the Le Mans car race. With over 120 vehicles on display, including 40 race-cars that have competed in the event, this museum offers an immersive experience for enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. The collection features iconic cars like the Porsche 919, Moby Dick, and Mazda 787B. Visitors can also enjoy audiovisual displays and learn about various drivers and teams associated with the race.
Very cool museum experience, an incredible archive of automotive legends laid out very thoughtfully. We pre purchased tickets and went on a weekday afternoon and it was very quiet and enjoyable. You can appreciate all the decades of racing as you walk through the displays. Free parking across the street, the walk of the track you can probably live without unless you are a hardcore enthusiast, the museum is very cool.
J K — Google review
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!
9 Pl. Luigi Chinetti, 72100 Le Mans, France•
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6 min · 1.6 mi
3Will B — Google reviewPaul B — Google reviewStuart H — Google reviewRobbie S — Google reviewSean P — Google reviewJay S — Google reviewStephen H — Google review
Marie Marvingt Stadium
4.4
(2297)
Stadium
Lovely stadium. Went to see women's 6 nation rugby France vs Ireland. Great atmosphere.
Also worth reading up on Marie Marvingt', the woman after whom the stadium was named. Some woman for 1 woman!!
5881 R — Google review
Great way to spend the weekend at Le Mans 24 hr. Don't forget earbuds, a camping chair, and something for when it gets cooler in the evening.
Passed by when visiting the Le Mans MotoGP 2024
It was the 24hr Le Mans Centenary, walked down the track to the pits after the race, nuff said *****+
Neat, well build great for viewing sporting events.
Don't order the pizza, comes cold and they refuse to acknowledge it
I was only there to get my credentials for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and my Covid-19
Great fun
Chem. aux Bœufs, 72100 Le Mans, France•
10 min · 0.51 mi
4Jane L — Google reviewTravel M — Google reviewMahesh P — Google reviewJohn G — Google reviewLa K — Google reviewCadieu C — Google reviewStéphanie P — Google review
Antarès
4.4
(2971)
Performing arts theater
Sports complex
Antarès is a versatile indoor sports arena and cultural center in Le Mans, known for hosting basketball tournaments and pop concerts. It's conveniently located near public transportation, making it easily accessible for visitors. The venue has seen a variety of events, from musical concerts to sporting matches like MSB and Harlem Globetrotters. Appartement Henri II is one of the nearby accommodations offering city views and a quiet street atmosphere, just 6.9 km away from Antarès.
Fascinating collection of historic cars , not limited to only Le Mans racers.
Mike N — Google review
Might be ok for big music concerts but very soulless for the ballet which I went to see. Wanted to get a drink but long slow queue and wasn't impressed by the car parking situation. Who wants to walk through an unlit forest at night!! Not good. Don't think I'd go to another event here
Lighting is extremely problematic. Especially if you sit in front rows, all lights go in your eyes. They need to fix it, its not possible to enjoy a show like that
It's almost the city end, A smaller portion of 24 hr cirtute passes thru that area.Declothon also located at that place.
Google picture. If you attend the 24 hr Le Man the T2 tram drops you in the location which is East entrance to the circuit.
Match MSB
Super zone
Super
2 Av. Antarès, 72100 Le Mans, France•
9 min · 4.2 mi
5•Heidi D — Google reviewDani B — Google reviewВера К — Google reviewJames W — Google reviewMahesh P — Google reviewFloris H — Google reviewNot B — Google review
Royal Abbey of Epau
4.6
(2125)
4.3
(221)
Abbey
Sights & Landmarks
Historic Sites
The Royal Abbey of Epau, a 13th-century Cistercian abbey, has been meticulously restored and features stunning stone archways, stained glass windows, and well-manicured landscaping. This magnificent building exudes a powerful atmosphere and emphasizes beautiful architecture through its excellent maintenance. A recent visit featured a special Christmas light and sound installation that showcased both the old and new aspects of the abbey.
Really interesting. We had a guided tour in French and the guide gave interesting facts about the Abbey. There are lovely gardens to explore and a cafe that serves delicious, well presented meals. There are also the Candlelight concerts on certain evenings.
Jo — Google review
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
Rte de Changé, 72530 Yvré-l'Évêque, France•
12 min · 0.61 mi
6•Eimal M — Google reviewSou C — Google reviewGagny D — Google reviewRobbie S — Google reviewRobert J — Google reviewAurelie F — Google reviewMaika 1 — Google review
The Water House (Arche de la Nature)
4.4
(1280)
4.5
(238)
Temporarily Closed
Natural history museum
Nature & Parks
Park
Nature & Wildlife Areas
The Water House, also known as Arche de la Nature, offers a unique experience in natural history through various themed nature houses and farm creatures. Visitors can explore quiet woodland paths and rent bikes or canoes to fully immerse themselves in the natural surroundings. The museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the beauty of nature with minimal human interference.
Place to relax..to pass the afternoon
Aa W — Google review
It was not bad
Top 👍🏽
Super cool
Beautifull to get lost in
Super
(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
51 Rue de l'Estérel, 72100 Le Mans, France•
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Under a 5-minute walk from Antarès, here are a few close by recommendations for when you get hungry exploring around.
KFC
3.3
(2915)
1.9
(46)
affordable
Restaurant
KFC Le Mans Hunaudières is a fast food restaurant well known among chicken-fanciers. It's located between the turn at the red triangle and the first slowdown of Hunaudières, making it one of the few restaurants located inside the circuit's boundaries. The usual KFC menu is available here.
Awesome place! Perfect yummy fast food. Very fast and staff speak English! Nobody around can do this))) these guys work every day until 12am and believe me, if you are one step away from death without food, they are the only one who can save you in this hood!
Petr B — Google review
Perfect! They speak English and they were the only one who worked today even though it was federal holiday and everything was closed even supermarkets and gas stations! They literally saved us. We were starving and almost dead. Thank you to the team for running business and willing to WORK! We will make this place our 'go to' when we are here next time.
As you would expect from a KFC. Food was served prompt. This KFC has a drive through option. Food was hot. Staff friendly. Prices reasonable. Seating areas were clean. I would recommend. Parking is free and there is a seating area outside. One of the better ones in my opinion
Clean, tidy friendly staff who spoke English. One machine wasn't working, but the restaurant wasn't busy and tried another.
Food was horrible cold and hard will never eat here again tables upstairs all dirty not been cleaned food all over floor
Good place to sit and enjoy your meal.
There is also a nice area upstairs that's clean .Friendly staff
Saturday 17:15, the KFC is dirty AF! Clearly, the dirtiest place I eat this last 12 months.
The food: too salty, too greasy, too sugary (the ketchup).
To avoid!
The personnel is nice though.
Not too bad. The service was quick and friendly. The chicken had bruised bones. Makes you wonder at the quality of the ingredients.
Canton du Mans, 6, 72000 Le Mans, France•
Restaurant l'Auberge de Bagatelle
4.6
(1056)
4.5
(399)
expensive
Haute French restaurant
French restaurant
Restaurant l'Auberge de Bagatelle is a Michelin-starred gem located in a beautifully renovated old inn. Chef Jean-Sebastien Monne's creations are unforgettable, offering incredible value with the lunch Pleasure menu. The city itself is easily accessible from Paris and boasts a medieval charm, making it an ideal destination for food enthusiasts. Visitors have praised the pleasant dining experience, highlighting the attentive service staff and the exquisite wine selection presented by knowledgeable sommeliers.
A great restaurant visit! The restaurant has a nice vibe with warm colours and nice choices of material. Lots of space between tables so you feel comfortable. Food was very intricate; creative and interesting. Great wines paired with, very well presented by tye sommelier. We much enjoyed our visit!
T T — Google review
Excellent restaurant. Started with a quiet relaxation with apertif in the garden. Service was impeccable. The dishes imaginative and delicious. Highly recommended!
Super nice restaurant, very friendly service staff. Definitely to test !
Absolutely amazing!
Great atmosphere with awesome food and very friendly staff.
I brought a big group of clients to dine here during the weekend of Le Mans Classic. The team were exceptional. Super flexible with our plans, very attentive to our needs and nothing was too much trouble. A special mention to Elodie for dealing with my requests and changes, very helpful. The food tasted amazing and was presented beautifully. I would recommend anyone to dine here when they are visiting Le Mans - it is a very special place.
Everything was superb, starting with the food. All the dishes were fantastic. The service too was wonderful. We are very happy we came. Thank you!
Avoid this place at all costs! Very aggressive interaction with the chef after I sent a burnt steak back, which he’d agreed was bad quality meat so could not cook it to my medium well requirement. Opted for the same fish dish as my partner, which took over 20 mins to arrive, after cancelling the order with the waiter, it arrived but was the wrong dish so sent it back and ordered the bill. The chef wanted us to pay for the fish which I’d ordered, which was incorrect, and invited us into the kitchen to discuss. We explained what happened and he became aggressive, marched out of the kitchen shouting and tried kicking us out and saying don’t come back here. I insisted we pay for what we had. Much nicer places in Le Mans that are worthy of your money. €200+ euros lighter, left hungry, ruined anniversary, but with a story to tell!
One of the best meals of my life!
489 Av. Bollée, 72100 Le Mans, France•
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Jardin Gourmand
4.2
(703)
4.0
(345)
affordable
Brewery
Restaurant
Nestled just five minutes from the city center, Le Jardin Gourmand is a charming restaurant set in a former stable building that boasts an enchanting patio overlooking lush grounds. This delightful venue combines traditional French cuisine with modern touches, making it perfect for families and groups seeking local culinary experiences. The beautiful interiors feature wooden beamed ceilings, while the outdoor terrace invites you to enjoy aperitifs amidst lovely gardens.
Beautiful old style restaurant in superb surroundings. Outside terrace for apéritifs. Wooden beamed ceilings inside. Outside eating areas. Lovely gardens. Food is good quality. Price is ok for food and drink. Good customer service. Top!
Philip S — Google review
Although the place is really (I mean really) beautiful, both the inside and the outside, the meal is quite expensive. The place and the tastes still makes it a good restaurant
Brilliant. Amazing food and great wine. Wonderful staff who appreciated my rusty french! Would come again.
Very disappointing experience. We thought because it was in the Bonne Table Sarthoises we would be well fed and looked after but no, a terrible disappointment and bad value for money..😏
Good service great cuisine but difficult to find. Sat navigation gets it wrong.
Very friendly staff, excellent food and price is affordable.
Excellent
Nice place for a workshop
Rue de Bener, Lieu-dit Papea, 72530 Le Mans, France•
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Day 2
Proximity is everything
For day 2, we bundled attractions like Papéa Parc and Le Jardin des Plantes and other places within a close range, so that the time it takes to travel between all of them is less than one hour. Combined with the average time people spend there, your day should take about 7 hours.
1•Kim B — Google reviewNicola W — Google reviewKristian — Google reviewKate S — Google reviewAndrew U — Google reviewJoris M — Google reviewChris W — Google review
Papéa Parc
4.5
(12882)
4.0
(542)
Temporarily Closed
Amusement park
Water & Amusement Parks
Park
Theme Parks
Papéa Parc is an outdoor venue that offers a wide range of activities for visitors of all ages. For younger children, there's a small theme park with safe climbing areas, bouncy castles, carousels, and a petting zoo. Older kids can enjoy thrilling rides like rollercoasters, swing boats, log flumes, the Cyclone, and the Apache. The park also features a boating lake, waterpark with slides and swimming pool.
Wonderful little amusement park with many attractions. The biggest plus is that there are not many people! No need to wait to ride the attraction
Natalie M — Google review
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.
top top
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.
Lieu-Dit Neptune, 72530 Yvré-l'Évêque, France•
8 min · 2.6 mi
2•Sjb H — Google reviewKieran M — Google reviewShahabuddin A — Google reviewPhilip S — Google reviewJulieta P — Google reviewDébora T — Google reviewJoy W — Google review
Le Jardin des Plantes
4.5
(1916)
4.4
(111)
Garden
Nature & Parks
Le Jardin des Plantes is a stunning 19th-century botanical garden that spans an impressive 8 hectares, showcasing both French and English landscaping styles. This well-maintained urban oasis is perfect for family outings, offering ample space for children to play and plenty of benches along the winding paths for relaxation. Visitors can enjoy delightful encounters with local wildlife, including ducks, moorhens, and even the occasional heron.
If you're looking at the reviews an wondering if it's worth a visit, the answer is yes you should go there
The park is big and very diverse. Also there's a huge white fish in the pond!!!
Firas S — Google review
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.
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12 min · 0.6 mi
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Musée de Tesse
4.5
(857)
4.3
(119)
Museum
Specialty Museums
Nestled in the charming city of Le Mans, the Musée de Tesse is a delightful treasure trove for art and history enthusiasts alike. Housed in a former Episcopal palace, this venerable gallery boasts an impressive collection of classical French, Italian, and Flemish paintings alongside captivating artifacts from Ancient Egypt. The museum's Egyptian exhibit is particularly noteworthy; it features around 125 pieces donated by explorer Edouard de Montule in the early 19th century.
It was free to enter and has lots of good art pieces. Recommended :)
Beril T — Google review
Our trip did not afford us the time to enter so we only saw this museum from the outside.
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
Nice museum, and 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!
2 Av. de Paderborn, 72100 Le Mans, France•
7 min · 0.38 mi
4•Shashikant T — Google reviewSeimen B — Google reviewJohn S — Google reviewManucsn — Google reviewGraham T — Google reviewLouise C — Google reviewSjb H — Google review
Cathedral of Saint Julian of Le Mans
4.7
(3730)
4.6
(792)
Catholic cathedral
Sights & Landmarks
Church
Churches & Cathedrals
The Cathedral of Saint Julian of Le Mans is a magnificent Gothic masterpiece known for its stunning stained-glass collection, intricate flying buttresses, and impressive High Gothic choir. Located in the old town of Le Mans, this historical gem surprises visitors with its understated yet awe-inspiring exterior, featuring a sequence of bifurcating flying buttresses encircling the apse.
This is a truly stunning building and absolutely has to be visited to admire the amazing achievements of all concerned in its construction dating from the 4th to 15 centuries. As you enter the building then coldness hits you , I assume due to the thickness of the walls and not so much glass also it was close to winter when I visited . I walked around the building in complete awe of the impressiveness of such a building , the organ is just unbelievable , the alter is so impressive as is all the structural pillars lining the building . Entry and exit doors are massive . Simple wooden chair seating throughout the church . The stained glass windows are so impressive especially when the daylight radiates through them . Definitely worth a long visit .
Aidan M — Google review
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.
2 Pl. St Michel, 72000 Le Mans, France•
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Where to eat
Even the most seasoned adventurers need a break to chow down some food. Close to Cathedral of Saint Julian of Le Mans, these restaurants are about a 4-minute walk away.
Café Du Jet D'eau
4.2
(798)
affordable
Bar
Café Du Jet D'eau is a beloved local gem nestled next to the Cathedral, right at the base of the Escalier du Jet d'eau. This charming café holds a special place in the hearts of residents, especially after its triumphant reopening in 2015, which was met with much joy. It's an ideal spot for market-goers to unwind and soak up the vibrant atmosphere while enjoying a delightful lunch—don't miss out on their popular oysters!
Nice place☀️only after 19:00 you can't find coffee😉
Jelena A — Google review
Great location next to fountain/cathedral. Service was a bit stiff but efficient. Drink portions (we had a coffee and café frappé) were on the small side.
Really nice spot. The service was great. The staff friendly and efficient. Highly recommended !
Spent a few hours there with a few ciders, all ok until the waiter plonked a reservation sign on my table with no explanation, on enquiring I had 30 minutes to drink up, won’t be back there for sure. Rubbish. Had a lovely welcome at other establishments.
The place to be in a sunny weekend morning! And plenty of other times too!
I like the Moscow mule here. It's nice to sit outside when it's pleasant.
Good view of the town square near the museum and cathedral.
Very nice staff and fair prices with a beautiful view over the cathedral. Strongly recommended!!!
Place du Jet d'eau, 72000 Le Mans, France•
Chez Henri 1970
4.1
(503)
4.0
(392)
Permanently Closed
affordable
Restaurant
Chez Henri 1970 is a charming restaurant located in a vibrant area with numerous bistros and brasseries offering traditional dishes. The restaurant is known for its fresh products and excellent wine selection, particularly the hillsides of Layon. While the service may not always be fast, it is impeccable, reflecting the care taken in preparing the food. The beef dishes are especially delicious and tender, and the daily menu offers great value for money.
Charming small place. Pleasant staff and excellent food.
Patrick J — Google review
Enjoyable evening. Nice casual atmosphere and pleasant rural French dishes
fantastic place
(Translated by Google) The beef is delicious! Excellent cooking, so tender and tender! Cheese plate a little high price level (7€) for what is on the plate. Then the boss I think is perhaps a little too familiar, comfortable with customers giving nicknames (my darling, my princess, bichette and so on..) it may remain funny for a while but some customers may not like it. The restaurant is pretty.
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Le bœuf est exquis ! Cuisson excellente, tellement tendre et fondante ! Assiette de fromage un peu élevé niveau tarif (7€) pour ce qu’il y a dans l’assiette. Ensuite le patron je pense est peut-être un peu trop familier, à l’aise avec les clients en donnant des surnoms (ma/mon chéri, ma princesse, bichette et j’en passe..) ça peut rester drôle un moment mais certains clients peuvent ne pas apprécier. Le restaurant est joli.
(Translated by Google) Restaurant where you eat very well (compliments to the chef and his team!) but where you don't have to be in a hurry. The organization in the room leaves something to be desired even if the staff is friendly. What saved our meal (we came in the evening) was really the quality of the food, the meat was delicious and the Baulois fondant is a must-try! The plates are well presented and the flavors are there. Despite everything, the price is a little high compared to the quality of service. Perhaps we should prefer to come at lunchtime.
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Restaurant où l’on mange très bien (compliments au chef et à son équipe !) mais où il ne faut pas être pressé. L’organisation en salle laisse à désirer même si le personnel est sympathique. Ce qui a sauvé notre repas (nous sommes venus le soir), c’est vraiment la qualité de la nourriture, la viande était délicieuse et le fondant baulois est à goûter absolument ! Les assiettes sont bien présentées et les saveurs sont là. Malgré tout, le prix est un peu élevé par rapport à la qualité du service. Peut être faut-il plutôt privilégier de venir le midi.
(Translated by Google) Certainly the best restaurant we had lunch in.
The setting is cozy and neat, the welcome warm and the cuisine excellent.
Note: It is very rare to find tables where the plates combine aesthetics, quality and generosity, the proof in pictures… thank you chef!
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Certainement le meilleur restaurant dans lequel nous avons déjeuné.
Le cadre est cosy et soigné, l’accueil chaleureux et la cuisine excellente.
Remarque: Il est très rare de trouver des tables où les assiettes combinent esthétisme, qualité et générosité, la preuve en image… merci chef !
(Translated by Google) AUGUST 27, it's a pleasure to find an open restaurant, what's more, welcomes you with a magnificent terrace, and a summer air for your evening. Knowing that it is better to book is obvious. The tuna a la plancha is succulent, the beef carpaccio delicious, the chef is an ace! The prices are a bit high, but the quality and the setting are worth it. Is the boss rough? But all in all we prefer that all the hypocritical coos served, on demand, elsewhere. A special thank you to the student waitress, Albanian, charming, efficient, for whom tipping takes on its full meaning...A well-known, referenced address, obviously to be recommended without asking any questions!
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27 AOÛT, c'est un bonheur de trouver un restaurant ouvert, qui plus est, vous accueille avec une terrasse magnifique, et un air d'été pour votre soirée. Savoir qu'il vaut mieux réserver est une évidence. Le thon à la plancha est succulent, le bœuf en carpaccio délicieux, le chef est un as ! Les tarifs sont un brin élevés, mais la qualité et le cadre se mérite. Le patron est brut de décoffrage? Mais à tout prendre on préfère que toutes les roucoulades hypocrites servies, à la demande, par ailleurs. Un merci particulier pour la serveuse étudiante, Albanaise, charmante, efficace, pour qui donner un pourboire prend tout son sens...Une adresse connue, référencée, évidemment à recommander sans se poser de question !
(Translated by Google) Very friendly restaurant. Very warm welcome. Special mention to the chef and his team.
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Restaurant très sympathique. Accueil très chaleureux. Mention spéciale au chef et à son équipe.
6 Rue des Maillets, 72000 Le Mans, France•
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Le Grenier à Sel
4.7
(477)
4.5
(442)
expensive
Haute French restaurant
Le Grenier à Sel is a distinguished French fine dining restaurant known for its refined cuisine prepared with passion by the Michelin-starred chef, showcasing regional and seasonal ingredients. Guests can savor exquisite dishes with delicate flavors presented with care and creativity in a tranquil dining room adorned with a rustic yet elegant ambiance. The soft, dim lighting creates an ideal atmosphere for intimate conversations, making it perfect for strengthening romantic bonds.
Professional, attentive and friendly service, good food with excellent ingredients well prepared and well presented. All in all, excellent value for money. Not so common these days: a good selection of goat cheeses, served at the right temperature i.e. not straight from the fridge. Very interesting wine list at a very attractive price (for wine lovers, do not hesitate to engage with the owner and he may surprize you with great and more exclusive wines that are not on the wine list...).
G D — Google review
Very let down by this restaurant. We had looked forward to it and booked well in advance. We were delayed on our journey down to Le Man and tried to call the restaurant 4 times. Nobody bothered to answer.
Then when we arrived they did not seem concerned that we had lost our booking and the customer service was VERY poor given we had tried to call but nobody was answering phones.
Perhaps is a good restaurant but we were not given the opportunity to enjoy it. Very arrogant attitude.
Not great…..
Absolutely Incredible!
This place blew us away. The service was fast, friendly, and completely on point—some of the best we’ve ever had. The lobster was fresh and flavorful, the steak was cooked to perfection, and the soufflé… wow. Truly heavenly. Even the tea selection was top-tier. Every detail was thoughtful and flawless. Can’t wait to come back—already telling friends to go!
Excellent food
Very well trained staff
Interior could need a lift up
Excellent food from starters to mains to desserts. Class place. Service was the best I have had in Le Mans. Slightly pricey, but well worth it.
Fantastic meal! Every course was thought out and all food allergies and dietary requirements were catered to. Highly recommended!
Excellent french restaurant. Nice service and intimate atmosphere. Tasty dishes with remarkable freshness. Recommended.
Wonderful experience. Incredibly friendly and accommodating staff. Food was excellent. Must visit.
Le, 26 Pl. de l'Éperon, 72000 Le Mans, France•
LA BOÎTE A PIZZA Le Mans
4.1
(527)
3.3
(28)
affordable
Pizza restaurant
LA BOÎTE A PIZZA Le Mans is a popular chain of Italian restaurants known for their delicious pizzas, pastas, and sandwiches. Whether you dine in or take away, they offer a variety of unique recipes that are sure to satisfy your cravings. Customers have praised the fast delivery service and friendly staff. The pizzas are highly recommended, with options like Margherita and Foie Gras supreme on thin crust dough receiving rave reviews.
Good pizza, reasonable prices, quick service & helpful staff.
Toby — Google review
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Delicious pizza... Fast service... Liked it very much! :)
Order delivered in a timely manner and was delish
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1 Av. du Général de Gaulle, 72000 Le Mans, France•
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Center of town
For day 3, we recommend exploring the center side of town. Start the day off with Park Théodore Monod, then wind down and take it easy by the time you get to Île aux Planches. All together, your day would be filled with about 7 hours of non-stop fun.
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Park Théodore Monod
4.4
(2212)
4.1
(18)
Park
Nature & Parks
Gardens
The Park Théodore Monod is a spacious urban park with ample green space, where children can freely play and have fun. It offers various activities such as ball games and playing with colorful autumn leaves. The park is well-organized, featuring comfortable benches for parents to relax on while observing their kids in the playground. The shade provided by tall trees adds to the overall pleasant ambiance of the park. Accessible by tramway, bicycle or foot, it's easy to reach for everyone.
Lovely relaxing city park with well maintained grounds ,gravel paths lead you through this park with plenty of unique features to admire . The park is well kept and very clean with plenty of bench seating all around the walking areas . Nice water features and statues in the park , close to rail / bus links but it’s only a short stroll city centre . Definitely worth a visit to relax.
Aidan M — Google review
A nice park on a steep hillside with cafè adjacent to the Orangery. An interesting aviary with a good selection of birds.
Very nice quiet park with relaxing water features.
There is very good wild life area too plenty of seats to sit relax and contemplate.
There are public toilets and it is very close to the tram line.
Nice little Park to chill out in. Plenty of grass to relax on. Flowers to enjoy. Art exhibitions, concerts and lots of other events. Water fountains in the summer. Kids area. Benches. Grounds keeper always there when the park is open. Tram and bus stops right outside the gates too.
Nice place for picnic and routine walk.
Not too small not too big, convenient and fun. Also very calm despite being in the city.
Big park with lots of shades and seat, it has got fountains of water and a very cool place for family picnic
Cool 😎🆒
6 Rue Marceau, 72100 Le Mans, France•
4 min · 1.2 mi
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Market Des Jacobins
4.5
(717)
4.6
(13)
Produce market
Shopping
Flea & Street Markets
Nestled in a former convent, the Market des Jacobins is a vibrant hub of local flavors and crafts that truly captures the essence of Le Mans. This lively covered market operates on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, making it an ideal spot for both locals and visitors alike. Here, you'll find an impressive array of fresh produce, regional specialties like delectable oysters and artisanal goods that reflect the area's culinary heritage. The atmosphere is buzzing with activity as numerous producers showcase their high-quality offerings at reasonable prices.
Wonderful market with lots to buy. Fresh
Sinead C — Google review
This market takes place on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday mornings. The most crowded day is Sunday. On Friday, more merchants come to sell their product and you can find books, second hand furniture, fabrics, flowers... A lot of people from the city centre come to this market: down the cathedral, it looks like you do your shopping with a medieval perspective! Fish, fruit and vegetables are sold au Marché des Jacobins, but also cheese, apple juice and cider, wine, bread, honey, chicken, sausages, all sorts of meat... On Sunday, you can take away fresh meals and enjoy various food, from Asia, North Africa, vegetarian or regional French food. It's a market where people love to go and buy fresh products, then sit at one of the terraces to enjoy a coffee or a glass of wine when noon comes. Careful: this market is a bit expensive and it's not rare to see that the same sellers on other markets increase their price on the Marché des Jacobins.
A beautiful farmer's market . Right under the Saint Julien cathedral . Amazing seafood and produce. Every Wednesday Friday and Sunday.. Don't forget to grab a crêpe while you do your shopping..
Very nice local market with a few organic vegetables, great oysters, bread, wine, honey, salt, rotisserie chicken, anything you will need for your sunday lunch or dinner at a good price.
wonderfull market. directly from the fields to the kitchen!
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(Translated by Google) Unmissable market near the Plantagenet city and the cathedral.
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Marché incontournable proche de la cité Plantagenêt et de la cathédrale.
(Translated by Google) Very nice market! Quality sweet and savory stalls. We bought cookies, brownies, cheese, and of course, rillettes. I recommend all these products.
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Très beau marché ! Des étals sucrés et salés de qualités. Nous avons pris des cookies, des brownies, du fromage et évidemment des rillettes. Je recommande tous ces produits
Pl. des Jacobins, 72100 Le Mans, France•
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La Ciboulette
4.4
(819)
4.0
(449)
affordable
French restaurant
La Ciboulette, located at 14 rue Vielle-Porte, is a delightful and welcoming restaurant. It exudes an authentic and enjoyable atmosphere. The menu changes according to the seasons, which appeals to the locals. The quality of the food is outstanding and truly remarkable. Additionally, they offer an English menu for convenience and a great selection of wines to complement your meal. Unlike other restaurants with similar menus, La Ciboulette stands out as a unique find.
Had a great 3-courses meal. Excellent quality food and very friendly service. Nice wine list with many 1/2 bottles, which makes it excellent place if you are on your own. Very good value for money.
Do R — Google review
Ate here on a not so busy Saturday night.
We were asked as soon as we ordered our meals what we’d like for dessert.
As we hadn’t had our meals we didn’t know if we could manage desserts, but there was no changing the very strict female waitress at this time.
Flottante de La mere was good.
Main course duck average. (Duck fat not properly cooked & served tepid. Plus the framboises sauce was overly acidic.)
After my main I asked to change my sweet to the petit sarthois, which was accommodated.
Very good dessert.
Service was also very unprofessional & it took an age to be served the difference courses. Almost an hour between finishing my main course & the plate removal.
Was going to give it a one star, on service & main but the dessert brings it up to a two.
To the owner.
Further to our experience at your restaurant last night I would like to thank you for the curtesy of responding.
I would like to confirm that my comments remain as stated and are 100% correct.
What is pretty questionable now is your attitude and understanding of customer service.
Once again thank you for responding.
Unbelievable! Everything we had was spectacular. English menu if you need and a great selection of wines. We walked past a number of other places which had the same menu and were very lucky to have found this place- for €25, you can have 3 courses, all of which were amazing taste, quality, and highly unique. Recommend!
I believe this is a secret place for French not to be shown to international tourists: the place is amazing, the people are great, the food is from another age and the quality is untold. You cannot visit Le Mans without spending at least a dinner here.
After spending two weeks in France and having difficulty finding any gluten free food in general, it was a real delight to discover this wonderful little restaurant. Merci beaucoup!
One of the best food experiences I've ever had
Food excellent. Wine choice superb.
Needs some art on the walls - a little cold on the decor.
Tried a significant part of the menu, delightful. Can't find fault.
14 Rue de la Vieille Prte, 72000 Le Mans, France•
3 min · 0.16 mi
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Le Bistrot Des Gourmets
4.6
(594)
4.4
(430)
affordable
Restaurant
French restaurant
If you're looking for a delightful dining experience during your travels, make sure to stop by Le Bistrot Des Gourmets. This charming bistro has become a beloved tradition for many, especially during the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans weekend. The warm and friendly staff create an inviting atmosphere that makes you feel right at home, whether you're fluent in French or not. Guests rave about the delicious food and exceptional service, with highlights including mouthwatering desserts that are simply unforgettable.
A must STOP in Le Mans. Simply because this is the type of place which offers a real client experience. By its cozy environment, with the feeling of being home. By the kindness of the staff. You can see that they really care about you, and enjoy to do it. And then by the food which is a mix of discovery and classic. Really tasty.
Christophe B — Google review
We have come here every year for the last three years - on the Friday of the 24 Hours of Le Mans weekend after the driver’s parade. It’s the best tradition I’ve ever started. The staff were very friendly (it may have helped that we had a French person in our party, but they all speak very good English) and attentive, bread provided, water was refilled when empty and they made sure everyone was happy. The atmosphere is very nice inside, the decor is lovely, the bar is a nice backdrop too. The food itself is absolutely incredible. Our party all had one of the pork or the beef, but both were beautiful. The jus on the beef makes it the best I’ve ever had, cooked medium-rare perfectly too. I sampled some of the pork and that was also cooked perfectly, again some of the best I’ve ever had. 2 courses + drinks (including cocktails) for 6 people came to €227, you’d spend that in a high-street chain in the UK. Merci beaucoup to everyone at Le Bistrot - until next year!
This is a small restaurant off the
Beaten path with great food. I had the Seabass, which was delicious. It came with vegetables. I also had a side salad. We also had the pasta with the shrimp and then we had a dessert which was OMG so much chocolate so interesting and so good too good actually the service was excellent. They couldn’t have been nice or even that no one really spoke English that well we made it work .
Delicious food and great service. The desserts were amazing. Book as the restaurant is quite small and fills up quickly.
Liked this place. Warm and cozy atmosphere. Food was delicious, service was fast and price is acceptable: 82€ for two, drink, starter and the main dish.
Vine card is impressive, however they do not have a lot of soft drinks and non-alcoholic cocktails/beverages.
In general, very enjoyable experience, to revisit once a year.
Fabulous food, excellent service. Very friendly staff, made a really big effort to make up for our lack of French!
Excellent restaurant. Go if you are in Le Mans, you won't be disapointed !
Very enthusiastically created and brought to our table. The service was excellent, as was the wine pairing service. Delicious food, I wonder if it might be because they went there that night for a very reasonable price for Valentine's.
6 Rue Barbier, 72000 Le Mans, France•
8 min · 0.43 mi
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Île aux Planches
4.4
(893)
5.0
(1)
Park
Finally, the council has opened the magnificent Île aux Planches park for nighttime visits. This urban oasis is nestled between two river branches, providing a serene escape from the bustling city. With limited lighting, it offers an ambiance of intrigue and tranquility - perfect for unwinding on deck chairs. Located on an island in the heart of the river, it also serves as a delightful picnic spot with convenient access to public restrooms.
Great place to relax, there's a playing group for children of all ages.
Efuet A — Google review
So nice the council has at last opened this gem of a park at night. Such a great place to cool down in the middle of the city in between 2 branches of the river. With very little light at night we can enjoy an atmosphere of mystery and rest on deck chairs...
A pleasant surprise located on an island in the middle of the river. A lovely spot for a picnic with public toilets nearby.
Some of the visitors do seem to come there to smoke their fragrant cigarettes if you know what I mean.
Super cool
Its a great place to speend time with kids
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Rue Ampère, 72100 Le Mans, France•
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Where to eat
When you need a food break from visiting all the attractions today, these fan favorite restaurants are about a 1-minute walk away from La Ciboulette.
La Vieille Porte
4.8
(2242)
4.7
(1292)
affordable
Restaurant
La Vieille Porte is a friendly restaurant that offers bistro-style dishes such as rillettes, foie gras, duck breast, and tartare. Visitors have praised the quality of the cuisine, friendly service, and quick service. The traditional French cuisine served at La Vielle Porte has received high praise for its delicious offerings like foie gras, beef dishes, and desserts. Guests have been pleasantly surprised by the great value for money and complimentary house digestifs offered.
A beautiful little bistro with delicious fare. The salads, entres and desserts were extraordinary. A good value for the cost. A set price for the 3 course meal.
G S — Google review
I really like this restaurant. The service is so nice and the location is near to the city centre.
An amazing find, if you are in La Mans you must visit this restaurant. The staff are super friendly, the service is excellent and the food is outstanding. Lots of little extras thrown in. Excellent value. Probably best to book to avoid disappointment
Great place, we have been stopping off here and going to Le Vieille Porte for many years now, consistent friendly, efficient staff and excellent food, delivered in an expected time even when they are flying around with a packed house, dealing with the many 'walk ins' as well. The menu is fairly simple, all good and with something for all. We are there on Fridays, always a day when you need to book. If you don't think your French is up to it knock on the door if there is someone there before 7pm and they will take a booking. Turn up at 7pm and you will probably be too late unless happy to come back later. We are 60+, 2 starters, 2 mains, both then had cheese and all with a carafe of house wine and left very happy. 68 Euros plus a well earned tip makes it very affordable.
Visited here yesterday. Amazing restaurant, loved the food, very authentic french food. Just perfect. Staff so friendly and welcoming. Had lovely complimentary bread and cheese to welcome us. All finished off perfectly with a lovely complimentary cherry liqueur digestif. Also, the mashed potatoes were out of this world amazing.
Lovely, atmospheric bistrot with friendly and personable staff; food (lots of choice within the "set" menus, although you can eat à la carte) absolutely delicious and not overpriced. On the back of our first (evening) visit, we made a lunchtime booking. Deservedly popular, so advisable to book, but they did accommodate some without bookings while we were there; but you take a risk. A bit of a "find" for us, as short-term visitors to Le Mans.
Amazing food in excellent family restaurant atmosphere. Staff were really helpful and had a menu in English too. Three courses for €23.90 you can't beat it. Best meal we've had all week.
This is a great find superb food and great service we had the Foie Gras de Canard and Tomate Mozzarella to start followed by Belle Piece de Veau sur os all the food was delicious and well presented all the staff were very friendly
12 Rue de la Vieille Prte, 72100 Le Mans, France•
Les 3 Mâts
4.7
(351)
4.6
(93)
affordable
Creperie
"Les 3 Mâts" is a charming restaurant with a Breton-maritime atmosphere, offering a variety of delicious crepes and an excellent value for money. The sea-themed decor adds to the overall experience, and the friendly service enhances the dining experience. The menu is available in multiple languages, making it accessible to international visitors. While some may find the buckwheat flour crepes an acquired taste, the generous and tasty fillings make up for it.
The best crêperie I tried in Le Mans, with reasonable formulas. Very cosy and a welcoming host, near to the city center. Thank you for a nice and quick lunch!
Wellofloneliness — Google review
We have been here 2 times already. The best crêpes I have eaten so far in France. The owners are very friendly. The environment is very cozy and calm. We recommend the Coedic, the Bretonne and the Saint-Jacques. The homemade chocolate sauce is divine.
Super
Very nice little place for authentic crepes of different delicious topping with ok price. Nice service, clean, no need to wait.
(Translated by Google) We discovered your creperie this evening,
I ate 1 Coëdic, my husband 1 mountaineer, a real treat, very well garnished and very hot.
Crêperie really recommended, and the decor in Brittany, just magnificent.
See you soon
Mr Mme Gasche, the Saint Aubin chapel.
(Original)
Nous avons découvert votre crêperie ce soir,
J'ai mangé 1 Coëdic, mon mari 1 montagnarde, un vrai régal, très bien garnie et très chaude.
Crêperie vraiment a recommander, et la déco sur la Bretagne, juste magnifique.
A bientôt
Mr Mme Gasche, la chapelle Saint Aubin .
(Translated by Google) An excellent experience at Les 3 Mats! The food is spectacular; I tried the chicken and cabbage crepe and the chicken and mushroom crepe, and both were delicious. The service was also top-notch; the waiter was very attentive and friendly. The decor is very pleasant, and the space between the tables is appreciated, making the evening more comfortable. Highly recommended!
(Original)
¡Excelente experiencia en Les 3 Mats! La comida es espectacular; probé la crepe de pollo con repollo y la de pollo con setas y ambas estaban deliciosas. Además, el servicio fue de primera, el camarero fue muy atento y amable. La decoración del lugar es muy agradable y se agradece el espacio entre las mesas, lo que hace la velada más cómoda. ¡Totalmente recomendable!
(Translated by Google) While passing through Le Mans, we made a wonderful discovery. The welcome at 3 Mats is very friendly. The pancakes are generous and succulent. The staff is attentive and warm. We had a wonderful evening in a very pleasant setting. Thank you.
(Original)
De passage au Mans nous avons fait une belle découverte. Au 3 Mats l'accueil est très convivial. Les galettes sont copieuses et succulentes. Le personnel est à l'écoute et chalereux. Nous avons passé une excellente soirée dans un cadre très sympathique. Merci à vous.
(Translated by Google) Alain and Stéphane took us on a journey with their delicious galettes. A must-see. Reservations are recommended. The decor is magnificent and unique. I highly recommend it.
(Original)
Alain et Stéphane nous ont fait voyager avec leurs délicieuses galettes.A voir absolument.La réservation est souhaitée. Le décor est magnifique et sans pareil.Je recommande vivement.
15 Rue Hippolyte Lecornue, 72100 Le Mans, France•
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Brewery Madeleine - Le Mans
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3.7
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Brasserie
Function room facility
Brasserie Madeleine in Le Mans offers a stunning view of the historic Cathedrale Saint-Julien du Mans, creating a picturesque dining experience. The family-run brasserie is known for its simple yet elegant menu featuring generous portions and quality seafood specialties that pair perfectly with fine French wines. Despite some service timing issues, visitors praise the attentive and friendly staff who go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant dining experience.
Nice and close to the church.
Liam H — Google review
Convenient, superior service, excellent menu, excellent presentation, and absolutely delicious food. We go for lunch or dinner whenever we are in Le Mans. Great view of the Cathedral. STRONGLY RECOMMEND GOING FOR A DELICIOUS MEAL!!!
Child menu's were very small, we have had better during our holiday elsewhere. The price-quality ratio was not that well either, higher price for the expected amount or quality food/drinks. It wasn't too bad, but not what we thought.
Excellent food! Great service!
Our dinner was so good! But the desserts were unbelievably good!
Bad restaurant staff😳 when we arrived at 10 p.m., a waiter or whatever he was met us at the door, didn't let us in and told us it was closed even though the restaurant was full of people. on the site it clearly says 11 pm and I asked him nicely why it says 11 pm on the website? and there is another program on the spot and he told us in a very rude tone that he decides what time the restaurant closes. this is the second time we have experienced something like this in same place
Very nice experience. Good food, professional service, wonderful view to the cathedral
One of the best burgers i have eaten. Dessert was also very good, first. Our waiter very nice and professional. It was very good evening
The food wasn't that great, overpriced beer and the service wasn't that great, it was almost like it was a chore to serve us.
7 Pl. des Jacobins, 72000 Le Mans, France•
SPEED BURGER LE MANS
3.4
(252)
3.3
(20)
Permanently Closed
cheap
Hamburger restaurant
Speed Burger Le Mans is a delightful fast food haven that caters to those craving quick and satisfying meals. With a menu brimming with mouthwatering burgers, crispy fries, and refreshing beverages, it’s the perfect spot for a casual bite on the go. The vibrant atmosphere makes it an inviting place to enjoy your meal, whether you're dining in or taking out. Ideal for families and friends alike, Speed Burger Le Mans promises delicious flavors that will leave you coming back for more!
Fast food.
Sebastien L — Google review
Horrid
(Translated by Google) We gave you a chance, but unfortunately the quality has deteriorated. Penultimate order, more than 1.5 hours of waiting, after 3 calls to the restaurant (worthy of a comedy film) the delivery man arrived. Of course everything was cold.
For this order, dry bread, forget, not melted cheese (fries for this one). The quality has significantly declined in recent months. This was my last order and I would not recommend you to others.
(Original)
On vous avait laissé une chance, mais malheureusement la qualité s’est dégradée. Avant dernière commande, plus d’1h30 d’attente, après 3 appels passés au restaurant (digne d’un film de comédie) le livreur est arrivé. Bien sure tout était froid.
Pour cette commande, pains secs, oubli, fromage pas fondu(frites pour celle-ci). La qualité a largement baissé depuis quelques mois. C’était ma dernière commande et je ne vous recommanderais pas auprès des autres.
(Translated by Google) 0 across the board.
Order placed on January 1st for delivery because displayed open on the internet.
1 hour wait, calls no answer.
We decide to go there after 2 hours of waiting, surprise store closed!
We ended up eating pasta at 10:30 p.m.!!!
On the other hand, number 2, he charges well and we have a note of 45.50 euros but we have not received anything.
Strangely, no answer on the phone since the 2nd...
Is the store still open ????
(Original)
0 sur toute la ligne.
Commande passée le 1er janvier en livraison car affiché ouvert sur internet.
1h d attente, des appels aucune réponse.
On se décide à y aller après 2h d attente, surprise magasin fermé !
On a fini par manger des pâtes à 22h30 !!!
Par contre le 2, il facture bien et avons une note de 45.50 euros mais n avons rien reçu.
Bizarrement, aucune réponse au téléphone depuis le 2 ...
Le magasin est encore ouvert ????
(Translated by Google) Once again, catastrophic delivery, 1 hour wait, order made at 7:45 p.m., we receive a notification 15 minutes later to tell us that the delivery man is on his way. Half an hour later, seeing no one, I called the store (we live 300 meters away), we were told that the delivery man was going to arrive but that he had other deliveries before ours. I answer that the order will arrive cold once again because it is a habit with them… I am told no because it is in airtight bags. Half a year later, the delivery man arrives! It took 1 hour to deliver to us since the order was sent, as a result everything is cold!!!!!
We might need to review the delivery organization, especially when the order was prepared more than an hour before!
(Original)
Une fois de plus, livraison catastrophique, 1h d’attente, commande faite à 19h45, nous recevons une notification 15 min après pour nous dire que le livreur est en chemin. Une demi heure plus tard, ne voyant personne j’appelle le magasin, (nous habitons à 300 mètres), on nous dit que le livreur va arriver mais qu’il avait d’autre livraison avant la nôtre. Je réponds que la commande va arriver froide une fois de plus car c’est une habitude chez eux… on me réponds que non car c’est dans des sacs hermétiques. Une demi plus tard, le livreur arrive ! Il aura fallu 1h pour nous livrer depuis le départ de la commande, résultat tout est froid !!!!!
Il faudrait peut-être revoir l’organisation de livraison surtout quand la commande a été préparée plus d’une heure auparavant !
(Translated by Google) We have been customers for over 5 years. Always pleasant delivery people. But, the lady on the phone... The smile can be heard. Before the change of boss we had the amount and delivery time when ordering. But that was before... I had the manager on the phone who will do what is necessary. I hope to have a nice person on the phone next time.
(Original)
Nous sommes clientes depuis plus de 5 ans. Livreurs toujours agréables. Mais, la dame au téléphone... Le sourire s'entend. Avant le changement de patron nous avions à la commande le montant et l'horaire de livraison. Mais ça, c'était avant... J'ai eu le responsable au téléphone qui fera le nécessaire. J'espère avoir une personne agréable au téléphone la prochaine fois .
(Translated by Google) Order for delivery on Sunday 03/12. The bread on both sandwiches was not fresh (so dry that it was crumbly), the steaks were disgusting (thin as soles, tasteless and overcooked), the bacon on one of the sandwiches was forgotten, and the sandwiches were never hot since the cheese was not even a little melted inside... Frankly, everything was really disgusting, it's a shame... a few years ago that wasn't the case, however, the quality of the products is no longer AT ALL the same. Question yourself and quickly. For my part, I would never order again!
(Original)
Commande en livraison le dimanche 03/12. Le pain des deux sandwichs n'était pas frais (tellement sec qu'il en était friable), les steaks étaient dégoûtants (fins comme des semelles, sans goût et trop cuits), le lard d'un des sandwichs a été oublié, et les sandwichs n'ont jamais été chauds puisque le fromage n'était même pas un peu fondu à l'intérieur.... Franchement, tout était vraiment infect, c'est une honte... il y a quelques années ça n'était pourtant pas le cas, la qualité des produits n'est plus DU TOUT la même. Remettez-vous en question et vite. Pour ma part, je ne commanderais plus jamais !
(Translated by Google) Outrageous! Cold food, incomplete order, and a hair in the fries! Refusal to refund. The quality was there before, but these are clearly not the same products anymore. We are very disappointed, paying more than €50 for fast food, which is also very bad, is absurd.
(Original)
Scandaleux! Plats froids, commande non complète, et un poil dans les frites ! Refus de remboursement. La qualité était la avant, mais ce ne sont clairement plus les mêmes produits. Nous sommes très déçues, payer plus de 50€ pour du fast food, qui en plus est très mauvais, c’est aberrant.
203 Av. Rubillard, 72100 Le Mans, France•
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