It is part of the historic province of Maine.
Capital/prefecture: Le Mans (famous for the 24 Hours of Le Mans car race).
Key features: Very green and wooded (one of the most wooded departments in western France).
Many rivers and hiking trails (including the Sarthe River itself).
A mix of countryside, forests, valleys, and small towns.
Tourist highlights: Le Mans' historic city center, La Flèche Zoo, castles, beautiful villages (such as La Ferté-Bernard, Malicorne, Fresnay-sur-Sarthe), nature parks, and gastronomy (rillettes, poultry, dairy).
The department is conveniently located between Paris, Brittany, and the Loire Valley, combining rustic countryside with the dynamism of Le Mans.
Ideal for nature lovers, history buffs, and motorsport enthusiasts.
No comments:
Post a Comment