Le Mans, city of the 24h of Le Mans

Discover the city of Le Mans, famous for its world-famous motor races, near the Portes de l’Anjou campsite in Durtal.

The town of Le Mans, around 40 minutes from Camping les Portes de l’Anjou in Durtal, is renowned for its heritage and diverse architecture. The city’s surprising mix of medieval and contemporary styles.

From the Roman wall, one of the best preserved in Europe, to the giant hourglass, to Saint-Julien Cathedral, which boasts one of the finest collections of medieval stained glass windows and paintings of angel musicians, discover the jewels of this city:

• Musée de Tessé (fine arts museum: European paintings, Egyptian gallery, etc.)
• the green museum dedicated to nature
• Queen Berengaria Museum

Le Mans is world famous for the 24 Hours of Le Mans race, which has been held in June since 1923 and attracts thousands of spectators every year. This mythical race is an extraordinary spectacle to be seen at least once in your life, not forgetting the 24 Hours of Le Mans MOTO or the French Moto Grand Prix.

Come and discover the automobile museum paying tribute to the history of the 24H and the heroes who made it a legend. You’ll have the chance to discover or rediscover the vehicles that have raced on this famous circuit since 1923.

Not to be missed every summer, the show ” la nuit des chimères “which takes you into a fairytale world thanks to colorful projections on the town’s buildings, including Saint-Julien Cathedral.

A wide range of activities and visits await you in Le Mans. Stay at Camping les Portes de l’Anjou and enjoy!

And finally, to round off the day, relax and have fun at PAPEA PARC, the largest amusement park in the Pays de la Loire region. + Over 30 attractions, circus show and water park to keep you cool in summer.

Photo credits : Gilles Moussé – Ville du Mans