“McLaren, a name for eternity”
Exhibition
24 Hours Museum – Le Mans
From Saturday, December 14th to Monday, July 7th
The Musée des 24 Heures invites you to plunge into the world of the famous British brand McLaren! This unique exhibition will introduce you to the legendary story of a brand that has left its mark on automotive history. From the first car designed by McLaren, to the team’s first Formula 1 car, the exhibition traces the milestones of an exceptional human and technological adventure!
Cycling race
Région Pays de la Loire Tour
Throughout the Pays de la Loire region
From Tuesday, April 8th to Friday, April 11th
From Tuesday April 8th to Friday April 11th, the 1st marathon stage from Machecoul features a spectacular finish on the seafront in La Baule, followed by a double bill on stage 2, with the women’s race in the morning and the men’s race in the afternoon in Vendée and Maine-et-Loire. After a 3rd stage on the roads of Mayenne and the slopes of the Butte de Montaigu, the riders return to the Sarthe for a finish in Le Mans and the famous Côte de Gazonfier, a crucial stage and a source of strong emotions.
Festival de l’Épau
classical music
Abbaye Royale de l’Épau – Yvré-l’Évèque
From Tuesday, May 20th to Tuesday, May 27th
While the vivid memory of the 40ᵉ anniversary edition continues to inhabit our memories, the Festival de l’Épau begins a new decade with the same breath of excellence and passion. The previous edition marked a milestone, both in terms of the quality of its programming and the emotion it aroused. It leaves behind a strong ambition: to continue this unique alchemy between classical music and the majestic setting of the Abbaye Royale de l’Épau. Discover the program!
Arche de la Nature
events
Arche de la Nature – Le Mans
All year
Located ten minutes from the heart of the city of Le Mans, the Arche de la Nature offers visitors a vast natural area. Along the paths, walkers discover the river, the bocage and the forest, and can visit the Maison de l’eau, the Maison de la forêt, as well as the Maison de la prairie (garden and farm). In all, 500 hectares of nature are open to the public free of charge at all times. And on-site events are organized throughout the year!
