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A taste of the local area

There are so many local specialities to discover in the Vallée de la Sarthe, including Le Petit Sablé, Loué chicken and much more besides…

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Le Petit Sablé

Local and traditional craftsmanship! This little round shortbread biscuit, sometimes with serrated edges, was invented in Sablé-sur-Sarthe in 1670, and is listed as French...

A bit of history… During the Loué agricultural fair on the 30th August 1958, some forward-thinking farmers decided to save their farm-reared chickens. This led to the creation...

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Our selection of experiences and our favourites, for an unforgettable stay guaranteed!

The sweet smell of freshly baked shortbread

Poulet de Loué élevé en liberté en Vallée de la Sarthe

A feeling of freedom in Loué

For over 60 years now, the farmers of Loué have all sworn by a unique approach to breeding their Label Rouge and Organic-certified chickens: Free-range!

Feel like having a picnic?

In Malicorne-sur-Sarthe or in Solesmes, the local farmers offer the local ‘BONPICNIC’, a hamper of local products, to be ordered the day before, before 6pm!

LEBONPICNIC logo in the Sarthe valley
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Enjoy the beautiful countryside and rural landscapes surrounding the picnic areas in the Vallée de la Sarthe!

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