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Marvel: zoos and animal parks
La Flèche Zoo
Founded in 1946, La Flèche Zoo was the first private zoo to be established in France. Nearly a century later, it continues to stand out and is among the top 5 zoological parks in France by number of visitors.
45min (46.8 km)
www.zoo-la-fleche.com
Pescheray Zoo
You will discover mammals and birds native to Europe as well as species from other regions of the world. You will get close to some animals in semi-freedom in large immersive enclosures.
25min (24.4 km)
www.pescheray.com
Spaycific'Zoo
Spaycific'Zoo or Spay Zoo was created in 1989 under the name 'The Bird Garden'. Since 2008, the park has featured over 600 animals on 6 hectares.
15min (12.8 km)
www.spaycificzoo.com
Family fun: amusement parks
Papéa Park
Papéa Park, the largest amusement park in Pays de la Loire, offers more than 30 attractions, a circus show, and a wide selection of restaurants to bring together family and friends. This superb park has both family-friendly and thrilling attractions
12min (7.4 km)
www.papeaparc.fr
Tepacap
7 hectares of activities in the heart of nature.
Many activities await you: Tree climbing, Pitchouns Area, Paintball, Outdoor Laser Game, Bubble Soccer, Orienteering and Treasure Hunt.
5 min (2.8 km)
www.tepacap-lemans.fr
Le Domaine du Gasseau
Located in the Alpes Mancelles, don't miss this family place at Domaine du Gasseau in Saint-Léonard-des-Bois. Young and old are sure to find activities to suit them: walking, horseback riding, vanupied trails, tree climbing, garden exploration and exhibitions, or simply some shopping at the store followed by a relaxing moment at the café nature's terrace.
58 min (77.7 km)
Le Domaine du Gasseau
Wake Paradise
Now an essential spot, Wake Paradise is a little slice of paradise at the gates of Le Mans next to the famous 24-hour circuit of Le Mans.
In an idyllic setting, you can try water-skiing, dine by the water, tan under the palm trees, have an aperitif after work, and even play beach games.
12 min (11.1 km)
wakeparadise.fr
Refresh: swimming pool and water bodies
Atlantides Aquatic Center
The Atlantides Pool comprises many facilities: a sports pool, a learning pool, a paddling pool, a slide, an outdoor area with a wave pool, a current river, multi-track slide, and water jets, a fitness area with cardio training, a spa area with saunas, steam bath, jacuzzi…
9 min (4.6 km)
Atlantides Aquatic Center
Gémerie Lake
La Gémerie is both a site for nautical and aquatic activities and a leisure base. Sailing, swimming, diving, and fishing are practiced year-round on this 15-hectare body of water.
From La Gémerie, you will find pedestrian and mountain biking trails. We offer free buoys, balls, and rackets.
20 min (9.9 km)
Gémerie Lake
Domaine du Houssay
The Domaine du Houssay leisure base welcomes you year-round on 40 hectares of greenery and water bodies: swimming, water games, mountain biking, orientation courses, walks, fitness trails, laser tag, fishing, mini-golf, Beach soccer, basketball, and Beach volleyball.
You will also find a skate park, a fitness area, bowling alleys, many children's games, and swings.
14 min (12.0 km)
www.domaine-du-houssay.com
Boat rental at the port of Le Mans
Take a tour on a boat without a license and discover the heritage of Le Mans and the relaxing surroundings of the Sarthe.
17 min (9.2 km)
www.portdumans.com
Unlicensed boat rental at Sablé sur Sarthe
Sablé Sur Sarthe is an ideal starting point to visit the Sarthe Valley: its heritage on the north side and its wild side towards Angers! Come take a look at our route suggestions!
49 min (52.4 km)
Unlicensed boat rental at Sablé sur Sarthe
Family entertainment
Pathé Le Mans, 3 Pl. des Jacobins
Les Cinéastes, 42 Pl. des Comtes du Maine
Bowling
Come enjoy a pleasant moment of sharing and conviviality with family or friends.
7 min (4.0 km)
bowlingdumans.fr
Karting des 24h du Mans
Find all our karting activities to get your fill of thrills: sessions, courses, open karting, and the French karting school.
8 min (5.4 km)
www.lemans-karting.com
Cinemas in Le Mans
CGR Le Mans - Le Colisée, 11 rue du Port
Pathé Le Mans, 3 Pl. des Jacobins
Les Cinéastes, 42 Pl. des Comtes du Maine
Transvap
The Sarthe tourist railway is a tourist and historical railway managed by the association Transvap, which has been working since 1970 to preserve railway heritage.
25 min (26.3 km)
www.transvap.fr