Le Mans Audio Guided Walking Tour 1h00 and 20 Audio Commentaries

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

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  Here you are, facing one of the most emblematic jewels of Old Mans: the majestic Cathedral of Saint Julian. Take a moment to look up at its imposing facade. Up there, the flying buttresses still seem to carry the breath of

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  Welcome to Le Mans, a city whose history goes back more than two thousand years. Here, every era has left its mark, from the ancient ramparts to the cobblestones of the old center, from medieval bell towers to great contemporary events. Everything

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  You've arrived in Jacques Dubois Square. It is an integral part of the Plantagenet City, the historic heart of Le Mans, a district that has gone through the centuries without losing its soul. It is named after Jacques Dubois, a passionate local historian,

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  Turn your head slightly to the left, you are here nose to nose with a watering can. But not just any. Forget the discreet tool stored in a Garden Cabin. It is nearly four metres high. It is a giant of zinc, accompanied by

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  This square is named after St. Peter's Church, once located nearby. In the Middle Ages, this space was already a strategic point, serving as a Point of Sale and gathering place for the inhabitants. She has been at the heart of many events

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  On your left, at number 69, is one of the most iconic houses in Old Mans. Here is the House of Adam and Eve, recognizable among all thanks to its superb half-timbered facade and intriguing sculptures. Dated to the end of the 15th century

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  Here you are in front of the Inn Denisot, a beautiful 15th century Inn located on rue de Vaux. Its discreet façade hides a rich history, between Gallo-Roman heritage and Renaissance elegance. Part of the building rests on the remains of a

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  On the left, you are facing one of the best kept treasures of Old Mans: its impressive Roman enclosure. It is there, massive, silent, but if you listen, you may hear the legionaries’ footsteps echo

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  While you continue your visit, let us tell you about another typical delight: its gastronomy. Because here, we know how to treat the taste buds! We start of course with the unavoidable: the

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  Opposite you stands the Church of Saint Benedict, one of the oldest religious buildings in Le Mans still standing. Discreet and often unknown, it is nevertheless part of the architectural treasures of the Cité Plantagenêt. The church was built at the

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  Here you are on the Place de l’Eperon, a place of undeniable charm, where history and art meet. This lively and central square is located at the crossroads of the old town and the modern districts of Le Mans. It is lined with half-timbered houses

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  Even in the heart of the city, it’s hard to escape the aura of Le Mans 24 Hours. More than just a race, it is a true symbol for the city, known around the world. It all began in the early 1920s. Industry

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  You are now in front of the former Visitandine Convent, an iconic 18th-century building founded in 1634 by the Visitandine Order. This building served as a monastery until the French Revolution, before

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  Place de la République has been the beating heart of Le Mans for more than eight centuries. You are at the centre of what was once the "Place des Halles", the scene of Mancelle history since 1229. Under your feet, archaeologists have discovered Gallo-Roman remains: burial urns and

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  Welcome to Place Saint-Nicolas, a peaceful and charming place located in the historic Le Mans district. It owes its name to the old church that once stood here before being destroyed in the 19th century.

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  Here you are in Mermaid's Square. If this place has such an evocative name, it is no coincidence: it echoes two iconic works that pay tribute to the mythological figure of the mermaid, each in its own way, and each in a very different era. Look up at the

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  You are here in front of a beautiful heritage complex, at the foot of the Plantagenet City, where more than two thousand years of history rub shoulders. Under your footsteps, the land rests on the ancient Gallo-Roman enclosure of the third century. Look around you: the gardens are spread along this thousand-year-old wall,

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  Welcome to the Place des Jacobins, an emblematic place of Le Mans. Before arriving here, you probably noticed the entrance into a tunnel on your left. It is an ancient underground gallery, dating from the 18th century, which was used to transport water from the river to the city.

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  Here you are in front of the fountain of the Jet d’Eau, set like a stage at the foot of Saint-Julien Cathedral. If it attracts the eye with its elegance and the murmur of its water, this fountain is also an important marker of Le Mans’ urban history. It was inaugurated in 1854, at a time when

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  On your right is the Jean-Claude-Boulard Museum – Carré Plantagenêt, the main museum of history and archaeology of Le Mans. Nestled on the outskirts of the Plantagenet City, it invites you to a real trip back in time. The museum is now named after Jean-Claude Boulard, a former

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Additional info

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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